Bitadze recorded seven points (3-4 FG, 1-1 FT), 15 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 30 minutes during Thursday's 119-118 victory over the Lakers. Bitadze has proven to be a capable placeholder for Wendell Carter (foot), with an average of 9.8 points, 8.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.6 blocked shots over 10 games as a starter. It's unclear when Carter will be cleared to play again, so Bitadze should continue to reap the benefits of an increased role.
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ACTIVELatest Goga Bitadze news
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2024-25 Stats
GPMINPTSREBASTTOPF1321.37.97.11.61.42.52024-25 Rebounding
REBDREBOREB7.14.42.72024-25 Defensive
BLKSTL1.30.52024-25 Shooting
FG%2P%3P%FT%TS%69.2%76.3%0.0%76.5%71.1%2024-25 Advanced
+/-A/TOTD3DD2+241.204
Team
Orlando Magic
Birthdate
7/20/1999 (25)
Status
ACT
HT/WT
6'10", 250 lbs
Draft Info
2019: Rd 1; Pk 18 (IND)
Birthplace
Sagarejo,, GEO
Position
C
Experience
5 seasons
Career History
Orlando Magic
2022-Present
(3 seasons)
Indiana Pacers
2019-2022
(4 seasons)
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DraftKings points 22.3FanDuel Points 22.5PTS 8.0REB 7.7AST 1.2BLK 1.0STL 0.72PM 3.33PM 0.1FTM 1.2TO 1.5MIN 22.5CBSS fantasy points 18.3ESPN fantasy points 23.9Yahoo fantasy points 22.5
Pregame Probabilities
Record a double-double19%Record a triple-double0%Record 10 or more REB40%Record 4-plus 3-pointers5%Score 30 or more pts0%Record 10 or more AST0%
Bitadze recorded seven points (3-4 FG, 1-1 FT), 15 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 30 minutes during Thursday's 119-118 victory over the Lakers. Bitadze has proven to be a capable placeholder for Wendell Carter (foot), with an average of 9.8 points, 8.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.6 blocked shots over 10 games as a starter. It's unclear when Carter will be cleared to play again, so Bitadze should continue to reap the benefits of an increased role.
Bitadze racked up 17 points (7-8 FG, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 31 minutes during Monday's 109-99 victory over Phoenix. With Wendell Carter (foot) still sidelined, Bitadze continues to do a respectable job in the paint. He notched his fourth double-double of the season against a depleted Suns frontcourt. Bitadze warrants serious fantasy consideration with Carter unable to start healthy and Paolo Banchero (oblique) potentially out for three more weeks.
Bitadze notched 12 points (6-7 FG), 12 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 94-90 win over the Pacers. Bitadze put together his best performance of the season in Wednesday's victory, leading all players in rebounds while concluding as the lone Magic player with a double-double outing. Bitadze set a new season high in scoring while matching a season high in rebounds. He has now recorded a double-double in three contests this year, all of which have occurred over the last five outings.
Bitadze supplied 11 points (5-6 FG, 1-1 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal over 27 minutes during Friday's 115-88 win over the Pelicans. Bitadze finished just one rebound shy of recording a second consecutive double-double. The big man is making the most of his newfound role in the first unit, scoring in double digits and grabbing at least nine boards in his three starts. He should remain in that role due to the fitness issues of players such as Wendell Carter (foot), Jonathan Isaac (hamstring) and Paolo Banchero (oblique) that are depleting the frontcourt.
Bitadze recorded 10 points (5-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt), 12 rebounds, two assists, three blocks and one steal across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 118-111 loss to Indiana. Bitadze took care of business on the boards in Wednesday's loss, leading all players in the contest in rebounds while ending as one of six Magic players in double figures in scoring in a double-double performance. Bitadze set a new season high in rebounds en route to his first double-double of the campaign. He has now tallied a double-digit point total in two straight outings.
Bitadze notched 11 points (5-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal over 27 minutes during Monday's 102-86 loss to Oklahoma City. Bitadze returned to action after missing five consecutive games with a foot injury. The timing couldn't have been better for the Magic who lost Wendell Carter to a foot injury in their previous game. Bitadze moved straight into the starting lineup, ending with a decent night's work. Although he is likely to split minutes with Moritz Wagner, Bitadze has the ability to contribute on both ends of the floor when afforded additional playing time.
Bitadze is in the Magic's starting five for Monday's game against the Thunder. Bitadze missed the Magic's last five games due to a strained tendon in his left foot. Not only will he return Monday, but he will also slide into the starting lineup while Wendell Carter is sidelined with a foot injury of his own. Bitadze hasn't played more than six minutes over his three regular-season outings, and though he's starting Monday, he could see less playing time than Moritz Wagner.
Bitadze (foot) is available to play Monday against the Thunder, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports. Bitadze will shake off his questionable tag and return from a five-game absence. With Wendell Carter (foot) sidelined Monday, Bitadze should find himself in the rotation, though Moritz Wagner may be the better bet to see most of the minutes at center.
Bitadze (foot) is questionable for Monday's matchup against the Thunder. Bitadze is in jeopardy of missing a fifth consecutive outing due to a strained tendon in his left foot. If the 25-year-old is able to give it a go Monday, he could see more playing time if Wendell Carter (foot) is ruled out.