Tracking the Wagner brothers' game-by-game performances & stats at the 2024 Paris Olympics

Brothers Franz and Moritz Wagner were a big part of the Magic's success last season. Franz Wagner is Orlando's second star and the team's second-leading scorer behind Paolo Banchero. The Magic just rewarded him with a max rookie extension, establishing their faith in his future as a potential All-Star in the NBA. Meanwhile, Moritz Wagner is an important piece off the bench for the Magic, providing crucial energy and toughness. 

This summer, the brothers are once again playing for the German national team. After winning the FIBA World Cup in 2023, they are now chasing a gold medal at the Olympics in Paris. Germany might not be as starstudded of a team as Team USA, but they might be one of the biggest threats to the US's hopes of winning the tournament. 

The German national team has plenty of experience playing together and features players happy to just fill a role as well as guys who excel in international competitions. Dennis Schröder, for example, always takes his game to another level when he plays for the German national team. 

On paper, Team USA is still the most talented team in the Olympics, but it will be a competitive and thrilling tournament. If the German national team makes a deep run, the Wagner brothers will be a big part of it. 

For all Magic fans, this is an opportunity to watch some familiar faces in the Olympics and keep an eye on particularly Franz Wagner's development. 

Franz Wagner Game-by-Game Performances 

Game 1: Germany vs. Japan 

Brazil played a very physical game and the German team struggled with it initially. All Magic fans know that physicality does not bother Moritz Wagner much. Just like he does for his NBA team, the elder Wagner brother came off the bench and provided some good energy. His stat line might not jump out but Wagner made an impact on the game.

Franz Wagner left his mark on the game as well, though. His 3-point shooting is still a concern, but the forward still dropped 22 points in 26 minutes. He was the team's leading scorer and Japan had no answer for him.

22 points (9-17 FG, 2-8 3PT, 2-2 FT), 6 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 block, 1 turnover, 3 personal fouls. 

Game 2: Germany vs. Brazil

The German national team got its second win of the Olympics, beating Brazil 86-73. Dennis Schröder led the way for Germany with 20 points, 6 assists, and 4 steals. He can always be relied upon to elevate his game on the international stage.

Franz Wagner was Germany’s second-leading scorer with 17 points in 31 minutes. While the 17 points do not look bad at all, his shooting did. Wagner went 0-6 from three, continuing his concerning trend from the 2023-24 season with the Magic. Hopefully, the rest of the Olympics will be a chance for him to work through those struggles and return to Orlando with his shot figured out. The Magic will need him to make threes next season.

17 points (7-15 FG, 0-6 3PT, 3-4 FT), 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 4 steals, 1 block, 2 turnovers, 3 personal fouls.

Game 3: Germany vs. France

Taking on the host country France, rookie phenomenon Victor Wembanyama, and reigning Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert, Team Germany showed no fear. Behind stellar play from Dennis Schröder and Franz Wagner, Germany took home the 85-71 win.

Wagner finally had a good shooting game, knocking down 2 of his 5 3-point attempts to help with some of the concerns Magic fans have for his outside shot. During his 33 minutes of playing time, Wagner made quite the statement with a few highlight plays.

26 points (8-15 FG, 2-5 3PT, 8-8 FT), 5 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 1 block, 2 turnovers, 4 personal fouls

Game 4: Germany vs. Greece

Germany got off to a slow start against Greece but Franz Wagner and Dennis Schröder eventually carried the team to a 76-63 win. Wagner struggled with his 3-point shot once again, converting only 1 of his 6 attempts. Nevertheless, he took over in the second half with moves to the rim. The youngster displayed great poise and showed no fear whatsoever. After his performance with the Magic in Game 7, it is encouraging to see Wagner play so well in a big game. Germany is now headed to the semi-finals.

