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Samson & Tre bring on their good pals Curly & Mac to discuss the Raptors new hire and their fav prospects.Curly's twitter: https://twitter.com/livebythe03Mac's twitter: https://twitter.com/ManTheyCallMacTimestamps will be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads.0:00 - Introductions1:50 - Thoughts on Darko, the new coach15:20 - Cason Wallace24:00 - Gradey Dick29:30 - Keyonte George, the Raptors pick36:50 - Focusing on strengths 39:15 - Kris Murray (dark horse)44:35 - Noah Clowney (dark horse)46:50 - Anthony Black & Brandin Podziemski51:25 - Colby Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk & Josh Codinera talk about the big prospects from the G-League Ignite. Josh's interview with Leonard Miller: OPS Film Room | 2023 NBA Draft Prospect Leonard Miller film session w/ Josh Codinera - YouTubeTimestamps will be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 0:00 - Introductions1:45 - Scoot Henderson3:15 - Scoot's creation tools7:50 - Scoot off-ball9:25 - Scoot's defense10:20 - Guard Screening11:00 - Finishing + Touch 14:15 - Is Scoot a future star?16:35 - Scoot's jumper development19:25 - Scoot + Scottie Barnes23:05 - Leonard Miller37:40 - Sidy Cissoko48:05 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Off-Season Funhouse: Episode 289Joining us this week: He's an actor and producer from shows like The Amazing Gayl Pile, it's Brooks Gray, along with his sons Marc E Mann and Spency G from the Orangeball Juice Podcast!(00:00) - Intro time, song and dance, all that(04:48) - NBA: Major takeaways from the Nuggets winning their first ever title(19:44) - NBA: How to make the NBA draft more entertaining(32:57) - Raptors: Darko Rajaković is the new head coach! What is the initial reaction to this hiring?(45:00) - Raptors: Fred VanVleet has turned down his player option and will become a unrestricted free agent. He gets a lot of hate from Raptors fans. Why is that?Creative Commons licensing credits for each episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk & Louis Zatzman talk all about Darko Rajakovic's career and how he'll impact the Raptors.Timestamps will be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 0:00 - Introductions2:20 - Darko's coaching history7:45 - Darko's Coaching Ideals15:00 - Darko's effect on Scottie Barnes17:55 - Can the players on the roster, play in Darko's style?22:45 - The importance of cutting26:50 - Different ways to initiate offense36:00 - Quick adaptability39:25 - Thoughts on the defense40:00 - Darko's history as a developer45:30 - The Nick Nurse shooting school47:20 - Development & Coaching together49:34 - Keeping defenses off-balance50:40 - More kindness with players53:10 - Differences between Nurse & Darko1:01:50 - What we're looking forward to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk & Ben Pfeifer discuss 4 draft prospects. Ben's twitter: https://twitter.com/bjpf_Ben's youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@benpfeifer8192Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads.0:00 - Introductions2:15 - Nick Smith Jr.17:30 - Jett Howard26:58 - A very strong draft 29:05 - Keyonte George35:54 - OKC trading for a star37:50 - Keyonte George again46:45 - Dariq Whitehead55:05 - Ranking the 4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Cathryn Naiker is joined by Louis Zatzman to cover the happenings in a wild NBA Finals. Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic have been incredible. Does Miami have enough shooting and creative defence to slow them down?And in Raptor-land, Fred VanVleet suitors are starting to emerge. The pair discuss what his future could look like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath give their scouting reports on Maxwell Lewis & Jordan Hawkins. Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 0:00 - Introductions1:35 - Maxwell Lewis stats5:43 - Maxwell Lewis20:30 - Jordan Hawkins stats37:55 - Favorite of the guys we've discussed so far38:50 - Directions for teams43:35 - Gausman & Manoah46:50 - Come talk basketball with us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The title says it all. We talk everything from summer league to NBA playoffs to Raptors head coach to what you're thinking in your head right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk is joined by Blake Murphy & Eric Koreen for a Raptors Reasonablists reunion podcast. Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 0:00 - Introductions4:28 - The Raptors coaching search12:30 - Trading up in the draft (O.G. + Pascal)23:20 - Why does the starting lineup not guarantee future success?30:15 - Jak, Fred, Gary returning37:00 - Kobe Bufkin & Cason Wallace38:33 - Gradey Dick40:00 - Raptors vs. Jays43:20 - Goodbyes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Off-Season Funhouse: Episode 288Joining us this week: He's a Raptors Republic writer and podcaster, it's Adon Moss! She's the new editor-in-chief of Raptors HQ, it's Chelsea Leite!Topics this week:(00:00) - Intro!(06:02) - NBA: With the Miami Heat set up to play the Denver Nuggets, this finals ties the longest stretch in a row with no back-to-back finals appearances (1974-1978 & 2019-2023). This is the era of parity. How does this series reflect that and how long will this era last?(16:06) - NBA: What's the best new coach fit so far? Griffin/Bucks, Nurse/76'ers or Udoka/Rockets?(30:21) - RAPTORS: The Rogers Centre went through some cool renovations. What cool renovations does the Scotiabank Arena need, and will the court be wet?(42:21) - RAPTORS: Biggest off-season questions!Creative Commons licensing credits for each episode can be found here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the Rap Up Summer Edition, Oren Weisfeld and Adon Moss argue about the NBA's future. Adon's thesis is the League is on a perilous path towards doom. Oren disagrees. Towards the end of the pod, the two also have a quick conversation about the Playoffs, what they've observed, and what they've been surprised about. Enjoy!Time Stamps:1:20 - Adon poses his thesis on the NBA's Entertainment/Revenue Bubble issue.7:12 - NBA's Deal with the Devil9:20 - Oren's rebuttal and Adon's rebuttal13:25 - Oren's aside on LeBron James' retirement15:30 - A Player's Life Cycle and their incentives and NBA's Short Term perspective23:00 - Problems with NBA mainstream media30:30 - Who is and why is the face of the NBA?36:50 - Quality of the Game, its problems, and how to fix it46:25 - NBA Playoffs - Western Conference55:55 - Who does Denver want to face: Boston or Miami? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Cathryn Naiker recruits basketball journalist and cat-owner, Oren Weisfeld, to run through the NBA Conference Finals. Have the Denver Nuggets been disrespected for far too long? Is Lebron really considering retirement? And why are the Bostons Celtics still getting so much media favourability?And for the Toronto Raptors, new coach rumours continue to swirl. But what should they be seeking? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath get together to discuss the latest in the Raptors world, plus Cason Wallace & Anthony Black.Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 0:00 - Introductions1:10 - Raptors/Blazers trade2:50 - The Nash news9:28 - Cason Wallace stats10:20 - Cason Wallace26:50 - Anthony Black stats28:50 - Anthony Black46:20 - Goodbyes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Forgetful Curator - a conversation with some of your favourite personalities who cover the Toronto Raptors. We dive deep into their careers, why they chose to cover the team in the way that they do. We take a look at some of their favourite Raptor moments and their takes on the team going forward.0:00 Introduction 1:23 Adon's Basketball Memories 20:51 Writing Influences and Adon's writing style and process. 56:42 Raptors & NBA Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk responds to listener questions. Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 0:00 - Introductions0:44 - Why do fans dislike the Raptors?4:20 - My favorite screen in basketball6:18 - Origin of "Fist" in basketball7:13 - Gary Trent Jr. Replacements?9:55 - Can Scottie emulate Jimmy Butler?12:08 - Scottie & Precious fit16:30 - Scottie's Ceiling19:00 - Why was I wrong about the Raptors making the playoffs?21:35 - Drafting Archetypes23:55 - Will the Raptors run it back without Gary?24:55 - Would a rookie guard help the starting lineup?26:00 - Changing the Raptors offense30:39 - Getting scared by the babadook31:33 - Fred & Pascal's health going forward34:30 - Ideal low usage players36:55 - Getting another pick at the draft40:19 - Improving bench players41:44 - Is Jokic unstoppable?43:50 - Why break up the frontcourt?46:15 - Is next season a complete throwaway?48:34 - Incoming coach talks49:05 - What have I enjoyed most from my first season covering the team in person?51:10 - Goodbyes + Paying me is cool Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The conference finals are underway and the superstars are superstar-ing. Host Cathryn Naiker enlists Toronto Raptors staff writer, Vivek Jacob, to help breakdown who has the best chance of making the NBA Finals. In other news, the draft lottery has come and went. And Victor Wembanyama has a clearer idea of where he will call home for the foreseeable future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath to get together to discuss a couple draft prospects & the latest news around the Raptors. Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads.0:00 - Introductions0:40 - The NBA Lottery2:45 - The Becky Hammon situation12:05 - Brice Sensabaugh28:45 - The Sensabaugh Stats30: 55 - Bilal Coulibaly47:40 - Coulibaly's Numbers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Off-Season Funhouse: Episode 287Joining us on the pod this week: He's a Raptors Republic writer, it's Nigel Nicholas! He's from the two-time Canadian Podcast Award nominated show Below the Hardwood, it's Ryan Henry!(00:00) - Guest intros and whatnot!(04:18) - NBA: Four teams remain. Which finals match-up is the most compelling?(14:20) - NBA: By the time you hear this, the draft lottery will be over. Besides ping-pong balls, what's another way to make the lottery a little more theatrical?(24:55) - Raptors: Masai talked about the team not being fun to watch. What would make the team more fun next year?(35:55) - Raptors: If you could transport any former Raps role player to this current squad, who would it be?Creative Commons licensing credits for each episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk is joined by Keerthika Uthayakumar to talk about stats in the NBA, her role in the broadcast, and the Raptors at large. Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads.0:00 - Introductions 1:20 - Covering the WNBA game3:40 - Keeks role in the broadcast7:05 - Contextualizing stats11:55 - The Raptors season of bad stats13:15 - Accessibility of statistics19:15 - How stats shape the game27:55 - Keeks' favorite stats29:55 - What comes first, film or stats?31:45 - Favorite part of being at games35:00 - Broadcast pet peeves39:20 - Parting shots Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk details the Chicago Sky's win over the Lynx, in the first WNBA game ever played in Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Cathryn Naiker is joined by the old-head who started it all, Zarar Siddiqi! The playoffs have some great match-ups but the pair discuss how the quality of play is as high as ever.And the Toronto Raptors have been having a busy week. More reports begin to trickle out surrounding their head coaching interviews. Which direction should the organization go in the wake of Nick Nurse? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath discuss the latest in the Raptors sphere.Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 0:00 - Introductions1:00 - Masai rumors4:20 - Gary's changing market11:40 - the latest coaching rumors17:20 - Checking in on Stackhouse18:10 - Corner offense21:30 - Becky Hammon23:12 - No goodbyes for Nurse from players27:45 - Do the playoffs inform what we want from the Raptors?36:35 - BLUE JAYS43:17 - Draft talk incoming Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk is joined by friend of the show and professional scout, Josh Codinera to discuss three prospects in the Raptors range.Josh's twitter: https://twitter.com/JoshScoutEmGoose's Bufkin piece: https://hoopgoose.notion.site/hoopgoose/Kobe-Bufkin-3674bde811e940e3a03f70c1e59179bbTimestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads.0:00 - Introductions1:35 - Kobe Bufkin5:07 - Bufkin driving & finishing8:20 - Screen Navigation8:45 - The Raptors guard athleticism10:10 - Kobe Bufkin's jumpshot12:10 - Bufkin's fit with Scottie13:20 - Bufkin's counters14:12 - Bufkin's playmaking16:20 - Bufkin's defense19:57 - Gradey Dick23:25 - Dick's defense24:50 - Dick's tremendous shooting25:45 - Dick's counters27:12 - Screencraft & Shot Prep28:38 - Dick Initiation29:50 - Gradey's finishing32:00 - Scottie & Dick33:35 - Cam Whitmore35:15 - Whitmore's defense38:15 - Whitmore's fit41:30 - Whitmore's craft43:30 - Operating with advantage45:00 - One aspect of each players game to translate47:33 - Order of preference in drafting49:25 - Who has Josh seen in person?50:40 - Noah Clowney52:20 - Tools vs Resume53:15 - Goodbyes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Cathryn Naiker brings in renowned basketball journalist, Katie Heindl, after a busy week. The NBA playoffs are well into the second round and there's a lot to talk about. The match-ups are juicy and the stakes are rising.And in Raptor-land, Masai promised big changes. Well, the first change happened. Who should be next to guide the new era of Toronto basketball? