FRANZ WAGNER (ORL)

TOP DOG

NBA ROLE: VERSATILE, ALL-AROUND FORWARD

Franz Wagner is a highly functional, modern forward w/ a refined game; gets to where he needs to go offensively: a bit methodical at times, Wagner knows how to get all the way in for scores, has a few counter pull-ups if the drive isn’t available; very disciplined ball-handler w/ a super-effective euro step - go-to weapon to gain an advantage; uses size correctly, does well exploiting mismatches; much improved outside shooter (especially off pull-ups), Franz has become a lot more comfortable off the bounce; able to handle responsibility as a high-volume scorer - averaged nearly 20 ppg in Year 3; nice distributor who plays w/ his head up, doesn’t often force reads; (predictably) plays well off his brother, Moe Wagner; active defender: stays in passing lanes, nice anticipation for blocks; continuing to develop defensive effectiveness heightens upside; 1/3 of a budding frontcourt trio that also ft. Paolo Banchero & Wendell Carter Jr.; excellent prospect —> star in Orlando: Franz is one of the most versatile young talents in the Association - All-Star ceiling in 2025?

SIGNATURE! COMING SOON.

#DOGTAGS: TOP DOG, BUCKET-GETTER

MORE ON FRANZ

• NBA All-Rookie First Team (2022)

• Drafted 8th overall (2021)

• Second Team All-Big 10 - Coaches (2021)

• Younger bro. of teammate, Moe Wagner

• (FACTORY SETTING) NBA 2K25 RATING: 86

(via Delay of Game Hoops)