Scottie Barnes is set to sign a five-year maximum rookie extension with the Toronto Raptors worth up to $270 million, making him the highest-paid player in franchise history. The contract, which becomes official on July 6, will begin in the 2025-26 season and could reach the supermax level if Barnes meets certain criteria such as making an All-NBA team. Barnes, who averages 19.9 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 6.1 assists, has been pivotal for the Raptors, especially since winning Rookie of the Year in 2021-22 and making the All-Star team last season. The Raptors have clearly positioned Barnes as the cornerstone of their future, especially after trading key players like Pascal Siakam and OG Anunoby. This extension solidifies Toronto's commitment to building their team around Barnes, who has shown significant growth and potential in his short NBA career.