In a concerning turn of events during the Orlando Magic’s recent matchup against the New York Knicks on January 2, 2025, Jalen Suggs was forced to leave the game due to severe back spasms. The incident occurred in the fourth quarter with just 3:12 left on the clock. Suggs fell to the floor after attempting to defend Knicks’ Julius Randle and remained grounded, visibly in distress. Teammates quickly rushed to his side as medical personnel attended to him. Suggs, who had contributed 11 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists prior to the injury, was taken off the court in a wheelchair, raising alarm among fans and coaches alike. Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley expressed concern, stating, ‘It’s tough to see Jalen go down like that. He’s been working hard for us.’ The Magic ultimately fell to the Knicks with a score of 113-106. This incident adds to a series of injuries the Magic have faced this season, heightening concerns about the team’s depth and resilience moving forward.
Magic’s Jalen Suggs Exits Game with Back Spasms
