The Toronto Raptors’ forward, Scottie Barnes, has secured a position on the 2026 NBA All-Star Team as a reserve, distinguished by votes from league coaches. This noteworthy recognition underscores his significant contribution to the Raptors, who currently hold fourth place in the standings.
Scottie Barnes’ Impressive Season
Throughout the season, Barnes has consistently demonstrated his leadership on the court. He is averaging:
- 19.4 points
- 8.3 rebounds
- 5.6 assists
In 49 games, Barnes has also made history by leading the NBA in total stocks, which accumulate both steals and blocks, reaching a total of 136.
All-Star Appearances
This marks the second All-Star appearance in Barnes’ career. He previously made his All-Star debut during the 2023-24 season, where he recorded:
- 19.9 points per game
- 8.2 rebounds per game
- 6.1 assists per game
- 1.3 steals per game
- 1.5 blocks per game
At just 24 years old, he joins an elite group as only the sixth Raptor to achieve multiple All-Star selections, alongside stars such as Vince Carter and Kyle Lowry.
Team Insights and Future Prospects
This season, Barnes stands as the sole representative from the 29-21 Raptors, pending any potential injury replacements. Before the announcement, head coach Darko Rajakovic expressed hope for two All-Star selections from the team, mentioning forward Brandon Ingram, who leads the Raptors in scoring at 21.9 points per game.
Rajakovic commented on the team’s performance during this rebuild phase, emphasizing that both Barnes and Ingram are deserving of All-Star recognition based on their respective performances this season.
Other All-Star Nominations
Several former Raptors also received All-Star nods, including:
- Pascal Siakam from the Indiana Pacers (fourth selection)
- Norman Powell from the Miami Heat (first selection)
Additionally, Jamal Murray from the Denver Nuggets, a Kitchener native, has earned his first All-Star nomination, averaging:
- 25.8 points
- 4.3 rebounds
- 7.4 assists
Murray’s impressive shooting stats include a 49.2% field goal percentage and 44.7% from three-point range, making him the fifth Canadian in NBA history to achieve this honor.
Event Details
The 2026 NBA All-Star Game is set to take place on February 15 at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles. Details about the All-Star reserves include notable players such as:
- Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland Cavaliers
- Karl-Anthony Towns, New York Knicks
- Anthony Edwards, Minnesota Timberwolves
- Chet Holmgren, Oklahoma City Thunder
- Kevin Durant, Houston Rockets
- Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns
- LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers
As the season progresses, Scottie Barnes’ contributions to the Raptors and his All-Star selection will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.
