Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams (44) defends Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images David Banks-Imagn Images

Paolo Banchero's Injury Status for Bulls vs Magic

Originally posted on Chicago Bulls on SI
By Farbod Esnaashari | Last updated Nov 27, 2024 12:00 PM ET

After earning a solid win against the Washington Wizards on Tuesday night, the Chicago Bulls are right back at it against the defensive-minded Orlando Magic. Fortunately for the Bulls, Orlando still remains somewhat shorthanded.

Despite being shorthanded, the Orlando Magic have remained one of the best teams in the NBA. The team has won 9 out of its last 10 games, only losing once since November 8 - against the LA Clippers. The team is currently on a three-game winning streak and will pose a legitimate challenge to the Bulls.

The Orlando Magic have officially listed Paolo Banchero as out against the Bulls due to a torn right oblique. Banchero has been out indefinitely and hopes to come back before Christmas. The All-Star has been out since November 30 in a game surprisingly against the Chicago Bulls.

"The way I feel and I've been feeling, I think I can get back before Christmas."@Pp_doesit on when he hopes to be back pic.twitter.com/DsRpTwgY5L
— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) November 18, 2024

Through five games this season, Banchero was averaging 29.0 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 5.6 assists on 49.5/34.4/64.4 shooting from the field. Even though it's early, Banchero was looking like a candidate to be one of the best players in the Eastern Conference. It's only the third season of his NBA career, but Banchero's jump was looking like one of legitimate superstardom. Hopefully, the Magic could have him back before Christmas, but they're winning games regardless.

The Chicago Bulls and Orlando Magic face off at 7:00 p.m. EST tonight

This article first appeared on Chicago Bulls on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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