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RJ Barrett expresses pride in Knicks winning NBA championship

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 1:17 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

RJ Barrett expresses pride in Knicks winning NBA championship

Summary

RJ Barrett, during Toronto Raptors media day, discussed his feelings on the New York Knicks winning the NBA championship, their first in over 50 years. Barrett, who was previously with the Knicks, expressed happiness for his former team, particularly noting the accomplishment of close friends. Barrett reflected on his role in the team’s progression and mentioned that he is now focused on helping the Raptors in his fourth season. Toronto made strides in the previous season but did not advance past the first round of the playoffs, setting a foundation for future success.

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By the Numbers

•Barrett played for the Knicks before joining the Raptors.
•The Knicks won the 2026 NBA Finals against the Spurs.
•Barrett felt 'saltiness' after being traded but has moved on.
•Raptors aim to capture their own title after playoff return.
•Toronto seeks to improve after exiting the first round last season.

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1:17 AMYahoo Sports — Raptors news: RJ Barrett reveals true feelings on former team Knicks winning it all

What they're saying

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Just like the rest of the league, RJ Barrett and the Toronto Raptors surely want what the New York Knicks just had –a downtown NBA championship parade. During media day on Monday, the former Duke Blue Devils star Barrett shared his true feelings on seeing his former team, the Knicks, end a drought that lasted over five decades by beating Victor […] The post Raptors news: RJ Barrett reveals true feelings on former team Knicks winning it all appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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