Wendell Carter Jr.

Wendell Carter Jr. finished with 16 points (5-10 FG, 2-5 3PT, 4-4 FT) and eight rebounds in Friday's loss to the Hornets.

Fantasy Impact

With Franz Wagner (ankle) sidelined over the past few weeks, Carter has really stepped up. The veteran big has scored at least 14 points in six of Orlando's last seven games, averaging 15.3 points and 7.4 boards while shooting an impressive 59.7% from the floor in that stretch.

Wendell Carter Jr. scored 26 points (11-15 FG, 4-7 3PT) to go with eight rebounds and two blocks in Thursday's 126-115 loss to the Denver Nuggets.

Fantasy Impact

Carter had a great game on Thursday night. He set a season-high in points with 26 and fell just two rebounds shy of logging a strong double-double. He should continue to be a good fantasy option for the foreseeable future, even if his upside is somewhat limited.

Wendell Carter Jr. filled the stat sheet for the Magic Saturday night, grabbing six rebounds, recording four steals, dishing out two assists, and chipping in 14 points (4-6 FG, 2-2 3PT, 4-6 FT) in a 132-120 loss to the Knicks.

Fantasy Impact

Carter Jr. continues a modest stretch on both ends of the floor, finishing with five or more points and six or more rebounds in each of his last five games. The center continues to offer one of many stable options as part of a versatile Orlando starting five, averaging 11.8 points and 7.6 rebounds per game to go along with a usage rate of 14.5% so far this season.

Wendell Carter Jr. was a model of efficiency during Tuesday's NBA Cup victory over the Heat, recording his fourth double-double of the season. The center finished with 14 points on 6-of-8 shooting, including a pair of three-pointers, while pulling down 10 rebounds.

Fantasy Impact

Carter's presence in the paint was pivotal, helping Orlando win the rebounding battle 47-39 as they advanced to the tournament semifinals. He rounded out a strong all-around performance with three assists, one steal, and one block, continuing a campaign where he has shown improved production across multiple categories compared to last season.

Wendell Carter Jr. recorded a season-high four blocks in Sunday’s 117-113 overtime loss to the Houston Rockets, adding 15 points (5-11 FG, 2-4 3PT, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one steal.

Fantasy Impact

Carter has now scored in double figures in seven of his eight November games. With consistent playing time, he’s a strong waiver wire target for fantasy managers in need of a center.