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Re: How long before some on this board start calling for Scottie trade to free up PT for CMB? 

Post#221 » by Raptors_Dynasty » Sat Oct 11, 2025 10:53 pm

We should learn from the Scottie experience.

CMB needs to create his own opportunities, and command playing time through evident and consistent growth.

Show us clear growth -> increased playing time, responsibilities and money.

Not the inverse.
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Re: Is it time to trade Scottie Barnes? 

Post#222 » by Harcore Fenton Mun » Sat Oct 11, 2025 11:36 pm

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If he just doesn't work on his game in the off season, that doesn't explain why he was better than expected in year 1 and 3 while worse than expected in year 2 and 4.

He got more touches, it's that simple.


He had his highest USG rate last season, so that doesn't make sense?

Yeah it does, that's why I used the word plateaued. You can't give him more minutes and expect more production going forward. He's not growing. He's skill capped.
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Re: Is it time to trade Scottie Barnes? 

Post#223 » by PushDaRock » Sat Oct 11, 2025 11:48 pm

Harcore Fenton Mun wrote:
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Harcore Fenton Mun wrote:He got more touches, it's that simple.


He had his highest USG rate last season, so that doesn't make sense?

Yeah it does, that's why I used the word plateaued. You can't give him more minutes and expect more production going forward. He's not growing. He's skill capped.


But, he had his biggest jump in USG in year 3 from year 2 and had his best season. At least for that one year he improved no?
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Re: Is it time to trade Scottie Barnes? 

Post#224 » by Harcore Fenton Mun » Sat Oct 11, 2025 11:59 pm

PushDaRock wrote:
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He had his highest USG rate last season, so that doesn't make sense?

Yeah it does, that's why I used the word plateaued. You can't give him more minutes and expect more production going forward. He's not growing. He's skill capped.


But, he had his biggest jump in USG in year 3 from year 2 and had his best season. At least for that one year he improved no?

He wasn't able to hold it. That and they cleared everybody out, made him the first option.

Going forward, he's got to put the work in. That's what we're not seeing. Effort.
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Re: Is it time to trade Scottie Barnes? 

Post#225 » by bballsparkin » Sun Oct 12, 2025 12:18 am

Harcore Fenton Mun wrote:He wasn't able to hold it. That and they cleared everybody out, made him the first option.

Going forward, he's got to put the work in. That's what we're not seeing. Effort.


Are you basing this not putting in the work thing due to the roller blade video of Scottie? :D

I mean I don't know if he's putting in the effort or not. I hope he is. He desperately needs some form of mid range game. Was DeMar trying on defence or did he not care? Dunno.
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Re: Is it time to trade Scottie Barnes? 

Post#226 » by Harcore Fenton Mun » Sun Oct 12, 2025 12:30 am

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Harcore Fenton Mun wrote:He wasn't able to hold it. That and they cleared everybody out, made him the first option.

Going forward, he's got to put the work in. That's what we're not seeing. Effort.


Are you basing this not putting in the work thing due to the roller blade video of Scottie? :D

I mean I don't know if he's putting in the effort or not. I hope he is. He desperately needs some form of mid range game. Was DeMar trying on defence or did he not care? Dunno.

I mean, partially. Really it's based off of all his off seasons. Ever notice we don't see him working out much?
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Re: Is it time to trade Scottie Barnes? 

Post#227 » by bballsparkin » Sun Oct 12, 2025 12:35 am

Harcore Fenton Mun wrote:
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Harcore Fenton Mun wrote:He wasn't able to hold it. That and they cleared everybody out, made him the first option.

Going forward, he's got to put the work in. That's what we're not seeing. Effort.


Are you basing this not putting in the work thing due to the roller blade video of Scottie? :D

I mean I don't know if he's putting in the effort or not. I hope he is. He desperately needs some form of mid range game. Was DeMar trying on defence or did he not care? Dunno.

I mean, partially. Really it's based off of all his off seasons. Ever notice we don't see him working out much?


I don't really pay attention to the off season stuff. I've read comments about his trainer. It's a big season for Scottie. Time for him to shine so we shall see.
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Re: Is it time to trade Scottie Barnes? 

Post#228 » by M3tro » Sun Oct 12, 2025 1:47 am

I'd be open to trading him for a star guard if CMB proves he can fill those shoes.
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Re: Is it time to trade Scottie Barnes? 

