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Raptors' Poeltl Injured: Back Tightness Halts Play
22 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Jakob Poeltl sustained lower back tightness during the game.
- He exited in the second quarter after seven minutes of play.
- The Raptors have Mamukelashvili and Murray-Boyles as center backups.
Toronto Raptors' key center Jakob Poeltl experienced lower back tightness, forcing him out of Sunday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. The announcement came during the second quarter, confirming Poeltl would not return. He had managed only seven minutes on the court, recording two points and two rebounds before the injury.
The Raptors expressed hope that Poeltl's absence would be brief, given his importance as their primary interior presence and best center. His unavailability leaves a significant gap in their lineup.
Sandro Mamukelashvili is currently backing up Poeltl at center, with rookie Collin Murray-Boyles also available to fill the role. The team will need these players to step up while Poeltl recovers.
