It sounds like RJ Barrett is progressing and may be able to return at some point in the next couple of days. He took part in practice and has been cleared for contact as he works his way back from an AC joint sprain, Rajaković said. The plan is to see how he feels during shootaround on Friday before making a final decision.

TORONTO — Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic has confirmed that Canadian swingman RJ Barrett was ruled out for Toronto's home opener against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Canadian swingman RJ Barrett was upgraded to day-to-day and engaged in non-contact practise on Monday, two days before Toronto hosts the Cleveland Cavaliers at Scotiabank Arena.

It seems unlikely that RJ Barrett will be ready for Toronto Raptors season opener against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Barrett is making progress in his recovery from shoulder injury, but head coach Darko Rajakovic called Barrett day-to-day.

RJ Barrett was upgraded to day-to-day and engaged in non-contact practise on Monday, two days before Toronto hosts the Cleveland Cavaliers at Scotiabank Arena.