Leads Magic to Play-In Rout with Game-High 25 Points

Paolo Banchero dominated Friday's 121-90 Play-In victory over the Charlotte Hornets, registering a game-high 25 points on 9-of-17 shooting. Over 33 minutes, he added five rebounds, six assists, two steals, and one block. Banchero’s performance helped Orlando build a massive 35-point first-half lead, securing a record-setting 31-point rout. With the win, the Magic officially advance to the first round of the playoffs, where they are scheduled to face off against the Detroit Pistons.