Paolo Banchero Out Indefinitely for Magic with Torn Oblique
Paolo Banchero, the Orlando Magic’s power forward, is dealing with a torn right oblique. He will not be playing for the team and currently has no timetable set for his return. This injury started on October 31, 2024, and he is still out of action.
What It Means
Banchero’s absence is a big hit to the Magic. He has been putting up impressive numbers this season, averaging 29 points per game along with 8.8 rebounds and 5.6 assists. His shooting percentage stands at 49.5%, and he’s making over two three-pointers per game.
The team will need to rely more on Jonathan Isaac in Banchero’s position. Isaac averages just under six points per game with limited minutes compared to Banchero’s significant court time of over 36 minutes per game. The Magic will miss Banchero’s scoring and playmaking abilities as they adjust their lineup without him.
