The Toronto Raptors are playing the second night of a back-to-back, facing the Philadelphia 76ers and their star center Joel Embiid. However, Jakob Poeltl will not be available for the matchup.
Poeltl is sitting out as a precaution due to a lower back injury. The team is opting for injury management on the second consecutive game night.
"Raptors are holding Jakob Poeltl out tonight in Philly for (lower back) injury management. Likely just precautionary on the second night of a back to back."
In other NBA news, the Pelicans are facing challenges with Zion Williamson that a trade alone won't resolve.
Author’s summary: Jakob Poeltl is sidelined for the Raptors' back-to-back game in Philadelphia due to lower back injury management, paving the way for increased roles for Mamukelashvili and Murray-Boyles.