RJ Barrett

RJ Barrett

#9SF · Toronto Raptors

Age 256 yrs expDuke
C
CVI
B-
Sentiment
B
Performance
Fan Verdict

Fan Verdict

Grade this player:

Career StatsB

YearGPPPGRPGAPGSPGBPGFG%3PT%FT%
Career43218.95.53.30.70.344.6%34.6%69.9%
2025-264519.05.43.20.80.349.4%34.5%71.4%
2024-255821.16.35.40.80.346.8%35.0%63.0%
2023-245820.25.43.30.50.449.5%36.0%71.5%

Current Contract

Length

2 years

Total Value

$57.3M

AAV

$28.7M/yr

Contract Value Index (CVI)

C
Fair Value
OverpayFair ValueGreat Value

RJ Barrett's contract with the Toronto Raptors grades out as a fair market value contract, earning a C CVI grade. At $28.7M per year over 2 years, this is a mid-tier contract. RJ's deal falls in the mid-tier tier for NBA Small Forwards. At 25 years old, RJ is in or near prime years, which supports the investment. This deal represents roughly fair market value — neither a steal nor an overpay. The deal will need consistent performance to grade out as a positive move long-term.

Performance Analysis

B
#6 of 118 Small Forwards
FCA+

RJ Barrett earns a B Performance grade, reflecting above-average production for a Small Forward. Across 432 career games, RJ has averaged 18.9 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game. RJ's strongest metric is FG% at 4457.5, compared to the NBA Small Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 3.3, below the Small Forward median of 4.0. Among 118 NBA Small Forwards graded this season, RJ ranks 6th in overall performance. RJ is a quality starter contributing on both ends for the Toronto Raptors.

Current Sentiment

B-
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RJ Barrett generates cautiously optimistic sentiment; media highlights defensive potential and offensive contributions meaningfully. His recent play receives positive reception, though consistency questions linger among skeptical observers regularly. Contract value remains debatable—$28.7M is fair for production, but injury history creates pause. Primary narrative centers on whether he'll stay committed to Toronto long-term amid team instability. Fans lean optimistic about his trajectory but worry organizational direction may force unwanted trades soon.

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Transaction History

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