Post#229 » by PushDaRock » Sun Oct 12, 2025 2:07 am

Harcore Fenton Mun wrote:
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Harcore Fenton Mun wrote:Yeah it does, that's why I used the word plateaued. You can't give him more minutes and expect more production going forward. He's not growing. He's skill capped.


But, he had his biggest jump in USG in year 3 from year 2 and had his best season. At least for that one year he improved no?

He wasn't able to hold it. That and they cleared everybody out, made him the first option.

Going forward, he's got to put the work in. That's what we're not seeing. Effort.


The point is you're saying he doesn't put in any work in the offseason but there's been years where he has come into the season improved from the offseason (rookie year and year 3). Nobody really knows how hard he actually works and endless reps doesn't mean you automatically become a good shooter. Curry isn't Curry only because he takes a ton of shots and works hard.
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Re: How long before some on this board start calling for Scottie trade to free up PT for CMB? 

Post#230 » by Mr.Raptorsingh » Sun Oct 12, 2025 2:25 am

They can try starting him with Barnes

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Re: Is it time to trade Scottie Barnes? 

Post#231 » by Boogie! » Sun Oct 12, 2025 2:28 am

scottie barnes: max player, hasn't developed since year 2, limited offensive game, horrible scoring efficiency
trade suggested: "stupid idea, you're nuts, ban the poster."

norman powell: role player money, elite shooter and offensive efficiency which he's shown for the last 3 years, in the best year of his career, finally breaks out as a starter and has great chemistry next to "core"
trade suggested: MEDIA IS OUTRIGHT TALKING ABOUT HOW IT'S A FOREGONE CONCLUSION, fans say trade him he's not worth the money in free agency, one dimensional, blame all the raptors defensive weakness solely on him, everyone can't wait to get rid of him.

the above norman powell example can also apply to siakam in some ways.

you guys are all sheeple that just continuously fall for the media talking points and general brainwashing from the public. can't think for yourselves. as soon as the media starts pushing the anti-scottie propaganda, watch how many of you start agreeing with the "haters." again always so behind the times and confidently arrogant.
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Re: How long before some on this board start calling for Scottie trade to free up PT for CMB? 

Post#232 » by Yallbecrazy » Sun Oct 12, 2025 2:33 am

Mr.Raptorsingh wrote:They can try starting him with Barnes

Ingram
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Barnes
Murray-Boyles
Poeltl



No, he can play with Barnes or with Poeltl, but not both. I expect him to get 20-25 minutes a game in the front court. He may end up finishing games in a 'death' lineup with Barnes, but you have 96 minutes in the PF/C spots and he will get a chunk alongside Poeltl and Barnes with Sandro getting the remainder at 10-15.
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Re: How long before some on this board start calling for Scottie trade to free up PT for CMB? 

Post#233 » by Clutch0z24 » Sun Oct 12, 2025 2:42 am

On another note so many people on this board were so wrong about Ace Bailey.....He looks like he will be great
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Re: Is it time to trade Scottie Barnes? 

Post#234 » by Harcore Fenton Mun » Sun Oct 12, 2025 3:01 am

PushDaRock wrote:
Harcore Fenton Mun wrote:
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But, he had his biggest jump in USG in year 3 from year 2 and had his best season. At least for that one year he improved no?

He wasn't able to hold it. That and they cleared everybody out, made him the first option.

Going forward, he's got to put the work in. That's what we're not seeing. Effort.


The point is you're saying he doesn't put in any work in the offseason but there's been years where he has come into the season improved from the offseason (rookie year and year 3). Nobody really knows how hard he actually works and endless reps doesn't mean you automatically become a good shooter. Curry isn't Curry only because he takes a ton of shots and works hard.

Rookie year, he's just the most NBA ready and he gets a ton of minutes. Year three, they clear out people. It's not meaningful growth that stays.

Growth is his game developing, I don't see that. He's not out there balling like Fred or Siakam or Derozan etc. Maybe he does that in private, but we can't see the results. I'm just not expecting growth any more at this point. It's a desire thing, he's not after it.
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Re: Is it time to trade Scottie Barnes? 

Post#235 » by Harcore Fenton Mun » Sun Oct 12, 2025 3:07 am

Harcore Fenton Mun wrote:
PushDaRock wrote:
Harcore Fenton Mun wrote:He wasn't able to hold it. That and they cleared everybody out, made him the first option.

Going forward, he's got to put the work in. That's what we're not seeing. Effort.


