ESPN's Bobby Marks noted a max extension for Banchero would be $247 million over five years. This does put the Magic in a bit of a financial bind because last offseason they maxed out Franz Wagner ( five years, $224.2 million) and extended Jalen Suggs ( five years, $150.5 million ).

Paolo Banchero backs the Orlando Magic’s “win-now” mindset and embraces added pressure ahead of pivotal offseason.

By the time head coach Jamahl Mosley became comfortable playing him, the Celtics had already built enough momentum. Banchero finished with 19 points, nine rebounds and six assists on 50% shooting from deep.

The Dominican native had plenty to say in the wake of the Celtics defeating Orlando at TD Garden this past Tuesday.

The Boston Celtics are moving on to the second round of the playoffs for the fourth consecutive season. After stumbling in Game 3 and escaping with a win in Game 4, the Celtics picked up a dominant 120-89 win over the Orlando Magic in Game 5 to close out the series.