The Toronto Raptors received a major boost: starting wing R.J. Barrett underwent medical imaging and was confirmed to have no structural damage to his right knee, only a sprain. He is expected to be re-evaluated in seven days.

Barrett has had a standout season, playing a key role in the Raptors' rapid accumulation of wins at the start of the season. The team has won 13 of their 18 games, and he has made a significant contribution to that success.

So far this season, Barrett is averaging 19.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game, with a 50.6% field goal percentage, while consistently providing efficient help on the defensive end. This consistent performance makes him one of the Raptors' most indispensable players on both ends of the court.

According to the Raptors' official announcement, Barrett will miss the next four games, including against the Indiana Pacers, Charlotte Hornets, New York Knicks, and Portland Trail Blazers. Although missing a key player, the overall schedule is relatively manageable, and the team still has a chance to maintain their winning percentage.

In their first game without Barrett, the Raptors still got off to a good start by defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers, with the highlight being Brandon Ingraham's explosive 37-point performance. Second-year guard Ja'Kobe Walter got his first start of the season in Barrett's absence, scoring 5 points. His shooting touch was off overall, but this period will be a crucial opportunity for him to prove himself.

The Raptors also need to find more alternative solutions in the short term to maintain offensive consistency and wing defense quality. Although Barrett 's injury still needs further observation, the diagnosis of no structural damage undoubtedly gives the team and fans a boost of confidence.