Orlando Magic rookie Paolo Banchero and center Bol Bol have further progressed the NBA game this season with illogical talents at their size, garnering praise.
Orlando Magic stars Paolo Banchero and Bol Bol have given new definition to what players at their size can do, flaunting versatile play on both ends of the floor. They've shined in Orlando in a season that has seen encouraging growth from their young nucleus, and have caught the attention of the NBA media.
The Ringer ranked Banchero No. 20 and Bol No. 24 on their NBA League Pass Value Player Rankings based on nightly entertainment value, and said this about the former:
Banchero is on pace to join elite company as he's averaging 20.0 points per game as a rookie. He can score from any area on the court and fills the lane in Orlando's fast break. His gifted offensive arsenal puts fans in seats on a nightly basis.
Bol has been demoted to a reserve role over his last 35 games played, but has continued to be a unicorn for coach Jamahl Mosley. At 7-2, the University of Oregon product can bring the ball up the floor and use his handles to get to his spots.
With a 7-8 wingspan, Bol utilizes a low crossover to position him for threes and midrange jump-shots that cannot be contested. Nimble with his footwork, he does what only a handful of players at his size have ever done on the highest stage, and looks to be an integral part of the Magic franchise along with Banchero moving forward.
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