Paolo Banchero Doesn't Play Like a Rookie... 

Small note: At 3:43, that's actually Mamadi Diakite guarding Paolo, not Evan Mobley.

That one play in the 4th against the pistons he got the board and went coast to coast without a thought was such a vet move

Paolo is what Orlando thought they were getting when they drafted Aaron Gordon

He just had maybe his best game yet tonight. 29 pts on 52% shooting and 3-5 from three.

He’s really fast and agile for his size, which is surprising. When I saw him move I thought he was a guard.

I like whats happening to his career now cause he is not being overhype cause everyone is overhyping that kid victor so now he can focus on his game and improve on what ever he needs to he gonna be an all time great for sure

I hope he keeps getting better. And that Orlando gets good players for once

This guy reminded me of young Lebron. Basically went to the NBA playing like a Vet while being a rookie. I hope he stays healthy because I see a lot of potential from this amazing player.

Paolo is DIFFERENT! 🔥

He's got great poise, instinct, work ethic and basketball IQ- can't wait to see him develop into a super star.

Paolo is a Superstar in the making💯

That opening music is so cool! I love your videos man!

His ability to draw the foul and get to the line is awesome...once he gets his fg% percentage up it's a wrap

Great video. Thanks Alex!!!

Bro great analysis!

Paolo has mvp ceiling man, physical specimen whos already drawing alot of Fouls and has an amazing jumper who seems real. The most important Part is his passing ngl its so advanced already and great passing is so Important for superstars

loving this video brother, just subscribed and will be watching more content !!!!

Great vid,subbed

I’m a simple man, I see an AlexHoops video and I click it.

Fire vid. Paolo gonna be a great

Great analysis and perfect English, it was a pleasure to listen

this dude is the real deal... A true 90's player... His legs are impressive, both in strength and footwork... if he works on his explosiveness (which is very doable and common) he will be un-guardable... exceptional court-vision and rhythm for a big-man his age... He is what people thought Blake Griffin, Jabari Parker and Michael Beasley would become, yet he is already better than those guys ever were... Orlando got it right... He and Shaedon Sharpe will be super-stars...

Alex I can listen to you talking all day. Easy!

He such a good bet on prize picks every game until they raise his line

Please do a vid on Benedict matherin bros been a beast so far

i’d love to see how paolo attacks similar situations AFTER the threat of drawing conract is established - something that you could watch as other young players start to embrace physicality and draw fouls

I love this boys game as soon as I seen what he could do in summer league I was sold

he’s got what it takes to be the greatest, I mean he’s built like a center and moves like a guard. He even got elite pace and speed at 6’10ft so he’s burning guards in transition scoring

It’s his iq and understanding of the game and his role that makes him so good

Magic: best 0-4 team ever! Wait until their team chemistry kicks in this year. A lot of talent on this team

I watched the magic In person when they played the hornets and he runs the whole offense very well. Overall he is a great player and hopefully he can achieve great things in his career.

They got their first win in the regular season yesterday! 🥳 Life is tough as a magic fan, okay? I take what I can get.

He's not a rookie. He's secretly a vet.

Let's go Magic

This guy smooth as hell, didn’t really even hear about him much. Dude up there with the top prospects

Definitely getting his Top Shot Debut

It's not a surprise. Been playing with vets and NBA players since he was in high school

He has the best handle for anyone his size ever. Never gets hurried.

the biggest problem Orlando is going to face is trying to keep Paolo around right now we are 0-4 on lost and I know for sure he not gonna wanna stay on a losing team Paolo need players around him who can shoot the three at a high percentage to open up the driving lane because Paolo draws alot of defense attention the way we are right now we don't have a efficient three point shooter or any of our play makers such as Gary Harris and markelle

He will be a beast..🦾

AND HE WILL PLAY FOR US IN THE NEXT WORLD CUP🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹

Paolo definitely has great basketball IQ for being a rookie, he’s definitely gonna be a great player for the NBA.

ROOKIE, MVP in the making, thats Banchero!

He got hella game but who was really guarding him on those teams, it seems like he just got an upper advantage on his matchup. He definitely talented

him and bolbol rly playing well rn

Another Orlando Superstar (Potential) Bigman. Hopefully he doesn't sign with the Lakers or be stolen by another franchise because that is what always happens. Orlando better step the fuck up.

