Scottie Barnes has been playing the best defense of his career. The 23-year-old has helped the Toronto Raptors turn their season around as the team has won 5 games in a row and 7 of their last 8.

Jakob Poeltl had 21 points and 14 rebounds, Scottie Barnes had 21 points and 11 boards, and the Toronto Raptors beat the New Orleans Pelicans 113-104 on Monday night for their first four-game winning streak in almost two years.

In some ways, comparing Scottie Barnes and Zion Williamson is like a basketball philosophy test. As the two squared off Monday, Barnes showed why the Raptors feel their star is only getting better.

I feel like I’m a great defender. I feel like it doesn’t really get talked about enough but I feel like I’m a great defender. I guard whoever, can play one through

The Raptors are experiencing a fair share of struggles this NBA season, but star player Scottie Barnes' performances have encouraged fans.

Scottie Barnes scored 24 points and the Toronto Raptors beat NBA-worst Washington 106-82 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight victory and the Wizards' 15th loss in a row. Jakub Poetl added 12 points,

Atlanta forward Jalen Johnson plans to have shoulder surgery and miss the remainder of the season, a major blow to the struggling Hawks’ efforts to remain in the Eastern Conference playoff race.

The Eastern Conference player of the week averaged 22 points, 9.7 rebounds and six assists in three victories.

Amen Thompson looks like a clear star in the making, despite a shaky jumper. Here's how he might reach his ceiling anyway.

The Toronto Raptors could land a buy-low star from the New Orleans Pelicans and start preparing their competitive core for the future.

Toronto hosts Chicago looking to prolong its five-game win streak. The teams match up Friday for the first time this season.