RJ Barrett expected to take bigger role against Bucks amid injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 12:19 AM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026
As the Toronto Raptors face the Milwaukee Bucks on November 7, RJ Barrett is poised to assume a larger offensive role due to injuries to Kawhi Leonard and a possible absence of Scottie Barnes. Barrett, averaging 20.9 points per game, has shown offensive consistency but struggles with second-half efficiency. The Raptors are looking to overcome a recent 128-109 loss to Denver and capitalize on the Bucks' defensive issues in search of a win. Barrett's performance will be crucial in potentially leading the team back on track.
- •Kawhi Leonard is sidelined with a knee injury.
- •Scottie Barnes is questionable due to a left groin strain.
- •Barrett has scored at least 22 points in every game of the road trip.
- •Milwaukee has struggled defensively, ranking 27th in points allowed.
- •Toronto enters the game with a record of 4-4.
- 12:19 AMYahoo Sports — Raptors May Need RJ Barrett to Take on an Even Bigger Role Against the Bucks
"With injuries mounting, Toronto’s surging wing must overcome second-half efficiency woes to exploit a struggling Milwaukee defense.
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