Paolo Banchero's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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Paolo Banchero

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Paolo Banchero.

Paolo Banchero is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Orlando Magic in the NBA. He played college basketball at Duke University where he was named ACC Rookie of the Year in 2022. He declared for the 2022 NBA draft after one season and was selected first overall by Orlando. In 2023, Banchero was named the NBA Rookie of the Year, solidifying his early impact in the league.

November 29, 2021: Named ACC freshman of the week

On November 29, 2021, Banchero was named ACC freshman of the week for the second time.

2021: Top recruit in the 2021 class

In 2021, Banchero was a consensus five-star recruit and one of the top players in his class.

January 17, 2022: Named ACC freshman of the week

On January 17, 2022, Banchero earned ACC freshman of the week honors.

March 15, 2022: Named a third-team All-American

On March 15, 2022, Banchero was named a third-team All-American.

July 29, 2022: Charges Dropped

On July 29, 2022, the charges against Banchero were dropped after Savarino pled guilty to DUI.

2022: Named ACC Rookie of the Year

In 2022, Banchero was named the Rookie of the Year of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC).

2023: Named NBA Rookie of the Year

In 2023, Banchero was named the NBA Rookie of the Year.

January 3, 2024: Career-high 43 points against Sacramento Kings

On January 3, 2024, Banchero scored a then career-high 43 points in a 138–135 double-overtime loss against the Sacramento Kings.

February 1, 2024: Named to first All-Star Game

On February 1, 2024, Banchero was named to his first career All-Star Game as an Eastern Conference reserve.