Houston’s Jalen Green and Orlando’s Paolo Banchero Named NBA Players of the Week

HOUSTON, Texas – Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green and Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero have been named the NBA Players of the Week for Week 23 of the 2024-25 season, which ran from March 24 to March 30. This announcement was made by the NBA on March 31, 2025.

Green, who plays for the Rockets, was recognized as the Western Conference Player of the Week. He delivered impressive performances throughout the week, averaging 28.7 points per game on a shooting percentage of 50.8%, including 40.9% from three-point range. Additionally, he contributed 7.0 rebounds and 4.0 assists per game, helping the Rockets secure a perfect 3-0 record for the week against the Atlanta Hawks, Utah Jazz, and Phoenix Suns.

His standout games included a phenomenal 32-point performance against the Hawks on March 25, where he also recorded 4 assists and 11 rebounds. Just two days later, Green added 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists against the Jazz, followed by another dominant showing with 33 points against the Suns on March 30.

“Much deserved,” the Houston Rockets proclaimed on their social media account, celebrating Green’s recognition.

On the other side, Banchero was honored as the Eastern Conference Player of the Week. Despite struggles earlier in the season, he has become key to the Magic’s success. Last week, Banchero averaged an impressive 30.3 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.3 assists, leading the Magic to a 3-1 record. Banchero’s exceptional performance includes a game-high 35 points during one of his outings.

In his remarks following the announcement, Banchero stated, “We’ve dealt with a lot of injuries and stuff throughout the year, so just the fact that we’re able to be in the postseason, I don’t think anyone is taking it for granted.”

This marks Green’s third times receiving the Player of the Week honor in his career, with this being his second this season. Banchero’s win is significant as it is his first Player of the Week accolade since his Rookie of the Year campaign in 2022-23.

The Rockets and Magic have both previously had multiple players win this award during the current 2024-25 season, highlighting the depth of talent on their rosters as they head into the final stretch of the season.