Torn between the UNITED STATES and Italy, Paolo Banchero finally opted for Team USAwhich he will represent this summer at the world Cup (August 25 – September 10).
Three weeks before the start of the competition, the American players have just gathered in Las Vegas and this is an opportunity for the inside of the Magic to discover an environment different from the one he is used to in Florida. All while being seen differently by his usual opponents.
” He’s so slick and raw, but in a good way… », judge Already Steve Kerr, his coach, concerning him. ” He is really open to the idea of being coached and he can play in several positions. He’s a very intriguing young player and he’s a great guy. »
Even if he seems to have immediately conquered the Warriors coach, Paolo Banchero should not be able to claim a place in the five major of Team USA, since the American racket should logically be composed of Brandon Ingram and Jaren Jackson Jr.
Shine to score points for the future
The qualities and physique of the Rookie of the Year 2023 should however prove invaluable for his selection off the bench, as his game is set to translate well into FIBA basketball. Despite a role that will obviously be quite different from Orlandoover the next few weeks.
” With Orlando, I am the leader of attack, in a way the major player of the team “, Details the 20-year-old strong winger, with The Athletic. ” Here, I am able to do other things, whether it is to have influence in defense, on the rebound, with my passes or whatever. I think I can show the other aspects of my game. Whatever the team needs, I will make sure to show it. »
The more Paolo Banchero will show himself to his advantage, the more he will especially strengthen his candidacy with Grant Hill for the years to come, when the competition is generally tough in the American workforce and, especially when it comes to competing in the Olympic Games…
” He has an incredible talent, he is a young man who can be with us for several cycles [internationaux]. […] With a big picture view, it has a chance to play a vital role for us as we continue to evolve. “, thus admits the boss of Team USA, in particular with reference to the Paris Olympics (2024) then Los Angeles (2028)…
| Paolo Banchero | Percentage | Bounces | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Crew | GM | Minimum | Shots | 3 points | LF | Off | Def | Early | pd | party | Int | bp | CT | Points |
| 2022-23 | ENT | 72 | 34 | 42.7 | 29.8 | 73.8 | 1.2 | 5.7 | 6.9 | 3.7 | 2.2 | 0.8 | 2.8 | 0.5 | 20.0 |
| Total | 72 | 34 | 42.7 | 29.8 | 73.8 | 1.2 | 5.7 | 6.9 | 3.7 | 2.2 | 0.8 | 2.8 | 0.5 | 20.0 | |
How to read the stats? MJ = matches played; Min = Minutes; Shots = Shots made / Shots attempted; 3pts = 3-points / 3-points attempted; LF = free throws made / free throws attempted; Off = offensive rebound; Def= defensive rebound; Tot = Total bounces; Pd = assists; Fte: Personal fouls; Int = Intercepts; Bp = Lost bullets; Ct: Counters; Points = Points.
