Walter logged five points (1-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and seven rebounds across 27 minutes during Saturday's 118-111 overtime loss to the Hornets.
Walter moved into the starting lineup for just the second time this season, replacing Collin Murray-Boyles, who shifted back to the bench. Despite the promotion, Walter failed to make the most of his opportunity, scoring no more than five points for the third time in the past five games. He has been alternating good and bad games over his past six appearances, a trend he will look to continue when the Raptors face the Knicks on Sunday.
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Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walter: Starting Saturday
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Walter will start Saturday's game against the Hornets.
After Collin Murray-Boyles got the starting nod in Wednesday's win over Indiana with RJ Barrett (knee) sidelined, Walter will return to the starting five Saturday. Over his last five appearances (one start), the second-year guard has averaged 9.6 points, 2.4 rebounds and 2.2 steals in 22.4 minutes per contest.
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Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walter: Moved back to bench
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Walter won't start Wednesday's game against the Pacers.
Walter made a spot start Monday in place of RJ Barrett (knee). While Barrett remains out Wednesday, the Raptors are turning to Collin Murray-Boyles in the first unit. Walter logged five points, three rebounds, one assist and two steals during the start.
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Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walter: Does little in spot start
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Walter logged five points (2-8 FG, 1-5 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and two steals over 24 minutes during the Raptors' 110-99 win over the Cavaliers on Monday.
Walter made his first start of the season Monday due to the absence of RJ Barrett (knee). Walter didn't make much of an impact during Monday's win, though he did tie Jakob Poeltl with a team-high two steals. Walter could start against the Pacers on Wednesday if Barrett is not cleared to return.
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Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walter: Starting role Monday
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Walter is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.
Walter will make his first start of the season with RJ Barrett (knee) sidelined. The second-year guard is coming off a season-high 16-point outing in Sunday's win over the Nets and is averaging 10.0 points, 2.3 steals, 1.7 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 18.7 minutes across the Raptors' past three games.
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Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walter: Provides spark off bench in win
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Walter logged 16 points (6-7 FG, 4-5 FT), one rebound and one steal over 19 minutes during the Raptors' 119-109 win over the Nets on Sunday.
Walter led the Raptors with four three-pointers, and his 16 points were tied with RJ Barrett (knee) for second most on the team behind Scottie Barnes (17), in what was a balanced scoring effort from Toronto. Walter has seen more playing time of late, having logged 15 minutes or more in four of his last five outings. The second-year pro could be in line for a larger role, as Barrett is getting imaging Monday to determine the severity of his right knee sprain that he suffered during the third quarter of Sunday's game, per Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca.
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Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walter: Limited role continues
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Walter ended Saturday's 129-111 win over the Pacers with three points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and three steals across 15 minutes.
Walter continues to play limited minutes off the bench and has yet to exceed 16 minutes in any game thus far. As long as the Raptors are healthy, it appears as though Walter will be utilized sparingly on most nights, limiting his fantasy value to only the deepest leagues. Through 10 games, he is averaging just 3.2 points in 11.9 minutes.
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Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walter: Fares well in limited run
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Walter registered eight points (2-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and three rebounds over 11 minutes during Tuesday's 128-100 win over the Bucks.
This game was a blowout for Toronto, allowing the team to rely on its bench down the stretch. This was Walter's fifth appearance of the season, and it's clear that he's not going to see much playing time while the Raptors are close to full strength.
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Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walter: Makes 2025-26 debut
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Walter (illness) tallied three points (1-2 FG, 1-2 3Pt), one rebound, one assist and one block across 10 minutes Monday in the Raptors' 121-103 loss to the Spurs.
Walter was sidelined for the Raptors' season-opening win over the Hawks last Wednesday due to the illness, but he had been available for both of Toronto's subsequent two contests. He went unused in both of those games as a coach's decision, but Walter was able to crack the rotation Monday while Gradey Dick (eight minutes) had his playing time scaled back. Walter was a minus-10 during his abbreviated time on the court, so it's unclear if head coach Darko Rajakovic will have much motivation to make him a regular part of the second unit moving forward.
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Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walter: Available vs. Milwaukee
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Walter (illness) is available for Friday's game against the Bucks, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.
Walter is ready to make his season debut Friday. The swingman will be an option for head coach Darko Rajakovic toward the end of his bench, but Walter's presence may not have a big impact on the minutes of Gradey Dick and Ochai Agbaji.
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Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walter: Upgraded to probable
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Walter has been upgraded to probable for Friday's game against the Bucks with an illness.
Walter is likely to be available for his season debut Friday. The swingman will be an option near the end of the Toronto bench, but his presence may not adversely affect the playing time of Gradey Dick and Ochai Agbaji very much.
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Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walter: Questionable for Friday
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Walter (illness) is questionable to play in Friday's game against the Bucks.
After missing the season opener against the Hawks due to an illness, Walter has a chance to make his season debut. Gradey Dick and Ochai Agbaji will likely receive a boost in minutes if Walter is unable to play.
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Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walter: Sitting out with illness
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Walter won't play in Wednesday's season opener against Atlanta due to an illness, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
The ailment should render Walter day-to-day prior to Friday's matchup against the Bucks. More playing time from the second unit will be available for Gradey Dick and Ochai Agbaji on Wednesday.
Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walter: Scores 10 points in spot start
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Walter had 10 points (3-10 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds, two assists and two steals in 22 minutes during Sunday's preseason victory over Washington.
Coming off a poor performance Friday, Walter was inserted into the starting lineup, with Brandon Ingram given the night off. In what was a much-improved effort, Walter pushed his claim for a regular rotation spot, something that is far from a guarantee. Despite a strong end to the 2024-25 season, Walter will have to claw his way to playing time, assuming the Toronto roster can remain healthy.
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Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walter: Gets starting nod
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Walter will enter the starting lineup for Sunday's preseason game against the Wizards, according to Raptors reporter Vivek Jacob.
Walter is coming off a dud, as he contributed one point (0-8 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five assists, two rebounds and one turnover across 22 minutes in Friday's 107-105 preseason win over the Celtics. Walter, who is not guaranteed a rotation spot, is getting a huge opportunity Sunday with Brandon Ingram (rest) getting another night off.
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Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walter: Posts dud in win
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Walter contributed one point (0-8 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five assists, two rebounds and one turnover across 22 minutes of Friday's 107-105 preseason win over the Celtics.
The Raptors sat out their entire starting lineup Friday, so Walter will be disappointed not to have a larger impact on this game. Toronto's rotation is noticeably deeper this season, particularly on the wings, and Walter's spot is not guaranteed.
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Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walter: Provides 15 points from bench
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Walter posted 15 points (4-7 FG, 5-5 FT, 2-3 3Pt), three rebounds, three assists, a steal and a blocked shot over 22 minutes in Wednesday's 130-122 preseason win over the Kings.
Walter's participation as a rookie was aided by numerous injuries on Toronto's roster. Still, the team enters the season with a fairly clean bill of health Brandon Ingram's addition doesn't help Walter's cause either. For now, it appears that the Baylor product will compete for minutes in the second unit alongside Gradey Dick, Ochai Agbaji and Jamison Battle.
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