18 points (8-17 FG, 1-6 3PT, 1-2 FT), 3 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, 2 turnovers, 2 personal fouls

Game 5: Germany vs. France

Despite an impressive start to the game, Germany could not get the win against France. Franz Wagner hit a huge three towards the end of the game to keep things interesting, but otherwise struggled with his shot. Still, only Dennis Schröder put up more points for Germany and they still have a chance to land a bronze medal.

10 points (4-10 FG, 2-6 3PT), 8 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, 1 turnover, 3 personal fouls

Game 6: Germany vs. Serbia

Germany failed to medal and Wagner’s struggles from three continued, but he finished the game as his team’s top scorer once again. Despite these two final losses, Franz Wagner played a solid tournament and gathered experience that will come in handy when he finds himself in big games with the Magic.

18 points (5-14 FG, 0-4 3PT, 8-9 FT), 9 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 steals, 2 turnovers, 3 personal fouls

Moritz Wagner Game-by-Game Performances

Game 1: Germany vs. Japan 

Team Germany has an incredibly strong frontcourt between the Wagner brothers, Daniel Theis, Johannes Thiemann, and Johannes Voigtmann. Moritz Wagner and Daniel Theis alone combined for 33 points to open up Olympic play for Germany. 

Much like with the Magic, the older Wagner brother comes off the bench for Team Germany. Leading the bench in scoring despite only playing the third-most minutes among reserves, he provided a nice spark against Japan in Germany's first Olympic matchup. 

15 points (5-10 FG, 0-1 3PT, 5-5 FT), 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 personal fouls 

Game 2: Germany vs. Brazil

Brazil played a very physical game and the German team struggled with it initially. All Magic fans know that physicality does not bother Moritz Wagner much. Just like he does for his NBA team, the elder Wagner brother came off the bench and provided some good energy. His stat line might not jump out but Wagner made an impact on the game. On the other hand, he struggled to take care of the ball, however, turning the ball over four times in 16 minutes on the court.

In an interview with Euro Sport, he mentioned how important it is to him to be that player who can come off the bench and give his team fresh energy. He also mentioned how important it is to be able to fight through struggles and physicality and grind out a game.

8 points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3PT, 4-4 FT), 6 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 block, 4 turnovers, 4 personal fouls

Game 3: Germany vs. France

Moritz Wagner played the fewest minutes of all active bench players for Germany against France and his box score does not jump out in any way. The elder Wagner brother was struggling with fouls and only grabbed one defensive rebound off the bench.

Against France’s size, none of Germany’s centers put up huge numbers, though, so Wagner is not alone.

8 points (2-5 FG, 4-4 FT), 1 rebound, 1 assist, 1 turnover, 5 personal fouls

Game 4: Germany vs. Greece

Playing against Giannis Antetokounmpo is never easy. Moritz Wagner had some nice plays against Antetokounmpo early on, converting all three of his field goal attempts and grabbing five rebounds. His overall impact was limited by foul trouble, however. After committing five fouls against France, Wagner finished this game with four fouls. Three of those were offensive fouls.

8 points (3-3 FG, 2-2 FT), 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal, 3 turnovers, 4 personal fouls

Game 5: Germany vs. France

Germany’s bigs had a tough time going up against Victor Wembanyama. While the rookie sensation only converted 4 of his 17 field goal attempts, his size is a constant threat on both ends of the floor. Boxscore-wise, Moritz Wagner had a rather quiet game but he was still trying to bring some positive energy off the bench. While it was not enough this time around, Germany will need him off the bench when they play for the bronze medal.

4 points (2-7 FG, 0-1 3PT), 1 rebound, 1 assist, 1 steal, 2 turnovers, 3 personal fouls

Game 6: Germany vs. Serbia

Moritz Wagner put up big numbers in Germany’s second loss of the tournament. Playing around 24 minutes, Wagner put up 16 points on efficient shooting and finished with the second-most points on the team behind only his brother.

16 points (7-14 FG, 2-6 3PT), 4 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 block, 2 turnovers, 3 personal fouls