History of Scottie Barnes in Timeline

Scottie Barnes is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Toronto Raptors in the NBA. He played college basketball for Florida State, earning all-conference honors. Barnes was drafted fourth overall by the Raptors in 2021 and was named NBA Rookie of the Year in 2022. In 2024, Barnes earned his first NBA All-Star selection, marking a significant milestone in his burgeoning career.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1999: Vince Carter Wins Award

In 1999, Vince Carter won the NBA Rookie of the Year award, preceding Scottie Barnes as only the third Raptor to receive this honor.

August 1, 2001: Scottie Barnes Jr. Born

On August 1, 2001, Scottie Wayne Barnes Jr. was born. He is now a professional basketball player for the Toronto Raptors in the NBA.

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2002: Voting Format Change

In 2002, the NBA Rookie of the Year voting format was changed, and Scottie Barnes' 15-point difference over the runner-up was the smallest voting margin since this change.

August 5, 2019: Moved to Montverde Academy

On August 5, 2019, Scottie Barnes announced his move to Montverde Academy in Montverde, Florida, where he joined top recruits for his senior season.

October 14, 2019: Committed to Florida State

On October 14, 2019, Scottie Barnes announced his commitment to play college basketball for Florida State, choosing them over offers from other universities.

2020: Ranked as Top Player

In 2020, Scottie Barnes was considered the fourth-best player in the recruiting class by ESPN and the highest-ranked power forward.

March 13, 2021: Career-High Points

On March 13, 2021, Scottie Barnes scored a career-high 21 points in a game against Georgia Tech at the ACC tournament championship.

August 8, 2021: Signed with the Raptors

On August 8, 2021, Scottie Barnes officially signed a contract with the Toronto Raptors, marking the beginning of his NBA career.

2021: Earned All-Conference Honors

In 2021, Scottie Barnes earned third-team all-conference honors in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) as a freshman playing college basketball for the Florida State Seminoles.

2021: Finished Season Strong

In 2021, Scottie Barnes finished the season averaging 15.3 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 3.5 assists, showcasing his all-around abilities and contributing to the Raptors' playoff qualification.

January 21, 2022: Career-High Points Against Wizards

On January 21, 2022, Scottie Barnes recorded a then career-high 27 points, along with eight rebounds, in a win against the Washington Wizards.

November 4, 2022: First Career Triple-Double

On November 4, 2022, Scottie Barnes achieved his first career triple-double, recording 11 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists in a game against the Dallas Mavericks.

2022: Named NBA Rookie of the Year

In 2022, Scottie Barnes was named the NBA Rookie of the Year for his outstanding performance.

March 10, 2023: Career-High Points Against Lakers

On March 10, 2023, Scottie Barnes scored a then career-high 32 points in a game against the Los Angeles Lakers.

February 6, 2024: Named to All-Star Game

On February 6, 2024, Scottie Barnes was named as an injury replacement player for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game, marking his first appearance in the prestigious event.

July 8, 2024: Signed Contract Extension

On July 8, 2024, Scottie Barnes officially signed a significant 5-year contract extension to remain with the Raptors, which could reach up to $270 million.