Paolo Banchero returns to Magic lineup

Even in loss to Bucks, Paolo Banchero shows what’s possible for injury-riddled Magic
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 returns to Magic lineup after missing 34 games with torn oblique, scores 34 in loss
Paolo Banchero is not a patient person. The Orlando Magic forward acknowledges that he’s been frustrated for much of the last 2 1/2 months while recovering from a torn oblique muscle, one that kept him out of the lineup for 34 games.
Paolo Banchero’s dazzling return gives the Magic hope
The Magic's franchise player thrived in his return from an oblique injury, though it wasn't enough for the win.
Paolo Banchero’s return to Magic is imminent but challenges lie ahead
It might take a while for chemistry to regenerate with Orlando’s All-Star forward, but the team is 19-14 without him entering Thursday.
Paolo Banchero’s return comes at crucial time for Magic
Having Banchero back in the mix gives the Magic offense a whole new set of weapons. And if he’s able to return to the form he evidenced in the early stages of the 2024-25 campaign, then he should be able to keep the Magic as one of the best teams in the East as the regular season rapidly approaches its mid-point.
Paolo Banchero injury update: Magic star to return from torn oblique Friday vs. Bucks, per report
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.
How Paolo Banchero's injury return shapes Magic's trade deadline plans
Paolo Banchero’s return from injury can influence the Orlando Magic’s trade deadline plans, potentially impacting key roster decisions.
Paolo Banchero ruled out for Magic's game vs. Timberwolves
Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero will not play in Thursday’s game against Timberwolves after being listed as questionable earlier in the day, a potential sign of his return to the lineup for the first time since Oct. 30.
Paolo Banchero a Full Participant in Magic's Wednesday Practice as Return Nears
Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero has been out since the end of October due to a torn right oblique. After being a full participant in Wednesday's practice, a league source tells Magic on SI he's expected to be upgraded to questionable ahead of the Magic's home-back-to-back this Thursday and Friday.
Magic’s Paolo Banchero to make highly-anticipated return Friday vs. Bucks
Paolo Banchero suffered a torn right abdominal muscle, the Magic were fourth in the East. It was still early in the season and Jamahl Mosley‘s squad had played just five games. But 72 days and 35 games later?
Magic's Paolo Banchero Lived Up to the Moment in Return from Injury
Magic on SI put the spotlight on Orlando's rising star in his first game back in action. Here's how his huge evening played out by the minute.
With Paolo Banchero back, Magic try to knock off 76ers
Paolo Banchero's return couldn't have come at a better time for the Orlando Magic, who have lost 11 of their last 18 games after a torrid stretch in November.