Kelly Olynyk News, Rumors, Updates - Toronto Raptors

Still sidelined Olynyk (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Pacers and remains out indefinitely, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Olynyk has yet to make his regular-season debut due to a back strain. Coach Darko Rajakovic said at the beginning of November that Olynyk was still a few weeks away, but there hasn't been an update since. In Olynyk's absence, Jonathan Mogbo and Chris Boucher have seen increased roles to start the campaign.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Out a few more weeks Coach Darko Rajakovic said Friday that Olynyk (back) is a few weeks away from returning, Eric Koreen of The Athletic reports.

Impact Olynyk has yet to suit up this season while dealing with a back strain. The veteran forward will remain sidelined for a few more weeks, with mid-November being the earliest he is expected to suit up. In Olynyk's absence, Jonathan Mogbo, Bruno Fernando and Chris Boucher should all continue to receive increased playing time.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Friday Olynyk (back) will miss Friday's contest against the Lakers, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.

Impact Olynyk will miss another game, his sixth consecutive to begin the season. The Raptors will be very shorthanded heading into Friday's game, as they are also without Scottie Barnes (orbital), Bruce Brown (knee) and potentially Immanuel Quickley (pelvis). With Olynyk out, Jonathan Mogbo and Bruno Fernando will likely continue to back up Jakob Poeltl until he returns.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Olynyk (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Hornets, Aaron Rose of SI.com reports.

Impact Olynyk has yet to make his season debut and will miss a fifth straight game. He doesn't have a return timetable, but his next chance to suit up will come Friday versus the Lakers.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Won't go Monday Olynyk (back) has been ruled out of Monday's game against the Nuggets, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Olynyk will miss his fourth consecutive game and has yet to debut this season. The big man's next chance to feature will come Wednesday against the Hornets.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Olynyk (back) is out for Saturday's game versus the Timberwolves, Aaron Rose of SI.com reports.

Impact Olynyk's absence streak will extend to three games Saturday while dealing with a back injury. His next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Denver.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Friday Olynyk (back) is out for Friday's game versus the 76ers, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.

Impact Olynyk will miss his second straight contest to start the regular season Friday while dealing with back stiffness. Chris Boucher should continue to receive extended minutes in his absence. Olynyk's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Minnesota.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out practice Olynyk (back) didn't participate in Thursday's practice, Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Olynyk missed Toronto's regular-season opener Wednesday due to back stiffness. The veteran big man's absence from practice is a bad sign of his availability for Friday's matchup with Philadelphia.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Olynyk (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Cavaliers.

Impact Olynyk continues to battle back stiffness, which sidelined him for Toronto's final three preseason games. With the veteran sidelined, Chris Boucher should see more minutes as the backup center behind Jakob Poeltl.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Misses practice Tuesday Olynyk (back) was unable to practice Tuesday, Ryan Wolstat of the Toronto Sun reports.

Impact Olynyk missed Toronto's final three preseason games and it sounds like he's doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers. With Olynyk likely to be sidelined, it's possible that Chris Boucher (knee) will get some reps as the backup center behind Jakob Poeltl.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Olynyk (back) is out for Friday's preseason game against the Nets, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Olynyk will miss a third straight preseason game with back stiffness, though it's uncertain if the issue is major or if the Raptors are simply trying to keep the veteran big man as healthy as possible ahead of the regular-season opener against the Cavaliers next Wednesday. Olynyk will come off the bench when healthy since he'll operate as Jakob Poeltl's backup at center.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out against Boston Olynyk (back) won't play in Tuesday's preseason game versus the Celtics, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Olynyk will miss his second straight preseason contest due to lower-back stiffness. His next chance to suit up is Friday's preseason finale against Brooklyn.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with back stiffness Olynyk won't play in Sunday's preseason game against the Celtics due to lower back stiffness, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Olynyk suited up for Friday's preseason loss to Washington but didn't see any action. It sounds like typical vet precautions, but it's unclear when he'll return to game action. Toronto has a rematch against Boston on Tuesday.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 13 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores 10 points off bench Olynyk tallied 10 points (3-6 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds and three assists across 12 minutes during Sunday's 125-98 preseason win over the Wizards.

