RJ Barrett
#9SF · Toronto Raptors
Height
6'6"
Weight
214 lbs
Age
25
College
Duke
Experience
6 yrs
B
B
B
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Fan Verdict
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Career StatsB
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 444 | 19.3 | 5.3 | 3.3 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 49.1% | 34.5% | 70.0% |
| 2025-26 | | 57 | 19.3 | 5.3 | 3.3 |
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, 5/3 | @ CLE | L 102-114 | 43 | 23 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 9-25 | 1-6 | -4 |
| Fri, 5/1 | vs CLE | W 112-110 | 43 | 24 |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$57.3M
Guaranteed
$57.3M
AAV
$27.7M/yr
Guaranteed %100%
Contract Value Index (CVI)
B
Good Value
OverpayFair ValueGreat Value
RJ Barrett's two-year, $27.7M AAV extension with the Raptors represents a calculated investment that earns a solid B on the Contract Value Index (CVI). The 24-year-old wing's B performance grade reflects his evolution into a reliable two-way contributor who can create his own shot, defend multiple positions, and provide the kind of versatile scoring punch that contending teams covet. At $27.7 million annually, Barrett sits in that above-average starter tier where teams expect consistent 18-20 point performances with improved efficiency, which aligns well with his current trajectory. The Raptors smartly structured this as a shorter-term deal, giving themselves flexibility while betting on Barrett's continued development during his prime years. While he hasn't quite reached franchise-caliber status, Barrett's contract reflects fair market value for a young wing with his skill set and upside. The CVI validates this as a reasonable gamble on a player who could outperform this deal if he takes another developmental leap. Toronto gets a proven contributor without the long-term risk that often accompanies extensions for players still finding their ceiling.
Performance Analysis
B
#17 of 119 Small Forwards
FCA+
RJ Barrett earns a B Performance grade this season — a quality starter-level small forward putting up solid numbers for the Toronto Raptors. This season, RJ is putting up 19.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game across 444 games. RJ's strongest area is PPG at 19.3, which compares favorably to the small forward median of 15.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 3.3 (small forward median: 4.0). Among 119 NBA small forwards graded this season, RJ ranks 17th. RJ is a reliable contributor who the Toronto Raptors can count on game to game.
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