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk is joined by the very best: Evin Gualberto & Caitlin Cooper to talk about coaching in the NBA. Here is Caitlin's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/basketballshewroteHere is Evin's youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@EvinGualberto/videosTimestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 0:00 - Introductions3:00 - What Evin looks for in a coach6:30 - What does Caitlin look for in a coach?8:00 - How do you tell when players are buying in?12:20 - Liverpool FC, the Raptors, and losing effort15:45 - How does Caitlin identity buy in?17:45: Looking back at Vision 6'9"21:30 - How would you coach the Raptors?26:30 - Maximizing Scottie Barnes29:10 - How does Evin make the Raptors work?30:35 - Caitlin fixes the Raptors34:10 - .5 second players vs 5 second players37:35 - What role do rotations play in coaching?47:35 - Handoff offense in the NBA58:27 - Goodbyes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Off-Season Funhouse: Episode 286Joining us today: He's the co-host of The Great Canadian Baking Show, comedian Alan Shane Lewis! He writes for places like the Beaverton and TheLeafsNation, it's comedian Filipe Dimas!(00:00) - Intro: Pour one out for Nick Nurse.(06:00) - NBA: Biggest takeaways from Round 01.(20:24) - NBA: Dillon Brooks is the new face of NBA villains. Who could take the crown from him next year?(32:54) - Raptors: Nick Nurse loved his music and guest-starring on Canadian TV. What does Masai get up to in his spare time?(42:26) - Raptors: What are you hoping the next Raptors coach brings to the table?(58:09) - Leafs: Bonus! What were you doing the last time the Leafs made the 2nd round?Creative Commons licensing credits for each episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Cathryn is joined by Es Baraheni to discuss the NBA playoffs. The Milwaukee Bucks eliminated by the Heat! Warriors, Lakers, Celtics and more! Follow Es on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JustEsBaraheni Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath get together to discuss the latest in the Raptors world. Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads.0:00 - Introductions1:20 - Fred VanVleet mock negotiation13:40 - Raptors recent contract history15:35 - Re-signing Jakob Poeltl19:18 - Gary Trent Jr.'s Contract27:00 - Tre's fanfic of the Raptors season33:00 - Tre's favorite coaching candidate36:25 - Blue Jays Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk & Louis Zatzman get together to review the Raptors season. Timestamps may be effected by 30 seconds to 1 minute due to implemented ads. 0:00 - Introductions1:50 - Nick Nurse's firing8:06 - Pascal Siakam21:55 - Fred VanVleet32:33 - Scottie Barnes52:10 - O.G. Anunoby1:03:40 - Jakob Poeltl1:12:40 - Gary Trent Jr.1:23:00 - Precious Achiuwa1:31:40 - Otto Porter Jr.1:31:55 - Chris Boucher1:36:50 - Christian Koloko1:42:00 - Thad Young1:46:27 - Jeff Dowtin Jr.1:52:33 - Dalano Banton1:56:10 - Malachi Flynn2:01:30 - Joe Wieskamp2:02:20 - Will Barton2:02:48 - Ron Harper Jr.2:05:50 - Juancho Hernangomez2:06:10 - Khem Birch2:08:00 - Samson's first year on the beat2:13:35 - Thank you listeners and readers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk takes questions from listeners in the wake of the Nurse firing and Masai's media availability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Look, the playoffs are wild. The Sacramento Kings lead their first series in nearly 20 years. Draymond Green has been suspended yet again. And the Los Angeles Clippers look like they could (potentially) knock off the popular favourite Phoenix Suns. Host Cathryn Naiker and esteemed guest, Casey Bannerman, hold it down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath discuss the latest in the Raptors sphere, plus some insights on the NBA and the Blue Jays.Support the podcast sponsor here: https://www.queensway.ca/samson-folk/Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads.0:00 - Introductions0:34 - Draymond + dirty plays3:35 - Fox was built for the playoffs6:35 - Raptors dirty plays13:18 - Scottie Barnes Sophomore Season22:08 - Our favorite games of the season22:09 - Scottie vs. Indiana24:10 - The Season Opener26:55 - Pascal Siakam goes for 5229:00 - Pascal team-building + Pascal improvements34:00 - Raptors Caribbean Night35:15 - Caribbean vs. Caribbean36:05 - Precious' big rebounding game37:15 - Is there still All-Star potential?39:40 - When will Masai speak?40:55 - Blue Jays Talk49:00 - Our fastballs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk is joined by Michael Grange to discuss the latest in Raptors news, Canada basketball, and the league at large.Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 0:00 - Introductions 1:00 - The Nick Nurse Situation 8:46 - The Raptors failing strategy11:40 - Why is the Raptors roster underperforming?14:54 - The Raptors bet on shooting development21:50 - How do the Raptors build going forward?23:50 - Trading Pascal Siakam27:25 - Scottie + Jakob pairing31:40 - Is Nick Nurse returning?36:00 - How has the league changed while Mike has covered it?39:00 - Has the rise in skill helped bring about parity?43:15 - Will Rings Culture die off?45:30 - Team Canada Basketball55:55 - Basketball in Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 10, Episode 285Welcome to the season 10 finale of Confederacy of Dunks! We are switching to a biweekly schedule until next season starts. Thanks so much for listening and we'll see you in a couple weeks.Now, onto the episode:Joining us from the Steve Dangle Podcast Network, it's Raptors Republic alum, Esfandiar Baraheni! You know him as a writer and one of the hosts of "The Rap Up" on Raptors Republic, it's Oren Weisfeld!(00:00) - Intro time! A Season 10 salute.(05:30) - NBA: Which team is gonna upset in the first round?(26:53) - NBA: Only three former players have moved on to ref in the NBA. Which current player would be a great ref when they retire from playing?(34:33) - Raptors: Which player (other than Scottie) do you have zero interest in moving this off-season? Which players on the team (who aren't FA's) should be moved?(63:33) - Raptors: What is a headline or slogan that can me used in the future to reference this terrible season?Creative Commons licensing credits for each episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath are joined by some friends to discuss the Raptors finish to the season and what they plan to do now that it's over. Support the podcast sponsor here: https://www.queensway.ca/samson-folk/Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 1:55 - Nabeel, Tank Commander 4:20 - Don't let anyone walk for nothing9:05 - Pascal, O.G., Fred, who do you trade?10:45 - Tre's reaction to the play-in loss12:30 - Being sensible, in the new reality15:55 - Fred's forthcoming comments21:00 - Pascal's future with the Raptors27:10 - Baker provides the outside perspective33:50 - Scottie inheriting a team built for Pascal35:50 - The status of Tre's smile36:45 - Scottie's conditioning39:50 - Presser funnies40:40 - Fred VanVleet & finding another dynamic guard42:25 - Build through the draft or trades?43:35 - What position do we want the Raptors to draft?48:50 - Cason Wallace52:14 - Kobe Bufkin56:50 - Believing in Masai? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zarar Siddiqi, Keyane Haddad, and Sahal Abdi break down the Raptors season ending Play-in loss to the Chicago Bulls. They talk about what went wrong during the game, the lasting impact this will have on the roster, the future of numerous Raptors players as well as Nick Nurse, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well, wasn't that a fitting end to the season! The Toronto Raptors blew one more lead late in the game and this time it ended their season. Host, Cathryn Naiker, brings back a fan favourite in Freddie Rivas to help her breakdown what is next for the North.What could the off-season look like for the Rap's? Is Nick Nurse as good as gone? What about the pending free agents? And who is to blame for this disappointing season? Oh, and yeah, those screams, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk is joined by Blake Murphy to discuss the Raptors loss and their upcoming offseason.Reggie Evans Award: Scottie BarnesQR Comment: Chys Nac Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk is joined by the terrific Steph Noh to discuss the looming Raptors vs. Bulls play-in game. Here's Steph's piece on the Bulls pick n' roll defense: