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NBA Rookie of the Year rankings: Paolo Banchero, Bennedict Mathurin in two-man race midway through season Magic forward Paolo Banchero and Pacers guard Bennedict Mathurin are starting to separate themselves from the pack for Rookie of the Year.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Scores 25, hits four threes Banchero supplied 25 points (9-20 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one steal in 31 minutes during Saturday's 115-101 win over Golden State.

Impact Banchero had it going early, racking up 11 first-quarter points on 5-of-9 shooting from the field before going 3-of-3 for another eight points in the second quarter. It was a different story in the second half, however, as the rookie power forward knocked down just one of eight field goal attempts and three of four shots from the foul line for six points over the final two quarters. Despite his struggles in the second half, Banchero did connect on four three-pointers in the contest for just the second time this season and has now broken the 20-point mark in four straight.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Paolo Banchero breaking out of slump as Magic head West for road trip Magic rookie forward Paolo Banchero has found his rhythm again, averaging 27.5 points on 48.6% shooting the last two games.

JANUARY 7, 2023 • ORLANDOSENTINEL.COM

Leads way with 30 points Banchero totaled 30 points (10-20 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 8-9 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Thursday's 123-115 loss to the Grizzlies.

Impact Banchero had an awful first half shooting the ball, going just 2-of-9 from the field for eight points while adding five boards and two assists. However, the Magic forward wasted no time in turning things around in the second half, racking up 20 points in the third quarter alone on 7-of-9 shooting before finishing with a team-high 30 points on the night. It was Banchero's fourth 30-point game this season, and he's also recorded at least 20 points in three straight.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Team-high 25 points in win Banchero ended Wednesday's 126-115 win over Oklahoma City with 25 points (8-17 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 7-9 FT), eight rebounds, seven assists and one steal in 36 minutes.

Impact Banchero didn't have a great first half shooting the ball, knocking down three of eight shot attempts for 11 points to go along with five rebounds and five assists. However, the Orlando power forward fared a little better in the second half with 14 points on 5-of-9 shooting from the field as the Magic closed out Oklahoma City down the stretch. Banchero led the Magic in scoring and also dished out a team-high seven assists in the contest. He's now reached the 20-point mark in two straight as the 2022 first overall pick continues his impressive rookie campaign.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Paolo Banchero, Magic turn back Thunder 126-115

Paolo Banchero had 25 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, and the Orlando Magic beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 126-115

JANUARY 5, 2023 • Associated Press

Thunder Gameday: Taking on the No. 1 Overall Pick in Orlando Oklahoma City will hit the road to battle Paolo Banchero and the Magic.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Held in check against Lakers Banchero ended Tuesday's 129-110 loss to the Lakers with four points (1-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one steal across 22 minutes.

Impact Banchero had scored in double figures in his last 10 appearances, and he averaged 21.6 points, 7.5 rebounds and 4.6 assists in 34.7 minutes per game during that time. However, he committed five fouls Tuesday and was limited to a season-low 22 minutes of playing time. Despite Tuesday's lackluster performance, Banchero has been a strong contributor for the Magic to begin his rookie season.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

The IkoSystem: Paolo Banchero is approaching stardom, and the Orlando Magic are thriving With Banchero's play, the Magic have rebounded in stunning fashion from a slow 2022-23 start, winning eight out of their last nine outings.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

LeBron James praises No. 1 pick Paolo Banchero: 'He has been exceptional' Banchero has drawn praise from the likes of Jayson Tatum, Draymond Green and others, and James was the latest to weigh in.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Lakers News: Paolo Banchero Takes Inspiration From On-Court Approach Of Lakers Counterpart LeBron James The No. 1 overall pick takes pride following in the footsteps of another former No. 1 overall pick

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Scores 18 points in comfortable win Banchero racked up 18 points (7-15 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds and four assists over 29 minutes during Friday's 133-113 win over San Antonio.

Impact The rookie failed to reach the 20-point mark just for the third time this month, and while two of those contests have come in his last three appearances, his role as an elite scoring threat for the Magic remains completely settled. The star rookie is averaging 20.6 points, 6.9 rebounds and 4.4 assists per game in December.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Paolo Banchero reaches rarefied rookie air Until Wednesday night, per ESPN Stats & Info, only two NBA players in the past 40 years had scored 20 or more points in at least 20 of their...

