The Orlando Magic have suffered an injury setback ahead of the NBA regular season, with forward Noah Penda sustaining a partially torn right hamstring during Friday’s preseason game.
The injury is expected to keep Penda sidelined for a significant period, potentially forcing him to miss several weeks as Orlando begins its new campaign.
The Magic had been looking forward to seeing further development from Penda as he prepared for his second NBA season.
However, the hamstring injury will delay his opportunity to build on his previous experience and compete for a larger role.
Penda’s absence adds to Orlando’s growing injury concerns, with several other players dealing with physical issues ahead of the season opener.
Forward Franz Wagner also exited Friday’s preseason contest early because of a shoulder injury.
The Magic are continuing to monitor his condition, although the extent of the problem and its potential impact on his availability remain unclear.
Meanwhile, Anthony Black and Jonathan Isaac are both recovering from injuries sustained during the preseason.
