
#19C · Toronto Raptors
Height
7'0"
Weight
253 lbs
Age
30
College
Utah
Experience
9 yrs
Wingspan
7'2.8"
Reach
9'3.5"
Hand Size
9.25" × 10.25"
Grade Jakob Poeltl
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On the field, Jakob Poeltl grades out as a strong C for Toronto Raptors (B+ Impact). That places him 12th of 97 graded centers. In his on-court role, the grade is strong (B+ Role), reflecting how he produces relative to others at his position. Against that production, his deal reads as a clear bargain on the Contract Value Index (A-) — the team is paying below what the play would command. The public read is mixed (C- Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal rather than the box score.
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | ![]() | 641 | 10.7 | 7.0 | 2.0 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 70.0% | 42.9% | 55.9% |
| 2025-26 | ![]() | 46 | 10.7 | 7.0 | 2.0 |
| Season | Team | GP | PTS | REB | AST | FG% | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | ![]() | 46 | 10.7 | 7.0 | 2.0 | 70.0% | C+ C+ |
| 2024-25 | ![]() | 57 | 14.5 | 9.6 | 2.8 | 62.7% | B+ B+ |
| 2023-24 | ![]() | 50 | 11.1 | 8.6 | 2.5 | 65.6% | B B |
| 2022-23 | ![]() | 72 | 12.5 | 9.1 | 2.7 | 62.9% | B+ B+ |
| 2021-22 | ![]() | 68 | 13.5 | 9.3 | 2.8 | 61.8% | B+ B+ |
| 2020-21 | ![]() | 69 | 8.6 | 7.9 | 1.9 | 61.6% | B- B- |
| 2019-20 | ![]() | 66 | 5.6 | 5.7 | 1.8 | 62.4% | C+ C+ |
| 2018-19 | ![]() | 77 | 5.5 | 5.3 | 1.2 | 64.5% | C C |
| 2017-18 | ![]() | 82 | 6.9 | 4.8 | 0.7 | 65.9% | D+ D+ |
| 2016-17 | ![]() | 54 | 3.1 | 3.1 | 0.2 | 58.3% | D- D- |
Grades reflect the player's performance in each season. Header grade shows the current season.
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, 5/3 | @ CLE | L 102-114 | 22 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4-5 | 0-0 | +9 |
| Fri, 5/1 | vs CLE | W 112-110 | 22 | 2 |
Length
2 years
Total Value
$39.0M
Guaranteed
$39.0M
AAV
$19.5M/yr
Jakob Poeltl's contract with the Toronto Raptors grades out as an A- CVI — the team is getting significantly more on-court production than what they're paying for. Jakob's production is solid — comfortably above the league-average center threshold. His $19.5M average annual value ranks as mid-tier money for the center market. The value equation works strongly in the team's favor — they're getting upper-tier production at a price point that builds roster depth. At 30, Jakob is in his prime productive window — exactly when teams want their highest-paid players performing at their peak. The 2-year deal keeps the commitment short, giving the team financial flexibility to move on if performance drops.
Jakob Poeltl earns a B+ Performance grade this season — a quality starter-level center putting up solid numbers for the Toronto Raptors. Through 641 games, Jakob is contributing 10.7 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game in his role. Jakob's strongest area is FG% at 70.0, which compares favorably to the center median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 2.0 (center median: 4.0). Among 97 NBA centers graded this season, Jakob ranks 12th. Jakob is a reliable contributor who the Toronto Raptors can count on game to game.
Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the A band — a quick read on where Jakob's contract sits relative to comparable money.
Jakob Poeltl ranks 12th of 97 graded centers by performance. That slots Jakob between Joel Embiid (B+) just ahead and Isaiah Hartenstein (B+) just behind.
Graded higher
Joel EmbiidPhiladelphia SixersB+Bam AdebayoMiami HeatB+Robert Williams IIIPortland Trail BlazersB+Graded lower
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| 2024-25 | ![]() | 57 | 14.5 | 9.6 | 2.8 | 1.2 | 1.2 | 62.7% | 33.3% | 67.4% |
| 2023-24 | ![]() | 50 | 11.1 | 8.6 | 2.5 | 0.7 | 1.5 | 65.6% | 0.0% | 55.1% |
| 2022-23 | ![]() | 72 | 12.5 | 9.1 | 2.7 | 0.9 | 1.2 | 62.9% | 0.0% | 59.2% |
| 2021-22 | ![]() | 68 | 13.5 | 9.3 | 2.8 | 0.7 | 1.7 | 61.8% | 100.0% | 49.5% |
| 2020-21 | ![]() | 69 | 8.6 | 7.9 | 1.9 | 0.7 | 1.8 | 61.6% | 0.0% | 50.8% |
| 2019-20 | ![]() | 66 | 5.6 | 5.7 | 1.8 | 0.6 | 1.4 | 62.4% | 0.0% | 46.5% |
| 2018-19 | ![]() | 77 | 5.5 | 5.3 | 1.2 | 0.4 | 0.9 | 64.5% | 0.0% | 53.3% |
| 2017-18 | ![]() | 82 | 6.9 | 4.8 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 1.2 | 65.9% | 50.0% | 59.4% |
| 2016-17 | ![]() | 54 | 3.1 | 3.1 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 58.3% | 0.0% | 54.4% |
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| Wed, 4/29 | @ CLE | L 120-125 | 21 | 14 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5-6 | 0-0 | +6 |
| Sun, 4/26 | vs CLE | W 93-89 | 21 | 10 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4-7 | 0-0 | -7 |
| Fri, 4/24 | vs CLE | W 126-104 | 18 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4-6 | 0-0 | +4 |
| Mon, 4/20 | @ CLE | L 105-115 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1-2 | 0-0 | -7 |
| Sat, 4/18 | @ CLE | L 113-126 | 21 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1-2 | 0-0 | 0 |
| Sun, 4/12 | vs BKN | W 136-101 | 19 | 11 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5-5 | 0-0 | +16 |
| Fri, 4/10 | @ NYK | L 95-112 | 19 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2-3 | 0-0 | -14 |
| Thu, 4/9 | vs MIA | W 128-114 | 17 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3-4 | 0-0 | +4 |
Jakob Poeltl enters 2025-26 as a capable rotation starter whose perception has been dampened by recent scrutiny regarding his fit within Toronto's system and roster construction. Media coverage reflects a paradox: while his individual performance metrics remain solid (63.6% FG, 1.2 BPG), outlets like The Athletic have questioned whether his skill set aligns with the Raptors' broader strategic direction, creating uncertainty about his long-term role. Trade speculation—particularly regarding potential successors and the franchise's pivot toward different roster configurations—has further eroded confidence in his standing with the organization, despite evidence of his contributions during playoff pushes. Fan and media perception appears to have shifted from viewing him as a stabilizing defensive anchor to questioning whether his $19.5M salary represents optimal resource allocation for a rebuilding contender. Heading into the season, Poeltl's reputation rests on demonstrating sustained health and impact during critical games, as organizational ambiguity has replaced the baseline respect typically afforded to nine-year veterans.
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