Paolo Banchero News, Rumors, Updates - Orlando Magic

Out at least another week Banchero said Wednesday that his ankle injury is progressing, but he expects to be sidelined for at least another week, Khobi Price of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Banchero has already missed four games due to a left ankle sprain. In the rookie phenom's absence, Chuma Okeke, Mo Bamba and Bol Bol should continue to see extended minutes. Based on Banchero's timetable, the Nov. 25 game versus Philadelphia will be his first opportunity to return.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Magic's Paolo Banchero expected to be sidelined for at least 1 more week Orlando Magic rookie forward Paolo Banchero will likely be sidelined for at least one more week because of his sprained left ankle. Their fi...

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • BOSTONHERALD.COM

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • DENVERPOST.COM

Will remained sidelined Friday Banchero (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game versus the Bulls, Dan Savage of the Magic's official site reports.

Impact Banchero will miss his fifth straight game due to a left ankle sprain. The 2022 No. 1 pick was averaging 23.5 points, 8.3 rebounds and 3.6 assists in 34.6 minutes across 11 games before going down with his injury. Banchero's next opportunity to play will be Saturday's game against Indiana.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Magic's Paolo Banchero, Wendell Carter Jr. sit with injuries vs. Timberwolves Orlando Magic rookie forward Paolo Banchero and starting big man Wendell Carter Jr. weren’ t available for Wednesday’ s homestand-ending mat...

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • BOSTONHERALD.COM

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • TWINCITIES.COM

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • MERCURYNEWS.COM

Magic's Paolo Banchero will miss 4th consecutive game with sprained ankle Orlando Magic rookie forward Paolo Banchero won’ t be available for tonight’ s homestand-ending matchup vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves, whic...

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • TWINCITIES.COM

Won't play Wednesday Banchero (ankle) will not take the floor Wednesday versus the Timberwolves.

Impact Banchero didn't practice Tuesday, so even his questionable designation heading into game day felt like it was trending in the wrong direction. The budding rookie will indeed miss his fourth straight, pushing back his next possible return date to Friday in Chicago.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Timberwolves-Orlando game preview: Magic could be without Paolo Banchero The No. 1 draft choice has a sprained ankle entering Wednesday's game against Minnesota.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Questionable for Wednesday Banchero (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's contest against Minnesota.

Impact Banchero has missed three consecutive contests due to an ankle injury and is trending towards a fourth absence after not practicing Tuesday. The No. 1 overall pick's availability against the Timberwolves will likely come down to a game-time decision, but if he's sidelined again, Chuma Okeke figures to draw another start.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Tuesday Banchero (ankle) didn't practice Tuesday, Khobi Price of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Banchero has missed three straight games due to an ankle injury and could be in jeopardy of missing a fourth after not practicing Tuesday. The No. 1 overall pick's lack of participation is a bit concerning after he was able to practice Saturday and was considered a game-time decision for Monday's contest. More information will likely be available when Orlando releases its initial injury report for Wednesday's matchup against Minnesota.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Magic rookie Paolo Banchero sits 3rd consecutive game with ankle injury Magic rookie forward Paolo Banchero suffered the ankle injury last week in the loss to the Rockets.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ORLANDOSENTINEL.COM

Still out Monday Banchero (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Banchero was considered a game-time decision for Monday's matchup after going through practice Saturday, but he'll officially be forced to miss a third consecutive game due to a sprained left ankle. His next chance to suit up will be Wednesday against Minnesota.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Magic rookie Paolo Banchero practiced Saturday after missing 2 games The top pick has missed the last two games due to a sprained left ankle.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Game-time decision versus Charlotte Banchero (ankle) went through practice Saturday and will be a game-time decision for Monday's game versus the Hornets, Khobi Price of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Banchero has missed the Magic's last two games due to a left ankle sprain. The 2022 No. 1 overall pick does have the benefit of two days off to recover before Monday's game. If Banchero doesn't play Monday, his next opportunity will be Wednesday's game versus the Timberwolves.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Magic beat Suns for first consecutive wins despite Paolo Banchero's absence No Paolo Banchero, no problem for the Orlando Magic. That was once again the case Friday, with the Banchero-less Magic picking up a 114-97 w...

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • TWINCITIES.COM

Magic's Paolo Banchero (ankle) sits vs. Suns for 2nd consecutive absence Rookie forward Paolo Banchero missed his second consecutive game Friday because of a sprained left ankle in the Orlando Magic’ s home game v...

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • DENVERPOST.COM

Won't play Friday Banchero (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Suns.

Impact Banchero will sit for a second consecutive game due to a sprained left ankle. Chuma Okeke will likely draw another start Friday, while Banchero's next chance to suit up will be Monday against Charlotte.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

NBA Rookie of the Year Rankings: Paolo Banchero's eye-popping stats stand out among best rookies so far Through the first 10-plus games of the 2022 rookie class, Paolo Banchero and Bennedict Mathurin look head and shoulders above their competit...

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Questionable Friday Banchero (ankle) is questionable to play in Friday's game versus the Suns.

Impact Banchero also missed Wednesday's matchup with the Mavericks due to a left ankle sprain. Chuma Okeke started Wednesday's contest in the absence of the 2022 No. 1 pick. If Banchero can't play Friday, his next opportunity surfaces Monday against the Hornets.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Magic beat Mavericks despite Paolo Banchero's absence because of ankle injury ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Magic had to play without rookie forward Paolo Banchero, their leading scorer, for the first time in Wednesday’s...

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • SACBEE.COM

Franz Wagner leads Magic in win over Mavericks despite Paolo Banchero's absence The Orlando Magic had to play without rookie forward Paolo Banchero, their leading scorer, for the first time in Wednesday’ s home game vs....

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • BOSTONHERALD.COM

Out Wednesday Banchero (ankle) is out Wednesday against the Mavericks, Philip Rossman-Reich of OrlandoMagicDaily.com reports.

Impact The rookie sprained his left ankle during the second half of Monday's loss to the Rockets. Wednesday marks the first absence of his career. Given his usage rate, value should open up in daily fantasy formats. Chuma Okeke has seen the most minutes with Banchero off the floor, while Wendell Carter sees the biggest usage rate jump at plus-8.5 percent. Franz Wagner leads the team in usage at 30.2 percent without Banchero on the court.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Paolo Banchero added to Magic's injury report for home game vs. Mavericks Paolo Banchero is among five Magic players who've played in every game entering Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ORLANDOSENTINEL.COM

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