Desmond Bane

Bane had a bit of an uncharacteristic game Friday against the 76ers. The 27-year-old shooting guard failed to make a three-pointer, something he hadn't done in his last six games. Bane led the Magic in field goal attempts and points with Franz Wagner out, but it wasn't enough to even keep the Magic in the game late in the fourth quarter. He's provided eighth-round per game value this season. The Magic close out the week against the Pelicans on Sunday.

Already without Jalen Suggs and Franz Wagner, the Magic won't have Tristan da Silva for Friday's game, either. The absences open up a spot in the starting lineup, with Penda receiving the nod. He played 31 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Nets, tallying 13 points and 11 rebounds. Given Orlando's lack of wing depth, Penda is worth the risk in deep leagues.

It was a rough night for the first-year Magic guard, who tallied as many turnovers as he did made field goals on Wednesday. His minimal contributions as a passer and rebounder were also notable on a night in which he tallied 35 minutes in an overtime game. Bane has had his share of ups and downs throughout the season, but remains more than capable of putting up big numbers on the offensive end of the floor. He'll have a chance to bounce back on Friday against the 76ers to put up strong fantasy production.

Bane only played 24 minutes on Tuesday, as he and the other Magic starters were benched for the entire fourth quarter. The lone positive for fantasy managers who have him rostered is that Orlando has three more games in Week 12, starting with the Nets on Wednesday. Tuesday's production would sting a lot more if Bane only had two more opportunities this week.

Bane ended with 31 points (12-17 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, six assists, one block and two steals in 37 minutes during Sunday's 135-127 victory over the Pacers.