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. Originally, he was questionable to return. But as the second half got underway, Orlando announced Banchero was out for the remainder of the game.
The Magic will certainly be hoping this isn't a big deal going forward.
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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