Jakob Poeltl News, Rumors, Updates - Toronto Raptors

Quiet offensively in Game 1 Poeltl amassed four points (1-2 FG, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal over 21 minutes during Saturday's 126-113 loss to the Cavaliers in Game 1 of the fi...

Impact Poeltl logged 21 minutes in Game 1, putting him in line with the 21.9 he averaged in seven appearances in April to close out the regular season. However, the 30-year-old didn't do much offensively, recording only four points on two attempts, although he at least contributed to other statistical categories. Poeltl will look to be more productive offensively when these clubs meet Monday for Game 2.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Raptors fans' worst playoff worry about Jakob Poeltl is eerily unfolding Raptors fans saw their worst fears about Jakob Poeltl validated during a lackluster Game 1 showing in Cleveland.

1 DAY AGO • RAPTORSRAPTURE.COM

Raptors hoped Jakob Poeltl concerns were fleeting – but they paid the ultimate toll Raptors were optimistic that Jakob Poeltl’s struggles would pass, but his 2025-26 season was marked more by setbacks than success.

3 DAYS AGO • RAPTORSRAPTURE.COM

Barnes has third triple-double of season as Raptors rout Nets 136-101 to clinch playoff berth

RJ Barrett scored 26 points, Scottie Barnes had 18 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists for his ninth career triple-double and the Toronto Raptors clinched their first playoff berth...

APRIL 13 • Associated Press

Raptors' center rotation is creating two very different versions of this team Jakob Poeltl and Collin Murray-Boyles create two identities for the Raptors. They need to capitalize on their strengths.

APRIL 12 • RAPTORSRAPTURE.COM

Raptors roll past Heat 121-95, an outcome that locks Miami into the play-in tournament

Scottie Barnes scored 25 points, Brandon Ingram finished with 23 and the Toronto Raptors beat Miami 121-95

APRIL 8 • Associated Press

The hidden Jakob Poeltl touch that powers Raptors' success Raptors depend on Jakob Poeltl to perform well in this area; this year's results show how crucial it is to their winning success.

APRIL 7 • RAPTORSRAPTURE.COM

Limited to 20 minutes Poeltl registered 14 points (7-9 FG) and two rebounds across 20 minutes during Sunday's 115-101 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Poeltl had four fouls on the night which kept his minutes in check. He's been pretty solid over his last seven games with 13.1 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.0 steals in 24.4 minutes per contest.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Spurs continue to win Jakob Poeltl trade as former center continues to struggle Jakob Poeltl is overpaid and ailing with the Toronto Raptors, only further serving to cement the San Antonio Spurs as the winners of that tr...

APRIL 5 • AIRALAMO.COM

DeMar DeRozan scores 28 points to pass Dominique Wilkins on career list, Kings beat Raptors 123-115

DeMar DeRozan scored 14 of his 28 points in the fourth quarter, Precious Achiuwa had 28 points and a season-high 19 rebounds and the Sacramento Kings beat the Toronto Raptors 123-1...

APRIL 2 • Associated Press

Hidden edge puts Raptors in a stronger position for their upcoming matchup Jakob Poeltl will suit up in his first Raptors-Magic contest this season, adding key center depth for Toronto in an important matchup.

MARCH 29 • RAPTORSRAPTURE.COM

Efficient double-double in win Poeltl closed with 18 points (9-11 FG), 11 rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 30 minutes during Friday's 119-106 win over the Pelicans.

Impact Poeltl only missed two shots from the field in this win over the Pelicans, and the was a nightmare matchup for New Orleans' frontcourt. The veteran big man seems to have left his back issues in the rearview and has missed just three games since the All-Star break. He's averaging 12.6 points, 8.1 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.1 blocks per game in 14 games in that span.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Raptors beat the Pelicans 119-106 as Barnes has 23 points and 12 assists

Scottie Barnes had 23 points and 12 assists, Jakob Poeltl had 18 points and 11 rebounds, and the Toronto Raptors beat the New Orleans Pelicans 119-106

MARCH 28 • Associated Press

Kawhi Leonard scores 27 as the Clippers beat the Raptors 119-94

Kawhi Leonard had a game-high 27 points, Darius Garland added 24, and the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Toronto Raptors 119-94

MARCH 26 • Associated Press

Available to return Poeltl (face) is available to return to Wednesday's game against the Clippers, Kayla Grey of TSN reports.

Impact Poeltl took an elbow to the face and had to receive five stitches above his right eye. After receiving the stitches, he's been cleared to return. That means Sandro Mamukelashvili and Collin Murray-Boyles will return to their typical reserve roles.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to locker room Poeltl went back to the locker room during Wednesday's game against the Clippers after being hit in the face, Esfandiar Baraheni of The Athletic reports.

Impact Poeltl looked to have taken an elbow to the face, and he exited the contest bloody. For now, the 30-year-old center can be considered questionable to return. While he's sidelined, look for Sandro Mamukelashvili and Collin Murray-Boyles to handle most of the center duties.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to face Clippers Poeltl (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Clippers, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Poeltl will return from a one-game absence due to a lingering back injury. Since returning from a prolonged absence Feb. 11 due to the back issue, Poeltl has appeared in 14 games, averaging 11.4 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.1 blocks across 26.1 minutes.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision for Wednesday Poeltl (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Poeltl sat out of Monday's matchup with Utah due to lower-back injury management, and he remains listed on the team's injury report ahead of Wednesday's tilt. The veteran center hasn't missed two straight games since returning from a back sprain in mid February, but he'll likely still need to prove his health before gaining clearance to take the court in Los Angeles.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Monday Poeltl (back) is out for Monday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Monday is the second half of Toronto's back-to-back set, and Poeltl is getting the night off for lower-back injury management. With Collin Murray-Boyles (thumb) questionable to play, the Raptors could need Sandro Mamukelashvili to play a featured role at center.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Raptors shown the perfect Jakob Poeltl replacement from right down the road The Toronto Raptors need a center with size before they can trade Jakob Poeltl, and they just might have the perfect solution in Michigan ce...

MARCH 23 • RAPTORSRAPTURE.COM

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MARCH 22 • RAPTORSRAPTURE.COM

Jakob Poeltl Can Turn Raptors From Good to Great Toronto Raptors centre Jakob Poeltl is the epitome of "we" over "me." Poeltl may have been the team's leading scorer in the loss against the...

MARCH 22 • SI.COM

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Barnes has third triple-double of season as Raptors rout Nets 136-101 to clinch playoff berth

Raptors roll past Heat 121-95, an outcome that locks Miami into the play-in tournament

DeMar DeRozan scores 28 points to pass Dominique Wilkins on career list, Kings beat Raptors 123-115

Raptors beat the Pelicans 119-106 as Barnes has 23 points and 12 assists

Kawhi Leonard scores 27 as the Clippers beat the Raptors 119-94