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Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes enjoyed a big, well-rounded game as they took down the Miami Heat by 14 points on Tuesday. The second-year forward registered 22 points, 12 assists, seven rebounds and three steals, all while shooting 10-for-16 from the floor and 2-for-2 from the line. Barnes has yet to deliver on his expectations heading into this season, but he still is a big contributor in every fantasy format. The good news is that the Raptors need to depend on him to make sure they get a playoff spot, so fantasy managers won't see his usage fluctuate much down the stretch.
Toronto Raptors guard Gary Trent Jr. (elbow) has been ruled out against the Miami Heat on Tuesday. Trent was questionable to play before being downgraded to doubtful then eventually ruled out. Trent will miss his fourth-straight game Tuesday and should be considered questionable for their next game Friday. Jeff Downtin Jr. and Malachi Flynn should continue to see some extra minutes off the bench, but neither offer much in terms of fantasy value in their current roles.
Toronto Raptors guard Gary Trent Jr. (elbow) received another questionable tag on Tuesday due to elbow stiffness. His history with questionable statuses before games isn't too great this season as he's only ended up playing 29% of them. For fantasy managers that have him rostered, they might want to look for a different option especially since he's already missed three games due to this injury. If he can't suit up, Jeff Dowtin will likely get the extra playing time off of the bench.
Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (wrist) could be unavailable for a second consecutive game on Friday against Detroit. He hurt his left wrist last weekend against Milwaukee and hasn't been able to practice since then. The 21-year-old also couldn't play Wednesday against Indiana, and after Barnes missed another practice on Thursday, he is regarded as questionable for Friday's contest. The Raptors are dealing with a couple of other injuries as well and it's lifted Will Barton and Chris Boucher into bigger roles.
Toronto Raptors forward/center Precious Achiuwa (hamstring) didn't practice Thursday and could be out for a second consecutive game Friday against the Pistons, with him being regarded as questionable for the matchup. Jakob Poeltl's arrival has dealt Achiuwa's fantasy value a big blow, but with Gary Trent Jr. (elbow) and Scottie Barnes (wrist) also currently troubled by injuries, Achiuwa would have a chance to play a bigger role if he would be healthy enough to take the court. Chris Boucher logged 28 minutes on Wednesday against the Pacers, posting 11 points and six rebounds with three blocks, and he would be a good streaming option again Friday if the Raptors can't get healthy.
