before becoming eligible for the draft. He initially signed a contract with PBA D-League team Blackwater Sports, however, due to a league provision that incoming players must apply through the draft, he ended up being picked top overall and signed to a contract by Boracay Rum Waves. In his D-League debut, he posted an impressive stat line of 15 points, six rebounds, and four assists. His contract with the Tanduay franchise lasted until after the end of the 2014 PBA D-League Foundation Cup. Alaska Aces (2014–2019) After his stint in the D-League, he became eligible for the PBA Draft. During the 2014 PBA draft, he was earlier tipped to go as high as No. 2 in the draft, but some strange twists saw him land at No. 5 overall. He was drafted by Alaska. On September 9, 2014, he signed a 1-year contract with the Aces. After consecutive finals appearances, Banchero extended his contract for another year in September 2015 in a reported 2.7 million peso deal. On September 16, 2016, Banchero, again, extended his tenure with the Aces. This time, to a longer three-year deal. Terms were not disclosed. The Fil-Italian cager stated that it was an "easy decision" stating "he is very happy with Alaska." He credited the coaching staff and his teammates as the main reason he stayed with the team and hopes he will finish his career with Alaska. Magnolia Hotshots (2019–2020) On November 3, 2019, the Aces traded Banchero to the Magnolia Hotshots for Rodney Brondial and Robert Herndon. Phoenix Super LPG Fuel Masters (2021) On February 17, 2021, Banchero, along with 2021 first round pick and 2021 second round pick, was traded to the Phoenix Super LPG Fuel Masters for Calvin Abueva and 2021 first round pick. On February 1, 2022, Banchero became an unrestricted free agent. Meralco Bolts (2022–present) On February 2, 2022, Banchero signed a three-year contract with the Meralco Bolts. He first rejected a new three-year contract extension with former team Phoenix before signing with Meralco. Career statistics ABL |- | align=center | 2011–12 | align=left | San Miguel | 11 || 27.6 || .509 || .182 || .619 || 2.3 || 6.6 || 3.1 || .0 || 12.7 |- | align=center | 2012–13 | align=left | San Miguel | 23 || 28.7 || .417 || .292 || .691 || 2.8 || 3.9 || 2.1 || .0 || 14.9 PBA As