Two weeks after the announcement of the death of his brother Nathan at the age of 19, RJ Barrett was back at Raptors practice Friday. For the first time since this family drama, the Raptors guard has spoke to journalists.
“You know, he was my best friend. I will always miss him. I keep texting him. Sometimes I call him. It's a difficult time, but I thank everyone for their support. And in particular the Raptors for allowing me to take time, and for welcoming me like that. »
Playing for his brother's memory
We still don't know the reasons for the death of RJ's brother, but the New York Post reveals that he had not been feeling well for several weeks, and that he had returned to live with his parents.
“I have already lost some people in my life, but this death affects me a little more. It's definitely different, and it's much more difficult. You have to move forward every day, and you have to be able to try to understand” continues the former Knicks player.
While one might think that Barrett would stay away from the Raptors until the end of the season, he chose to return to the field. “I know my brother would have wanted me to be there, to play, and to continue to grow the Barrett legacy. »
