The Raptors' Scottie Barnes almost lost control of his emotions during Toronto Raptors' attempt to hold off the Denver Nuggets on Monday night, but the Nuggets have good reason to be furious after starting the season with consecutive defeats. Barnes tried to get in Russell Westbrook's face and got into a fight with Aaron Gordon, which led to a fight that eventually got everyone on the court involved.
Scottie Barnes made Aaron Gordon's mistake, which gave the Raptors a fast-break opportunity. In transition, Barnes attempted a layup, but Russell Westbrook broke up the transition bucket and fouled him hard. Barnes had to get up fast as Toronto's players crowded Westbrook after the nasty foul was judged flagrant. Tension increased as more players joined in after Gordon approached and started speaking with Barnes. As team officials pulled back the two players, Gordon seemed to push Barnes, hitting his chin.
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Scottie Barnes, Russell Westbrook, and Aaron Gordon exchange words. 👀
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