""That's a guy you would love to play with, just off the strength of how he contributes to his team. He's not really ever caught up in the scoring. He's always trying to look to find others, guards at a high level, and picks up full court. He's always been a super impactful player in my eyes in terms of the stuff he does for the team. He's just a winning player.""
""I think we were all super locked in. Just trying to keep causing turnovers and keep trying as hard as we can on defense-it just helped the lead grow for us.""
Scottie Barnes has significantly improved his All-NBA candidacy by excelling as the Raptors' point guard. In the absence of Immanuel Quickley, Barnes has averaged 23.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 13.5 assists over two games. The Raptors achieved convincing wins against the New Orleans Pelicans and Orlando Magic. Barnes's performance included a career-high 15 assists and notable defensive stats, making him the only player this season with over 100 steals and blocks. His contributions have garnered praise from peers, highlighting his impact on the team's success.
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