Ingram tallied 24 points (10-17 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven assists, four rebounds and one block over 35 minutes during the Raptors' 112-96 loss to the Celtics on Saturday.
Ingram co-led the Raptors in scoring with Sandro Mamukelashvili, and the former also tied a season high with seven dimes during Saturday's loss. Ingram continues to carry the scoring load for the Raptors this season, even more so in the absence of RJ Barrett (knee), who has not played since Nov. 23 against the Nets. In the 12 games without Barrett in the lineup, Ingram has averaged 24.1 points, 5.9 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 2.5 threes over 35.8 minutes per game.
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Raptors' Immanuel Quickley: Tough shooting night Saturday
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Quickley logged three points (1-12 FG, 1-7 3Pt), seven assists, four rebounds, one steal and one block over 32 minutes during the Raptors' 112-96 loss to the Celtics on Saturday.
It was a rough shooting performance out of the sixth-year point guard, who scored a season-low three points and has now failed to reach double-digit points in back-to-back games. He has gone 4-for-24 from three-point range over his last four outings, and he'll look to get out of his scoring funk in the second leg of the Raptors' back-to-back set Sunday against Brooklyn.
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Raptors' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Swishes six triples vs. Boston
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Mamukelashvili finished Saturday's 112-96 loss to the Celtics with 24 points (9-13 FG, 6-9 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist and one block over 30 minutes.
Mamukelashvili was in the Raptors' starting lineup for a second consecutive game due to the absence of Jakob Poeltl (back). Mamukelashvili played a key role for Toronto on offense, finishing with season highs in both points and three-pointers while co-leading the Raptors in scoring with Brandon Ingram. Poeltl is considered day-to-day due to his injury, so Mamukelashvili could make a third consecutive start in the back end of the Raptors' back-to-back set Sunday against the Nets.
Barrett (knee) has been cleared to participate in on-court activities, Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca reports.
It's a significant step in Barrett's recovery from a right knee sprain that he sustained in late November. The next step is for Barrett to participate in live work against coaches. After that, he'll return to practice and eventually participate in live scrimmages. It's uncertain how quickly he'll be able to advance through these final hurdles, but a December return may not be feasible.
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Raptors' Jakob Poeltl: Out Saturday, considered DTD
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Poeltl (back) won't play in Saturday's game against the Celtics, Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Per Grange, head coach Darko Rajakovic said Poeltl's back injury wasn't considered serious, and the big man is considered day-to-day. Poeltl's next chance to play will come Sunday at Brooklyn. In the meantime, Sandro Mamukelashvili and Collin Murray-Boyles should handle most of the minutes at center.
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Raptors' Jakob Poeltl: Not expected to play Saturday
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Poeltl (back) has been downgraded to doubtful for Saturday's game against the Celtics, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Poeltl was held out of Thursday's win over the Bucks while managing a back injury. He was initially tagged as questionable for Saturday's game, but it appears the veteran center will be held out of the front end of the Raptors' back-to-back set. Assuming Poeltl is ruled out, Sandro Mamukelashvili would likely start at center for a second consecutive game (and fourth time this season).
Raptors' Jakob Poeltl: Questionable against Boston
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Poeltl (back) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Celtics, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.
The Raptors continue to monitor Poeltl while he manages a lower-back injury. If the veteran big man doesn't get the green light, Sandro Mamukelashvili would likely draw the start at center and experience a surge in fantasy value.
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Raptors' RJ Barrett: Out again Saturday
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Barrett (knee) won't play Saturday against the Celtics, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.
Barrett is slowly ramping back up toward a return, but an exact timetable has yet to be determined. For now, he can be considered highly questionable for Sunday's game against the Nets.
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Raptors' Jamison Battle: Limited minutes Thursday
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Battle (ankle) recorded zero points (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist across five minutes in Thursday's 111-105 win over the Bucks.
