Feb. 19, 2026, 2:23 p.m. ET
The Boston Celtics on Thursday reportedly agreed to convert two-way rookie John Tonje to a 10-day contract, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.
The Celtics acquired Tonje from the Utah Jazz on Feb. 5 in exchange for Chris Boucher, a future second-round pick and cash considerations. The move helped the organization shed salary and get under the luxury tax ahead of the trade deadline.
In addition to Tonje, the Celtics are also reportedly expected to sign Dalano Banton to a 10-day contract. The two signings will enable the team to reach the minimum roster threshold of 14 players, which they needed to meet by Thursday.
Tonje, the 53rd overall pick, signed a two-way contract with the Jazz after five seasons in college. He was a consensus second-team All-American last season at Wisconsin, averaging 19.6 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.8 assists on 38.8% shooting from 3-point range.
The 24-year-old has spent most of the season in the G League, averaging 18.4 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.4 assists while shooting 37.1% from 3-point range in 34 games, including two with the Maine Celtics. He is 20th in the G League in total points (626).
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Tonje will become a free agent at the conclusion of his 10-day contract. He can be signed to another 10-day contract or brought back on a two-way contract, with the latter more realistic given the Celtics’ cap situation at this stage of the season.