Ja'Kobe Walter News, Rumors, Updates - Toronto Raptors

Surpasses 20-point mark Friday Walter had 22 points (8-14 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist and three steals over 32 minutes during Friday's 117-105 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Walter is widely expected to end the season in a starting role, as he's been part of the first unit in Toronto's last six games, and the Raptors could use the final games of the season to give the rookie -- and others -- an expanded look. This was Walter's second-best scoring performance of the season, and he's shown some interesting things when handed more minutes. He's scored in double digits in five of those aforementioned six starts while averaging 14.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.7 steals per game.

APRIL 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pistons wrap up their first playoff spot since 2018-19 with 117-105 victory over the Raptors

Tim Hardaway Jr. scored 23 points, Jalen Duren had 21 points and 18 rebounds and the Detroit Pistons beat the Toronto Raptors 117-105 to wrap up their first playoff berth since 201...

APRIL 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Perfect from deep Walter supplied 17 points (6-10 FG, 5-5 3Pt), four rebounds, four assists and one steal across 27 minutes during Tuesday's 137-118 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Walter connected on all five of his three-point attempts Tuesday and co-led the Raptors in scoring with Immanuel Quickley. Walter has started in each of Toronto's last four games, and over that span he has averaged 14.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.5 steals over 30.3 minutes per game.

APRIL 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Coby White scores 28 and Bulls secure a spot in play-in tournament with 137-118 win over Raptors

Coby White scored 28 points, Talen Horton Tucker had 27 points and the Chicago Bulls locked in a spot in the Eastern Conference play-in tournament with a 137-118 win over the Toron...

APRIL 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Posts solid line in win Walter notched 17 points (5-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, four assists, one block and three steals over 34 minutes during Sunday's 127-109 victory over Philadelphia.

Impact This was one of the best games of Walter's rookie season as the Raptors continue to give him more opportunities. Over his last seven appearances, Walter has emerged on the fantasy streaming radar with averages of 12.4 points, 3.9 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.1 steals and 2.0 three-pointers. In that span, he's been a 12th-round value in nine-category formats.

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Barrett scores 31 points and Raptors win 127-109 to send 76ers to eighth straight loss

MARCH 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Will start vs. Brooklyn Walter will be in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Nets, Coty Wiles of RaptorsRepublic.com reports.

Impact Walter will be a starter for the Raptors for the 12th time this season Wednesday. The 20-year-old rookie is averaging 11.7 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game as a starter for Toronto.

MARCH 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Sunday Walter (hip) is available for Sunday's game against San Antonio, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Walter will return from a seven-game absence streak Sunday due to a right hip strain. However, it wouldn't be surprising to see the rookie first-round pick operate under a minutes restriction during his return. Over his last five outings (two starts), Walter has averaged 9.6 points and 4.8 rebounds across 24.4 minutes per game.

MARCH 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could return against San Antonio Walter (hip) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Spurs, Esfandiar Baraheni of The Athletic reports.

Impact Walter has missed Toronto's previous seven contests due to a right hip flexor injury but could return to action Sunday. If Walter is fourth upgraded to available, it wouldn't be surprising for him to operate on a minutes restriction.

MARCH 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Walter (hip) won't play in Thursday's game versus the Warriors.

Impact Walter's absence streak will extend to seven games Thursday due to a right hip flexor injury. The rookie forward's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with San Antonio.

MARCH 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Walter (hip) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Suns, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Walter hasn't played since March 7 and doesn't have a return timeline. He can be considered doubtful for Thursday's matchup in Golden State, barring a return to practice soon.

MARCH 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Sunday Walter (hip) is out for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Walter is set to miss a fifth consecutive game while dealing with a right hip strain. His next chance to play will come against the Suns on Monday in the second leg of a back-to-back set.

MARCH 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Walter (hip) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Jazz, Esfandiar Baraheni of The Athletic reports.

Impact Walter will miss a fourth consecutive game due to a right hip flexor sprain. There's no concrete timeline for his return, but his next opportunity to take the floor is Sunday against the Trail Blazers. A.J. Lawson should continue to see meaningful minutes off the bench due to Walter's absence.

MARCH 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Walter (hip) will not play Wednesday against the 76ers, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Walter will be sidelined for a third consecutive game and there's no timetable for his return. His next chance to play comes Friday against the Jazz.

