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NBA honors Raptors' Scottie Barnes with esteemed award
- Scottie Barnes was named the Eastern Conference Defensive Player of the Month for October/November.
- Barnes contributes 1.4 steals and 1.6 blocks per game while posting 7.9 rebounds.
- Barnes is averaging 20.3 points and 5.0 assists while shooting career highs from the field and three-point line.
- Toronto sits in second place in the Eastern Conference early in the season.
- Barnes’ defense has contributed to the Raptors’ early-season success alongside star Brandon Ingram’s offense.
- Barnes could be in Defensive Player of the Year considerations if the Raptors sustain success.
- There is talk of All-Star representation for the Raptors in Los Angeles this year.
- The article emphasizes Barnes’ defense and overall impact on the Raptors’ early-season momentum.
- The piece notes Barnes’ potential to join All-NBA or Defensive Player of the Year debates if the Raptors keep winning.
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