Jakob Poeltl News, Rumors, Updates - Toronto Raptors

Only two points Thursday Poeltl contributed two points (1-1 FG) and one assist in 16 minutes during Thursday's 110-101 win over Chicago.

Impact Poeltl was barely visible, scoring just two points in 16 minutes. It's been a disastrous season for Poeltl, having played just 23 games thus far, during which he has averaged 9.3 points and 7.3 rebounds. At this point, there is no reason to be holding him, outside of deeper formats.

1 HOUR AGO • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Thursday Poeltl is not in the Raptors' starting lineup against the Bulls on Thursday, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Poeltl missed 24 games spanning from late December to early February due to a back strain, but he was cleared to return for the Raptors' loss to the Pistons on Feb. 11, when he started and recorded nine points and six rebounds over 20 minutes. The veteran center will come off the bench for Thursday's contest while rookie first-rounder Collin Murray-Boyles enters the Raptors' starting five.

5 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Why Raptors fans will be watching Jakob Poeltl closely after the break Raptors fans will keep a keen eye on Jakob Poeltl after the All-Star break — a lot is riding on him as the final stretch begins.

1 DAY AGO • RAPTORSRAPTURE.COM

Jakob Poeltl trade adds another layer of regret for the Raptors in hindsight Raptors were subtly part of an underrated deadline move through the Jakob Poeltl trade, but they got stung in more ways than one.

2 DAYS AGO • RAPTORSRAPTURE.COM

Jakob Poeltl might just be the Raptors' most important post-deadline addition The Raptors’ biggest trade deadline boost is already on the roster, as Jakob Poeltl’s return could shape their playoff push.

6 DAYS AGO • RAPTORSRAPTURE.COM

Quiet in return to lineup Poeltl finished with nine points (4-7 FG, 1-2 FT) and six rebounds in 20 minutes during Wednesday's 113-95 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Seeing his first game action since Dec. 21, Poeltl was on a tight minutes restriction but didn't seem hampered by the back issues that had kept him on the shelf. The veteran center will get the All-Star break to rest up further, but he may need more time after that to ramp up before he'll be allowed to handle a full workload.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 12 • YOUTUBE

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FEBRUARY 12 • YOUTUBE

Cunningham scores 28 points, Pistons overcome suspensions to rout Raptors 113-95

Cade Cunningham scored 28 points, Paul Reed got 16 of his 22 in the first quarter and the Detroit Pistons beat the Toronto Raptors 113-95 in the final game before the All-Star brea...

FEBRUARY 12 • Associated Press

Raptors' Jakob Poeltl Status Revealed For Pistons Game Toronto Raptors centre Jakob Poeltl should be all smiles ahead of the team's game against the Detroit Pistons. According to TSN reporter Jos...

FEBRUARY 11 • SI.COM

Available Wednesday Poeltl (back/reconditioning) is available for Wednesday's game against the Pistons and will be on an unspecified minutes restriction, Esfandiar Baraheni of The Athletic reports.

Impact Poeltl hasn't played since Dec. 21 due to a lower-back strain but will return to action in Toronto's final game before the All-Star break. It's unclear how many minutes he will be limited to, but his return will leave fewer minutes available for the likes of Sandro Mamukelashvili and Trayce Jackson-Davis. Over 21 regular-season appearances thus far, Poeltl has averaged 9.7 points, 7.7 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 25.3 minutes per contest.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Poeltl (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Detroit, per Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca.

Impact Poeltl practiced Tuesday, and the Raptors are giving him a chance to return before the All-Star break. If the veteran center suits up for the first time since Dec. 21, the streaming appeal of both Sandro Mamukelashvili of Collin Murray-Boyles (thumb) would likely take a big hit.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Barnes and the Raptors host conference foe Detroit

Toronto and Detroit will face off in a matchup of Eastern Conference opponents

FEBRUARY 10 • Associated Press

Won't play Sunday Poeltl (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Pacers, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact While Poeltl won't play Sunday, he's reportedly "very close" to getting back to the court, and the past week, his main focus has been on reconditioning. Poeltl's next chance to play will come Wednesday versus the Pistons, and for now, he should be considered questionable for that one.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Chance to return Sunday Poeltl (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Pacers, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Poeltl has been sidelined by a lower-back strain since Dec. 21, which has resulted in Sandro Mamukelashvili and rookie Collin Murray-Boyles stepping into larger roles for the Raptors. Poeltl drew the questionable tag for Sunday's contest after fully participating in Saturday's practice, but he would likely operate under a heavy minutes restriction if he's given the green light to return. Prior to his current injury, the veteran center was averaging 9.7 points, 7.7 rebounds and 2.1 assists over 25.3 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana faces Toronto, aims to break 3-game skid

Indiana enters the matchup against Toronto after losing three in a row

FEBRUARY 7 • Associated Press

Could return before All-Star break Poeltl (back) has been reacting well to increased workloads and the Raptors are hopeful he can return before the All-Star break, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Poeltl has already been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Bulls, but it sounds like there's a chance he could get back out there for either Sunday's game versus the Pacers or next Wednesday's game against the Pistons. Poeltl will likely have some heavy restrictions in his first game back, given he's been out since Dec. 21, but he's worth grabbing if he's floating around on your waiver wire. Collin Murray-Boyles' value will take a hit once Poeltl is back in the mix and fully up to speed.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Raptors' only path to dumping Jakob Poeltl becomes painfully obvious Raptors face a critical decision with Jakob Poeltl’s contract as a key trade partner emerges and their apparent rebuild takes shape.

FEBRUARY 4 • RAPTORSRAPTURE.COM

One name is holding up the Kings trading Domantas Sabonis to the Raptors The Sacramento Kings are trying to trade Domantas Sabonis to the Toronto Raptors, but they want to include Jakob Poeltl and that is not happ...

FEBRUARY 4 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Worst contract in the entire NBA now belongs to the Toronto Raptors The Toronto Raptors signed Jakob Poeltl to an inexplicable extension this summer, and 6 months later it has become the worst contract in the...

FEBRUARY 4 • RAPTORSRAPTURE.COM

Minnesota faces Toronto for non-conference matchup

Toronto and Minnesota play in non-conference action

FEBRUARY 3 • Associated Press

Utah faces Toronto on 4-game road skid

Utah will look to end its four-game road losing streak when the Jazz face Toronto

JANUARY 31 • Associated Press

Raptors' confidence in Jakob Poeltl remains unwavering against all odds Jakob Poeltl’s return remains a priority for the Raptors amid ongoing trade rumors and uncertainty.

JANUARY 31 • RAPTORSRAPTURE.COM

Deadspin | Raptors C Jakob Poeltl remains without timeline to return Deadspin | Raptors C Jakob Poeltl remains without timeline to return

JANUARY 25 • DEADSPIN.COM

No timeline for return Poeltl returned to Toronto on Sunday to receive targeted pain relief treatment for his back injury and does not have an established timeline of return, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca...

Impact Poeltl was managing a lingering back injury for the opening portion of the 2025-26 regular season, but he aggravated the issue against the Nets on Dec. 21 and hasn't played since. Rookie first-rounder Collin Murray-Boyles (thumb) and Sandro Mamukelashvili will continue to operate in expanded roles for as long as Poeltl is sidelined.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

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Cunningham scores 28 points, Pistons overcome suspensions to rout Raptors 113-95

Barnes and the Raptors host conference foe Detroit

Indiana faces Toronto, aims to break 3-game skid

Minnesota faces Toronto for non-conference matchup

Utah faces Toronto on 4-game road skid