Paolo Banchero Faces Extended Absence With Ankle Sprain

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero suffered a low-grade high right ankle sprain in the third quarter of a loss to the Timberwolves. An MRI confirmed the injury, which is expected to sideline Banchero for a few weeks without an exact return timeline. His absence opens up key starting and rotational opportunities for teammate Tristan da Silva while Orlando manages early-season health concerns.