Paolo Banchero is expected to return to the Orlando Magic lineup Friday vs. Bucks after recovering from a torn oblique.
Magic star Paolo Banchero is expected to make his return in one of Orlando's upcoming back-to-back home games, either on Thursday against Minnesota or Friday against Milwaukee, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.
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Philadelphia 76ersPer Chris Haynes, Banchero will make his return Friday against the Bucks after being sidelined for over two months.
Banchero has been sidelined since October 30 due to a torn oblique but had a stellar start to the season before his injury.
The Magic plan to upgrade him to questionable on the injury report, with a likely return on Friday.
Currently, Orlando sits in fourth place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 22-16, although they are already dealing with injuries to the Wagner brothers.
Recently, Banchero provided a significant update on his recovery via social media, stating, "The wait is almost over," in a recent Instagram post.
Before his injury, Banchero was averaging an impressive 29.0 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 5.6 assists per game.
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