Scottie Barnes, part of the Raptors' young core, is seen as a key player in their rebuilding phase. Despite the team's recent struggles and a shift toward youth after trading away established stars, Barnes's presence was expected to attract more national attention. However, the Raptors only secured one nationally televised game, indicating a drop in interest for the team overall. Their matchup against the Knicks on January 8 is a highlight for Barnes in this limited spotlight.