Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero (oblique) will make his return Friday against the Milwaukee Bucks after being sidelined for over two months. #haynesbriefsSource: Twitter
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo had high praise for Paolo Banchero and the Magic after Friday’s game at Kia Center. “Orlando is a dangerous team,” the two-time NBA MVP said.
Paolo Banchero made his highly anticipated return on Friday against the Milwaukee Bucks with a special Undertaker-themed entrance video. The 22-year-old was put on the sidelines because of an oblique injury.
Following a 34-game absence due to a torn right abdominal muscle, Paolo Banchero returned to the Kia Center court Friday against the Bucks.
Paolo Banchero missed 34 games ... but the Magic fell to the Milwaukee Bucks 109-106. “I didn't see that one coming, I can tell you that,” Magic coach Jamahl Mosley said.
After a 34-game absence because of a torn right oblique and reconditioning in preparation for a return, Banchero is available to return Friday.
Banchero has missed the Magic's last 33 games, and he will reportedly miss a 34th on when they host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday. On the official injury report, he is still listed as "questionable" for that game, as of Thursday afternoon.
Magic star Paolo Banchero is expected to return to action in one of Orlando’s back-to-back home games Thursday versus Minnesota or Friday versus Milwaukee, sources tell ESPN. Banchero has been out since Oct. 30 due to a torn oblique after a monster start to the season. pic.twitter.com/f1qVhtJo4G
Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero is set to return tonight after an oblique injury, boosting the team as they face the Bucks. Despite key player absences, including Mo and Franz Wagner, the Magic have stayed competitive.
Orlando Magic star forward Paolo Banchero is expected to be available for Friday's home game against the Milwaukee Bucks. The All-Star
Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) reacts after making shot against the Milwaukee Bucks during the ...
Paolo Banchero couldn’t pinpoint an exact reason for the lack of energy at Milwaukee but said Orlando has to “shake it off” to rebound.