RJ Barrett News, Rumors, Updates - Toronto Raptors

Still out Friday Barrett (finger) won't play in Friday's game versus the Raptors.

Impact Barrett's absence streak will extend to five games with a right finger laceration. Friday was one of his initial targets to return, so he should retake the court soon unless a report of a setback in his recovery surfaces. Barrett will have an extra day to heal for Monday's matchup with the Bucks.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Wednesday Barrett (finger) is out for Wednesday's matchup with the Spurs, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

Impact Barrett will miss his fourth straight game with a right index finger laceration. Miles McBride, Quentin Grimes and Immanuel Quickley have all seen increased roles in his absence. Barrett's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Toronto.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

RJ Barrett likely out 'a week or so' with finger laceration: source RJ Barrett is likely to miss“ a week or so” after suffering a laceration on his index finger in the opening moments of Tuesday’ s loss to th...

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • TWINCITIES.COM

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Likely to miss one week Barrett (finger) has been ruled out for Thursday's game versus the Spurs and is likely to miss "a week or so," Stefan Bondy of the New York Daily News reports.

Impact Barrett suffered a right index finger laceration early in Tuesday's 126-121 overtime loss to the Mavericks and ended up missing the final three quarters plus the extra period. While the team hasn't provided an official timeline on his return, the laceration he sustained looks as though it'll be serious enough to keep him sidelined for at least the Knicks' next three games. If Barrett is back in action in a week as anticipated, he could be eyeing a return to the floor either Jan. 4 versus the Spurs or Jan. 6 against the Raptors.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Tuesday Barrett won't return to Tuesday's game against Dallas due to a right index finger laceration.

Impact Barrett suffered the injury early in the first quarter of Tuesday's matchup, and the guard missed his only field-goal attempt and dished out one assist in two minutes before exiting. It's currently unclear how severe the cut on Barrett's finger is, but looking ahead, he'll presumably be tabbed as questionable for the Knicks' next contest Thursday against the Spurs.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Julius Randle + RJ Barrett + Mitchell Robinson | NY Knicks Media Availability (December 25, 2022)

DECEMBER 25, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Scores season-high 44 points Barrett logged 44 points (14-20 FG, 6-6 3Pt, 10-13 FT), seven rebounds and four assists over 39 minutes during Friday's 118-117 loss to Chicago.

Impact Barrett produced his best game of the season Friday and scored 19 of his 44 points in the second quarter. The performance was just two points shy of his personal best set last season. The 22-year-old has scored at least 22 points in seven of his last eight games and is averaging 27.3 points per game in that span after scoring just 18.2 points per contest through his first 25 appearances.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Posts 30 points and five boards Barrett racked up 30 points (11-19 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 4-6 FT), five rebounds, five assists and one steal over 46 minutes during Wednesday's 113-106 loss to the Raptors.

Impact Barrett has been on a tear of late and has been one of New York's main scoring threats in recent weeks, making at least eight field goals in each of his last seven appearances and scoring at least 20 points five times during that stretch. The lack of consistency on a game-to-game basis has been a huge issue for the former Duke star this season, but he seems to be moving in the right direction. Barrett is averaging 21.7 points per game in December.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Julius Randle +Immanuel Quickley + RJ Barrett | NY Knicks Media Availability (December 21, 2022)

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Julius Randle + Quentin Grimes + RJ Barrett | NY Knicks Media Availability (December 20, 2022)

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Julius Randle + Jalen Brunson + RJ Barrett | NY Knicks Media Availability (December 18, 2022)

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • YOUTUBE

RJ Barrett KEEPS IT ROLLING in Knicks win over INDIANA. | NY Knicks @ Indiana Pacers (Dec. 18, 2022)

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • YOUTUBE

RJ Barrett | NY Knicks Post-Game Media Availability (December 16, 2022)

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • YOUTUBE

RJ Barrett LEADS THE TEAM TO VICTORY Over Bulls | New York Knicks @ Chicago (Dec. 16, 2022)

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Leads all scorers with 27 points Barrett logged 27 points (9-20 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 6-11 FT), four rebounds and two assists over 38 minutes during Friday's 114-91 win over Chicago.

Impact Barrett dropped another 20-point performance Friday, powering the Knicks to their sixth straight win. Sadly, he was poor from the free throw line and failed to add any defensive stats, capping what was another strong offensive performance. He has been a top-100 player over the past week, averaging 25.3 points per game. While he remains outside the top 200 for the season, he is a must-roster player, given anyone who rosters him should be prepared for his inefficient shooting.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

RJ Barrett In KNICKS WIN Over Bulls | New York Knicks @ Chicago (Dec. 16, 2022)

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Pours in 27 points Barrett totaled 27 points (9-21 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 7-9 FT), nine rebounds, six assists, two blocks and three steals over 44 minutes during Sunday's 112-99 victory over the Kings.

Impact Barrett got off to a slow start Sunday by scoring only two points in the first quarter, but he heated up in the second period, posting 10 points, three rebounds, two assists and a steal. He would go on to score 15 points in the second half to tie Julius Randle with a game-high 27. Barrett has been playing at a high level so far in December, averaging 19.2 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.4 steals in 33.2 minutes.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

RJ Barrett | NY Knicks Post-Game Media Availability (December 11, 2022)

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • YOUTUBE

RJ Barrett | NY Knicks Post-Game Media Availability (December 09, 2022)

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Surges for 26 points Barrett supplied 26 points (9-18 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-8 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and one steal across 35 minutes during Friday's 121-102 victory over the Hornets.

Impact Barrett came into the contest having averaged 14.3 points on 37.1 percent shooting over his previous three games, but he turned things around Friday. The fourth-year pro finished second among all players in scoring behind teammate Julius Randle (33 points), and he chipped in solid numbers as a rebounder and a passer as well. Barrett's inefficient shooting brings down his fantasy value, but there's still some viability in a wing who averages 18.5 points, 5.5 boards and 1.5 three-pointers per game.

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

RJ Barrett | NY Knicks Practice Availability (December 7, 2022)

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Solid shooting in loss Barrett supplied 26 points (8-15 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), two rebounds and three assists over 33 minutes during Wednesday's 109-103 loss to Milwaukee.

Impact Barrett had a terrific first half shooting the ball, knocking down five of six field goal attempts and all four of his shots from the free-throw line for 15 points. He struggled a bit in the second half with 11 points on 3-of-9 shooting, though he still went on to lead New York with 26 points in the contest. The Knicks forward has scored 20 or more points in three of his last five games but continues to underwhelm in most other stat categories.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores efficient 22 points in loss Barrett closed with 22 points (9-18 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds and four assists across 37 minutes during Sunday's 127-123 loss to the Grizzlies.

Impact Barrett continues to alternate good and bad games, scoring 22 points on 50 percent shooting, following on from a game in which he was dreadful from the field. The fact he adds very little outside of scoring on a nightly basis does put a significant cap on his overall fantasy value. He is worth rostering in most leagues but anyone invested in him should be used to dealing with his flaws, both offensively and defensively.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan Bondy: It's time for Knicks to rethink RJ Barrett's green light NEW YORK — Pull up a chair, get cozy. It’s time to have a serious conversation about RJ Barrett.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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