Breaking: Scottie Barnes Selected as All-Star Reserve; Raptors’ Forward Secures Second All-Star Berth in Impressive Form
Title: Raptors’ Scottie Barnes Becomes All-Star For The Second Time, Setting Franchise Records
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Raptors’ Scottie Barnes Secures Second All-Star Nod in Three Years
The Toronto Raptors forward, Scottie Barnes, has been voted into the 2026 NBA All-Star Game as a reserve by the league’s coaches. This is the 24-year-old’s second All-Star appearance, an impressive feat for a player in just his fourth season.
Barnes Leading Raptors’ Resurgence
Barnes has been the heart and soul of the fourth-place Raptors this season. Leading the team in points (19.4), rebounds (8.3), and assists (5.6) per game, he’s also the league’s steals and blocks combined (total stocks) leader with 136.
Raptors’ All-Star History Made
Barnes joins an exclusive list of Raptors greats to make multiple All-Star appearances with the franchise: Vince Carter, Chris Bosh, DeMar DeRozan, Kyle Lowry, and Pascal Siakam. The 24-year-old is also the lone representative from Toronto this season, barring potential injury replacements.
Rajakovic’s Prediction Falls Short
Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic predicted that Barnes and forward Brandon Ingram would be named All-Stars. However, only Barnes made the cut. Former Raptors Pascal Siakam (Indiana Pacers) and Norman Powell (Miami Heat) earned nods, along with Canadian Jamal Murray of the Denver Nuggets.
Canadians in the All-Star Game
Murray is the fifth Canadian to make the All-Star Game, following Steve Nash, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Andrew Wiggins, and Jamaal Magloire.
The Rest of the All-Star Roster
Here’s a look at the other reserves voted into the 2026 NBA All-Star Game:
Eastern Conference:
- Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland Cavaliers
- Jalen Johnson, Atlanta Hawks
- Karl-Anthony Towns, New York Knicks
- Pascal Siakam, Indiana Pacers
- Norman Powell, Miami Heat
- Scottie Barnes, Toronto Raptors
- Jalen Duren, Detroit Pistons
Western Conference:
- Anthony Edwards, Minnesota Timberwolves
- Jamal Murray, Denver Nuggets
- Chet Holmgren, Oklahoma City Thunder
- Kevin Durant, Houston Rockets
- Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns
- Deni Avdija, Portland Trail Blazers
- LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers
FAQ:
Q: Who is the youngest Raptor to make multiple All-Star appearances?
A: Scottie Barnes is the youngest Raptor to achieve this feat.
Q: How many former Raptors are in the 2026 All-Star Game?
A: Four former Raptors are in the 2026 All-Star Game: Pascal Siakam, Norman Powell, and, of course, Scottie Barnes.
Did you know?
Scotty Barnes is just the sixth Raptor ever to make multiple All-Star Games. Discover more fascinating Raptors facts here!
Pro Tip:
Keep an eye on Barnes’ stats and leadership as the Raptors continue their resurgence in the Eastern Conference. He’s poised for another dominant season and potentially more All-Star appearances.
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