D.J. Carton: stats, last game & news

Q: How many points does D.J. Carton average?

D.J. Carton averaged 14.4 points per game in the G League in the 2025-2026 season.

Q: What team does D.J. Carton play for?

D.J. Carton currently plays for Birmingham Squadron.

Q: How many rebounds and assists does D.J. Carton average?

D.J. Carton averaged 3.8 rebounds and 5 assists per game in the G League in the 2025-2026 season.

Q: What position does D.J. Carton play?

D.J. Carton plays as Shooting Guard.

Q: How tall is D.J. Carton?

D.J. Carton is 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) tall.

Position:

Shooting Guard

Height:

188 cm

Age:

26 years (08/05/2000)

Nationality:

United States

Team:

Birmingham Squadron

Stats Games Career

D.J. Carton (1.88 m, born on 08/05/2000) is a male basketball player from United States, playing for Birmingham Squadron in G League during the 2025-2026 season. In G League, D.J. Carton has stats of 14.4 points on 47.5% shooting (including 27.3% from three, on 4.6 attempts per game), 3.8 rebounds, 5.0 assists (with 2.7 turnovers), 1.4 steals in 30 minutes per game, over 38 games played.

Ranking 2025-2026
G League

PointsPTS

14.4

#211

ReboundsREB

3.8

#308

AssistsAST

#74

Statistics 2025-2026

Season statistics by competition: points, rebounds, assists averages and advanced stats
League	Team	games played	Playing time	Points	Rebounds	Assists	Steals	Blocks	Field goals	2-point field goals	3-point field goals	Free throws	Offensive rebounds	Defensive rebounds	Turnovers	Blocks against	Personal fouls	Fouls drawn	+/-	Évaluation	Performance Index Rating	Player Impact Estimate	Usage %	Possessions	True Shooting %	Effective FG %	3-Point Attempt Rate	Free Throw Rate	Offensive Rebound %	Defensive Rebound %	Total Rebound %	Assist %	Turnover %	Assist-Turnover Ratio	Steal %	Block %
G League	Birmingham Squadron	38	29:42	14.4	3.8	5	1.4	-	5.2/10.9 47.5%	3.9/6.3 62.3%	1.3/4.6 27.3%	1.6/2.5 62.5%	0.7	3.1	2.7	0.1	1.6	-	-2.6	15.2	13.6	6.2	21.3%	14.7	59.7%	53.3%	42.4%	23.1%	2.4%	11.0%	6.8%	22.5%	4.5%	15.8	2.4%	0.1%

Last Games

D.J. Carton

Last games of D.J. Carton: date, minutes played and statistics
Date	Playing time	Points	Rebounds	Assists	Steals	Blocks	Game	League
03/27	40:33	19	6	4	1	-	D 123-101 @ Grand Rapids Gold	G League
03/25	15:33	2	2	3	1	-	V 134-133 vs Windy City Bulls	G League
03/22	27:42	12	3	7	1	-	V 134-119 vs Windy City Bulls	G League
03/18	31:17	16	1	3	-	-	V 122-106 vs Maine Celtics	G League
03/17	26:39	14	5	6	1	-	V 144-143 vs Maine Celtics	G League
03/11	9:20	2	-	1	2	-	V 95-122 @ Grand Rapids Gold	G League
03/08	40:32	28	7	11	6	-	V 119-127 @ Stockton Kings	G League

Player Profile

When D.J. Carton put down his baseball glove for the last time, a rotator cuff injury had just redefined his athletic destiny. What seemed like a setback turned into a revelation: basketball would become his sole passion, and that forced transition forged one of the most determined point guards of his generation.

Born into a family of athletes – his mother a former college volleyball player, his father drafted by MLB after a college career in both basketball and baseball – Carton inherited an exceptional athletic DNA. At Bettendorf High School, he shattered the school's all-time scoring record with 1,198 points, establishing himself as one of the top 35 national prospects in his class.

His college journey took an unexpected turn at Ohio State when he courageously stepped away to protect his mental health. That decision, far from being a surrender, showed a maturity rare in a 19-year-old athlete. His transfer to Marquette marked a new chapter, demonstrating his ability to bounce back in the face of adversity.

Now a professional, Carton moves between the G League and the NBA, having signed contracts with the Toronto Raptors, among others. His modern point guard frame – 6'2" and 201 lbs – combined with his athleticism and scoring ability, makes him an intriguing prospect for NBA franchises.

By speaking openly about mental health in sports, Carton has transcended his role as a mere basketball player. His perseverance and authenticity continue to inspire, proving that the greatest battles are sometimes fought far from the hardwood.

Honors & Championships

D.J. Carton has carved out a remarkable path from his record-breaking high school career to the professional courts of the NBA G League.

Holds the all-time scoring record at Bettendorf High School with 1,198 points, while also leading the school in rebounds (372) and assists (257)
Set a school record with a 26.3 points per game average as a junior, followed by 24.4 points, 7.6 rebounds and 6.0 assists as a senior
Led Bettendorf to a 21-2 season and a number one ranking in Iowa's Class 4A
Averaged 10.4 points and 2.8 rebounds at Ohio State with a remarkable 40% three-point shooting as a freshman
Compiled averages of 13 points, 4.1 rebounds and 3.4 assists per game at Marquette
Currently playing in the NBA G League with notable stints with the Greensboro Swarm and Iowa Wolves, as well as a brief NBA appearance with the Toronto Raptors

Awards & Individual Honors

D.J. Carton established himself as one of the most promising prospects of his generation even before setting foot on a college court.

Co-winner of the Iowa Mr. Basketball award in 2019
Ranked in the top 35 national high school recruits by all three major recruiting services (33rd by Rivals, 34th by 247Sports, 35th by ESPN)
Selected to the First-Team All-State twice at the high school level
Named Big Ten Freshman of the Week during his time at Ohio State
Holds multiple school records at Bettendorf High School (points, assists and rebounds)