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Sahal and Kyle break down a great win for the Raptors in the season opener against the Cleveland Cavaliers. How the starters looked, as well as some great first impressions made off the bench! 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 win over the Cavaliers.Reggie Evans Award: OG AnunobyQR Comment: Ice Cold Khem Brrch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

(Season 10, Episode 265)RAPTORS: The NBA is officially back! How big of an issue is shooting going to be for the Raptors this year? Which Raptor is gonna change the way people think about him?NBA: Does the NBA need to change the way they open the season? We give some different ideas that might make the season start with a bigger bang. Bold, irrational takes? It must be the start of the season. We've got some good ones for you!With special guests: Raptors Republic alum Esfandiar Baraheni and Down By Two Podcast's Josh Elijah!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 Oren Weisfeld to discuss OG Anunoby's upcoming season. 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 Louis Zatzman to talk about the Raptors win over the Celtics and the preseason as a whole. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk brings on Jamar Hinds to preview Precious Achiuwa's season.Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 00:00 - Welcome1:08 - Flashbulb thoughts on Precious' Sophomore szn3:10 - Do we believe in the shooting?7:08 - Why Samson wants Precious to start11:40 - Jamar's thoughts on Precious starting12:50 - Precious' potential as a roller17:35 - What is the vision of Precious for the future?23:15 - Gary off the bench or in the starting lineup28:05 - Final thoughts on Precious Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 10.264: Season 10 Premiere!RAPTORS: We open up season ten of Confederacy of Dunks talking about Nurse's appearance on the Bob McCown pod, where he said the lineup isn't changing and Gary earned his spot. The Raptors odds for the over/under this season seem to be hovering around 45-46 wins. Are we taking the under or the over?NBA: We had the unicorn and now LeBron is calling Victor Wembanyama an alien. What are some other non-human descriptors for magical players that need to happen? Let us know when you think of it. While we're talking about over/under odds across the league, which teams are the most blatant to end up going over and under?With Adam Christie and Sheldon Alexander!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.

Sahal and Asad discuss the latest Raptors preseason game against the Chicago Bulls. How the starters looked, as well as the battle for a spot in the back end of the roster. 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 Bulls. Reggie Evans Award: Dalano BantonQR comment: crazysportsfan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adon Moss goes solo as he discusses his takeaways from the Raptors 116-100 loss to the Houston Rockets in preseason. He discusses the struggles of some of the starters as well as the battle for the final roster spots. 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 preseason loss to the Rockets.Reggie Evans Award: Dalano BantonQR Comment: brickforvic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oren and Zarar discuss the Raptors second preseason game vs the Boston Celtics. They touch on the 3 point shooting and half-court offense struggles with the starters. As well as the players on the outside looking in and how they can make the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk brings on Mac Cunningham to preview Scottie Barnes' sophomore season.Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on timestamps.00:00 - Welcome1:12 - Scottie Barnes, the everything man4:30 - How to utilize Scottie8:10 - How do the lineups effect Scottie?17:55 - What do we want to see Scottie doing?19:00 - Scottie is an elite passer22:15 - Debating Scottie's Defense33:31 - Samson's expectations for Scottie38:20 - Can Scottie run an effective offense from the PG position?42:25 - The first development isn't always the 3 point shot 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 win over the Celtics. Reggie Evans Award: Khem BirchQR Comment: Mdougy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk brings on Curly to preview Fred VanVleet's season.Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds to 1 minute.00:00 - Welcome1:30 - Can Fred become the Raptors best player again?7:05 - Fred's return to form on defense9:45 - What does the perfect year for Fred look like?15:15 - Freddy's extension situation 19:55 - What improvements are we looking for from Fred? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Off-Season Funhouse: Episode 263The preseason is underway, so we'll rap up our final off-season episode and start season 10 up next week!RAPTORS: The preseason has begun. We talk about any relevant takeaways from game one. Assuming Juancho slots into the 13th roster spot, who is gonna fill out the 14th and 15th spot?NBA: Steve Ballmer gave a hilarious speech in Seattle the other night. What other city that doesn't have a team deserves the same kind of mad billionaire speech? The era of parity is amongst us. Three straight finals with six different teams. If this keeps up, which two new teams are headed to the finals this year?With Alexey Ots and Alison Hope!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.

