Last Updated on July 21, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Moe Wagner brings an edge to every game, pairing his offensive versatility with the fiery competitiveness that has made him a valuable contributor off the bench. Whether stretching the floor, drawing charges, or injecting energy into the lineup, the German big man has earned a reputation for making his presence felt in a variety of ways.

Here’s the information on Moritz “Moe” Wagner:

Player Profile

  • Full Name: Moritz Wagner
  • Nationality: German
  • Age: Born April 26, 1997
  • Hometown: Berlin, Germany
  • Height: 6 feet 11 inches (2.11 meters)
  • Weight: 245 pounds (111 kg)
  • Wingspan: 7 feet (213 cm)
  • Shoe Size: Size is 14 (US)
  • Shoe Brand: Air Jordan 39, Air Jordan 36, Air Jordan 37, Jordan React Elevation, Air Jordan 34, Air Jordan 33, Air Jordan 11 Retro
  • Position: Center / Power Forward
  • High School: Alba Berlin (Germany)
  • College: University of Michigan
  • Draft: 2018 NBA Draft, 1st Round, 25th overall by the Los Angeles Lakers
  • Teams Played For:
    • Los Angeles Lakers (2018–2019)
    • Washington Wizards (2019–2021)
    • Boston Celtics (2021)
    • Orlando Magic (2021–Present)
  • Championship Rings: None as of now
  • Kids: None as of now
  • Siblings: One younger brother, Franz Wagner (also an NBA player)

Player Archetype / Play Style

Moritz “Moe” Wagner’s player archetype is that of an energetic scoring stretch big who provides offensive spark and physicality off the bench. Defensively, he typically fills a rotational frontcourt role where he relies more on positioning, effort, and drawing charges than elite rim protection, contributing by staying active in team schemes and battling on the glass. Offensively, Wagner plays as a versatile scoring big who can space the floor with three-point shooting, attack slower defenders off the dribble, finish in pick-and-roll situations, and generate offense through hustle plays and second-chance opportunities. Physically, he stands about 6’11” with a sturdy frame, good mobility for his size, and a high motor that allows him to play with noticeable energy and physical engagement. His overall play style is aggressive and emotional, built around constant movement, floor spacing, and opportunistic scoring that can quickly change momentum when he provides scoring bursts off the bench.

Scouting Report

Moe Wagner has always struck me as the kind of big who thrives on making every possession slightly more uncomfortable for the defense than it expects. He isn’t overpowering physically, yet he creates advantages through timing, constant movement and a willingness to flow from one action into the next without pausing. He’ll set a solid screen, slip into open space if the defense overplays the contact, pop beyond the arc when the big drops too deep or seal a smaller defender immediately after a switch instead of waiting for the offense to reset. That constant decision-making pressure is what makes him valuable. Around the basket he relies more on footwork, touch and drawing defenders off balance than simply finishing over them, while as a passer he’s effective making quick reads from the short roll or finding cutters once help rotates rather than trying to orchestrate an offense. Defensively, the trade-off is obvious. Wagner competes physically and generally understands where he should be, but quicker guards can expose him when he’s forced into repeated switches or asked to defend large areas of space, and his rim protection comes more from positioning than shot-blocking intimidation. Even so, it’s easy to overlook how often he gets to the correct help position early enough to prevent a drive from becoming a layup in the first place. His ideal role is as an offensive-minded rotation center in a motion-heavy system that values spacing, screen variety and quick decisions, allowing him to keep the ball moving while stretching opposing bigs away from the paint. To me, his game shares elements of Kelly Olynyk’s offensive versatility and Moritz’s brother Franz Wagner’s instinct for keeping possessions connected, though Moe plays with a more traditional interior presence and far more willingness to embrace the physical exchanges that develop around the rim.

Sources:
NBA.com — Moritz Wagner Bio
Basketball-Reference — Moritz Wagner Stats
Orlando Magic — Moe Wagner brings energy and versatility to the Magic frontcourt