Celtics Reunite with Veteran Guard Dalano Banton

Banton signs 10-day contract with Boston after recent stint with Clippers

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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The Boston Celtics have signed veteran guard Dalano Banton to a 10-day contract, reuniting him with the team he played for during the 2023-24 season. Banton, who has also played for the Raptors, Blazers, and Clippers, is expected to provide depth for the Celtics as they look to maintain their position near the top of the Eastern Conference standings.

Why it matters

The Celtics have relied on their depth to remain competitive this season, and the addition of Banton, who is familiar with the team's system, could help them continue their strong play as they await the potential return of star forward Jayson Tatum from an Achilles injury.

The details

Banton, 26, has averaged 6.7 points in 14.5 minutes per game over his five-year NBA career. He appeared in 24 games for the Celtics last season, averaging 2.3 points and 1.5 rebounds in seven minutes per game. The Celtics are hoping that Banton's familiarity with the team will allow him to quickly integrate and provide valuable minutes off the bench.

  • Banton just completed a 10-day deal with the Los Angeles Clippers.
  • Banton played for the Celtics during the 2023-24 season.

The players

Dalano Banton

A 26-year-old guard who has played for the Raptors, Celtics, Blazers, and Clippers over his five-year NBA career.

Jayson Tatum

The Celtics' star forward who is currently rehabbing from an Achilles injury and has been practicing with the team's G League affiliate, the Maine Celtics.

Jaylen Brown

The Celtics' other star player who has stepped up in Tatum's absence, helping the team remain near the top of the Eastern Conference standings.

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What they’re saying

“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.”

— Michael Scotto, Reporter (Hoopshype)

“Still trying to figure it out. Still just going through the progressions of rehab. Not saying that I'm coming back or not. It's all about being healthy and going through the plan.”

— Jayson Tatum (X (formerly Twitter)

What’s next

The judge in Tatum's case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow him to return to play before the All-Star break.

The takeaway

The Celtics' depth has been a key factor in their success this season, and the addition of Banton, who is familiar with the team's system, could help them maintain their position near the top of the Eastern Conference standings as they await Tatum's potential return from injury.