Centre Jakob Poeltl was ruled out for the remainder of Tuesday's game against the New York Knicks at halftime due to a right hip pointer. Poeltl had five points and two rebounds before being forced to exit.

However, Toronto is rumored to be seeking more than a first-round pick for Poeltl (and perhaps even two). It’s the kind of price the Lakers just wouldn’t pay for a player like him, likely requiring they trade Rui Hachimura and maybe two first-round picks for a center who,

NBA rumors suggest the Lakers know it will be "pretty hard" to trade for Raptors center Jakob Poeltl as Toronto holds firm on its demands.