Boston Celtics waive Dalano Banton, clear roster space
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 12:07 AM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
The Boston Celtics waived forward Dalano Banton on July 10 to open a roster spot ahead of the season. This move allows the team to operate with 14 players and avoid the salary cap tax, saving approximately $1.7 million. Banton, who joined the Celtics last season, now has the opportunity to sign with another team for summer league play. Celtics President Brad Stevens indicated that the organization remains flexible for future moves, looking toward the 2027 season while navigating the tax situation this year.
- •Celtics waived Dalano Banton on July 10.
- •The team is now under the salary cap tax by $1.7 million.
- •Banton has the chance to join another team for the summer league.
- •Stevens mentioned potential future roster moves but no immediate changes expected.
- •Celtics aim to manage tax implications for the 2027 season.
- 12:07 AMYahoo Sports — Boston Celtics cut Dalano Banton and duck under tax
"The Boston Celtics waived Dalano Banton on Thursday afternoon to open up some roster room and allow him the chance to find a new team.
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