D.J. Carton News, Rumors, Updates - Toronto Raptors

Waived by New Orleans The Pelicans Keith Smith of Spotrac.com Carton on Wednesday, Keith Smith reports.

Impact Carton signed with the Pelicans on Thursday. He was signed to be waived and have him suit up for the G League's Birmingham Squadron to start the 2025-26 campaign.

OCTOBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with New Orleans Carton agreed to a training camp contract with the Pelicans on Tuesday, Paul Garcia of The Spot Up Shot reports.

Impact Carton will join the Pelicans ahead of the regular season, though it's more likely he'll play for the club's G League affiliate, the Birmingham Squadron, in the 2025-26 campaign. The 25-year-old guard appeared in 22 G League outings between the San Diego Clippers and Raptors 905 in 2024-25, during which he averaged 13.5 points, 5.0 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 1.9 steals across 29.6 minutes per game.

OCTOBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Posts efficient shooting line in SL Carton registered 15 points (4-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 5-6 FT), two rebounds, two assists and two steals across 27 minutes during Thursday's 102-83 Summer League win over the Rockets.

Impact Carton looked calculated on the offensive end for a second straight appearance, as he also put together an impressive final line during Tuesday's exhibition against New Orleans. He'll aim to keep this momentum rolling into the final weekend of Summer League with the hope of earning himself an NBA opportunity with Portland or elsewhere.

JULY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Standout showing off bench Carton recorded 20 points (6-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 6-8 FT), five rebounds, five assists and three steals in 26 minutes during Tuesday's 93-87 Summer League win over the Pelicans.

Impact It was a standout performance from Carton, who came off the bench to match the team lead in dimes and pace the Trail Blazers in steals. The 24-year-old guard isn't currently under contract with an NBA club after spending most of 2024-25 in the G League, so he's aiming to make an impression and catch some attention around the league as part of Portland's Summer League roster.

JULY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Waived by Toronto Toronto waived Carton on Tuesday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Impact Carton, who was on a two-way contract with the Raptors, made just four appearances at the NBA level with an average of 8.3 minutes per game. He's been solid with the Raptors 905 in the G League, however, averaging 17.3 points, 7.0 assists and 4.7 rebounds.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain out Thursday Carton (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact Carton continues to miss time with an ankle injury he suffered during G League action. Even when cleared to suit up, he likely won't have a path to NBA minutes, especially with Scottie Barnes (eye) and Immanuel Quickley (elbow) nearing returns.

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Monday with ankle sprain The Raptors list Carton as out for Monday's game against the Pacers with a right ankle sprain.

Impact Carton has been held out of game action since last Monday, when he played 33 minutes for the G League's Raptors 905 in a 122-117 loss to the College Park Skyhawks. He didn't play in either of the 905's subsequent two games, however, presumably due to the ankle injury. Carton is now back with the parent club, but it's unclear when he might be ready to resume playing in games.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Held scoreless Friday Carton posted no counting statistics in five minutes during Friday's 131-125 loss to the Lakers.

Impact Carton played fewer than 10 minutes for the fourth straight game, having tallied a grand total of just three points all season. Even with multiple injuries to other players, Carton has not been able to carve out a meaningful role. The 24-year-old guard is one of the Raptors' two-way players and will likely join the Raptors 905 once the G League season gets underway.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 17 minutes in preseason Carton recorded seven points (3-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt), three assists, one rebound and a steal across 19 minutes during Sunday's 125-98 preseason win over the Wizards.

Impact Carton missed 20 games to close the 2023-24 campaign due to a right ankle sprain, but he returned to action to kick off the preseason. Carton appeared in just four games last season, averaging 2.8 points, 1.0 rebounds and 0.8 assists in 9.0 minutes per contest. It figures to be an uphill battle for the 23-year-old pro to see a significant role this season.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Sunday Carton (ankle) won't play in Sunday's game versus the Heat, Ryan Wolstat of the Toronto Sun reports.

Impact Carton will miss his 20th straight contest Sunday due to a right ankle sprain. The 23-year-old guard will end the 2023-24 season averaging 2.8 points and 1.0 rebounds in 9.0 minutes across four appearances.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Friday Carton (ankle) won't play in Friday's game versus the Heat.

Impact Carton's absence streak will extend to 19 games Friday due to a right ankle sprain. His last chance to suit up this season is Sunday's rematch with Miami.

APRIL 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out for Wednesday Carton (ankle) will not play Wednesday against the Nets, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.

Impact Carton has been sidelined since March 5 and remains without a timetable for a return.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Carton (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Pacers, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Carton hasn't played since March 5 due to a right ankle sprain. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday in Brooklyn.

APRIL 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Friday Carton (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Carton will miss a 15th straight game due to a sprained right ankle. His next chance to suit up will come Sunday against Washington.

APRIL 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Carton (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game versus the Timberwolves, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.

Impact Carton's absence streak will extend to 14 games Wednesday while dealing with a right ankle sprain. His next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Milwaukee.

APRIL 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Carton (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Lakers, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Carton hasn't played since March 5 and remains out indefinitely. His absence hasn't impacted fantasy hoops.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Sunday Carton (ankle) will remain sidelined for Sunday's game against the 76ers, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.

Impact Carton has not played since March 5 and is in line to miss his 12th straight game. The rookie's next opportunity to suit up will come Tuesday against the Lakers.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Carton (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Knicks, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Carton continues to deal with a sprained ankle and will be sidelined once again Wednesday. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return, but his next chance to do so will be Sunday against the 76ers.

MARCH 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Carton (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Nets, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Carton is still not ready to return to action due to a sprained right ankle. His next opportunity to return will arrive Wednesday against the Knicks.

MARCH 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined again Saturday Carton (ankle) will not play in Saturday's matchup with the Wizards, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Carton's absence will mark his ninth straight due to an ankle injury. The reserve guard's next chance to return will come Monday against the Nets.

MARCH 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Carton (ankle) is out for Friday's game versus the Thunder, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Carton will miss his eighth straight contest Friday due to a right ankle sprain. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Washington.

MARCH 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Wednesday Carton (ankle) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Kings, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Carton's absence streak will extend to seven games Wednesday due to a right ankle sprain. There is no timetable for his return.

MARCH 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Sunday Carton (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Magic.

Impact Carton is set to miss a sixth consecutive game due to a nagging right ankle sprain, though he wouldn't have made much of a difference if he had played. He doesn't have a prominent role in the rotation. His next chance to feature will come Wednesday at home against the Kings.

MARCH 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Carton (ankle) is out for Friday's game versus the Magic, Eric Koreen of The Athletic reports.

Impact Carton's absence streak will extend to five games Friday due to a right ankle sprain. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's rematch with Orlando.

MARCH 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Wednesday Carton (ankle) will not play Wednesday versus Detroit.

Impact Carton will be sidelined for his fourth consecutive game due to a right ankle sprain. It's unfortunate timing for the late-season call-up, especially with RJ Barrett (personal) set to miss Wednesday's contest as well.

MARCH 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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