As part of Team USA this summer, Paolo Banchero occupies a role, unusual for him, of pivot. Position 4 of training, the young talent of the Orlando Magic can evolve in this position in FIBA basketball. And besides, the 20-year-old prodigy left a good impression against New Zealand (99-72) on Saturday at the 2023 World Cup.
While his team had made a sluggish start with difficulties inside, he brought excellent dynamics. Author of 21 points (also with 4 rebounds), Banchero pulled out of the game.
“Being at the World Cup, my role is my role. I have to accept it. I just want to give the maximum of my abilities. JJ (Jaren Jackson Jr), he’s a great player. I must be able to take over when he leaves the game”, summarized Paolo Banchero faces the press.
After some debate this summer around his choice to plant Italy for Team USA, Paolo Banchero has found his place in the collective set up by Steve Kerr. Of course, he will have to confirm against tougher opponents.
But in this role off the bench, he can embody a precious weapon.
Paolo Banchero put it upside down at the Italian Fed
2023-08-27 09:27:00
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