RJ Barrett Surprised by Trade to Raptors, Reflects on Knicks Tenure

Since joining the Raptors, Barrett has been performing well, averaging 21 points per game.

RJ Barrett, who was traded from the New York Knicks to the Toronto Raptors on December 30, 2023, expressed surprise at the trade but is happy to be playing in his hometown.
Barrett believes he left the Knicks in a better state than when he joined, contributing to their improvement over his four and a half years with the team.
Since joining the Raptors, Barrett has averaged 21 points, 3 assists, and 6.5 rebounds per game.
The Knicks traded Barrett and Immanuel Quickley to the Raptors for OG Anunoby, Malachi Flynn and Precious Achiuwa.
The Raptors have won three out of four games since acquiring Barrett, but remain 11th in the Eastern Conference.