Paolo Banchero News: Leads team with 21/12 double-double

Banchero closed Monday's 120-97 loss to the Warriors with 21 points (7-19 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 12 rebounds and seven assists across 34 minutes.

Banchero's work off the glass helped offset a mediocre shooting night, finishing tied with Quinten Post for a game-high 12 rebounds. Banchero's numbers rose quickly after his 10-game absence, but his production has plateaued over the last three games, averaging 23.3 points, 12.3 rebounds and 8.7 assists over the span. With Franz Wagner (ankle) out for at least a few more weeks, Banchero will need to carry Orlando's offense.