Wagner took a step forward as a playmaker in 2024-25, posting career highs in usage rate (31.0%) and assist rate (26.6%). That was partially fueled out of necessity, as Paolo Banchero was limited to 46 games, and Jalen Suggs was limited to 23 games. Regardless, Wagner played well with increased responsibilities, averaging 24.2 points and 1.7 threes on 46/30/87 shooting, 5.7 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 1.3 steals in 33.7 minutes. His three-point shooting is the biggest area of concern. After shooting 35.8 percent from distance over his first two seasons, Wagner has shot 28.9 percent since. The dip has not come with a dip in free-throw percentage, however, making the situation a bit confusing. If he can manage to get back on track from distance, he'll become one of the most efficient high-volume forwards in the NBA. This season, it may be easier for Wagner to increase his efficiency, as Orlando added another quality scorer and playmaker to the mix in Desmond Bane. That could mean a reduction in responsibility for Wagner, but his usage had possibly hit its ceiling anyway while playing next to Banchero - especially if the team is healthier overall. Either way, Wagner is capable of putting up All-Star-caliber numbers and can start to be considered in fantasy around the third or fourth round.