Franz Wagner (basketball)'s Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Franz Wagner (basketball).

Franz Wagner, nicknamed "The Quandary", is a German professional basketball player currently playing for the Orlando Magic in the NBA. He is known for his versatile skillset and basketball IQ. Before joining the NBA, Wagner played college basketball for the Michigan Wolverines, where he showcased his talent and developed into a top prospect. He represents Germany in international competitions. His brother, Moritz Wagner, also plays in the NBA.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2018: Albert Schweitzer Tournament Gold Medal

In 2018, Wagner helped Germany win the gold medal at the Albert Schweitzer Tournament, averaging six points per game.

2018: Gold Medal at Albert Schweitzer Tournament

In 2018, Wagner secured a gold medal while playing for the German youth national team at the Albert Schweitzer Tournament.

May 2019: Won BBL Best Young Player Award

In May 2019, Wagner won the BBL Best Young Player Award while playing for Alba Berlin.

2019: BBL Best German Young Player

In 2019, Franz Wagner was named the BBL Best German Young Player while playing for Alba Berlin in the Basketball Bundesliga.

December 27, 2021: Career-High 38 Points

On December 27, 2021, Wagner scored a career-high 38 points in a 127–110 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.

January 12, 2022: Second NBA Double-Double

On January 12, 2022, Wagner recorded his second NBA double-double against the Washington Wizards with 14 points and a career-high 10 assists, marking the first time a Magic rookie forward had 10 or more assists in a game.

2022: EuroBasket Bronze Medal

In EuroBasket 2022, Wagner averaged 16.1 points and 4 rebounds per game, winning bronze for Germany by beating Poland in Berlin.

2023: FIBA Basketball World Cup

In 2023, Wagner became a world champion, winning gold at the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup with the German national team. He was named to the All-FIBA World Cup Second Team.

April 27, 2024: Game 4 Victory Against Cavaliers

On April 27, 2024, Wagner scored 34 points and had 13 rebounds to lead the Magic to a 112–89 victory in Game 4, tying their First Round series with the Cleveland Cavaliers 2–2.

November 18, 2024: NBA Eastern Conference Player of the Week Award

On November 18, 2024, Wagner earned his first NBA Eastern Conference Player of the Week Award.

2024: 2024 Olympics

In the 2024 Olympics, Germany lost to France in the semifinals and Serbia in the bronze medal game. Wagner averaged 18.5 points, 5.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 2.0 steals and was named to the tournament's All-Second Team.