Charles Barkley makes a prediction about Orlando Magic's star (Image Source: Imagn)
Former NBA star Charles Barkley is a big fan of the Orlando Magic, who are 17-11 in the 2024-25 season. However, Barkley is a fan of one Magic player in particular: Paolo Banchero. On Thursday, the "Inside the NBA" host even made a bold prediction about Banchero.
Banchero is in his third season in the NBA but has been limited to five games due to a torn right abdominal muscle. During his brief time on the court, he has averaged 29.0 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 5.6 assists.
With how he's played this season, Barkley believes the one-time All-Star will become one of the best players in the league by the end of the season.
“I really want to see this team healthy,” Barkley said. “Shaq loves the Wagner boys, which they are terrific. But Paulo Banchero, to me, by the end of the season, he's going to be a top 10 NBA player. He's already been an All-Star, he was on fire when the season started, but I would love to see this team healthy.”
