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 34-point return vs. Bucks stuns Jamahl Mosley
Paolo Banchero’s standout return vs. the Bucks earns praise from Jamahl Mosley as the Magic fight to regain momentum.
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 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.
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.
Beede’s Breakdown: How Bucks outlasted host Magic in Paolo Banchero’s return
After the Magic fell to the Timberwolves by 15 points on Thursday night, Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley said his team “didn’t have the energy needed” to win against Minnesota. There might not have been anything better to give Orlando a much-needed boost of energy Friday night vs.
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.
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.
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.
Bucks hold off Magic in Paolo Banchero's return
Giannis Antetokounmpo had 41 points and 14 rebounds, helping lead the visiting Milwaukee Bucks to a 109-106 win over the Orlando Magic on Friday.
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Magic Eager to Enter 'Transition Period' with Paolo Banchero's Reintegration
In theory, Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero is nearly everything they've been missing for two months. In practice, the ...