Jakob Poeltl Out for Raptors with Groin Injury
Jakob Poeltl is dealing with a groin injury and will not take the floor for the Toronto Raptors. The team has confirmed his status as ‘out’ due to this injury. This comes after Poeltl was previously listed as questionable on December 16, 2024.
What It Means
This injury means Jakob Poeltl won’t be playing in upcoming games, affecting the Raptors’ lineup. He has been a key player for them, averaging 15.5 points and 11 rebounds per game this season. His absence leaves a gap in their defense and scoring.
The Raptors might rely more on Kelly Olynyk and Bruno Fernando in Poeltl’s absence. Olynyk averages 6.5 points in about 13 minutes per game, while Fernando contributes an average of 3.6 points in roughly nine minutes per game. The team will need to adjust their strategy without their top center.
