History of Jakob Pöltl in Timeline
Jakob Pöltl is an Austrian professional basketball player currently playing for the Toronto Raptors in the NBA. Before joining the NBA, Pöltl played college basketball for the Utah Utes. He is known for his skills as a center and his contributions to the Raptors' frontcourt.
October 15, 1995: Jakob Pöltl's Birth
On October 15, 1995, Jakob Pöltl was born.
2013: FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship
In 2013, Jakob Pöltl participated in the FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship, drawing attention from U.S. college programs.
2013: Arkadia Traiskirchen Lions
In 2013, Jakob Pöltl played for the Arkadia Traiskirchen Lions of the Austrian Bundesliga.
2014: Commitment to Utah
In 2014, Jakob Pöltl committed to the University of Utah to play college basketball.
2014: Decision Between Professional Career and College
In 2014, Jakob Pöltl was considering a professional career versus a U.S. college education.
2015: Second Season
During his second season, in 2015, Jakob Pöltl was named to the 35-man midseason watchlist for the Naismith Trophy.
March 7, 2016: Pac-12 Player of the Year
On March 7, 2016, Jakob Pöltl was named the Pac-12 Player of the Year and All-Pac-12 First Team.
April 13, 2016: Declared for NBA Draft
On April 13, 2016, Jakob Pöltl declared for the NBA draft, forgoing his final two years of college eligibility.
July 9, 2016: Signed Rookie Contract
On July 9, 2016, Jakob Pöltl signed his rookie scale contract with the Toronto Raptors.
October 26, 2016: NBA Debut
On October 26, 2016, Jakob Pöltl made his NBA debut for the Toronto Raptors.
February 14, 2017: Fifth Career Start
On February 14, 2017, Jakob Pöltl made just his fifth career start with Toronto.
October 21, 2017: Career-High Points
On October 21, 2017, Jakob Pöltl scored a then career-high 14 points in a win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
July 2018: Trade to San Antonio Spurs
In July 2018, Jakob Pöltl was traded to the San Antonio Spurs.
July 18, 2018: Traded to the San Antonio Spurs
On July 18, 2018, Jakob Pöltl was traded to the San Antonio Spurs.
October 17, 2018: Spurs Debut
On October 17, 2018, Jakob Pöltl debuted for the San Antonio Spurs, recording 4 points.
November 24, 2020: Re-signed with Spurs
On November 24, 2020, the San Antonio Spurs announced that they had re-signed Pöltl.
March 17, 2021: Double Double
On March 17, 2021, Jakob Pöltl logged his second consecutive double-double with 20 points and a career-high 16 rebounds.
February 25, 2022: Career High Points
On February 25, 2022, Pöltl posted a career high 28 points along with 11 rebounds, 8 assists, and 2 blocks in a win against the Washington Wizards.
November 22, 2022: Career-High 31 Points
On November 22, 2022, Jakob Pöltl scored a career-high 31 points during a loss to the Portland Trail Blazers.
February 9, 2023: Traded Back to Raptors
On February 9, 2023, Jakob Pöltl was traded back to the Toronto Raptors.
February 2023: Trade Back to Raptors
In February 2023, Jakob Pöltl was traded back to the Toronto Raptors.
July 6, 2023: Re-signed with the Raptors
On July 6, 2023, Jakob Pöltl re-signed with the Raptors on a multi-year deal.
November 16, 2024: Career High Points
On November 16, 2024, Pöltl scored a career-high 35 points on 16-of-19 shooting in a loss to the Boston Celtics.
