The Raptors can redeploy their minutes to see more from their young role players, reaping some other benefits in the process.

The Toronto Rptors are 19-42 in the season and own the third-worst record in the Eastern Conference, although their future is bright. Scottie Barnes has remained a star, they added Brandon Ingram, and young role players like Immanuel Quickley, RJ Barrett, and Gradey Dick have all continued to improve.

“I just think I’m a natural star defender” — Scottie Barnes led the Raptors defensive effort against Kevin Durant and the Suns and believes there’s more where that came from, for ⁦@Sportsnet⁩ sportsnet.ca/nba/article/bo… - 12:18 AM

Anthony Edwards will be motivated in his return to the court following a one-game suspension vs. the hated Suns, as our NBA player prop picks explain. Plus, a look at an Isaiah Hartenstein prop and a Scottie Barnes prop.

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Orlando plays the Toronto Raptors after Paolo Banchero scored 41 points in the Orlando Magic's 121-115 loss to the Golden State Warriors.

The Toronto Raptors have listed Scottie Barnes as questionable with a hip injury for Friday's game against the Chicago Bulls

Scottie Barnes is back for the Toronto Raptors. The 23-year-old forward has been upgraded to available after missing Thursday’s game against the Indiana Pacers due to a left hip contusion. His return gives Toronto an almost fully healthy roster as they take on the Chicago Bulls.