Raptors news: Scottie Barnes reacts to Kawhi Leonard’s ‘Scottie’s team’ claim
The Toronto Raptors pulled off one of the biggest offseason moves in re-acquiring superstar wing Kawhi Leonard from the LA Clippers. Leonard was the centerpiece of the Raptors lone championship team in 2019, and he’s still playing at an elite level. However, Leonard is ready to pass the torch to Raptors’ budding young star Scottie Barnes, a notion […] The post Raptors news: Scottie Barnes reacts…
Scottie Barnes, the Toronto Raptors' star player, expressed his thoughts on teammate Kawhi Leonard's recent claim that "Scottie's team" will be the one to secure another championship. Barnes, who was drafted by the Raptors in 2021, is clearly excited about the team's prospects under Leonard's leadership. However, he admits that adapting to this new reality is a process that still needs to be worked out.
The veteran forward, who has become a vital cog in the Raptors' machinery over the past year, is confident in the team's direction and resilience. Barnes, who played in 80 games last season, averaged an impressive 18.1 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 5.9 assists per game. His shooting percentages from the field, 3-point line, and free-throw line were also solid, suggesting that he will continue to be a significant contributor to the team's success.
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