What might have seemed like borrowed time for RJ Barrett has quickly turned over a new leaf as the 2025-26 Raptors campaign has gotten underway. For what feels like an eternity, RJ Barrett has been Toronto's most mentioned trade candidate, aside from another expendable wing in Ochai Agbaji. Although those rumors continued to circulate as recently as October, watching Barrett perform in the regular season so far has arguably put an end to ongoing trade speculation. However, Toronto's ability to reach a mutual extension with the "Maple Mamba" could still present a challenging obstacle.
Some may think otherwise, but I believe there is a very credible debate for RJ Barrett possibly being the Toronto Raptors' best player.