The Chicago Bulls beat the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday in the 2023 NBA Play-In Tournament. Throughout the 109-105 victory, DeMar DeRozan‘s daughter Diar DeRozan could be heard screaming every time a Raptors' player was shooting a free throw. Scottie Barnes wasn't sure if it had an effect, but he gave credit to the daughter of the Bulls star for trying, per Raptors beat reporter Josh Lewenberg.

“It was quiet in the gym. She was yelling. I was trying to figure out who it was… I don't know if it really had an effect. We went 18-for-36 (from the line) so it had to have an effect somewhat. She did a great job.”

Diar DeRozan has to be thrilled that at least one of the Raptors' players admitted her impact. She certainly tried her best at it, as she could be heard over the national broadcast every time Toronto went to the line.

Whether her impact was felt or not, Diar DeRozan watched her dad DeMar end up on the winning side in the matchup between the Raptors and Bulls. Her dad put forth a solid effort, finishing the game with 23 points and 7 rebounds, including two emphatic slam dunks.

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Between Scottie Barnes and Diar DeRozan, the latter will probably be the only one tuning in to the next round of the NBA Play-In Tournament between the Bulls and the Heat. If the Bulls are smart, they will get her a seat right behind the hoop.