RJ Barrett's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of RJ Barrett. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

RJ Barrett is a Canadian professional basketball player currently playing for the Toronto Raptors in the NBA. Drafted third overall by the New York Knicks in 2019, Barrett played college basketball for the Duke Blue Devils for one year before entering the NBA. He is known for his scoring ability and athleticism.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

February 2015: Guy Vetrie Memorial Tournament MVP

In February 2015, RJ Barrett was named MVP of the Guy Vetrie Memorial tournament after scoring 41 points and making the game-winner for REDA in a 74–72 win over BTB Academy.

2015: FIBA Americas U16 Championship Silver Medal

In 2015, RJ Barrett, as the youngest player on Canada's under-16 national team, won a silver medal at the FIBA Americas U16 Championship in Argentina. He was the team's leading scorer, averaging 14.6 points per game during the tournament.

April 15, 2016: Jordan Brand Classic International Game MVP

On April 15, 2016, RJ Barrett tallied 22 points and eight rebounds at the 2016 Jordan Brand Classic International Game, earning game MVP honors.

November 2016: Naismith Award Watch List

In November 2016, RJ Barrett was named to the Naismith Prep Player of the Year Award watch list.

2016: FIBA U17 World Cup

In 2016, RJ Barrett averaged 18.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game at the FIBA U17 World Cup in Spain, earning All-World Cup U17 Second Team honors from eurobasket.com.

July 2017: FIBA Under-19 Basketball World Cup

In July 2017, RJ Barrett led Canada's under-19 squad to a 99–87 semifinal win over the US at the FIBA Under-19 Basketball World Cup with a 38-point, 13-rebound, and five-assist performance. He subsequently led Canada to the title and was named tournament MVP, also averaging 21.6 points per game to become the tournament's leading scorer.

2017: FIBA U-19 World Cup MVP

In 2017, Barrett was named MVP at the FIBA Under-19 Basketball World Cup after leading the Canadian national under-19 team to a gold medal.

2017: Geico National Championship

In the 2017-18 season, RJ Barrett led the undefeated Montverde team to the Geico National boys’ basketball championship, recording 25 points and 15 rebounds in the championship game.

March 2018: Morgan Wooten National Player of the Year

In March 2018, RJ Barrett was awarded the Morgan Wooten National Player of the Year award for "displaying outstanding character, showing leadership and embodying the values of a student athlete".

December 3, 2018: ACC Rookie of the Week

On December 3, 2018, RJ Barrett was named Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) rookie of the week.

December 10, 2018: ACC Player and Freshman of the Week

On December 10, 2018, RJ Barrett earned ACC player and freshman of the week honors for the second time.

2018: Nike Hoop Summit MVP

In 2018, RJ Barrett scored a game-high 20 points, along with nine rebounds, six assists, and five steals, at the Nike Hoop Summit and was named MVP.

2018: High School Accolades

In 2018, RJ Barrett, playing as a shooting guard, was the consensus top recruit in his class, earning Naismith Prep Player of the Year and Gatorade National Player of the Year accolades in his final high school season. He was the first player since LeBron James to sweep all major awards in high school and win the national championship.