The Boston Celtics are set to sign guard Dalano Banton to a 10-day contract, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. This move reunites Banton with the Celtics after his recent stint with the Los Angeles Clippers earlier this February.
Player Performance and Recent Career History
Banton, 26, recently completed a 10-day deal with the Clippers, appearing in two games and averaging 3.0 points per outing. Over five NBA seasons, he has averaged 6.7 points, shooting 40.3% from the field and 30.4% from beyond the arc, along with 2.2 rebounds in 14.5 minutes per game. Throughout his career, he has played in 218 NBA games for teams including the Toronto Raptors, Boston Celtics, Portland Trail Blazers, and Los Angeles Clippers.
Previous Time with Boston and Draft Background
Banton has experience with the Celtics from the current 2023-24 season, having appeared in 24 games and averaging 2.3 points in 7.1 minutes per contest. Besides his NBA appearances, he also spent time with Boston’s G League affiliate, the Maine Celtics, during the same season. Originally, the Canadian guard was selected 46th overall in the 2021 NBA Draft by the Toronto Raptors.
Implications of the New Deal for Celtics’ Roster
This short-term signing will bolster the Celtics’ depth as they continue navigating their schedule, which includes upcoming games against the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns, and Denver Nuggets. Banton’s experience and versatility may provide valuable minutes and energy off the bench during this stretch.
The Boston Celtics plan to sign Dalano Banton to a 10-day deal, sources told @hoopshype. Banton just completed a 10-day deal with the Clippers. The 26-year-old guard has averaged 6.7 points in 14.5 minutes in five seasons combined with the Raptors, Celtics, Blazers, and Clippers. pic.twitter.com/8Sq8FWd2b8
— Michael Scotto (@MikeAScotto) February 19, 2026
