"The Toronto Raptors have made it very difficult for the rest of the league to not take notice, after exceeding expectations to start the season. There has been no shortage of meaningful contributions up and down the lineup. Whether it's the injection on offense via Brandon Ingram, the contestant shooting from Immanuel Quickley, or the gaps bridged by Scottie Barnes, this Raptors squad has seen an uptick in efficiency that can even be traced back to the end of last season."
"But when bringing up meaningful contributions, you have to include RJ Barrett in the conversation. Through 17 games this season, Barrett has posted averages of 19.4 PPG and 3.8 APG as the third -sometimes fourth option on offense. He's been out the last couple of games with a right knee sprain, and he still isn't practicing in on-court activities. The Raptors sure could use his help on offense,"
"What has really stood out from Barrett's play has been his efficiency, which has seen a significant jump from last year. According to Cleaning The Glass, Barrett is shooting 52% from mid-range, which puts him in the top 15 amongst wings in the NBA. He also pairs that with a 17.7 AST% that also puts him in the top 15."
The Toronto Raptors have exceeded preseason expectations and display balanced contributions across the roster, including Brandon Ingram, Immanuel Quickley, and Scottie Barnes. RJ Barrett is averaging 19.4 points and 3.8 assists through 17 games while operating as a third- or sometimes fourth-option. Barrett is sidelined with a right knee sprain and is not practicing, and the team has dropped two of three games with declines in Pts/Poss and eFG% after a nine-game win streak ended. Barrett's efficiency has risen markedly — 52% mid-range shooting and a 17.7% AST% rank among the top 15 wings. Barrett has taken on leadership with younger players and exerts influence beyond the Raptors.
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