Barrett notched a team-high 23 points (7-17 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 28 minutes during Saturday's 118-117 loss to the Wizards. After being rested on the front half of a back-to-back Friday,

The Toronto Raptors have begun tanking in earnest as they turn their attention toward a top pick in this year's draft

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They chose to not land excess draft picks when they traded away OG Anunoby last season, prioritizing winning players such as RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley. While both players are starter caliber, neither has improved the Raptors' winning fortunes in any way.

For the first time this season, Toronto has ruled out Jakob Poeltl and RJ Barrett for “rest” ahead of Friday’s game against the Utah Jazz. Both starters will sit as the Raptors continue their descent toward the bottom of the standings against one of the league’s worst teams.

The Toronto Raptors reportedly discussed trading RJ Barrett to the New Orleans Pelicans as part of the deal for Brandon Ingram

But the Pelicans not having to pay Brandon Ingram doesn't help them become a better team. If the Pels are going to move forward with Zion as their star player, which it looks like they will do (they don't have many other choices) then is clearing out cap room really the most beneficial move?

The San Antonio Spurs have many reasons why they should jump at a chance to trade for one Toronto Raptors star that may become available come season’s end.

The Raptors watched RJ Barrett put the Suns on ice late in the fourth quarter, sparking multiple social media reactions after.

Find out how to watch Toronto Raptors vs. Utah Jazz live streaming online, plus TV channel and game info for this NBA matchup on March 7.