The Toronto Raptors are entering next season with a strong restructured roster to chase the championship title. Led by 2024 All-Star Scottie Barnes and new addition Brandon Ingram, the team is now focusing on young talent and players’ growth to get back into the Eastern Conference playoffs.
Toronto’s projected lineup looks like a strong strategic build. Immanuel Quickley is at the point guard, Ingram is at the shooting guard, RJ Barrett is at the small forward, Barnes is at the power forward, and Jakob Poeltl is at the center. At the same time, the bench features Gradey Dick, Ochai Agbaji, Ja’Kobe Walter, Jonathan Mogbo, Collin Murray-Boyles, and Sandro Mamukelashvili.
The face of the rebuild, Barnes, begins a five-year, $225 million extension as he will take charge of the leadership role. Ingam, who brings scoring and playmaking to the starting lineup, signed a three-year, $120 million extension at the trade deadline. The front office is looking for internal upgradation. Quickley and Barrett offer steady production, while the other young talents provide a high upside.
With a balanced roster and under the proper guidance of coach Darko Rajakovic, the Raptors could make it into the Eastern Conference’s top eight. The roster looks promising, and the mix of youth talent can be a significant defensive threat under Rajakovic.
Breaking Down Jakob Poeltl’s Contract Extension With Toronto Raptors
The Toronto Raptors resecured Jakob Poeltl. The all-around player is coming off a promising career with a 14.5-point average, 9.6 rebounds, and shooting 62.7% from the field. He can thrive on both ends of the court efficiently and make his key impact in Toronto’s lineup.
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Poeltl signs a four-year, $104 million extension with the Raptors. The deal will keep him through the 2029-30 season. The contract starts with his $19.5 million option for 2026-27. After that, three more years are added, with an average salary of $28 million annually.
In 2016, Toronto drafted him and later let him go in 2018. Now, he is again a part of Toronto’s depth and makes a solid contribution to the team’s long-term vision.
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