Overview
- Poeltl was inactive against Houston and is listed day-to-day with lower back tightness, the team said pregame.
- Toronto fell by 18 points and was out-rebounded 53-22, with Houston grabbing 17 offensive boards to the Raptors’ 18 defensive.
- Rajakovic said the issue has “affected him quite a bit,” noting Poeltl was not moving as usual and that rest is intended to avoid longer-term management.
- Through four games, Poeltl has averaged 6.5 points, 5.3 rebounds and 2.3 assists, and the Raptors were outscored during his minutes in each outing.
- The back problem dates to missed preseason action and an early exit in San Antonio, underscoring the concern for a recently re-signed starter on a four-year, US$104 million deal.