RJ Barrett attracting trade interest from contending NBA teams this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
RJ Barrett, a former No. 3 pick in the 2019 NBA Draft, is drawing trade interest from contending teams as the NBA offseason progresses. Currently with the Toronto Raptors and on an expiring deal worth $29.62 million, Barrett averaged 19.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.3 assists last season. He has maintained a desire to stay with the Raptors, indicating that an extension might also be a possibility if a trade does not materialize. The Raptors' decision regarding Barrett's future could significantly impact their roster construction moving forward.
- •RJ Barrett is a former Duke guard and current Toronto Raptors player.
- •He averaged 19.3 points and 5.3 rebounds last season.
- •Barrett's contract is worth $29.62 million and is expiring.
- •There is interest from contending teams this summer.
- •Barrett has expressed a desire to remain with the Raptors.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Former Duke guard drawing trade interest amid NBA offseason
"A former top-three pick from Duke, RJ Barrett of the Toronto Raptors may be targeted by contending teams this summer.
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