Barnes experienced the playoff atmosphere in Toronto as a rookie, and he has also been through seasons where they won only 20 or 30 games. The former Rookie of the Year and one-time All-Star can attest to how engaged the crowd is, regardless of the magnitude of the game.

Denver Nuggets guard-forward Peyton Watson and Toronto Raptors forward-guard Scottie Barnes have been named the NBA Players of the Week for Week 12 of the 2025-26 season. NBA Players of the Week for Week 12.

Our NBA betting picks see Scottie Barnes posting another solid effort vs. the Sixers tonight. Free NBA picks for January 12.

Kyle Lowry recently stepped back into the spotlight, playing what might have been his final game in Toronto, the city where he spent nine seasons and led the Raptors to their 2019 NBA title, yet he didn't make the night about himself.

Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes will earn himself even more fans with his expression of gratitude on Sunday.

Nuggets wing Peyton Watson and Raptors forward Scottie Barnes have been named the Western and Eastern Conference Players of the Week, respectively, according to NBA Communications (Twitter links).