While some teams have lost interest, NBA insider Marc Stein recently reported that the Toronto Raptors have emerged as a potential trade suitor.

In some ways, comparing Scottie Barnes and Zion Williamson is like a basketball philosophy test. As the two squared off Monday, Barnes showed why the Raptors feel their star is only getting better.

The Raptors spent many years certain of victory night in and night out. For the first time in years, that certainty returned.

The Rajakovic rant became one of, if not, the defining moment of a completely lost season, which happened to be his rookie year as head coach. It came following a tough loss to the host L.A. Lakers on a night when the whistle was decidedly purple and gold in the decisive fourth quarter.

New Orleans arrives without Dejounte Murray and Herb Jones, and that leaves the visitors vulnerable on the perimeter. They gave up 123 points to the Hornets at the weekend, on the heels of getting torched for 139 points by the Grizzlies on Friday — so Barnes should have ample chances to flash his playmaking skills.

Analyzing Monday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Toronto Raptors odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The NBA trade deadline is fast approaching, and the New Orleans Pelicans are among those expected to be active during this time. New Orleans sits at 12-35 on th

I feel like I’m a great defender. I feel like it doesn’t really get talked about enough but I feel like I’m a great defender. I guard whoever, can play one through

Scottie Barnes is leading by example. The 23-year-old is playing some of his best two-way basketball of the season and it has resulted in the Toronto Raptors’ turning their fortunes around.

Memphis Grizzlies forward-center Jaren Jackson Jr. and Toronto Raptors guard-forward Scottie Barnes have been named the NBA Western and Eastern Conference Players of the Week,

The Eastern Conference player of the week averaged 22 points, 9.7 rebounds and six assists in three victories.