Jakob Poeltl will not play for the next week as he continues to manage back issues. Poeltl is currently completing a program of intensive rehabilitation and strengthening. Following that period, he will be reevaluated for a return to play and his status will be updated as appropriate. Poeltl is averaging 9.7 points, 7.7 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 25.3 minutes in 21 games (all … [Read more...] about Jakob Poeltl Out At Least One More Week With Back Issues
Mo Bamba, Raptors Signing One-Year Deal
The Toronto Raptors are signing center Mo Bamba to a one-year contract. Toronto is looking for depth with Jakob Poeltl dealing with a back injury. The Raptors started Scottie Barnes at center on Sunday against the Golden State Warriors. Sandro Mamukelashvili has been Toronto's primary backup center this season. He's a bit undersized to be a regular starter. With Poeltl having … [Read more...] about Mo Bamba, Raptors Signing One-Year Deal
RJ Barrett To Return On Sunday
Toronto Raptors wing RJ Barrett will make his return to the lineup on Sunday. Barrett will be active and will play when the Raptors host the Golden State Warriors. Barrett has been out since the November 23 with a sprained knee. The Raptors went 6-9 in the 15 games that their starting shooting guard missed. On the season, Barrett is averaging 19.4 points, 4.8 rebounds and 3.8 … [Read more...] about RJ Barrett To Return On Sunday
Raptors Interested In Domantas Sabonis, Looking To Keep Jakob Poeltl
The Toronto Raptors are looking to upgrade their frontcourt and have registered interest in Domantas Sabonis, according to Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. Fischer also reported that the Raptors are interested in Anthony Davis, though the Mavs are asking a high price tag in return. The Raptors are looking to hold onto Jakob Poeltl even if they add another post player via … [Read more...] about Raptors Interested In Domantas Sabonis, Looking To Keep Jakob Poeltl
Raptors, Hawks Most Interested In Anthony Davis Amid Limited Market
Anthony Davis has drawn the most trade interest from the Toronto Raptors and Atlanta Hawks, but the Dallas Mavericks' asking price has limited trade momentum, according to league sources. Davis participated in the Mavericks' shootaround Monday but did not play in the game at the Utah Jazz. His availability and contract situation have complicated potential trade discussions as … [Read more...] about Raptors, Hawks Most Interested In Anthony Davis Amid Limited Market