Paolo Banchero showcased his prowess with a standout performance, leading the Orlando Magic to a thrilling 114-108 comeback victory over the Atlanta Hawks. Despite trailing by 19 points early on, Banchero's 36 points, accompanied by 10 rebounds and five assists, fueled the Magic's resurgence. His remarkable stat line adds to his growing reputation, now boasting 47 games with at least 20 points, five rebounds, and five assists before turning 23 — a feat surpassed only by LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Supporting Banchero, Franz Wagner contributed 25 points, while Cole Anthony added 17, underscoring the Magic's balanced offensive effort. On the opposing side, Trae Young was formidable with 38 points for the Hawks, aided by rookie Zaccharie Risacher's impressive double-double of 11 points and 12 rebounds.