Paolo Banchero opened the 2024-25 NBA season with a dominant performance, leading the Orlando Magic to a 116-97 win over the Miami Heat on Wednesday night. Banchero recorded 33 points and 11 rebounds, helping Orlando cruise to a decisive victory in the season opener for both teams.
The Magic were in control throughout, leading by as many as 32 points in the second half. Banchero, the 2023 NBA Rookie of the Year, set the tone early, shooting 12-for-24 from the field and 5-for-6 from the free-throw line.
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