- Matchup: Orlando Magic vs. Detroit Pistons
- Points Proposition: 21 – Over (-125) Under (-105)
- Rebounds Proposition: 8 – Over (-120) Under (-110)
- Assists Proposition: 4 – Over (-115) Under (-111)
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The Kia Center will host the showdown between Paolo Banchero and the Orlando Magic against the Detroit Pistons on Friday, May 1, 2026. For those interested in betting on Banchero’s performance, the starting lines are set at 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists.
Season Statistics for Paolo Banchero
Banchero has clocked in 2,502 minutes on the court this season, accumulating 1,599 points. On defense, he averages 0.7 steals and 0.6 blocks per game. Through 72 games, he boasts impressive averages of 22.2 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per game. His total assists to date stand at 373, while he has secured 604 rebounds (including 85 offensive and 519 defensive rebounds). His free throw percentage is 77.5%, and he maintains an effective field goal percentage of 49.6%. His shooting efficiency includes a field goal percentage of 45.9% and a three-point shooting rate of 30.5%.

Paolo Banchero’s Career Overview
Throughout his career, Banchero has achieved a field goal percentage of 44.9% and a 31.7% success rate on three-point shots. He has played a total of 9,313 minutes, registering 218 steals and 154 blocks during that time. His defensive career averages are 0.8 steals and 0.6 blocks per game. He has scored a total of 6,031 points, assisted 1,292 times, and secured 2,000 rebounds throughout his career. On the offensive front, Banchero averages 22.3 points, 4.8 assists, and 1.4 three-point shots per game. He grabs an average of 7.4 rebounds per game, breaking down to 1.1 offensive and 6.3 defensive rebounds, while boasting a free throw percentage of 74.3% in his NBA history.
Paolo Banchero’s Recent Performance (Last 5 Games)
| Opponent | Minutes | Points | Assists | Rebounds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Pistons | 41 | 45 | 7 | 9 |
| Detroit Pistons | 40 | 18 | 4 | 8 |
| Detroit Pistons | 38 | 25 | 9 | 12 |
| Detroit Pistons | 34 | 18 | 8 | 6 |
| Detroit Pistons | 37 | 23 | 4 | 9 |
Defensive Overview of the Detroit Pistons
The Pistons allow 34.5% shooting from three-point range and rank third in the NBA for opponents’ points per game, averaging 109.6. Their defensive performance includes an opponent shooting percentage of 44.3% (6,988 out of 3,096 attempts), and they average 40.5 rebounds allowed per game. On defense, Detroit forces about 16.9 turnovers per contest and draws 21.3 personal fouls. They currently lead the league in assists surrendered, with 1,925 given up this season.
Orlando Magic’s Recent Performance (Last 5 Games)
In their last five games, the Magic have averaged 85.2 points and secured 35.5 total rebounds per game. Banchero has contributed to 25.2% of the team’s scoring and secured 20.7% of their total rebounds. He is responsible for 31.1% of the assists during this stretch, averaging 5.3 assists per outing. Their three-point shooting stands at 28.4%, while they have a 2-point shooting rate of 37.1%. Overall, Orlando has shot 33.7% from the field, hitting 29.0 shots out of 71.8 attempts, and their free throw performance has been at 24.1% over the past five games.
Paolo Banchero’s Performance in the Last 10 Games
Banchero has averaged 36.0 minutes per game in his last 10 outings, making 7.8 field goals on 17.1 attempts and maintaining a 46.7% shooting rate. He is scoring an average of 24.0 points per game while distributing 6.5 assists and committing 3.7 turnovers. His true shooting percentage is 56.7% and his free throw rate stands at 68.4% during this span. Over the last 10 games, he has recorded 5 blocks, accumulated 92 rebounds, and scored 240 points. He has also recorded 65 assists and 16 steals along with 78 field goals. On average, Banchero has achieved 9.2 total rebounds per game and committed 2.0 personal fouls, with 7.1 attempts from the charity stripe.
Prediction: Bet on the Over for Points (-125)
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