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‘It’s like breakfast!’ RJ Barrett credits teammates for improved shooting

New York Knicks‘ second-year wing RJ Barrett’s chip on his shoulder is getting bigger by the day.

ESPN’s Best 25 under 25 snub.

Anthony Edwards’ mockery of his missed game-winning shot.

But each time Barrett is getting snubbed and mocked, he rises.

Barrett has blossomed to become the New York Knicks’ No.2 option behind All-Star Julius Randle from a questionable third overall selection after his uneven rookie season.

“My game speaks for itself,” Barrett said Friday ahead of his matchup with last year’s Rookie of the Year Ja Morant.