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.

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.

After a 34-game absence because of a torn right oblique and reconditioning in preparation for a return, Banchero is available to return Friday.

Paolo Banchero missed 34 games ... but the Magic fell to the Milwaukee Bucks 109-106. “I didn't see that one coming, I can tell you that,” Magic coach Jamahl Mosley said.

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.

Magic All-Star Paolo Banchero hinted at his return on social media ahead of Friday’s game vs. Bucks at Kia Center. “To stay where they are, given what they’ve had to endure, is

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.

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero is set to return tonight after an oblique injury, boosting the team as they face the Bucks. Despite key player absences, including Mo and Franz Wagner, the Magic have stayed competitive.

The Magic's franchise player thrived in his return from an oblique injury, though it wasn't enough for the win.

Paolo Banchero returned to the Orlando Magic lineup on Friday night after missing 34 games with a torn right oblique. The third-year forward led the Magic with 34 points, seven rebounds, three assists and three steals in a loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. He scored 12 of Orlando's final 14 points as a rally fell just short.

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) reacts after making shot against the Milwaukee Bucks during the ...

sometimes.” Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) looks to pass the ball as Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game ...