Paolo Banchero Questionable for Friday Return from Groin Injury

Paolo Banchero (groin) is questionable for Friday's game against the Heat, per Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel. Banchero has been sidelined since November 12 and was recently limited to non-contact work, but he appears close to returning. If cleared, the Orlando Magic forward is expected to face heavy restrictions. In his first 11 games this season, he averaged 23.3 points, 9.1 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and 1.6 stocks in 34.7 minutes.