Toronto Raptors guard Dalano Banton is available after missing his first NBA game of the season — and career — on Tuesday during a 131-129 overtime loss to the Brooklyn Nets.
The Rexdale native was listed as out for a non-COVID-19 related illness but is due back in the lineup for the Raptors contest against the Golden State Warriors on Saturday.
Banton is fine and available. Precious, OG and Khem all practiced, are questionable for Saturday, per Nurse. Have to see how they respond.
— Michael Grange (@michaelgrange) December 16, 2021
The 22-year-old has had a busy schedule splitting his time with the Raptors and the G-League affiliate, Raptors 905.
Banton has averaged 4.1 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.8 assists in his first NBA season.
Centre Khem Birch (knee) and forward OG Anunoby (hip) have been out since Dec. 7. While Precious Achiuwa (shoulder) has been out since Dec. 12. All three will be quuestionable for Saturday’s game against the Warriors.
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