The Orlando Magic will have to continue their playoff push without one of their key offensive weapons. Starting forward Franz Wagner has been officially ruled out for Friday's Game 6 against the Detroit Pistons due to a right calf injury.

Wagner initially sustained the injury during Monday's Game 4 and was sidelined for Wednesday's Game 5. Now, he'll miss his second consecutive playoff game, adding to a season that saw him sit out 48 regular-season games with various ailments. The absence of the versatile 6'10" forward—who averaged 15.2 points and 4.5 rebounds this season—leaves a significant scoring and playmaking gap for Orlando.

To make matters worse, the Magic may also be without center Jonathan Isaac, who is listed as doubtful for Game 6 with a knee sprain. Isaac's defensive presence has been a crucial factor in the series, and his potential absence would further test Orlando's depth.

Despite these setbacks, the Magic hold a 3-2 series lead and have a golden opportunity to close out the Pistons on their home court at the Kia Center on Friday night. A win would send them to the second round. However, if they fall, a winner-take-all Game 7 awaits on Sunday in Detroit—a scenario no team wants to face, especially shorthanded.

For Magic fans, Friday night is about resilience. Can the team rally without two of its big men, or will the Pistons force a decisive game? Tip-off is set for a pivotal evening in Orlando.