View the profile of Orlando Magic Power Forward Paolo Banchero on ESPN. Get the latest news, live stats and game highlights.

On October 23, 2024, in the Magic's season-opening game, Banchero put up 33 points and 11 rebounds in a 116–97 win over the Miami Heat. He joined Shaquille O’Neal and Tracy McGrady as the only players in Magic franchise history to put up at least 30 points and 10 rebounds in a season-opening game. [ 51 ]

Nov 12, 2002 · Paolo Banchero bio, latest news, videos, and exclusive content. Discover his awards, honors, and career achievements. Stay updated and find out when his next game is.

Jan 11, 2025 · Paolo Banchero missed 34 games, then came back and scored 34 points. The Orlando forward — back in the lineup for the first time in almost 2 1/2 months while recovering from a torn oblique muscle — gave his team a chance on Friday night, but the Magic fell to the Milwaukee Bucks 109-106.

Nov 12, 2002 · Paolo Banchero has played 3 seasons for the Magic. He has averaged 21.6 points, 7.0 rebounds and 4.6 assists in 157 regular-season games. He was selected to play in 1 All-Star game, and has won the Rookie of the Year award.

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May 1, 2024 · Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) shoots against Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley (4) during the second half of Game 5 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series, Tuesday, April 30, 2024, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)

Oct 29, 2024 · Banchero tied the Orlando Magic record for points in a half, scoring 37 in the first two quarters against the Indiana Pacers. He finished with a career-high 50 points — tying the fifth-highest scoring effort in Magic history.

Oct 31, 2024 · Banchero drops 50 on Pacers, ties Magic record in win. Tracy McGrady had set the franchise high-water mark for scoring in a half, which Paolo Banchero ties by shooting 13-for-17.

Jan 8, 2025 · The Magic announced on Oct. 31 that Banchero would be out indefinitely. He was scheduled to be evaluated in four-to-six weeks, putting a potential return around Christmas, barring a setback.