Celtics' John Tonje: Goes for career-high 13 points
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Tonje closed with 13 points (4-12 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal in 30 minutes during Sunday's 113-108 win over the Magic.
Tonje suited up for just the sixth time at the NBA level this season, taking on a career-high minutes load on a night in which the the Celtics held out eight rotation players with minor injuries. He landed a couple of clutch three-pointers, helping to dispatch a Magic squad that had something to play for in the regular-season finale. Since Tonje is signed to a two-way contract, he won't be eligible to play for the Celtics during their upcoming playoff run.
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John Tonje: Contract expires
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Tonje became a free agent Sunday after his 10-day contract with the Celtics expired, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.
Acquired from the Jazz ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline, Tonje had been signed to a two-way deal but was converted to a 10-day contract Feb. 19. After a stint in the G League to begin his time in the organization, the second-round rookie out of Wisconsin got the chance to see his first NBA action this past week, when he appeared in two games and logged two points, two rebounds and one assist in nine total minutes. While it's unclear if the Celtics intend to retain Tonje, the team currently has three openings on the 15-man roster as well as a vacant two-way slot.
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Celtics' John Tonje: Dealt to Boston
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Tonje was traded from the Jazz to the Celtics on Thursday in exchange for Chris Boucher, a future second-round pick and cash considerations, Zack Cox of the Boston Herald reports.
Tonje is on a two-way contract and has yet to make his NBA debut after being selected by Utah with the No. 53 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. He won't be available for Friday's game against the Heat while the deal is finalized. Tonje is averaging 18.0 points, 4.1 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.0 steals through 32 appearances in the G League this season, and it wouldn't be a surprise if the Celtics dispatched the rookie to Maine to continue his development.
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Jazz's John Tonje: Will play Friday
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Tonje (ankle) has been upgraded to available for Friday's Summer League game against the Bulls, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
Tonje sat out of Wednesday's game against the Wizards due to an ankle issue. In his last outing, the Wisconsin product finished with 16 points, three rebounds, three assists and one steal against the Spurs.
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Jazz's John Tonje: Upgraded to questionable
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Tonje (ankle) is questionable for Monday's Summer League game against the Spurs, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.
The questionable tag is an upgrade for Tonje, who has been on the shelf for three consecutive games due to a sprained ankle. The rookie second-rounder appears to be on the verge of making his professional debut, as he's yet to make an appearance this summer.
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Jazz's John Tonje: Out Sunday
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Tonje (ankle) is out for Sunday's Summer League game against the Warriors, Sarah Todd of Deseret News reports.
Tonje will miss a third straight contest due to a right ankle sprain. The Wisconsin product has yet to suit up during the Las Vegas Summer League. His next opportunity to debut is Monday against the Spurs.
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Jazz's John Tonje: Doubtful vs. Golden State
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Tonje (ankle) has been upgraded to doubtful for Sunday's Summer League game against the Warriors, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
Tonje is dealing with a sprained right ankle, which puts him in danger of missing Sunday's matchup. The Wisconsin product missed the team's last Summer League game in the Salt Lake City Summer League and the first game in Las Vegas due to the injury. If he's ultimately ruled out Sunday, the next opportunity for him to suit up will be Monday against the Spurs.
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Jazz's John Tonje: Remains out Friday
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Tonje (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's Summer League game against the Hornets, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.
Tonje has yet to suit up during Summer League action, but his next chance to do so will come Sunday against the Warriors. Ace Bailey (hip) and RJ Luis (knee) will also be sidelined Friday.
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Jazz's John Tonje: Dealing with sprained ankle
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Tonje won't play in Tuesday's Summer League game against the Thunder due to a sprained right ankle, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.
It's unclear when Tonje sustained the ankle injury, though he has yet to debut during the Summer League. The 24-year-old's next opportunity to play will come Friday against the Hornets.
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Jazz's John Tonje: Lands with Utah
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Tonje was selected by the Jazz with the No. 53 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.
Tonje shot up draft boards after putting together an impressive 2024-25 season at Wisconsin, where he averaged 19.6 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 37 appearances. He's a strong shooter who isn't afraid to drive to the rim, as evidenced by his 6.9 attempted free throws per matchup a year ago.
