Paolo Banchero led the Orlando Magic in assists during their game against the Boston Celtics on January 17, 2025. He scored 21 points, going 8-of-20 from the field, and added four rebounds and four assists in his 29 minutes on the court. Despite his efforts, the Magic lost to the Celtics with a score of 121-94.
What It Means
Banchero’s performance marked a milestone as he exceeded his projection by scoring an additional 21 points. This game was part of a stretch where he has been consistently contributing, averaging 27.6 points per game this season. He ranks within the top five at his position for points in seven out of nine games played this year. Additionally, Banchero has been effective in distributing the ball, finishing in the top five among power forwards for assists in eight of nine games this season.
