Paolo Banchero led the Orlando Magic with five assists in their game against the Denver Nuggets on Sunday. He also contributed 10 points and seven rebounds in his 29 minutes on the court. Despite his efforts, the Magic lost to the Nuggets, 113-100.
What It Means
Banchero’s five assists marked a standout performance as he exceeded his projection by five assists and led his team in this category. This season, he is averaging 4.8 assists per game, placing him within the top five at his position in nine out of ten games for assists. Although he has missed many games this season, when Banchero plays, he significantly impacts the team’s performance, with Orlando averaging slightly more points per game when he’s on the court.
