Jakob Poeltl led the Toronto Raptors in their game against the Detroit Pistons on Saturday, securing 12 rebounds and making a significant impact with his defensive play. He also contributed three steals, leading both teams in this category. Despite his efforts, the Raptors fell short with a final score of 123-114.
What It Means
Poeltl’s performance against the Pistons marked another strong rebounding game for him, as he exceeded his projection by two rebounds and achieved a milestone of over ten rebounds. This season, he is averaging 10.5 rebounds per game, ranking him 13th in the league and first on his team. Poeltl has consistently been a top performer at his position, finishing in the top five for rebounds in 42% of his games this year. His ability to lead in steals during this game also highlights his defensive prowess.