The point is you're saying he doesn't put in any work in the offseason but there's been years where he has come into the season improved from the offseason (rookie year and year 3). Nobody really knows how hard he actually works and endless reps doesn't mean you automatically become a good shooter. Curry isn't Curry only because he takes a ton of shots and works hard.

Rookie year, he's just the most NBA ready and he gets a ton of minutes. Year three, they clear out people. It's not meaningful growth that stays.

Growth is his game developing, I don't see that. He's not out there balling like Fred or Siakam or Derozan etc. Maybe he does that in private, but we can't see the results. I'm just not expecting growth any more at this point. It's a desire thing, he's not after it.


Also, Curry is indeed one of the hardest workers.
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Re: Is it time to trade Scottie Barnes? 

Post#236 » by bballsparkin » Sun Oct 12, 2025 5:06 am

Boogie! wrote:scottie barnes: max player, hasn't developed since year 2, limited offensive game, horrible scoring efficiency
trade suggested: "stupid idea, you're nuts, ban the poster."

What trade was suggested? Specifics, with who? Otherwise it's a meaningless sentence. I would never call you nuts. We ain't gonna survive unless, we get a little crazy

norman powell: role player money, elite shooter and offensive efficiency which he's shown for the last 3 years, in the best year of his career, finally breaks out as a starter and has great chemistry next to "core"
trade suggested: MEDIA IS OUTRIGHT TALKING ABOUT HOW IT'S A FOREGONE CONCLUSION, fans say trade him he's not worth the money in free agency, one dimensional, blame all the raptors defensive weakness solely on him, everyone can't wait to get rid of him.


In the swap, the Clippers deal Norman Powell to the Miami Heat, the Utah Jazz send John Collins to the Clippers and the Heat send Kevin Love, Kyle Anderson and a future Draft pick to Utah.





Not that big a deal. Most of us liked Norm. He's not a game changer. Sure, if you wanted a more competitive team he would have been better than taking a flyer on Gary. Congrats,... I guess.



the above norman powell example can also apply to siakam in some ways.

you guys are all sheeple that just continuously fall for the media talking points and general brainwashing from the public. can't think for yourselves. as soon as the media starts pushing the anti-scottie propaganda, watch how many of you start agreeing with the "haters." again always so behind the times and confidently arrogant.

you guys is a bad approach to posting online me thinks. have a nice summer!
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Re: How long before some on this board start calling for Scottie trade to free up PT for CMB? 

Post#237 » by Reeko » Sun Oct 12, 2025 5:14 am

Clutch0z24 wrote:On another note so many people on this board were so wrong about Ace Bailey.....He looks like he will be great

Why? Because he scored well in two pre season games? lol.
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Re: Is it time to trade Scottie Barnes? 

Post#238 » by PushDaRock » Sun Oct 12, 2025 5:23 am

Harcore Fenton Mun wrote:
PushDaRock wrote:
Harcore Fenton Mun wrote:He wasn't able to hold it. That and they cleared everybody out, made him the first option.

Going forward, he's got to put the work in. That's what we're not seeing. Effort.


The point is you're saying he doesn't put in any work in the offseason but there's been years where he has come into the season improved from the offseason (rookie year and year 3). Nobody really knows how hard he actually works and endless reps doesn't mean you automatically become a good shooter. Curry isn't Curry only because he takes a ton of shots and works hard.

Rookie year, he's just the most NBA ready and he gets a ton of minutes. Year three, they clear out people. It's not meaningful growth that stays.

Growth is his game developing, I don't see that. He's not out there balling like Fred or Siakam or Derozan etc. Maybe he does that in private, but we can't see the results. I'm just not expecting growth any more at this point. It's a desire thing, he's not after it.


Why was he NBA ready though when he wasn't a star in college and every projection for him was as more of a long term project?
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Re: How long before some on this board start calling for Scottie trade to free up PT for CMB? 

Post#239 » by Appostis » Sun Oct 12, 2025 5:54 am

People already ready to call him injury prone based off the team playing it safe during preseason :lol:
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Re: How long before some on this board start calling for Scottie trade to free up PT for CMB? 

Post#240 » by Appostis » Sun Oct 12, 2025 5:55 am

Reeko wrote:
Clutch0z24 wrote:On another note so many people on this board were so wrong about Ace Bailey.....He looks like he will be great

Why? Because he scored well in two pre season games? lol.



It's bad hot take season :lol:

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