"Jakob Poeltl has come to be beloved by the Toronto Raptors fanbase. But as much as the fans don't want to see him go, it's going to be important everyone understand that if this team is to make a big swing for a star player, Poeltl is almost certainly going to have to be part of the deal. This is just the reality of Toronto's situation in the current NBA landscape."
"But the fact of the matter is, Jakob's contract dictates that he will almost certainly have to be moved in the event Toronto wants to make a deal for a big name. That's entirely because of his contract situation. Poeltl has this season and next on his current deal, but then he's already signed for three additional years after that, too."
Jakob Poeltl has become a fan favorite in Toronto after earlier earning a starting role and returning to the team in 2023. He developed into a reliable interior presence and efficient rim scorer during four and a half seasons with the San Antonio Spurs, becoming a nightly double-double threat. Poeltl has been a consistent producer and a grounding presence on a roster that frequently changes. Poeltl's contract includes the current season, next season, and three additional guaranteed years thereafter, creating a financial reality that likely requires his inclusion in any package to acquire a star player.
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