Toronto Raptors' Jakob Poeltl Out Indefinitely: Ankle Injury Impact on Team
Channel: News Scope
Date: 2024-01-09

Toronto Raptors' Jakob Poeltl Out Indefinitely: Ankle Injury Impact on Team

The Toronto Raptors will face a significant setback as their starting center, Jakob Poeltl, is out indefinitely due to a left ankle sprain. The injury occurred during the third quarter of the Raptors' victory over the Golden State Warriors on January 7. Poeltl has been a crucial player for Toronto this season, averaging 10.6 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 1.4 blocks per game. His absence will impact the team's interior presence, as they currently rank 10th in rebounds per game and 7th in points in the paint. The Raptors, currently on a six-game road trip, will have to adjust their rotation to compensate for Poeltl's absence in upcoming games against the Los Angeles Lakers, LA Clippers, and Utah Jazz. The team will re-evaluate Poeltl's condition in two weeks.

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