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Magic star Paolo Banchero (illness) out vs. Nets
David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Magic star Paolo Banchero (illness) out vs. Nets

Originally posted on Field Level Media  |  Last updated 2/27/24

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero has been ruled out of Tuesday's game against the visiting Brooklyn Nets due to an illness.

Banchero, 21, boasts team-leading averages in points (22.7), rebounds (6.8) and assists (5.2) in 57 games (all starts) this season.

The reigning NBA Rookie of the Year, Banchero is contributing 21.2 points, 6.9 boards and 4.4 assists in 129 career games (all starts) since being selected by Orlando with the top overall pick of the 2022 draft.

This article first appeared on Field Level Media and was syndicated with permission.

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