Banchero has missed the Magic's last 33 games, and he will reportedly miss a 34th on when they host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday. On the official injury report, he is still listed as "questionable" for that game, as of Thursday afternoon.

A torn right ab muscle has kept the forward out since Oct. 30, but the Magic have withstood the loss and are in good position to make a run.

Paolo Banchero looks set to finally make his return to the court this week and he could start as soon as tonight.