Raptors coach Darko Rajakovic would not say who will start for Barnes in Wednesday night's game at the Charlotte Hornets.
“I feel bad for Scottie because has put a lot of work in and he was just starting to find the rhythm and he was playing really well,” Rajakovic said. “This is going to be tough playing without him."
Rajakovic said he's hoping Ochai Agbaji and Jonathan Mogbo can help fill the void.
Barnes was a first-time All-Star last season, setting career highs in scoring, 3-point shooting, rebounding, assists and blocked shots. He is averaging 19.3 points, 7.8 rebounds and 6.0 assists through four games. Toronto is 1-3 to start the year.
The 2022 NBA rookie of the year, Barnes signed a contract extension this summer that could reach around $270 million if he meets supermax criteria.
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