MARCH 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Monday Walter (hip) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Washington, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.

Impact Walter will miss his second consecutive contest after sustaining a right hip strain during Friday's win over Utah. There's no clear timetable for the rookie's return, though his next chance to play will come Wednesday against the Sixers. Jamal Shead and A.J. Lawson will likely see an uptick in playing time due to Walter being sidelined.

MARCH 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Wizards beat Raptors 118-117 when Shead's basket at buzzer ruled late

Jordan Poole scored 34 points and the NBA-worst Washington Wizards won their second straight game, beating Toronto 118-117 on Saturday night when Raptors guard Jamal Shead’s runnin...

MARCH 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't play Saturday Walter (quadriceps) is out for Saturday's game versus the Wizards, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Walter will miss Saturday's contest due to a right quadriceps strain he suffered against Utah on Friday. Jamison Battle and Jamal Shead are candidates to receive increased playing time in his absence. Walter's next chance to suit up is Monday's rematch with Washington.

MARCH 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Quickley scores season-high 34 points as Raptors overcome Kessler's 25 boards and beat Jazz 118-109

Immanuel Quickley scored a season-high 34 points and the Toronto Raptors overcame a dominant rebounding effort by Walker Kessler to beat the Utah Jazz 118-109

MARCH 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't return Friday Walter has been ruled out for the rest of Friday's game against the Jazz, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.

Impact Walter suffered a right quad injury after logging 18 minutes for the Raptors. He finished with 14 points, five rebounds, two assists and one steal.

MARCH 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nails game-winner Tuesday Walter chipped in 17 points (4-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 7-8 FT), three rebounds, one block and one steal over 28 minutes during Tuesday's 114-113 victory over the Magic.

Impact Walter moved into the starting lineup, replacing Gradey Dick who is set to miss at least two weeks with a knee injury. Walter wasted little time making an impact, landing a three-pointer with less than one second remaining to sink the Magic. The Raptors are dealing with a few injuries right now, meaning Walter could be in line for a sizeable role, at least for the foreseeable future.

MARCH 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walter Made the Most Awkward Game-Winner Ever vs. Magic Ja’Kobe Walter made a wild buzzer-beater against the Magic.

MARCH 5, 2025 • SI.COM

Getting starting nod Walter is in the starting five for Tuesday's game versus the Magic.

Impact Walter will replace Gradey Dick (knee) in the starting five Tuesday. Walter has averaged 10.9 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 24.3 minutes across his nine starting appearances this season.

MARCH 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Shoots poorly in loss Walter finished with three points (1-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one steal in 23 minutes in Wednesday's 111-91 loss to the Pacers.

Impact Walter struggled to score Wednesday, making just one bucket in a blowout loss. The 2024 first-round pick has primarily come off the bench this season, but he has seen consistent playing time on the lowly Raptors. In 11 games this month, the 20-year-old is averaging 8.5 points and 3.7 rebounds on 43.5 percent shooting in 21.9 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hits double scoring figures again Walter produced 10 points (4-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt), three rebounds and one steal over 25 minutes during Sunday's 94-87 loss to the Rockets.

Impact Walter extended a streak of double-digit scoring efforts to six games. During this stretch, the rookie first-rounder has averaged 12.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.8 threes in 24.2 minutes while shooting 40.7 percent from three-point land. With Gradey Dick leaving early with a neck contusion Sunday, Walter could be set for an amplified role for Tuesday's contest against the 76ers.

FEBRUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to bench Friday Walter is not in the Raptors' starting lineup against the Thunder on Friday, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Walter has started in the Raptors' last two games due to the absence of RJ Barrett (concussion), with the former averaging 13.5 points, 2.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 2.0 steals over 28.5 minutes per game over that span. Ochai Agbaji will start for the Raptors on Friday, which means Walter will retreat to a reserve role.

FEBRUARY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Pistons wrap up their first playoff spot since 2018-19 with 117-105 victory over the Raptors

Coby White scores 28 and Bulls secure a spot in play-in tournament with 137-118 win over Raptors

Barrett scores 31 points and Raptors win 127-109 to send 76ers to eighth straight loss

Wizards beat Raptors 118-117 when Shead's basket at buzzer ruled late

Quickley scores season-high 34 points as Raptors overcome Kessler's 25 boards and beat Jazz 118-109