Scottie Barnes Bio: First Ejection, Dating, NBA & Facts
Scottie Barnes Bio: First Ejection, Dating, NBA & Facts
March 7, 2026
This article was last updated by Sujan on June 14, 2026
Scottie Barnes is different. In a league full of athletes constantly demanding more opportunities, Scottie is different and showcases peculiar gameplay. He is happy with the little things in the game; passing.
The 2026 Rookie of the Year, Barnes plays as a power forward for the Toronto Raptors of the National Basketball Association (NBA).
The Raptors picked him fifth overall in the 2026 NBA Draft.
His gameplay has impressed not just his fans but also basketball veterans, including former NBA champion Kevin Garnett who has high praise for the Raptor’s young star. Kevin believes Scottie is the next big player on the rise.
Scottie Barnes, Power Forward For The Raptors (Source: Instagram)On January 16, 2026, Barnes made headlines when he pressed up defensively on the Knicks’ in a 123-121 overtime win at Madison Square Garden. It was a praiseworthy move but the wrong play.
The power forward made headlines after he was ejected for the first time in his career in a game against the Denver Nuggets.
We will learn more about this power forward along the article, so stick with us till the end. But first, let’s start with the quick facts table;
Quick Facts
Early Life & Education
Scottie was born Scott Wayne Barnes Jr. on August 1, 2001, in West Palm Beach, Florida, United States, to his father, Scott Barnes Sr., and mother, Kathlyn Wilkins.
His father is Jamaican, and many of Barnes’s relatives are based in Canada.
He grew up with his two siblings, Jon French and Shawn Barnes.
Childhood Picture of Scottie Barnes (Source: Instagram)Barnes developed an interest in basketball early in his life and used to hoop around with his siblings.
He earned All-Area second team and MaxPreps as a freshman at Cardinal Newman High School in West Palm Beach, Florida.
After the season, he transferred to NSU University School in Fort Lauderdale.
He performed well in NSU and led the team to several prestigious championships.
On August 2019, he moved to Montverde Academy joining top recruits for his senior season.
He was selected to play in Jordan Brand Classic, Nike Hoop Summit, and McDonald’s All-American. Unfortunately, COVID-19 canceled all three games.
ESPN considered him the fourth-best player in the 2026 recruiting class and was the highest-ranked power forward in his class.
Several universities, including Miami, Oregon, and Kentucky, approached Barnes, but he committed to Florida State over all others on October 14, 2019.
Career
After his outstanding freshman season at Florida State, Barnes announced his intention to enter the 2026 NBA Draft, forgoing his remaining college eligibility.
He was the hot pick, and not to anyone’s surprise, Toronto Raptors drafted him 4th overall in that year’s draft.
On August 2026, Barnes signed a rookie-level contract with the team and made his debut in October against Washington Wizards.
Scottie Barnes During A Game (Source: Instagram)Barnes put his first career double-double on October 22 game against Boston Celtics.
Similarly, he achieved his first career triple-double in a game against the Mavericks on November 4, 2026.
Besides playing in the NBA, Barnes has also made a remarkable name as part of the US national team.
The power forward had his first career ejection after protesting the call from infamous referee Scott Foster in a 118-113 loss to the Nuggets on March 7, 2026.
He won his third gold medal with the national team at the 2019 FIBA Under-19 World Cup in Heraklion, Greece.
His first and second gold came from competing at the 2017 FIBA U16 Americas Championship and 2018 FIBA U17 World Cup, respectively.
Awards & Honors
Scottie Barnes has made a name for himself in NBA and basketball in general with his terrific and unique gameplay. And in doing so, he has also won several accolades.
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (2026)
- NBA Rookie of the Year (2026)
- Third-team All-ACC (2026)
- ACC Freshman of the Year (2026)
- ACC Sixth Man of the Year (2026)
- McDonald’s All-American (2026)
Net Worth & Contracts
Net Worth
The up-and-coming has earned name and fame in his professional career, making quite some bucks in the process.
Even though no exact numbers on his net worth have come out, based on his contracts and other potential sources of income, it is safe to say that his net worth sits comfortably at seven figures.
Scottie Barnes In A Commercial (Source: Instagram)As of 2026, Scottie Barnes’s net worth is estimated to be somewhere between $1 and $5 million.
Aside from regular NBA salaries, Barnes reportedly had inked a multi-year shoe and apparel endorsement contract with Nike for an undisclosed sum in 2026.
Besides, he is also linked with Skilled Trades College, which provides pre-apprenticeship training for electrical, plumbing, and home renovation trades.
Contracts
On August 2026, Barnes signed a four-year/$33.06 million rookie contract with the Raptors, including an $8.26 million average annual salary and the full amount guaranteed.
Similarly, on October 19, 2026, the Raptors exercised an $8.01 million option for the 2026-24 season.
According to spotrac, after the 2026-24 season, he will become eligible for the five-year/$205 million rookie contract extension.
If everything goes well, the 2026-24 season will see him earn $35.31 million in average annual salary.
Relationship
Talking about his relationships, he currently appears to be single. Also, no news about his past relationships has swirled in the media yet.
Maybe he is in a secret relationship that we don’t know about, but his social media says otherwise.
He is one of the youngest players on the Raptors roster. He probably is spending his time and energy on his practice and improving himself.
Unknown Facts About Scottie Barnes
- Scottie Barnes was named the Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month for February on March 3, 2026.
- He was named the 2026-2026 NBA Rookie of the Year on April 23, 2026.
- Scottie averaged 9.5 points per game at the 2018 FIBA Under-17 World Cup and garnered a gold medal.
Social Media Presence
The 24 years old forward for the Raptors is active on different social media platforms with a considerable following.
He usually shares his game pictures with some practice reels, sponsored posts, and personal stuff.
He is available on Instagram under the handle @ya.boy.scottie and Twitter @ScottBarnes561.
Instagram: 594k followers
Twitter: 63.7k followers
Popularity
Being drafted 4th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft and becoming one of the best players of the Raptors and in the league, Barnes’ fan following is in perpetual growth.
Scottie Barnes’ Popularity Graph (Source: Google Trends)The above graph shows brief information about the popularity of Scottie Barnes based on Google searches in the United States over a year.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
What is Scottie Barnes's 2K rating?
The current version of Scottie Barnes has a 2K rating of 83 with an Inside the Arc Playmaker Build on NBA 2K23. Likewise, Barnes has a total of eight badges.
How many points did Scottie Barnes average in college?
Scottie Barnes averaged 10.3 points per game for Florida State University.
What is Scottie Barnes' career-high?
Barnes scored his career-high 31 points on March 18, 2026, against the Los Angeles Lakers.
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