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NBA Star RJ Barrett’s Younger Brother Nathan, Passes Away
Toronto Raptors Player RJ Barrett’s Younger Brother Nathan Is Dead
The basketball community is rallying around Toronto Raptors player RJ Barrett after it was revealed his brother, Nathan, recently passed away.
Nathan’s former youth basketball coach, Chris Stewart, confirmed the tragic news on Thursday, saying the athlete was special to the program.
“Nathan was only with us for a short time in grade 7 before he moved to Florida but whenever he was back in Mississauga the boys connected,” Stewart said. “No parent should ever have to bury a child, hug your kids today a little longer. You will be missed Nathan, RIP ❤️🏀🙏🕊️”
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Nathan — a 6-foot-1 guard — played at Montverde Academy, just like RJ. He had dreams of becoming a pilot.
“In my family, we’re very competitive,” RJ told SLAM in 2018. “Everyone is always trying to beat each other. Everyone is an athlete, so that’s where I get all my competitive drive.”
RJ spent one season at Duke University before going 3rd overall in the 2019 NBA Draft. He played for the Knicks until he was traded to the Raptors in December.
Barrett — who did not play in Wednesday’s game against the Detroit Pistons — has been ruled out of Friday night’s contest against the Orlando Magic … and understandably, it is unclear when he will return to the court. May his soul rest in peace!
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