The Raptors announced X-rays on forward Scottie Barnes’s ankle came back negative on Saturday. Barnes left Game 1 vs. Philadelphia after Joel Embiid inadvertently stepped on his left ankle in the second half.
Barnes is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Sunday before Toronto determines his status for Game 2 on Monday. The Raptors’ rookie played 31 minutes in his playoff debut, totaling 15 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists.
In his first NBA season after going No. 5 in last year’s draft, Barnes put together a rookie-of-the-year caliber season, averaging 15.3 points and 7.