Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes is officially a first-time All-Star.
The third year player got selected as an injury replacement along with Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young.
Barnes joins a short list of Raptors players who have made it to an NBA All-Star Game.
He will share the floor with the best players in the league tonight.
Barnes talked about being an All-Star and what his ultimate goal is with Toronto via TSN’s Kayla Grey:
“You know, first two years, start off the first year strong, Rookie of the year and then you know right now, we’re All-Star. Last year made the Rising Stars game, but you know, I think my path is more than that, it’s winning basketball games with our team and team success. My ultimate goal at the end of the day is trying to win a championship with the Raptors, and you know, that my main focus.”
Scottie Barnes’ reaction to playing in his first All-Star Game:
“I think my path is more than that … my ultimate goal at the end of the day is trying to win a championship with the Raptors.” pic.twitter.com/cedPZ0ymsN
— THE SHIFT (@theshift_sports) February 17, 2024
The Raptors need someone to build around going into their future and Barnes seems to be that guy. The 22-year-old has already shown flashes of being a superstar.
He is only scratching the surface when it comes to his career so there is still plenty of room to grow.
Being in the NBA All-Star Game is only going to help him continue to grow as a player and person.
Barnes wants to win a championship in Toronto
Barnes has already accomplished a lot in his career. He won Rookie of the Year, made the Rising Stars team and now he is gong to be playing in the All-Star Game.
Winning a championship might seems like a lofty goal, but Barnes seems determined to make it happen.
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