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Double-double fuels victory Banchero ended Wednesday's 116-110 victory over Houston with 23 points (9-20 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-8 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists and two steals across 32 minutes.

Impact Banchero chalked up his sixth double-double of the season as the Magic got back in the winners' column following their loss to the Hawks. He has also now scored at least 20 points in 11 of his past 12 games, establishing himself as the firm favorite to win the Rookie of the Year Award. From a fantasy perspective, he retains more value in points leagues than category leagues, due in large part to the fact that he's shooting 44.1 percent from the field (on 16 attempts per game) and 75.1 percent from the free-throw line (on 8.3 attempts per game).

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Paolo Banchero nominated for Eastern Conference Player of the Week The No. 1 pick was nominated for Player of the Week for the fourth time this season.

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Paolo Banchero scores 31 in win over Celtics, Magic's 6th-consecutive victory In a game nobody on the Orlando Magic or the Boston Celtics — outside of Paolo Banchero — found their offensive rhythm, it was the hustle pl...

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • SACBEE.COM

Paolo Banchero Scores 31 Points In Boston | December 18, 2022

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Leads from deep in 30-point showing Banchero closed with 31 points (9-21 FG, 6-7 3Pt, 7-9 FT), six rebounds, three assists and two steals across 34 minutes during Sunday's 95-92 victory over the Celtics.

Impact Banchero led the team in points, shots made and threes en route to his third 30-point performance of the season. Banchero tallied a season-high mark from deep, posting his highest point total since he scored a season-high 33 points Nov. 5. Banchero has scored 20 or more points in seven straight contests.

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Banchero scores 31 as Magic win second straight in Boston

Paolo Banchero scored 31 points and Admiral Schofield had 11 of his 13 in the fourth quarter to help the Orlando Magic complete a sweep of consecutive games in Boston with a 95-92...

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • Associated Press

Another 20-point showing Banchero recorded 20 points (5-13 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 7-8 FT), five rebounds, five assists and one steal over 37 minutes during Friday's 117-109 win over the Celtics.

Impact Banchero tied his top mark of the season with three made triples, and he also reached the 20-point threshold for the sixth straight game. He's been able to produce across the board during this impressive stretch, averaging 21.0 points, 7.7 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.2 steals in 36.2 minutes.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hits for 20 again Banchero ended with 20 points (6-16 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 6-7 FT), six rebounds, six assists, one block and two steals across 34 minutes during Wednesday's 135-124 win over Atlanta.

Impact The top pick in the 2022 NBA Draft continues to deliver for the Magic, scoring at least 20 points for the fifth straight game and the eighth time in his last nine. Banchero is averaging 20.1 points, 6.1 boards, 4.6 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.9 threes over the latter stretch, recording two double-doubles along the way. Seemingly, the only thing that might derail a Rookie of the Year campaign for the 20-year-old is further injuries.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Magic encourage Paolo Banchero to let it fly off the catch on 3-pointers The Orlando Magic keep the message simple when it comes to offensive decision-making when open. It was a message Mosley delivered early in S...

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • DENVERPOST.COM

Double-double Sunday Banchero chipped in 20 points (6-14 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 6-8 FT), 12 rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal across 37 minutes during Sunday's 111-99 win over the Raptors.

Impact After missing eight of his 10 shot attempts in the first half, Banchero was a perfect 4-for-4 from the field after halftime. It was his fifth double-double of the season and second in his last four games. Since returning from an ankle injury Nov. 25, he's averaging 19.8 points while making 44.6 percent of his shots, a tick below the 23.5 points and 46.1 shooting percentage he had in 11 contests before the injury.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MAGIC WIN! Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner combined for 57 points 👀 | Raptors vs. Magic Highlights

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Strong showing from the line in win Banchero produced 23 points (5-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 13-14 FT), five rebounds, two assists and two steals in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 116-111 overtime win over the Clippers.

Impact Banchero led the Magic in scoring while accounting for nearly half of the team's free throws in the overtime victory. Banchero has tallied 20 or more points in seven of his last 10 games, posting two straight games with more than 20 points and five rebounds.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Paolo Banchero, Magic turn back Thunder 126-115

Banchero scores 31 as Magic win second straight in Boston