DALANO BANTON NEWS

Dealing with thumb sprain Toronto recalled Banton from the G League's Raptors 905 and is listing him as doubtful for Tuesday's matchup against the Bulls due to a left thumb sprain.

Impact Banton and Christian Koloko (ankle) were both sent to the G League earlier Tuesday to get a practice in before returning to the NBA club, but both players have emerged from the workout with injuries. Banton hasn't been a regular part of head coach Nick Nurse's rotation of late anyway, so his likely absence for Tuesday's game shouldn't affect how the minutes are distributed among the Toronto wings and guards.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for brief G League stint Toronto assigned Banton to the G League's Raptors 905 on Tuesday, Vivek Jacob of the Raptors' official site reports.

Impact According to Jacob, Banton, Christian Koloko and Joe Wieskamp will all practice with the 905 before rejoining the NBA team ahead of Tuesday's game against the Bulls. None of the three players have been featured in the rotation of late, with Banton seeing just 18 total minutes of court time across Toronto's last eight games.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to NBA Toronto recalled Banton to the NBA club from the G League's Raptors 905 on Sunday, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Banton and Christian Koloko will both be available for Sunday's game in Cleveland after playing in the G League on Saturday night. Banton posted 11 points (5-11 FG, 1-5 3Pt), 10 rebounds and six assists in the 905's win over the Motor City Cruise, but he's unlikely to garner a significant role at the NBA level.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to NBA Toronto recalled Banton from the G League's Raptors 905 on Wednesday, Vivek Jacob of the Raptors' official site reports.

Impact Banton will be available for Wednesday's matchup with the Spurs. However, the second-year guard hasn't played double-digit minutes in the NBA since Dec. 18.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 20 points Banton logged 20 points (8-13 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four assists and three rebounds across 28 minutes during the 905's 126-117 loss to Maine on Wednesday.

Impact Banton continues to be on the outside of the NBA club's rotation, so he's spending time in the G League in order to stay fresh in a larger role. The guard has 41 points across his first two G League games since re-joining the 905.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Enters 10-man rotation Wednesday Banton (hip) played nine minutes and provided zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound and one assist in Wednesday's 131-128 loss to the Jazz.

Impact In a rare move, head coach Nick Nurse elected to expand the Raptors rotation to 10 men in a competitive game, allowing Banton to see his first minutes with Toronto since Dec. 18. Over the six weeks in between, Banton had spent time in the G League and had more recently missed games with a right hip pointer, but he was removed from the injury report Monday. He'll be a fringe member of the rotation moving forward, likely playing only when Toronto is missing one of its starters.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Monday Banton is available for Monday's matchup against the Suns, Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact After missing the Raptors' past 21 games, Banton is officially active for Monday's contest against Phoenix. Prior to sustaining his hip injury, Banton was averaging 5.2 points, 1.5 rebounds and 1.2 assists across 10.1 minutes over his first 22 appearances of the season.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially listed as questionable Banton (hip) is questionable for Monday's matchup against the Suns, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Banton has missed 21 straight games due to a right hip pointer. Head coach Nick Nurse previously said that Banton was targeting Monday's contest as a potential return date, though it appears like his availability won't be known until game day. However, even if he's cleared, it's unclear if he'll see any playing time, as he's garnered double-digit minutes in just 10 of his 22 appearances (two starts) this season and is averaging 5.2 points, 1.5 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 10.1 minutes per game.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Koreen: Dalano Banton (hip pointer) is out for... - The Athletic Dalano Banton (hip pointer) is out for tonight's game against Golden State. Nick Nurse said his target return date is Monday vs. Phoenix, wh...

JANUARY 28, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Targeting Monday return Head coach Nick Nurse said Banton (hip) won't play Friday against the Warriors but is targeting Monday's matchup against Phoenix as a potential return date, Kayla Grey of TSN repor...

Impact Given Nurse's comments, it sounds like Banton will miss at least two more games due to a right hip pointer, which would bring his grand total to 21 straight absences, but the second-year guard could return Monday. However, with Toronto's backcourt healthy, there may not be many minutes available for Banton when he is cleared for game action. He's played double-digit minutes in just 10 of his 22 appearances (two starts) this season and is averaging 5.2 points, 1.5 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 10.1 minutes per game.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Friday Banton (hip) is questionable for Friday's game against the Warriors.

