Paolo Banchero, Orlando Magic

Magic find way to win without Paolo Banchero but hard work doesn’t stop
The Magic were far from perfect vs. the Pelicans, but the result was needed for a young team that’s still adjusting without its star in Paolo Banchero.
How Paolo Banchero is still helping Magic despite lengthy injury absence
Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley discusses Paolo Banchero’s impact from the sidelines during his injury absence.
Orlando’s Paolo Banchero won’t play for a few weeks. The Magic see it as an opportunity for everyone
Paolo Banchero knew something was wrong. He was surprised to learn the extent. The Orlando Magic All-Star will miss the next several weeks with a torn right abdominal muscle, an injury that happened in his team’s loss to Chicago on Wednesday night.
Magic star Paolo Banchero out indefinitely with torn right oblique
Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero has a torn right oblique, the team said Thursday night after he had further testing in Cleveland. President of Basketball Operations Jeff Weltman said Banchero will be out indefinitely and be re-evaluated in four-to-six weeks. Paolo Banchero has been diagnosed with a torn right oblique.
Franz Wagner’s aggressive play paces Magic in win against Pelicans amid Paolo Banchero’s absence
The Orlando Magic snapped a five-game losing streak with a resounding 115-88 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, led by a standout performance from Franz Wagner. Returning home after a winless road trip,
Paolo Banchero ties Magic record with a 37-point first half. He finishes with a career-high 50
Paolo Banchero tied the Orlando Magic record for points in a half on Monday night, scoring 37 in the first two quarters against the Indiana Pacers.
Magic's Franz Wagner: Goes for 27 points in win Friday
Wagner notched 27 points (9-18 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 7-8 FT), five rebounds, six assists and two steals in 32 minutes during Friday's 115-88 win over New Orleans. Wagner has been tasked with handling a bigger role on offense due to the absence of Paolo Banchero (oblique),
What Magic need from former No. 6 pick with Paolo Banchero out
The Orlando Magic’s recent struggles have underscored the impact of Paolo Banchero’s absence, with the team dropping four consecutive games without the forward on the court. Banchero, who has been sidelined for the last four contests due to an injury,
Magic lean on Jalen Suggs and Franz Wagner without Paolo Banchero
Jonathan Isaac has gone through a lot both on a personal and team-wide level during his seven years in Orlando. He’s witnessed firsthand the ebb and flow of life in the NBA. It’s part of the reason why the Magic forward isn’t concerned about the direction of the team following a winless 5-game trip and the loss of star forward Paolo Banchero (torn right abdominal muscle) for an indefinite
Franz Wagner's Growth into Magic's Top Option Is Crucial without Banchero
Franz Wagner has stepped into the Orlando Magic's No. 1 role with leading scorer Paolo Banchero sidelined by injury. For the team to stay afloat, expect to see more of Wagner challenging defenses as a scorer and passer.
Paolo Banchero on injury: I'm alright, just upset a little bit
I’m alright. I’m obviously upset a little bit, but injuries [are] a part of it,” #Magic’s Paolo Banchero (torn right oblique) ...
Magic’s Paolo Banchero sidelined indefinitely with oblique tear: How does Orlando adjust
All-Star forward Paolo Banchero, one of the NBA ’s rising stars, has suffered a torn right oblique muscle and will miss an ...
Paolo Banchero's latest offensive feat sets up historic scoring season
Paolo Banchero's 31-point game against the Bulls continues his record-setting season as the Magic look ahead to facing the ...
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NBA Elite React to Paolo Banchero's 50-Point Night For Orlando Magic
Paolo Bachero was the first overall pick of the Orlando Magic in 2022, and for good reason., They felt like he could be a ...
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"If Ben Simmons and Michael Beasly had a baby" - Kendrick Perkins praises Paolo Banchero with an interesting comparison
Kendrick Perkins offered a unique perspective on Paolo Banchero’s game, comparing the young Magic star to a hybrid of prime ...
Magic get key frontcourt addition amid Paolo Banchero, Wendell Carter Jr. injury concerns
The Magic list Wendell Carter Jr. as out for the Thunder matchup but gain a key addition, while Paolo Banchero remains ...
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NBA Power Rankings: Thunder, Cavaliers last undefeated teams; Magic lose Paolo Banchero
Meanwhile, the Orlando Magic suffered a major loss. Fresh off his career game, Paolo Banchero will miss significant time with ...