Impact Olynyk was one of seven Raptors players to score in double digits Sunday. The 2013 first-round pick was traded by the Jazz to the Raptors at the trade deadline during the 2023-24 season. Across his 28 games (19 starts) with Toronto last season, he averaged 12.7 points on 54.8 percent shooting, 5.6 rebounds, 4.6 assists and 1.3 steals across 26.4 minutes per game. Olynyk will likely be the first big man off the bench for the Raptors for the upcoming season.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

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Close to double-double in loss Olynyk produced 11 points (5-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt), eight rebounds, two assists and one steal in 22 minutes during Sunday's 118-103 loss to the Heat.

Impact Olynyk finished just two rebounds shy of a double-double in the season finale, and while his all-around ability was noticeable regardless of whether he was starting or coming off the bench, he only posted six double-doubles all season long. Olynyk ended the 2023-24 campaign on a strong scoring note, however, putting up double-digit points in 10 of his last 11 appearances.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Pulls down 11 rebounds Friday Olynyk ended Friday's 125-103 loss to the Heat with eight points (3-7 FG, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds and six assists in 25 minutes.

Impact Olynyk didn't have his best scoring performance Friday, and his fantasy line would've been subpar hadn't pulled down double-digit rebounds, something he hadn't accomplished since March 1. Olynyk heads into the regular-season finale at Miami with averages of 14.8 points, 6.7 rebounds and 6.4 assists per game over his last 10 appearances, but given Toronto has nothing to play for, it wouldn't be surprising if Olynyk doesn't see minutes.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Not on injury report Olynyk (rest) isn't on the injury report for Friday's game against Miami.

Impact Olynyk sat out Wednesday against the Nets due to rest purposes, but he'll be back in action following his one-game absence. Over his last three appearances, he's averaged 18.3 points, 7.0 rebounds and 3.7 assists in 34.0 minutes per game.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Olynyk has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Nets due to rest purposes, Eric Koreen of The Athletic reports.

Impact Olynyk averaged 18.3 points, 7.0 rebounds and 3.7 assists in 34.0 minutes per game over his last three appearances, but he'll sit out the second half of a back-to-back set Wednesday. It wouldn't be surprising to see him return to action Friday against Miami, while Malik Williams and Jordan Nwora could see increased run against Brooklyn.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Posts terrific fantasy line Olynyk recorded 21 points (8-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds, five assists, one block and three steals over 35 minutes during Sunday's 130-122 victory over the Wizards.

Impact Olynyk produced one of his best all-around games of the campaign. Toronto's decision to sign him to a two-year, $26.25 million contract extension could really pay off, as he appears to be an excellent fit in their offense.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Friday Olynyk (rest) is available for Friday's game against the Bucks, Aaron Rose of SI.com reports.

Impact Olynyk sat out Wednesday's game against Minnesota due to rest purposes, but he'll return to action following a minimal absence. He's posted double-doubles in two of his last five appearances, averaging 13.8 points, 8.4 assists and 5.8 rebounds in 29.6 minutes per game.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Wednesday Olynyk won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Timberwolves due to rest purposes.

Impact Olynyk will miss his first game since Feb. 9 on the second leg of Toronto's back-to-back Wednesday. In his absence, Mouhamadou Gueye and newly-acquired Malik Williams are candidates to receive increased playing time. Olynyk should be able to return for Friday's matchup with Milwaukee.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Teases triple-double against Knicks Olynyk logged 13 points (5-9 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds and eight assists in 27 minutes during Wednesday's 145-101 loss to New York.

Impact The veteran center has dished 27 assists over the last three games as the Raptors run the offense through him in the absence of Immanuel Quickley (personal). Since moving into the starting lineup in early March to replace Jakob Poeltl (finger), Olynyk has averaged 13.7 points, 5.7 assists, 5.6 boards, 1.2 steals, 1.1 threes and 0.8 blocks over the last 12 contests, and Poeltl's chances of returning before the end of the regular season are shrinking with each Toronto loss.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Hands out nine assists Monday Olynyk provided 10 points (4-9 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, nine assists, one block and one steal across 30 minutes during Monday's 96-88 loss to the Nets.

Impact Olynyk barely reached double-digit scoring figures in what was an abysmal offensive showing from the Raptors, but he made his presence felt as a playmaker from the low post, tallying nine assists -- he's now racked up 24 assists over his last three appearances. Olynyk was promoted to a starting role in early March and is averaging 13.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 1.3 steals per game since then.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

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