Impact A hip bruise has kept Banton out since mid-January, but it appears he's nearing a return. That said, as long as the Raptors stay healthy, he probably won't be a regular in the rotation.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Wednesday Banton (hip) won't play Wednesday against Sacramento, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Banton has not played since Dec. 19 and there's no clear timetable for his return. His next chance to play will come Friday at Golden State.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Considered questionable Banton (hip) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Kings, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Banton continues to deal with a right hip pointer. However, he's not a part of Toronto's regular rotation, so his potential absence shouldn't impact the Raptors' game plan.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially out Banton (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Knicks, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Banton remains out with a right hip pointer. He's not a part of Toronto's regular rotation, so his extended absence hasn't impacted the Raptors' game plan.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Sunday Banton (hip) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Knicks, Eric Koreen of The Athletic reports.

Impact Banton has been sidelined for four consecutive contests with a right hip pointer. He's one of three players listed as questionable, so Toronto may be shorthanded against New York.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Koreen: O.G. Anunoby (right ankle soreness), Fred... - The Athletic O.G. Anunoby (right ankle soreness), Fred VanVleet (right rib soreness) and Dalano Banton (right hip pointer) are all questionable for tonig...

JANUARY 22, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ruled out Saturday Banton (hip) will not play in Saturday's game against the Celtics, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Banton will miss a fourth consecutive contest with a contusion in his right hip. His next chance to play will come on Sunday against the Knicks.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Banton (hip) is questionable for Saturday's matchup against the Celtics.

Impact Banton has already missed three straight games with a right hip bruise. Even if he's sidelined again Saturday, it shouldn't impact Toronto's rotation much.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Thursday Banton (hip) won't play in Thursday's contest against Minnesota, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Banton will miss his third consecutive game Thursday as he continues to recover from a right hip bruise. The guard's absence shouldn't have much of an impact on the Raptors' rotation.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to doubtful Banton (hip) is now doubtful for Thursday's game against Minnesota, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Banton was downgraded from questionable and is now slated to miss a third straight game with a right hip injury. Considering he has split time between the G League and NBA and the Raptors are at full health, Banton's expected absence should not have a noticeable impact on the rotation.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Thursday Banton (hip) is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Timberwolves.

Impact Banton is dealing with a hip injury that has kept him out the last two games. However, he hasn't played for the Raptors since Dec. 19 while in the G League, so his status shouldn't affect the team's rotation either way. If he can't go, Banton's next chance to suit up would be Saturday's matchup with Boston.

JANUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up, but won't play Tuesday Toronto recalled Banton from the G League's Raptors 905, but he won't be available for Tuesday's game in Milwaukee due to a right hip pointer, Eric Koreen of The Athletic reports.

Impact The hip issue prevented Banton from playing in the 905's most recent game Sunday against the Sioux Falls Skyforce. Prior to his G League assignment, Banton hadn't been a part of the NBA team's rotation, so he may just be rejoining the parent club to have his injury more closely examined by Toronto's medical staff.

JANUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pascal Siakam, Scottie Barnes, and Dalano Banton Will Play vs. Cavaliers The Toronto Raptors will have Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, and Dalano Banton back on Monday against the Cleveland Cavaliers

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Available Monday Banton (ankle) is available for Monday's contest against Cleveland, Aaron Rose of SI.com reports.

Impact After missing the Raptors' past three outings, Banton will officially be available for Monday's matchup against the Cavaliers. The Nebraska product is averaging 6.4 points, 1.3 rebounds and 1.1 assists across 11.2 minutes throughout his first 15 appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Monday Banton (ankle) has been upgraded to probable for Monday's matchup against the Cavaliers, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Banton has missed three straight contests due to an ankle injury and was initially listed as questionable, but it appears he'll make his return to game action Monday. Across 15 appearances (two starts), Banton has averaged 6.4 points, 1.3 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 11.3 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE