"Since joining the Raptors, Quickley's shot 42.0 percent from deep with Poeltl on the floor and 36.3 percent with Poeltl off. He has shot 52.4 percent on 2s with Poeltl on and 46.6 percent with Poeltl off. It's important not to get carried away. Quickley doesn't become Steph Curry when he's alongside Poeltl. He becomes far better, but still not among the league's elite point guards."
"Quickley and Poeltl may set Toronto's floor, but they don't lift its ceiling into the sky. Regardless, they do represent an answer to some questions. The Raptors know from where they can find drives and 3-pointers. Are the Raptors able to beat good teams with the duo on the floor together? That's unclear."
"Poeltl and Quickley represent a salve for the Raptors. One that has been too rarely applied this season, both due to injury but also due to deprioritization even with the two on the court. It would behoove Darko Rajakovic to shift some offensive burden to Quickley-Poeltl pick and rolls with both available. But a salve is no long-term solution."
Quickley's shooting efficiency dramatically improves with Poeltl on the floor, shooting 42.0 percent from three and 52.4 percent on twos compared to 36.3 percent and 46.6 percent respectively when Poeltl sits. However, this pairing doesn't transform either player into an elite performer. Their combined net rating of approximately plus-4 remains consistent regardless of whether Toronto was winning or losing games. While Quickley and Poeltl provide reliable scoring and floor spacing, they don't elevate the Raptors to contender status. The duo represents a foundational answer to offensive questions but likely requires upgrades at both positions for long-term championship aspirations.
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