Paolo Banchero let his words fly during Orlando Magic's 121-113 win over the Detroit Pistons after finishing a tough bucket over Isaiah Stewart.
The Magic travel to Miami for a Monday matchup that could determine the regular-season series between the in-state foes.
Orlando Magic, Pistons and Franz Wagner
Paolo Banchero led the Orlando Magic to a 121-113 win over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday, Jan. 25. Determined to lead the team to victory after a five-game losing streak, Banchero shot 50% from the field, finishing with 32 points.
Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner combined for 64 points at Kia Center against the Pistons on Saturday night in a refreshing win for Orlando.
A loss to the Magic on Saturday held playoff implications, and it won't be the last time for the Pistons this season.
The Pistons are 2-0 on their current five-game road trip, showcasing their dominance away from Little Caesars Arena.
Magic’s biggest stars, Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner, had an emotional message for him, dedicating their 121-113 win against the Detroit Pistons on Saturday, which snapped their five-game slide. “We miss you, man. I know you’re back at the crib, in that same spot on the couch,” Franz told his brother after the game.
Orlando will try to break its five-game skid when the Orlando Magic play Detroit. The teams meet Saturday for the first time this season.
A recent viral video has revealed what exactly went between Paolo Banchero and Isaiah Stewart during their confrontation.
Against the Cavs, the Pistons will be without Ron Harper Jr. (NBA G League assignment), Jaden Ivey (fibula), Daniss Jenkins (NBA G League assignment), and Tolu Smith (NBA G League assignment). Tobias Harris, meanwhile, is questionable with post-traumatic headaches after suffering a scary head injury in Detroit's loss to Orlando.
Saturday's road contest against the Orlando Magic positioned the Pistons in the latter half of their season-longest five-game road trip. However, despite their success away from Little Caesars Arena, the Pistons fell 121-113 at Kia Center. The loss ended Detroit's four-game road winning streak and dropped their overall record to 23-22.