Paolo Banchero injury update: Magic star exits game vs. Knicks

The Orlando Magic are playing a big game on Wednesday night.

A national audience is watching on ESPN as the Magic take on the New York Knicks.

The Magic got off to a strong start in the game, but then they got a bad break.

Paolo Banchero left the game. The powerful forward superstar is injured.

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Paolo Banchero injury update

Banchero left the game against the Knicks in the first half.

The Magic have announced that Banchero has a left groin strain. He's questionable to return.

The Magic are certainly hoping this isn't a big deal. 

A season ago, Banchero missed a lot of the campaign with an oblique injury.

Banchero entered the Knicks game averaging 23.3 points, 9.1 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game.

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