Raptors' Scottie Barnes: Scores 31 points with full line

Barnes popped off for 31 points (10-15 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 11-12 FT), six rebounds, four assists, three steals and one block in 35 minutes during Friday's 119-114 preseason win over the Nets.

Barnes had been struggling offensively in his previous three preseason outings, converting just 20.0 percent of his shot attempts, so it was nice to see him finally get things going in this one. He did miss both of his three-point attempts, but long-range shooting has never been a big part of his game. Barnes can rack up the stats like few others, but the key for him will be sustained health, given he missed 17 regular-season games during the 2024-25 campaign.