Paolo Banchero is ready to take flight

After a great first season in the NBA, Paolo Banchero, last season's First Overall Pick and Rookie of the Year, landed in Italy for the first time to visit the country where he was born far away. It was also an opportunity to visit Jordan's Milan shop, the first European flagship of the Jumpman, sponsor of the No. 5 Orlando Magic. For Banchero, who grew up with Jordans, joining the brand and its family was a dream come true, made possible in part by his boldness and determination, which still drive and guide him to excellence.

"I am truly honoured to be here at Jordan World of Flight Milan: The Jordan Brand has always been part of my life, I dreamed of being part of this family since I was a kid," said Paolo Banchero "It's important to believe in yourself, in your dreams, to never give up and to have someone supporting you." The basketball player was announced last October with a video that also featured Jordan Brand Vice President Howard "H" White and was filmed at the "Helvetia" Tavern in Hillsboro, Oregon, where White first met Michael Jordan in 1984.