All-Time Scoring Leader Bandoo Returns to Saskatoon Mamba

The Saskatoon Mamba have announced the return of Devonté Bandoo, the all-time franchise scoring leader, as the team prepares for the 2026 season. The announcement, made on April 10, 2026, marks a homecoming for the veteran guard who previously played for the organization during its tenure as the Saskatchewan Rattlers.

Bandoo re-enters the organization as a cornerstone player and leader. Head Coach Isaiah Fox described the addition as a meaningful moment for the community and the fans, noting that Bandoo embodies the skill, leadership, and professionalism valued by the organization.

Professional Background and CEBL Career

A native of Brampton, Ontario, Bandoo played high school basketball at Finney High School and Westview Centennial before attending Hutchinson Community College. He later played for Baylor University, where he was named the Big 12 Sixth Man of the Year in 2020.

Bandoo began his professional career in 2021 with the Saskatchewan Rattlers. During his first season, he played 14 games, averaging 17.4 points per game to lead the team in scoring. He also averaged 5.6 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 1.3 steals per game, while shooting 42.4% from three-point range.

In the 2022 season, Bandoo appeared in 21 games, averaging 16.2 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 2.2 assists. He led the CEBL regular season in total three-pointers made with 64, shooting 43% from behind the arc.

Across three seasons with the franchise, Bandoo established himself as the all-time franchise leader in points with 584. During the 2024/25 season with the Saskatchewan Rattlers, he averaged 16.3 points per game on 46.8% shooting and recorded a 46% three-point completion rate.

Experience Outside of Saskatchewan

Beyond his time in Saskatoon, Bandoo has played seven professional seasons with six different teams across the CEBL, NBA G League, and the United Kingdom. His overall professional career average stands at 12.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 2.2 assists over 66 games.

His experience includes stints with the following organizations and teams:

• NBA G League: Lakeland Magic and Grand Rapids Gold during the 2021-22 season.
• International: Leicester Riders in the BBL for the 2022-23 season.
• Canada Basketball: Participation in the FIBA Ameri Cup following the 2022 season.
• CEBL: Five games with the Montreal Alliance during the 2024 season, where he averaged 8.0 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 1.6 assists.
• CEBL: Nine games with the Edmonton Stingers during the 2025 season, averaging 7.9 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.6 assists.

While with the Edmonton Stingers, Bandoo recorded a season-high of 21 points, five rebounds, two steals, and one assist in a game against the Winnipeg Sea Bears on May 16, 2025.

Impact on the Saskatoon Mamba

The return of Bandoo is intended to provide the Saskatoon Mamba with a proven perimeter shooter and high basketball IQ as they build toward a competitive 2026 campaign. General Manager Barry Rawlyk previously noted Bandoo’s ability to provide valuable depth at the Canadian guard position and his reputation as a veteran who plays the game the right way.

Bandoo’s return follows a trajectory of consistent scoring in the CEBL, where he has regularly averaged between 16 and 17 points per game over multiple seasons with the franchise.