https://www.sportingnews.com/ca/nba/news/raptors-bulls-jakob-poeltl-play-in-tournament-game/wznioyiiu24v7o9riazt4kdgSteph's twitter: https://twitter.com/StephNohTimestamps will be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 1:00 - Who have the Bulls been this year?3:25 - Pascal vs. The undersized Bulls7:00 - Can DeMar & Zach be picked on defensively?7:55- Why O.G. is dangerous in this matchup8:38 - The Bulls driving vs. the Raptors11:25 - The Zach Lavine matchup14:30 - Will the pick n pop unlock the Bulls offense?17:50 - Vooch cross screens & the Pascal switch19:20 - The Bulls pick n roll defense 23:20 - The Raptors pick n roll defense24:30 - Steph's prediction25:00 - What does a Bulls win look like?27:00 - What does a Raptors win look like?28:30 - Three point variance in the NBA29:50 - Pat Bev play-in legend31:30 - The Raptors want to make the Bulls play big32:30 - Outside perspective on Scottie36:10 - The Raptors and zone38:25 - DeMar's playoff struggles42:17 - You can find Steph everywhere42:40 - Samson's prediction43:16 - Goodbyes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 10, Episode 284Joining us this week: He's got a new comedy special called "Live in a Bowling Alley," Comedian Graham Kay! Last but not least, she's a comedian and writer featured on places like Raptors HQ, Yahoo Sports and more, it's Chelsea Leite!This week's topics:(00:00) - Intro and off-season announcement(07:16) - Raptors: The Play-in. What is there to look forward to or care about?(19:56) - Raptors: Has Nick Nurse quit on the team?(35:28) - NBA: If you could design the in-season tournament, how would you make players care about it?(50:04) - NBA: Which playoff series are you the most excited for?Creative Commons licensing credits for each episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oren Weisfeld and Sahal Abdi break down the Raptors Sunday matinee victory over the Milwaukee Bucks. They give their thoughts on the season as a whole, as well as preview the Raptors play-in game against the Chicago Bulls Wednesday night. All this and more on the Rap Up LIVE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors win over the Bucks.QR Comment: RYEReggie Evans Award: Precious Achiuwa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors loss to the Celtics. Reggie Evans Award: No oneQR Comment: Chys Nac Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath get together to discuss the latest in the Raptors realm. Support the podcast here with QAG: https://www.queensway.ca/samson-folk/Caitlin's patreon: https://www.patreon.com/basketballshewroteTimestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 0:00 - Introductions0:45 - Jeff Dowtin won't be converted5:45 - The Play-In matchup vs. The Bulls11:40 - Who will star in the Play-In?14:50 - Could Scottie or O.G. swing a game?16:50 - Why has O.G. been so good lately?25:35 - Scottie Barnes' finish to the season29:30 - Scottie's special strength creation31:30 - Tre's favorite prospects34:30 - The Raptors have to get this draft right39:10 - Blue Jays starting pitching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The NBA Play-in games are around the corner and several teams are hoping they make it through the high stakes mini-tournament. Shuffling for match-ups, player legacies, a new CBA, and free agent decisions have all flooded the NBA news cycle. Luckily for our host, Cathryn Naiker, she's joined by Raptors Republic fan favourite, Oren Weisfeld, to help talk out a wild end to the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk details the Raptors loss to the Celtics.QR Comment: ShepoopooReggie Evans Award: Precious Achiuwa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All 4 guys are back together as they discuss the Raptors 120-100 victory over the Charlotte Hornets Tuesday night. They discuss OG's hot streak, Will Bartons impact in his return, and of course some more Nick Nurse talk. All this and MORE on the Rap Up LIVE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors win over the Hornets. QR Comment: RYEReggie Evans Award: Pascal Siakam Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors win over the Hornets.QR comment: JHPReggie Evans Award: O.G. Anunoby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oren Weisfeld breaks down the Raptors 117-110 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers as well as the rumors surrounding Nick Nurses future with the team. All this and more on the Rap Up LIVE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.