Battle saw his first action since Dec. 5, after a left ankle sprain had kept him out for two games before he was cleared to play Monday. He ultimately went unused in a coach's decision in the Raptors' eventual 106-96 win over the Heat that day, but Battle was able to get some light run in the rotation Thursday while Toronto was without Jakob Poeltl (back) and RJ Barrett (knee). One or both of those players could be ready to play in the Raptors' next game Saturday versus the Celtics, so Battle may soon find himself back outside of the rotation.
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Raptors' Ochai Agbaji: Notches 10 points
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Agbaji finished Thursday's 111-105 win over the Bucks with 10 points (4-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and one steal over 20 minutes.
Agbaji has logged at least 20 minutes over his last four appearances, but he reached double-digit points in just two of those. His upside isn't the greatest due to a low usage rate, and his minutes will be in serious danger with RJ Barrett (knee) due back soon.
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Raptors' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Logs 18 points in spot start
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Mamukelashvili registered 18 points (8-12 FG, 2-6 3Pt), seven rebounds, two assists and one steal over 36 minutes during the Raptors' 111-102 win over the Bucks on Thursday.
With Jakob Poeltl (injury management) sidelined, Mamukelashvili was thrust into the starting lineup Thursday for the third time this season. He made the most of his opportunity, with his 18 points being his most since Nov. 21 against the Wizards (23) and third most on the Raptors behind Brandon Ingram (29) and Scottie Barnes (24). Mamukelashvili will likely revert to a reserve role against the Celtics on Saturday, assuming Poeltl is available for that game. Even so, Mamukelashvili has earned a key and consistent role in the Raptors rotation after averaging just 11.2 minutes per game during the 2024-25 regular season as a member of the Spurs.
Raptors' Scottie Barnes: Double-double vs. Milwaukee
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Barnes tallied 24 points (10-14 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-5 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal over 36 minutes during the Raptors' 111-102 win over the Bucks on Thursday.
Barnes' five turnovers and three missed free throws were his blemishes of the night, but he led both teams in rebounds and finished second in scoring behind teammate Brandon Ingram (29 points). Barnes is up to 14 double-doubles this season, four of which have come over his last six games. He has averaged 20.8 points, 8.5 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 1.5 threes, 1.6 blocks and 1.2 steals over 35.6 minutes per game over his last 10 outings.
Ingram posted 29 points (9-18 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 7-8 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and two steals over 35 minutes during the Raptors' 111-102 win over the Bucks on Thursday.
Ingram scored from everywhere during Thursday's win and has tallied at least 28 points in four consecutive games. He has gone 16-for-25 from deep over that span, which is a far cry from his 30.2 percent clip on 4.4 3PA/G through the first 24 games of the regular season. Since Dec. 2, Ingram has averaged 23.7 points, 6.4 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 2.6 threes over 35.2 minutes per game.
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Raptors' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Starting vs. Milwaukee
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Mamukelashvili is in the Raptors' starting lineup against the Bucks on Thursday.
Mamukelashvili will make his third start of the regular season Thursday due to the absence of Jakob Poeltl (injury management). Mamukelashvili has enjoyed an expanded role during his first season with the Raptors, and over his last 12 games he has averaged 10.4 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.1 threes over 21.7 minutes per game.
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Raptors' Jakob Poeltl: Ruled out for Thursday
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Poeltl (injury management) won't suit up for Thursday's game in Milwaukee, Ian Finlayson of Sportsnet reports.
The Raptors haven't played since Monday, and Thursday's game does not come as a back-to-back set, so it's somewhat concerning that Poeltl is taking the night off. Toronto's next two games come as a Saturday-Sunday back-to-back, so there's a chance Poeltl will need to miss at least one more match. With the big man unavailable Thursday night, expect more minutes for Sandro Mamukelashvili and Collin Murray-Boyles.
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Raptors' Jakob Poeltl: Downgraded to questionable
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Poeltl (injury management) has been downgraded to questionable for Thursday's game against the Bucks, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Poeltl was initially listed as probable by the Raptors, so this downgrade is a worrying sign for fantasy managers. If this downgrade is any indication, the Raptors are seriously considering a maintenance day for their starting center to address lingering back soreness. If he sits out, the Raptors could lean on Sandro Mamukelashvili and Collin Murray-Boyles.
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