The Toronto Raptors are suddenly roaring after winning their fifth straight game with their dismantling of the Philadelphia 76ers, 121-112, at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Wednesday.

The Raptors improved to 10-5, including an impressive 7-3 on the road. After being down at halftime, they took the lead with an 18-7 run to start the third quarter and never looked back.

In the closing minutes of the third frame, Toronto also had a highlight dunk courtesy of Scottie Barnes. After Jamal Shead stole the ball from VJ Edgecombe, he tossed the ball to Barnes, who attacked the paint and blew a kiss to Jared McCain before throwing it down.

Barnes has always been a colorful character, and that little smooch for McCain was definitely on brand.

The 24-year-old forward finished with 16 points, nine rebounds, five assists, one steal, and one block, although he also had a game-high five turnovers. The Raptors were led by Brandon Ingram and RJ Barrett, who each logged 22 points. Six players finished in twin digits for Toronto.

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Fans have taken notice of Barnes' uncanny antics, including shooting the ball backward during the Skills Challenge in last year's All-Star Weekend. He has also been documented doing weird celebrations when a teammate gets a rebound or screaming excessively during games.

But whatever works, right?

Barnes is once again putting up a productive campaign in his fifth season, averaging 19.4 points on 50.2% shooting, 7.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 1.4 steals, and 1.8 blocks before facing the 76ers.

Just imagine if he takes the game more seriously. That would be *chef's kiss.*