When it's all said and done, I think many basketball fans will look back at the 2021 NBA Draft class as one of the most-stacked and talent-rich pools in history. Of course, the legendary 2003 class will always hold a nostalgic place in the hearts of hoops enthusiasts, as well as the 1984 and 1996 drafts. But in recent memory, the Class of '21 stands a cut above the rest. Speaking of being a cut above the rest, we turn to the Rookie of the Year winner from that class, Raptors cornerstone Scottie Barnes.
Scottie Barnes' stellar performance in the 2025-26 season so far has contributed to Toronto's strong 8-5 start, despite a bit of a dry spell during the first five games of the year.