If u showed me that thumbnail and said this is rajon rando’s son or brother or something, i wouldve believed u 😂😂😂

A guy for almost 7 footer that can move and shoot like a guard. We knew he is a legit!

so far amazing rookie season, although they running alot through him

He gives me kawhi vibes like he he's not showy but gets what needs to be done

Let’s get on GSW 👀

Even tho bennidect mathurin averaged more ppg than Paolo for a day. You got to look at the fact that Paolo is basically a one time prospect. When you look at Paolo who do he look like what does his game look like. You can't think of anyone huh? Think of a player Paolo height and body weight and look at his skill set and play style. He look like LeBron don't he? That's basically Paolo except he is still a raw version. Paolo is a player who knows how to use his weight and height a lot. Paolo wasn't tall growing up. So he developed a guard skill set before he out grew his 6'6 father in highschool. Then translated those skills into his bigman body while also learning how to be a big. Paolo also is leading rookies in blocks at his position of pf. Paolo will be a star one day for sure. Even tho his 3 point percentage is low look at the shots he takes. He is fearless. Stats are stats to him, he is here to evolve and win. Nobody can play like him with his body.

Love his game he’s so smooth. Orlando finally has a number one option. They should trade one of fultz, anthony, or suggs for another stout wing defender (isaac is never healthy lol)

Paolo is looking incredible

He’s absolutely top tier

Cade or Paolo, whos gonna have the better carrier? 🏀🏆

I need the nfl version of u lol

Kinda rare to get two-way rookie... hope Magic can utilize his talent

I'll be honest I really wasn't that impressed with this rookie class going in to the year I didn't think it was going to be anything special but it's looked really good so far. I think it was just that we've been spoiled the last few years between the Luka and Trae class, Zion and Ja class, Ant Man and LaMelo class and this past one with Scottie, Mobley, Cade and Green that this one just didn't have a standout name and the number one pick flip flopped all the way until the last minute. With that all in the past and actually seeing these guys on the court it's clear that this is a better class than expected. Paolo and Mathurin (Pacers you got a STEAL with that one) look amazing scoring like 20 a night as a rookie and they're doing it in ways that aren't forced. It's not like some rookies who've averaged 20 where they shoot 20 FGA to get their 20 they're doing it clean, efficient and in rhythm. Still early but can't wait to see what these guys do.

as an italian I am officially salivating.

This is who Beasley was supposed to be.

I never understood why guys like bill Simmons thought that Paolo was worse than smith or holmgren. Like he’s the most complete player out of those 3. Not shocking he’s been the best so far

Can we have something about Ben mathurin?? I’m a magic fan as well so I’m feeling good rn

He is repping the 206 too

He is a team changer.

He's making great decision. Magic are just missing good shots.

Banchero and Mathurin 💪🏻🏀

i swear to u i thought hes been in the nba league at first but when i looked him up i was like hes gonna be rookie of the year for sure

It's going to be interesting to see how he responds in the playoffs

Ben Math is playing more efficiently so far while scoring the same amount of ppg in 7 less mpg. Mathurin for roy

The Magic have quietly built an amazing front court. Franz, Paolo, and Wendell plus Bol Bol has been a menace off the bench. They’re so close

Who does Paolo remind you guys of? Someone like Chris Webber/Amar'e Stoudemire maybe?

He could become an all time

They have to do right by him and get a GOOD COACH. Someone with credentials and a background known for tapping into and developing talent. The Magic have never been good at developing their talent and it’s always started with the coaches they hire

He is legit!!!!

Pao games is like a geek street playyer

he’s one of the next ones. i hope better than Ja

Yeah he's great

i guarantee the more he develops, the more he's gonna have a play style like lebron james.

It's easier to become a star in the NBA than even college. Props to him for playing great so far! Keep it up young man!

I'm watching these clips and some guys are clearly in the key for more than 3 seconds! how are they not getting penalties???

This guy is different. Not sure who he compares to

How is his defense?

Not only he is good, he understand the game

Any rookie that takes over a team as the main man only proves the kid has the x factor.

I see shades of Siakam

If he will be in good health , iam sure that after 4 season in age 23 wilk he super star… ps. I like his chill during game

Fan of paolo but is it just me or does it look like he Carrys a lot

Higher ceiling, Banchero or Ant

I expect everyone here to pay their respects to Lord Paolo. The old king is dead. Hale King Banchero!!

You’re over hyping him. He could finished McGee off with that behind the back dribble, but took like 4 more dribbles just to get a layup. A lot of his scoring could be significantly more efficient with less wasted motion trying to showcase his skill set. He needs to work on his fundamentals and footwork more, before he does all these fancy moves. Right now, he’s playing off pure talent.

Banchero is what should Ben Simmons should be after all his years in NBA

He is smooth and big.. he looks slow but he’s not.

he is a total stud. clear cut #1. he is better than victor who is hype cuz of hight. paolo is 6-10 / 260 with guard skills. his game is like paul goerge but he weights 40 pounds more. he can legit be the next Giannis if he wants to.

Magic building something nice

He play like a 7 years pro

My only concern is Paolo shot selection

His Freethrows is his best asset. When he learns to play more he will average 30

Orlando Magic needs to get good veterans to mentor their young talent and build winning culture.

And so is Keegan Murray