Moe Wagner's return lifts everyone's spirits

Fansided | January 12, 2026

After more than a year out rehabbing a torn left ACL, Moe Wagner finally made his return Sunday against the New Orleans Pelicans. Immediately, his lift was apparent.

Moe Wagner made his triumphant return to the court on Sunday against the New Orleans Pelicans. He is someone who immediately lifts everyone's spirits. He embodies much of this team's identity. | Rich Storry/GettyImages

Moe Wagner went to the scorer's table late in the first quarter Sunday, and the crowd at the Kia Center got excited. After more than a year away from the team, rehabbing a torn ACL, Wagner was preparing to take the floor again.