RJ Barrett Shines Despite Raptors Loss

In a tightly contested 99-95 loss to the Pistons, RJ Barrett scored 22 points, alongside six rebounds, seven assists, and one block, although he shot only 33% from the field. This performance marked Barrett's second time surpassing the 20-point mark in his last six games, contributing to an average of 16.5 points during this stretch. Despite his shooting struggles, Barrett remains a key player for the Raptors, ranking as their second-highest scorer behind Jakob Poeltl, who achieved a season-high of 25 points. Throughout the season, Barrett has maintained impressive averages of 21.4 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game. His performance illustrates his growing role since joining Toronto last season.