PAOLO BANCHERO NEWS

Paolo Banchero draws unflattering comparison to former Pistons flop Paolo Banchero was recently compared to a Detroit Pistons player who also couldn't shoot.

OCTOBER 29 • PISTONPOWERED.COM

NBA Analyst raises "Red Flag Over Paolo Banchero," compares him to Josh Smith Kirk Goldsberry believes Paolo Banchero’s career is stagnating due to his inability to develop a reliable jump shot.

OCTOBER 29 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Nets 32 points with full line Banchero provided 32 points (10-18 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 11-11 FT), seven rebounds, five assists, three swats and two turnovers across 38 minutes during Monday's 136-124 loss to the 76ers.

Impact Banchero had been struggling in his prior two outings, converting just 30.6 percent of his shot attempts, so it was nice to see him get things back on track Monday. Unfortunately, it was not enough for the Magic, as they dropped their third straight game, and it could be tough for them to turn things around in their next one Wednesday with another tough matchup against the Pistons.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Tyrese Maxey scores 43 points to lead 76ers past Magic 136-124 without Joel Embiid

Tyrese Maxey scored 43 points and rookie VJ Edgecombe added 26 as the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Orlando Magic 136-124

OCTOBER 28 • Associated Press

Bulls beat the cold-shooting Magic 110-98 for a 2-0 start

Josh Giddey had 21 points and eight rebounds, and the Chicago Bulls beat the Orlando Magic 110-98 on Saturday night for a 2-0 start

OCTOBER 26 • Associated Press

Paces Orlando in loss Banchero contributed 24 points (7-21 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 9-11 FT), 10 rebounds, two blocks and one assist across 36 minutes in Saturday's 110-98 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Banchero had a bounce-back performance in the scoring column after posting just 11 points in Friday's loss to Atlanta. However, the star forward struggled with efficiency once again. He's shooting just 34.0 percent from the field and 16.7 percent from three-point range thus far. On a positive note, the 22-year-old was one of two Orlando players with double-digit rebounds Saturday, securing his second double-double in three regular-season games.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in loss Friday Banchero produced 11 points (4-15 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 3-5 FT), six rebounds and one assist in 36 minutes during Friday's 111-107 loss to Atlanta.

Impact Banchero simply couldn't get anything going in the loss, delivering what could end up being one of his worst performances of the season. Sub-par percentages and a lack of defensive production have been an ongoing issue to this point in his career. While he won't be this bad very often, the aforementioned flaws appear to have not subsided just yet.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Trae Young scores 6 points in final 46 seconds to lead Hawks past Magic

Trae Young scored six of his 25 points in the final 46 seconds, leading the Atlanta Hawks to a 111-107 win over the Orlando Magic

OCTOBER 25 • Associated Press

Desmond Bane's honest quote reveals what's missing in Memphis Desmond Bane’s honest admission about playing with Paolo Banchero highlights what the Grizzlies still lack from Jaren Jackson Jr.

OCTOBER 24 • BEALESTREETBEARS.COM

Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner score 24 points each and Orlando beats Miami 125-121

Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner scored 24 points each, Desmond Bane added 23 in his Orlando debut, and the Magic beat the Miami Heat 125-121 in the season opener for both teams

OCTOBER 23 • Associated Press

Double-doubles on Opening Night Banchero finished with 24 points (7-17 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 9-12 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block in 35 minutes during Wednesday's 125-121 win over the Heat.

Impact Banchero ended the night tied for the team lead in scoring with Franz Wagner, doing a good chunk of his damage from the charity stripe. Banchero also paced the Magic on the boards and started the year on a high note by recording a double-double, a feat he accomplished 11 times in 46 regular-season appearances a year ago. Orlando will continue to lean heavily on Banchero's offensive production as the season progresses.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in win Banchero finished with 19 points (6-11 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and two blocks in 30 minutes of Thursday's 132-125 preseason win over New Orleans.

Impact Banchero was rested for Sunday's preseason game against Miami, but coach Jamahl Mosley seemed to treat Thursday's game as a dress rehearsal for most of the night. Banchero has looked sharp in three exhibitions with 13.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 2.0 blocks and 0.7 three-pointers in 22.2 minutes per contest.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Banchero (rest) will be available for Thursday's preseason game against the Pelicans, Cody Taylor of USA Today reports.

Impact Head coach Jamahl Mosley said he will see how the rotation goes tonight, but he confirmed that he's not planning to rest anyone. Through two exhibitions, Banchero is averaging 10.0 points in 18.5 minutes per contest.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Nobody in the Southeast was over .500 last year. All 5 teams expect to be better this season

The Southeast Division has a tough year last season

OCTOBER 14 • Associated Press

Sitting out Sunday Banchero (rest) will not play in Sunday's preseason game against Miami, Cody Taylor of USA Todayreports.

Impact Desmond Bane is also getting the night off for Orlando. Banchero has made two preseason appearances so far with averages of 10.0 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 18.5 minutes per game.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Paolo Banchero shuts down fan asking for extra points in viral preseason moment Preseason basketball isn't supposed to mean much beyond shaking off rust and testing rotations. Teams use these games to regroup after month...

OCTOBER 12 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Drops 13 in blowout win Banchero finished with 13 points (4-12 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one block across 24 minutes during Friday's 128-98 preseason win over the 76ers.

Impact Banchero had a rough shooting night, going 25 percent from the field. However, he was one of only five players on his squad to score in double digits, following Wendell Carter's lead, who dropped a game-high 20 points in the 30-point blowout.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Magic have high expectations after upgrading strong roster with addition of Desmond Bane

There’s a new vibe and plenty of buzz surrounding the Orlando Magic after a splashy offseason

SEPTEMBER 29 • Associated Press

Paolo Banchero makes a major statement about the Magic's aspirations The Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero commented on what the team hoped to achieve in the NBA season.

SEPTEMBER 28 • BOLAVIP.COM

Paolo Banchero reveals instant reaction when Magic acquired Desmond Bane The Orlando Magic had one of the best summers in the East this offseason. It was headlined by the Magic making a seismic trade to acquire st...

SEPTEMBER 27 • SI.COM

Cameron Boozer gets advice from Paolo Banchero on NBA transition Duke opens the 2025-26 season with major expectations as Cameron Boozer arrives in Durham ready to lead. The 6-9 forward, compared to Paolo...

SEPTEMBER 5 • 247SPORTS.COM