Paolo Banchero News, Rumors, Updates - Orlando Magic

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

Questionable Wednesday Banchero is questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Mavericks with a left ankle sprain.

Impact Banchero's ankle injury popped up after posting back-to-back outings with at least 30 points. The severity of the issue remains unclear, but if the 2022 No. 1 overall pick doesn't play Wednesday, Chuma Okeke and Terrence Ross should be in line for extended minutes.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Drops 30 on Rockets Banchero closed Monday's 134-127 loss to the Rockets with 30 points (8-16 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 12-14 FT), six rebounds, four assists and two steals in 35 minutes.

Impact The first overall pick in the 2022 Draft continues to dazzle, and Banchero has scored at least 30 points in two straight games. The 19-year-old is averaging 23.5 points, 8.3 boards, 3.6 assists and 1.0 threes through 11 games to kick off his NBA career, and he seems poised to give the Magic the kind of elite scoring threat the franchise hasn't had since Tracy McGrady's heyday.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rockets beat Magic despite Banchero's 30 in battle of top draft picks ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando Magic rookie Paolo Banchero and Houston Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. have spent the last several months competing...

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Records first 30-point game Banchero supplied 33 points (14-26 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 16 rebounds, four assists and one block across 40 minutes during Saturday's 126-123 overtime loss to the Kings.

Impact Banchero led the way in scoring for the Magic on Saturday, recording eight or more points in each quarter outside of the first and overtime. The 33 points marked a career high for the rookie, as were his 16 rebounds, while he turned the ball over just once in the contest. Perhaps the only downside to Banchero's otherwise sensational start has been his three-point shooting, as he's just 1-of-14 from behind the arc over his last four games and 9-of-41 on the season.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Paolo Banchero explodes for career-high in Magic loss On Saturday, recent Duke basketball one-and-done Paolo Banchero became the second-fastest Orlando Magic rookie in history to score at least...

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Paolo Banchero 33 PTS, 16 REB Highlights vs Kings 🔥

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • YOUTUBE

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NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • YOUTUBE

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NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Records 22 points, eight boards Banchero closed with 22 points (8-17 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 6-9 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and one block over 36 minutes during Thursday's win over the Warriors.

Impact Banchero struggled to generate any offense early, finishing the first half with just four points on 1-of-6 shooting from the field. He came out firing in the third quarter, knocking down five of six shots for 12 points as the Magic fought their way back with 43 points in the period. Banchero finished the game with 22 points, second on the team to Jalen Suggs, and has now recorded 20 or more points in seven of nine games to open his rookie campaign.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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