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Paolo Banchero · Some time before a 56-point downpour from the Golden State Warriors’ “Splash Brother” rained on the Orlando Magic’s parade, Paolo Banchero was busy, taking the honors of delivering thunderous attacks solely for himself. Motivated, and beginning to return to his pre-injury form, Banchero runs through the steps of a pick-and-roll with perfect execution before finding himself with a free runway to the rim, and only Kevon Looney among reasonable threats. Guaranteed to bring something powerful, Banchero plows ahead, putting Golden State’s de facto center on a poster with a one-handed throwdown. The Warriors’ starpower helped catapult them to a come-from-behind victory on February 27, 2025, but Banchero assertively ensured himself a spot among the absolute must-sees. The night included 41 points (on 16-of-27) shooting — giving him the third-most 40-point games in Magic history in just three seasons time — six rebounds, five assists, and two steals in 36 thrilling minutes. · State of Mint