Raptors’ Scottie Barnes named NBA rookie of the year

April 23, 2022

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Scottie Barnes from Toronto has been named NBA rookie of year.

After missing two games due to a sprained ankle, Barnes received the news just as Barnes was cleared for Saturday’s Raptors game against the Philadelphia 76ers.

The Raptors’ rookie season saw him average 15.3 points and 7.5 boards on 492.2% shooting.

“We are extremely proud of Scottie and we are thrilled and thankful that his hard work was recognized with this honor,” Toronto Raptors Vice Chairman and President MasaiUjiri saidIn a statement

“What you see is Scottie: enthusiastic. Joyful. Athletic. Skilled, and a winner. We — and our fans — loved seeing his development through this season, and we can’t wait to see what the future brings.”

Barnes, the No. The No. 4 pick in 2021’s draft makes Barnes the third Raptor to earn rookie honours, after Damon Stoudamire (1996) and Vince Carter (1999).

Saturday saw elimination for the Raptors, who trailed Philadelphia 3-0 in their best of seven series.

SourceCBC Sports

April 23, 2022

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