Raptors’ Scotty Barnes has a funny 2-word reaction to a fan’s portrait
Toronto Raptors‘ Scottie Barnes is having a wonderful season, and will not go unnoticed by the fans. The 2022 Rookie of the Year has now become a franchise star and one of the NBA’s brightest young players.
Fans embraced Barnes, despite the rumors leading up to the trade deadline The Raptors could shake things up in the midst of a losing season, and they seem to be showing their appreciation for the 23-year-old forward in a number of unique ways – the latest being a kind of caricature drawing.
Fan art appeared on social media, via Legion Hoops on X, formerly Twitter.
“Someone drew a picture of Scotty Barnes and sent it to him
Fan: “I drew you king.”
Scotty: “Trolling?”
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Barnes has developed a joyous reputation around the league, and his down-to-earth interactions with his fans – and basketball pundits – are proof of that. Despite the team’s 11-32 record, Barnes lifted the spirits of Raptors fans with his demeanor and performances on a nightly basis.
Scotty Barnes’ 2024-25 Raptors campaign
Barnes is averaging 19.8 points, 8.1 rebounds and 6.6 assists for the Raptors this season. While the Raptors are obviously rebuilding, they are confident in the asset they have in Barnes. He fits the mold of a franchise player who can return a team to a championship. The The Raptors recently added more depth in the frontcourt to help Barnes.
Still, with the trade deadline quickly approaching, it’s possible that the Raptors’ big three of Barnes, Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett could be top targets for playoff contenders in 2024-25. While Toronto could hang on, nothing can be ruled out when it comes to a team looking to the future.
Ahead of Toronto’s matchup with the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday night, Barnes is looking to keep his streak of solid performances going.
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