Host Samson Folk brings on Bruno Passos to discuss the Raptors & the Spurs.Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads.00:00 - Welcome1:02 - A retrospective on Kawhi 3:55 - Why would a person watch the Spurs this season?6:35 - Tracking Vassell's Development9:20 - Bruno's thoughts on the Raptors12:44 - Who on the Raptors pops?14:55 - What kind of team are the Spurs building?19:20 - Is there room for a Poeltl to the Raptors trade?23:10 - The Spurs hierarchy, what does it look like? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oren and Zarar talk about the Raptors preseason opener against the Utah Jazz. They touch on how the starting five looked, Fred VanVleet being off ball more, and who stood out on the bench. Also... how much can you really take away from the preseason? 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 preseason win over the Utah Jazz.Reggie Evans Award: Chris Boucher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oren and Adon discuss their reactions from Raptors training camp live in Victoria including what they saw in the gym, Pascal Siakam's work ethic, and what Rico Hines brings to the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oren Weisfeld and Adon Moss are live in Victoria, B.C. to discuss their takeaways from Day 2 at Raptors training camp. They discuss Nick Nurse's comments about the starting lineup, who they would start, how to build around Pascal Siakam, Malachi Flynn, Gary Trent Jr., and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk brings on Alykhan Bijani to discuss the Raptors & Rockets. Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads.00:00 - Welcome2:05 - Alykhan wants some Offensive innovation 3:44 - Alykhan loves the defense6:21 - Jalen Green Rocks8:30 - Scottie is a versatility machine13:20 - What identity is Houston building?16:35 - Has Kevin Porter Jr. turned the corner?20:05 - Precious Achiuwa & Alperen Sengun24:54 - What should these teams steal from eachother? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Available on YouTube as well, The man they call Mac is joined by Samson Folk & Esfandiar Baraheni. They discuss the Toronto Raptors' media day, draw up game-winning plays, and more!00:00:00 Intro 00:01:54 Raptors Media Day Takeaways00:19:53 Final Roster Predictions00:26:53 Game Scenario Segment00:37:05 Would You Rather?Fred Vanvleet or ...00:37:47 Darius Garland00:39:10 Jamal Murray00:41:31 Jrue Holiday00:42:20 Tyrese Haliburton00:42:57 Shai Gilgeous-AlexanderGary Trent Jr. or ...00:43:50 Marcus Smart00:44:48 Tyler Herro00:47:32 Herb Jones00:49:00 Caris Levert00:50:38 Norman PowellO.G. Anunoby or ...00:55:19 Lu Dort00:55:47 Jaylen Brown00:58:21 Mikal Bridges01:00:34 RJ Barrett01:02:36 Is O.G. Better Than Scottie?01:10:00 Michael Porter Jr. Scottie Barnes or ...01:10:52 Evan Mobley01:15:16 Franz Wagner01:18:06 Ben Simmons01:20:32 Draymond Green01:23:55 Demar DerozanPascal Siakam or ...01:26:05 Zion Williamson01:26:16 Karl-Anthony Towns01:27:09 Jimmy Butler01:29:52 Prime Chris Bosh01:33:55 Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Off-Season Basketball Funhouse: Episode 262RAPTORS: To sum up Media Day, it seems like Scottie wants to play point guard, Pascal is content, Fred needs his minutes managed and the Raptors might not be quite there yet to compete for another championship. What is the single biggest takeaway from Media Day? If you could ask the Raptors organization something and they had to give a truthful response, what would you ask?NBA: The league is taking away Lowry and DeRozan's famous transition take foul. Is this going to lead to a slower game with more video review? The Eastern Conference is stacked down the middle. Which teams are gonna be fighting for the playoffs in the 7-10 play-in spots?With Graham Kay and Ryan Henry!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 Adon Moss are live in Victoria, B.C. to discuss their takeaways from Day 1 at Raptors training camp. They discuss the importance of FIBA experience, Fred VanVleet playing off-ball, team depth, veteran additions, and the all-important vibes. 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 Sabreena Merchant to discuss the Raptors & Clippers. Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads.00:00 - Welcome1:20 - Sabreena's thoughts on the Raptors6:45 - Is it the Clippers year?10:45 - The Star duo of Paul George & Kawhi Leonard16:20 - Can the Clippers maintain their gritty playstyle with the stars in tow?22:50 - What can the Clippers and Raptors take from eachother?29:20 - Fred VanVleet34:45 - Parting shots Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Off-Season Basketball Funhouse: Episode 261RAPTORS: Five Raptors made the CBS Top 100 players. Whose position is the most bothersome? (Siakam: 24th, Fred: 38th, Scottie: 48th, OG: 59th, Gary: 75th.) Juancho lit up the Euro Finals. Are we sleeping on him as a rotation guy? Who are the first five off of the Raptors bench?NBA: Dolly Parton has Dollywood. Which NBA player deserves their own theme park? Players have up and down years. What player will be on a comeback mission? What player will come back down to earth?With Ben Davies and Jay Rosales!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 brings on Bowser2Bowser to discuss the Cavs & the Raptors.Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads.00:00 - Welcome1:25 - Bows' big ideas on the Raptors2:15 - Does vision 6'9" include a big, mobile center?8:45 - Questioning Criticism's of Nick Nurse's Offense (This is debated later on) 16:10 - Why the Cavs would struggle with the Raptors in a matchup19:48 - Peel switching to keep up with the Cavs offense27:05 - Dealing with Cleveland's massive frontcourt32:55 - Bows doesn't want Mobley guarding Siakam for long 34:53 - Are the Cavs on track for regular season and postseason success?40:00 - Our tier lists of the East43:15 - What are the offensive similarities between these two teams?45:55 - The Nick Nurse offense debate 53:45 - Scottie Barnes' jumpshot 55:35 - Evan Mobley & Scottie Barnes1:10:37 - We hate Siakam at Center + Precious positivityYou can find Bows' twitter here: https://twitter.com/bowser2bowserAnd the Basketball Action Dictionary here: https://thebasketballactiondictionary.medium.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oren, Adon and Sahal draft their top NBA Coach of the Year (COY) Award Candidates. From favourite Ime Udoka to dark horse Steve Nash to Raptors coach Nick Nurse, the guys run through it all in a draft format to help preview the 2022-23 NBA Season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk brings on Aaron Edwards to discuss the Suns & Raptors. You can follow Aaron here: https://twitter.com/ayronedTimestamps may be affected by 30 seconds to 1 minute from implemented ads.00:00 - Welcome0:48 - The Sarver/Suns drama 7:18 - Aaron's big thoughts on the Raptors15:00 - Who is the most likely to step up for the Suns next season?18:32 - Jae Crowder's inscrutable jumpshot 22:23 - What should the Raptors and Suns steal from each other?26:28 - Will the Raptors receive any awards?30:50 - Aaron needs bucket getters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk discusses the Nets & the Raptors with Matt Brooks.Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads.1:11 - What the hell is going on in Brooklyn?4:45 - Are the Nets contenders?7:05 - Who did Matt want for KD from the Raptors?9:40 - Matt's thoughts on the Raptors13:41 - Celebrating Scottie Barnes16:03 - The Ben Simmons of it all22:16 - What can the Raptors and Nets steal from eachother? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Off-season Funhouse: Episode 260RAPTORS: Training camp is in 12 days. What questions are looming over the team as they head to camp? Every training camp, fans always learn about something different the group does to bond before the season. If you were put in charge of a Raptors bonding experience, what would it be?NBA: Robert Sarver has been suspended one year from the Suns and the Mercury. What's your take on this and what can these leagues do about out-of-control individuals? It seems like the power has finally shifted from the west to the east as we have about four teams openly tanking out west. What Western Conference team benefits the most from this changing dynamic?With Imman Adan and Derick Deonarain! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk brings on Brendon Nunes to discuss the Raptors & Kings. Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads.00:00 - Welcome2:25 - Brendon is jealous of the Raptors wings 3:43 - OG Anunoby's upside7:35 - The Fox & Sabonis pairing15:55 - Davion Mitchell + Keegan Murray17:28 - The Wings on the Kings Roster26:35 - All things Wings on the Raptors36:44 - Richaun Holmes upcoming szn41:29 - The upside of Davion Mitchell46:43 - A Richaun trade Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk brings on Shamit Dua to discuss the Pelicans & the Raptors upcoming seasons.Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads.00:00 - Welcome0:43 - Shamit's flashbulb thoughts on the Raptors2:41 - The future facing aspect of the Raptors defense5:35 - The Pelicans status as contenders9:20 - Where might this Pelicans defense end up?13:30 - How Zion inverts our idea of gravity20:05 - Brandon Ingram & Pascal Siakam29:00 - Starting & Closing Lineups for the Pels34:05 - Who interests Shamit on the Raptors? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oren, Adon and Sahal draft their top NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award candidates. From favourites Rudy Gobert and Draymond Green to dark horses like Raptor OG Anunoby, they run through a lot of potential candidates to help preview the 2022-23 NBA season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk brings on Brian Geisinger to discuss the Raptors & the Hornets. Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 00:00 - Welcome0:55 - 3 words to describe the Raptors4:00 - The Raptors versatility on defense13:41 - What types of players might Scottie & LaMelo become?32:46 - Building around LaMelo36:37 - What happens with Gordon Hayward?45:40 - Is Pascal a destroyer of worlds in Charlotte?48:09 - Who does Brian love on the Raptors?52:05 - Everyone wants PJ Washington53:05 - Who should we pay attention to in Charlotte? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk brings on Joe Hulbert to preview the Raptors and the Wolves.Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds to 1 minute. 00:00 - Welcome1:00 - The Raptors are very popular in the UK4:03 - Joe's countrymen, OG Anunoby5:40 - The growth of basketball in the UK9:18 - What can Basketball and Football take from eachother?10:00 - Should the Wolves be considered contenders?14:45 - The Wolves limitations 18:00 - What overlap exists between the two teams?23:03 - Interesting Wolves set actions27:20 - The Wolves hierarchy of decision making 31:45 - Passing vs. Playmaking32:29 - The Wolves second unit36:35 - Rolling is so important 41:30 - Chin, Ram, and Spain45:40 - Drop defense and Parting shots Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk talks to Yosef of Thunder Film Room about the Raptors and the Thunder.Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads.00:00 - Welcome1:38 - Shai the future MVP10:05 - Yosef's thoughts on the Raptors12:35 - What does Scottie look like in the future?14:34 - The Shai-Giddey dynamic20:26 - Yosef, in defense of the Thunder's team-building 28:23 - Who is disaffected on the Thunder by the stockpile of talent?33:45 - The Thunder playstyle and culture43:18 - Parting shots (Watch the Thunder) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk discusses the Raptors & the Heat with Nekias Duncan.Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds to 1 minute. 00:00 - Welcome1:40 - An all-time basketball game was played3:40 - The Heat chasing contender status9:40 - The best way forward for the BAM hub13:34 - The Tyler Herro of it all17:05 - Nekias' big thoughts on the Raptors21:24 - A Pascal-Jimmy comp24:15 - The similarities between the Miami and Toronto defenses30:28 - Picking a Raptors breakout candidate37:30 - Picking a starting lineup in Toronto45:42 - Parting shots on the Heat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oren, Adon and Sahal draft their top NBA Most Improved Player Award candidates. From favourite Anthony Edwards to dark horses like Jamal Murray and Ben Simmons to Raptors like Precious Achiuwa, they run through a lot of potential candidates to help preview the 2022-23 NBA season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk brings on Joe Viray to discuss the Raptors & Warriors.Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 00:00 - Welcome2:15 - The Raptors are interesting and dangerous9:06 - Catching up with the defending Champs9:44 - How can Kerr weaponize Kuminga? 14:25 - The similarities between the Warriors & Raptors on offense24:55 - How long does the Warriors dynasty last?37:48 - Box and One comes Full Circle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oren, Adon and Sahal draft their top NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award candidates. From favourite Jordan Poole to dark horses like Derrick White and Jaylen Nowell to Raptors like Precious Achiuwa, they run through a lot of potential candidates to help preview the 2022-23 NBA season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk brings on Caitlin Cooper to discuss the Raptors and Pacers. Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 00:00 - Welcome1:49 - The transition away from the Indiana Raptors3:24 - THE question about the Raptors team-building9:50 - How do the Raptors improve their offense? Make the post a vehicle for assists.22:06 - All things Tyrese Haliburton30:50 - The rest of the Pacers35:04 - Switching is not the complex form of defense 35:50 - The Pacers are nearly Team Canada39:12 - Oshae, everyone's fav role player43:20 - Nembhard thoughts45:41 - Caitlin's favorite watch on the Raptors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RAPTORS: After dropping Svi and signing Jackson, it looks like the Raps are ready for camp. How would you rank our off-season out of 10? The Grizzlies mascot "Grizz" will often have an ongoing story line throughout the season with his in-game bits. What's a good ongoing, in-arena story line for the Raps?NBA: The Donovan Mitchell trade. Where will the Cavs finish in the East? Lots of funky teams out there. What current team is the most traditional team in the NBA in terms of style of play?With Adon Moss and Antony Hall!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 brings on Ariel Pacheco to discuss the Raptors & the Knicks.Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 0:45 - The Knicks missing out on Donovan Mitchell3:55 - An introduction to the young core of the Knicks7:20 - Is there All-Star potential in the Knicks backcourt?11:00 - Ariel loves the Raptors12:37 - We are Precious-pilled16:27 - Julius Randle's future23:10 - Are the Knicks the ultimate strength creation team in the NBA?23:55 - Grab and Stroll 24:25 - What has to break right for the Raptors to achieve contender status?28:25 - Trying to chart a course for Scottie's development33:28 - The Knicks frontcourt37:00 - Democratic Rim Protection41:20 - More switching for the a Knicks42:15 - The pitch to watch the Knicks this season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk talks to Eric Brandt to preview the Raptors & the Blazers.Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 00:37 - Quick thoughts on the Donovan Mitchell trade and the opening night matchup with the Cavs.3:35 - Eric's big thoughts on the Raptors8:11 - Believing in the brand of basketball the Raptors play10:15 - Eric's scouting report on Koloko12:41 - Did Eric want OG on the Blazers?15:52 - Some quick insights on Shaedon Sharpe18:58 - An introduction to this year's Blazers23:08 - The parallels between the Raptors and the Blazers32:37 - What are the range of outcomes for the Raptors?35:51 - The Raptors no-guard lineups40:32 - Eric's favorite Raptors player43:22 - A Raptors/Blazers family Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oren Weisfeld and Adon Moss break down the Donovan Mitchell trade and how it impacts the Toronto Raptors and the rest of the Eastern Conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk previews the Raptors & the 76ers with Jackson Frank. Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute because of implemented ads. 1:35 - Jackson's big thoughts on the Raptors4:50 - All about Scottie Barnes13:13 - The 76ers as Championship Favs21:56 - Will the Raptors and 76ers craft a great rivalry?26:27 - What similarities exist between these two teams?29:00 - Pascal Siakam's progression from this point on33:18 - How can the Raptors improve schematically? What low hanging fruit can they pick? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk brings on Mike Prada to preview the Raptors & Wizards.Mike is an editor for The Athletic and has a book "Spaced Out" coming out on November 1st. Stay tuned for that.Timestamps may be affected by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads.1:03 - Mike's Big takeaways on the Raptors, the basketball laboratory3:57 - The un-disruptive defense of the Wizards5:05 - Project 6'9"13:10 - The dilemma of OG's role/touches24:49 - Are the Wizards destined to disappoint?35:05 - The Wizards want to be the Raptors36:42 - Pascal and Fred have raised the floor, Scottie has to raise the ceiling39:20 - Fred and Kuzma as the avatars for their teams43:15 - The Raptors purposeful overlap, and the Wizards clumsy overlap44:10 - Khris Middleton as something for Gary Trent Jr. to strive for46:40 - Edwin Diaz's intro music47:36 - Back to Gary54:39 - Back to the Raptors logjam56:44 - Basketball is a rhythm game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adon Moss, Oren Weisfeld and Sahal Abdi draft their top-5 NBA Rookie of the Year (ROY) award candidates for the 2022-23 season. From Paolo Banchero to Christian Koloko, the guys run through it all in a draft format. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.