The Official Franz Wagner Thread

Nyce_1 · Post #141 » by **Nyce_1** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 8:41 pm

Hammond on the radio said Frantz was the pick at 8 regardless who they picked at 5. They absolutely love him.

If Jeff says it, i shrug it off as fluff. When John says it, i truly believe it.

Tarheel · Post #142 » by **Tarheel** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 8:44 pm

RookieStar wrote:
Tarheel wrote:

Read on Twitter

For those on height watch, isn’t coach Mo 6’8”?

If he is Franz is a legit 6’11” easily, if not 7’.

Isn't Coach Mo 6'6?

Wikipedia says 2.03m (6’7.9”)

MAGICian619 · Post #143 » by **MAGICian619** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 8:45 pm

fateis007 wrote:

just for fun, here is a draft pic of everyone taking a group photo, if you're curious about everyones height. Cade is measured at 6' 8" def looks atleast 2 inches shorter then Franz. Mosley looking like a beast

The thing that stands out to me most in this picture is Kuminga's height. He doesn't look anywhere close to 6'8. He looks shorter than Jalen Green.

Post #144 » by **Knightro** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 8:52 pm

Read on Twitter

Magic were the mystery promise team, eh?

VFX · Post #145 » by **VFX** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 8:53 pm

Franz looks close to 7

Last Guardian · Post #146 » by **Last Guardian** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 8:54 pm

Not sure about 6'11 but picture evidence suggests a very strong 6'9/weak 6'10 at least.

Post #147 » by **Knightro** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 8:55 pm

MAGICian619 wrote:The thing that stands out to me most in this picture is Kuminga's height. He doesn't look anywhere close to 6'8. He looks shorter than Jalen Green.

He's 6'6'' barefoot.

RookieStar · Post #148 » by **RookieStar** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 9:00 pm

Tarheel wrote:
RookieStar wrote:
Tarheel wrote:

Read on Twitter

For those on height watch, isn’t coach Mo 6’8”?

If he is Franz is a legit 6’11” easily, if not 7’.

Isn't Coach Mo 6'6?

Wikipedia says 2.03m (6’7.9”)

if Mo is really 6'8.. Is Suggs 6'6 then?

Post #149 » by **Knightro** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 9:00 pm

Is there any concern at all at Wagner being/getting too tall to effectively hold up defensively against smaller players?

basketballRob · Post #150 » by **basketballRob** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 9:02 pm

Magic having press conference, but the audio isn't working

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RookieStar · Post #151 » by **RookieStar** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 9:03 pm

Skybox wrote:
Skin wrote:
KillMonger wrote:isn't mo a free agent?

Yes, we have his Bird Rights and we need to bring him back. He's ballin' in the Olympics.

I agree...he's a nice deep bench C/4, with some still to see upside. I like the brother thing but I definitely noticed how Franz answered the question about Mo being his teammate...immediately said something to the effect of "he's a free agent", didn't even really sugarcoat the softball question about playing together. We do need a 3rd Center and I like how Mo's play contrasts the other two.

Plus he's smart. He knows the injury history of wcj/mo/JI If there was any team in the league where a 3rd string PF/C could realistically have big PT it is us.

RookieStar · Post #152 » by **RookieStar** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 9:06 pm

Knightro wrote:Is there any concern at all at Wagner being/getting too tall to effectively hold up defensively against smaller players?

If he has the footspeed then nope. I saw GA switch effectively to all but the fastest of PG. Besides ideally, we would ask him to switch anywhere from the 2-4 and unless the 5 is Embbid/Joker/Vuc type of bruiser, then that position as well.

Viper1500 · Post #153 » by **Viper1500** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 9:38 pm

Good player, I don't think I would have made the same choice but I could see him as a potential game changer. Every team needs a Franz Wagner.

Viper1500 · Post #154 » by **Viper1500** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 9:38 pm

Good player, I don't think I would have made the same choice but I could see him as a potential game changer. Every team needs a Franz Wagner.

sChOlaRlY_Magi · Post #155 » by **sChOlaRlY_Magi** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 9:51 pm

Welcome Franz! I think you'll be a big part of a run and fun squad!

yoyojw17 · Post #156 » by **yoyojw17** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 9:59 pm

thelead wrote:
yoyojw17 wrote:I CAN'T WAIT.... AUGUST 8th can't come fast enough!

Suggs, Wagner, Anthony, Okeke and Hampton on full display would make one of the most interesting summers for a looooooong time!!!

GO MAGIC!!!

That's like half of our regular season team

That's what will make it so sweet! It's like a sneak preview....ish.... But not really... But.... Still ish. Lol

tiderulz · Post #157 » by **tiderulz** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 10:02 pm

Knightro wrote:Is there any concern at all at Wagner being/getting too tall to effectively hold up defensively against smaller players?

he's 19. the magic strength team will help him put on weight. remember when Dwight got here?

Xatticus · Post #158 » by **Xatticus** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 10:08 pm

Knightro wrote:

Read on Twitter

Magic were the mystery promise team, eh?

It didn't sound like it from his interview. I was hoping someone would ask him about it. He didn't seem to know who was going to take him. It was probably just a rumor based on his decision to withdraw from the combine, but his management team probably had a good idea of his range before he made that decision.

Post #159 » by **Knightro** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 10:19 pm

tiderulz wrote:
Knightro wrote:Is there any concern at all at Wagner being/getting too tall to effectively hold up defensively against smaller players?

he's 19. the magic strength team will help him put on weight. remember when Dwight got here?

Oh no I don't mean a lack of strength.

I'm wondering if Wagner is going to physically just get too tall (and presumably slow down as he gains weight) of being able to defend SGs and SFs?

Not an easy task for a 6'11" player who weighs 225-230+ to chase guys way smaller and quicker.

Horcy · Post #160 » by **Horcy** » Fri Jul 30, 2021 10:23 pm

CarraT wrote:I see a lot of Shane Battier in Wagner and i like that!
Also, for me as a german Its Great to have a german (maybe two) on this Team

As many germans you have around the better. i'm negotiating a contract to relocate to Germany so maybe we will be able to see a Magic match sometime in the near future.

Ich spreche ein bisschen Deutsch.
Tschüss!