The Orlando Magic will be without one of their key players for the biggest game of the season. Starting forward Franz Wagner has been officially ruled out for Sunday's winner-take-all Game 7 against the Detroit Pistons, dealing a significant blow to the Magic's playoff hopes.

Wagner suffered a right calf strain during Game 4 on Monday, an injury that has already sidelined him for Games 5 and 6. Now, he'll miss a third consecutive playoff contest, adding to a frustrating season that saw him sit out 48 regular-season games due to various ailments.

With the series knotted at 3-3, the Magic face an uphill battle on the road in Detroit without one of their most versatile scorers and defenders. Wagner's absence puts added pressure on the remaining rotation to step up in a high-stakes elimination game where every possession matters.

For the Pistons, this is an opportunity to close out the series at home against a shorthanded opponent. The Magic will need to dig deep into their bench and find offensive production from other sources if they hope to advance.