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Magic's Paolo Banchero wins NBA Rookie of the Year award

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero was named the overwhelming winner of the NBA's Rookie of the Year award on Tuesday.

Banchero dominated the voting, claiming 98 of 100 first-place votes. He was followed in the voting by Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams and Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler, with Kessler claiming the remaining two first-place votes.

Indiana Pacers guard Bennedict Mathurin, Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray and Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey each received at least one vote.