Paolo Banchero Game Worn ‘Skills Challenge’ City Edition Complete Uniform

This ‘City Edition’ complete uniform was worn by Paolo Banchero on February 17, 2024 in the Kia Skills Challenge during the State Farm All-Star Saturday Night. Banchero was part of Team Top Picks along with Anthony Edwards and Victor Wembanyama, coming in 3rd place in the event. 

This was a busy weekend for the young star, as Banchero appeared in events every day of All-Star Weekend. On Friday, he was the sole All-Star competing in the Panini Rising Stars and participated in the Kia Skills Competition during the State Farm All-Star Saturday Night. 

Banchero showed off his unique skill set in the Kia Skills Challenge. At 6’10”, Banchero dribbles and moves like a guard and has the smooth shooting touch of a 3-point specialist. He was quickly weaving through the obstacles, knocking down shots, and making key passes throughout the rounds to keep his team in the thick of it. Banchero capped off his weekend by playing in his first career NBA All-Star Game. 

Paolo Banchero was drafted with the 1st pick in the 2022 NBA Draft out of Duke University. Banchero is a versatile and well-rounded player, known for his scoring ability both inside and outside the paint. He has a smooth shooting stroke and can stretch the floor with his three-point shooting. He is also an effective rebounder and a solid defender, making him a valuable asset on both ends of the court.

At the time of cataloging, he has career averages of 21.2 points per game, 6.9 rebounds per game, and 4.2 assists per game. 

Banchero was the 2023 NBA Rookie of the Year and a 2023 All-Rookie 1st Team selection.