Boston heads to Toronto for conference showdown
Toronto and Boston will hit the court in a matchup of Eastern Conference foes3 HOURS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS
JAKOB POELTL #19 - CENTER - TORONTO RAPTORS
14.8 PPG •
10.6 RPG •
2.7 APG
14.8 PPG
10.6 RPG
2.7 APG
Agbaji and Barnes lead the Raptors to a 104-101 win over the Warriors
Ochai Agbaji scored the go-ahead basket with 1:33 left in the fourth quarter and the Toronto Raptors rallied to beat the Golden State Warriors 104-1017 HOURS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Grabs 12 rebounds Saturday Poeltl notched eight points (4-10 FG, 0-4 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists, one block and three steals over 34 minutes during Saturday's 123-114 loss to the Pistons.
Impact Poeltl didn't have a good shooting performance, particularly for his standards, but the big man made his presence in other areas, mainly as a defender with his double-digit boards and three steals. The big man is on a streak of eight games with double-digit points or rebounds, and that consistency suggests he'll continue to perform on both ends of the court every time he steps on the hardwood.
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Another strong performance Poeltl registered 17 points (8-10 FG, 1-4 FT), seven rebounds, six assists, one block and three steals in 34 minutes during Thursday's 132-126 loss to the Cavaliers.
Impact Even with Toronto's preferred starting five completely healthy for the first time this season, Poeltl continues to rack up stats. He tied his season high with three swipes Thursday and dished out his most assists since Dec. 7, when he posted a season-high seven dimes. Over his last seven appearances, the veteran center has averaged 13.4 points, 8.3 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.6 steals and 1.3 blocks while shooting 72.9 percent from the field.
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New York faces Toronto, aims to stop 3-game skid
New York will try to break its three-game losing streak when the New York Knicks play TorontoJANUARY 7 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Antetokounmpo's triple-double, Lillard's 25 points power Bucks past struggling Raptors 128-104
Giannis Antetokounmpo had 11 points, 13 assists and 12 rebounds for his fourth triple-double of the season, Damian Lillard scored 25 points and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the struggl...JANUARY 7 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Toronto hosts Milwaukee in conference matchup
Milwaukee travels to Toronto for an Eastern Conference matchup MondayJANUARY 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Extremely efficient in loss Poeltl recorded 25 points (11-12 FG, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 34 minutes during Friday's 106-97 loss to the Magic.
Impact The Raptors came up short and suffered a nine-point loss Friday, but Poeltl made his presence felt on both ends of the court after posting a loaded stat line. The efficiency in scoring certainly stood out, though, as Poeltl missed just one of his 12 shots from the floor. This was Poeltl's fourth straight game with double-digit points and/or rebounds. He's averaging 14.3 points, 8.3 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.3 blocks per game over his last 10 appearances.
JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Da Silva scores career-high 25 points, Magic overcome loss of Suggs to beat Raptors 106-97
Tristan da Silva scored a career-high 25 points and the Orlando Magic overcame the loss of guard Jalen Suggs to back spasms to beat the struggling Toronto Raptors 106-97 on Friday...JANUARY 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Strong showing on glass Poeltl closed Tuesday's 125-71 loss to the Celtics with seven points (3-4 FG, 1-2 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals in 30 minutes.
Impact While the Raptors' offense collapsed in the rout, Poeltl at least enjoyed some success on the glass and at the defensive end. The veteran center has produced four blocks and four steals in two contests since returning from a four-game absence due to a groin strain, but he's still looking for his first double-double since Dec. 9.
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Toronto hosts Brooklyn on home skid
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Celtics rout Toronto 125-71 as Raptors extend losing streak to 11 games
Jayson Tatum scored 18 of his 23 points in Boston’s dominant third quarter, and the Celtics routed Toronto 125-71, extending the Raptors’ lo...DECEMBER 31, 2024
Jakob Poeltl not available yet for trade For now, Toronto hasn’t made Jakob Poeltl available on the trade market, but it won’t keep executives from keeping tabs on the 7-foot center...
DECEMBER 31, 2024 • HOOPSHYPE.COM
Toronto plays Boston on 4-game road skid
Toronto comes into a matchup against Boston as losers of four road games in a rowDECEMBER 30, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Fills box score in return Poeltl (groin) produced 13 points (5-8 FG, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, one assist, three blocks and two steals across 27 minutes during Sunday's 136-107 loss to the Hawks.
Impact Making his return to the lineup following a four-game absence with a groin strain, Poeltl supplied a full stat line in 27 minutes for the Raptors on Sunday, and it didn't appear his minutes were heavily restricted. Poeltl has tallied at least a steal or a block in all of his last eight appearances, a span where he's averaging 15.4 points, 8.1 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.3 blocks while shooting 62.0 percent from the floor. The 29-year-old big man has a tough matchup coming up Tuesday against the defending-champion Celtics, who rank eighth in the league in opponent points per game (110.1).
DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Will play Sunday Poeltl (groin) is available for Sunday's game against the Hawks, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Impact Poeltl has missed four straight games due to a bilateral groin strain but will return to action Sunday and presumably start at center. In his first 25 appearances this season, the veteran averaged 15.9 points, 11.3 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.3 blocks and 1.1 steals in 32.5 minutes per game.
DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Toronto hosts Atlanta, looks to end home skid
Toronto is looking to break its 6-game home slide with a victory over AtlantaDECEMBER 29, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Raptors' porous defence needs a healthy Jakob Poeltl or deficiencies will linger Toronto's deficient defence may have starting centre Jakob Poeltl back in the lineup Sunday. The Raptors have listed Poeltl as questionable.
DECEMBER 28, 2024 • TORONTOSUN.COM
Iffy for Sunday Poeltl (groin) didn't participate in Saturday's practice and is deemed questionable for Sunday's game versus the Hawks, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.
Impact Poeltl is in danger of missing his fifth straight contest Sunday due to a bilateral groin strain. If the 29-year-old big man is ruled out yet again, Kelly Olynyk will likely draw another start.
DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for Thursday Poeltl (groin) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Memphis
Impact Poeltl will miss his fourth consecutive contest due to a groin sprains. His next opportunity to take the court comes Sunday versus Atlanta, but Toronto could opt to exercise caution with the big man given that both legs are dealing with fatigue.
DECEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Toronto faces Memphis on 8-game losing streak
Toronto heads into the matchup against Memphis after losing eight games in a rowDECEMBER 25, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Out again Monday Poeltl (groin) will not play Monday against the Knicks.
Impact Poeltl will miss his third game in a row Monday, but considering he returned to practice over the weekend, he's expected to be day-to-day going forward. His next chance to play will be Thursday against Memphis.
DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Toronto takes on New York on 7-game losing streak
Toronto is looking to break its seven-game skid with a victory against New YorkDECEMBER 23, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Another absence coming Poeltl (groin) is out for Sunday's game versus the Rockets, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.
Impact Despite returning to practice Saturday, Poeltl will miss his second straight contest Sunday due to a bilateral groin strain. Jonathan Mogbo should continue to receive an increased role in his absence. Poeltl's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with the Knicks.
DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Practices Saturday Poeltl (groin) appeared to be moving well during Saturday's practice, Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Impact Poeltl was diagnosed with a bilateral groin strain after exiting Monday's game against Chicago early, and it's positive news that he looked strong during practice Saturday. He'll continue to be considered day-to-day until the team has more information to share.
DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
