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Raptors Star Scottie Barnes Opens Up On Losing Kawhi Leonard to Injury

Toronto Raptors star Scottie Barnes revealed his true feelings after losing Kawhi Leonard to an injury early this season. Talking to the media on Thursday, Barnes explained his headspace after Leonard injured his knee due to swelling and fluid buildup…

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 3:17 AM
Raptors Star Scottie Barnes Opens Up On Losing Kawhi Leonard to Injury
Key Things to Know
  • Scottie Barnes stated the Toronto Raptors must hold down the fort while Kawhi Leonard recovers from knee swelling.
  • Kawhi Leonard faces an expected multi-week absence after developing fluid buildup in his left knee before playing Minnesota.
  • An MRI confirmed no structural damage, and the Raptors will re-evaluate Leonard in one week.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes addressed Kawhi Leonard's recent knee injury, stating that the team must hold down the fort until his teammate returns. Leonard was scratched late against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to swelling and fluid buildup in his left knee, which is expected to sideline him for multiple weeks during rehabilitation.

An MRI revealed no structural damage or acute injury, but the Raptors plan to remain cautious. Head coach Darko Rajakovic praised Leonard's early offensive gravity alongside Barnes, Immanuel Quickley, and RJ Barrett following Toronto's historic 135-92 season-opening victory over the Chicago Bulls.

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