NBA Trade Verdict
Spurs Win
On February 9, 2023, Toronto acquired Jakob Poeltl from San Antonio Spurs in exchange for Khem Birch; 2023 second round pick (#44-Sidy Cissoko); draft picks (first round pick protected top 6 in 2024-26, else 2026 second round pick, 2027 second round pick) (2024 #8-Rob Dillingham); 2025 second round pick (#37-Chaz Lanier).
February 9, 2023 San Antonio Spurs / Toronto Raptors Record confidence: High
San Antonio Spurs Received
- Player Khem Birch
- Draft Pick 2023 second round pick (#44-Sidy Cissoko)
- Draft Pick draft pick(s) (first round pick protected top 6 in 2024-26, else 2026 second round pick, 2027 second round pick) (2024 #8-Rob Dillingham)
- Draft Pick 2025 second round pick (#37-Chaz Lanier)
Toronto Raptors Received
- Player Jakob Poeltl
Trade Analysis
On February 9, 2023, Toronto acquired Jakob Poeltl from San Antonio for Khem Birch, the first used at No. 8 on Rob Dillingham, and two seconds. Poeltl became a solid starter, but the premium pick package produced materially greater long-term value for the Spurs.