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The Raptors Show with Will Lou

English, Sports, 1 season, 926 episodes, 2 days, 7 hours, 44 minutes
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Will Lou and Alex Wong talk all things Raptors live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN weekdays from 2pm-3pm ET.
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Raptors Fall in Home Opener + Choclair In-Studio!

Blake Murphy and Matt Bonner recap a historical loss in the season opener and look at the positives, negatives, and aspects that need to be improved going forward. Afterwards, 4-Time Juno Award Winner Choclair (34:53) comes in-studio to discuss the hip-hop music scene in Toronto and his connection to the Raptors. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
10/24/202449 minutes, 48 seconds
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Darko Rajakovic + Expectations for Barnes & Quickley

Blake Murphy and Matt Bonner set expectations for Scottie Barnes, Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett. Raptors coach Darko Rajakovic (27:35) also joins them to discuss training camp, Barnes’ leadership qualities and points of emphasis heading into the season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
10/23/202449 minutes, 55 seconds
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Garrett Temple + Western Conference Preview

Blake Murphy and Matt Bonner are joined by Raptors guard Garrett Temple to discuss the team’s new defensive identity and standouts from training camp. Afterwards, Matt and Blake preview the Western Conference and teams they’re intrigued by (25:33). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
10/22/202449 minutes, 49 seconds
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Roster Cuts & Eastern Conference Preview

Blake Murphy and Matt Bonner discuss Immanuel Quickley’s debut, Jamison Battle receiving a two-way contract and the corresponding roster cuts. They also breakdown Game 5 of the WNBA Finals and preview the Eastern Conference (29:55).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
10/21/202449 minutes, 48 seconds
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Immanuel Quickley Expectations & the WNBA Finals

Blake Murphy and Matt Bonner discuss Lonzo Ball returning to the NBA and Matt’s experience with Paul George’s bone bruise. They also discuss what they would like to see from Immanuel Quickley this season. Afterwards, Seerat Sohi (22:11) joins the show to break down the WNBA Finals.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
10/18/202449 minutes, 56 seconds
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Jonathan Mogbo + Ochai Agbaji Join the Show!

Blake Murphy and Matt Bonner discuss the cinematic finish to Game 3 of the WNBA Finals and Vince Carter electing to enter the Hall of Fame as a Raptor. Also, we play media day interviews with Jonthan Mogbo and Ochai Agbaji (27:57).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
10/17/202449 minutes, 48 seconds
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Scottie & Gradey Shine + Danny Green Joins the Show!

Blake Murphy and Matt Bonner recap the preseason win vs. the Celtics that features standout games from Scottie Barnes and Gradey Dick. Afterwards, former Raptor Danny Green (27:29) joins the show to discuss his retirement decision and his time with the Raptors.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
10/16/202449 minutes, 50 seconds
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Bobby Webster, Playing with Energy & Mogbo’s Potential

Blake Murphy and Matt Bonner are joined by Bobby Webster (28:04) to discuss how the front office have evaluated Darko Rajakovic’s coaching performance thus far and how the new salary cap restrictions have changed roster building for teams. Also, Blake and Matt discuss the potential of Jonathan Mogbo and Gradey Dick’s shooting performance in preseason. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
10/15/202449 minutes, 49 seconds
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Shead Mania, the 5th starter & Michael Grange

Blake Murphy and Matt Bonner discuss Jamal Shead, Jamison Battle, RJ Barrett and other takeaways from the first preseason game. Also, Michael Grange (15:52) joins them to discuss why Gradey Dick should be the 5th starter and allowing rookies to grow into their roles in the NBA is beneficial for both the player and the team.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
10/8/202449 minutes, 51 seconds
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2024 Media Day + Gradey Dick & Ja’Kobe Walter

Blake Murphy and Matt Bonner discuss Bonner joining Sportsnet and recap the Masai Ujiri, Darko Rajakovic availabilities. They also spoke to Gradey Dick (18:26) on his comfort heading into his second season and Ja’Kobe Walter (32:06) about how he sustained his shoulder injury. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/30/202452 minutes, 20 seconds
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The Raptors Show Returns!

Sportsnet's Blake Murphy and 2x NBA Champion Matt Bonner have you covered for all things Raptors and the NBA this season! Check out the trailer and catch the show live from Monday to Friday on Sportsnet 590 The FAN, SN+ and Sportsnet 360 from 11am-12pm ET.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.   
9/27/20241 minute, 13 seconds
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Darko’s End-of-Season & Takeaways From Final Media Availabilities

Listen to Darko Rajaković’s full end-of-season availability. Afterwards, William Lou and Blake Murphy discuss their thoughts on all the final media interviews with Raptors players as they close out the season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/16/202454 minutes, 47 seconds
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Do We Feel Better About the Raptors?

On the heels of Game 82, William Lou and Blake Murphy discuss the state of the Raptors and how much better the team is projected to be in the future. Afterwards, they look ahead to the Play-In Tournament and give their predictions (34:10). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/15/202449 minutes, 53 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Farewell to the 2023-24 Season, and Farewell From Will

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 118-103 loss against the Miami Heat. Three stars: Gradey Dick, Kelly Olynyk, Jordan Nwora. Gerald Henderson award: Delon Wright. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/14/202437 minutes, 51 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: RJ Barrett Goes off for 35 but Toronto Easily Outclassed by Heat

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 125-103 loss against the Miami Heat. Three stars: RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley, Bruce Brown. Gerald Henderson award: Jaime Jaquez Jr. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/13/202436 minutes, 30 seconds
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Spicy Predictions, Paths to Improvement & Will’s Big Announcement

William Lou and Blake Murphy discuss what must change for the Raptors to make a leap next season and go through the plausibility of some fun takes panning out. Also, Will announces big news about his future with the show. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/12/202449 minutes, 52 seconds
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Diminishing Pick and Roll Usage and Garrett Temple’s Final Appearance

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by Garrett Temple one last time to discuss moments he’s doubted himself in the NBA, facing Dennis Schröder on Wednesday night and what he told Jontay Porter in a text on Easter Sunday. Afterwards, Joe Wolfond of theScore explains why NBA teams are utilizing the pick-and-roll less (31:40) The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/11/202449 minutes, 44 seconds
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Garrett Temple on a Raptors Return, Making Candles with Kelly O', and Jontay Porter

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by Garrett Temple for his final appearance of the season to discuss the recent loss to the Nets, his interest in returning to the Raptors, making candles with Kelly Olynyk and his texts to Jontay Porter. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/11/202428 minutes, 5 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Dennis Schröder Gets His Revenge in Surprisingly Feisty Game

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 106-102 loss against the Brooklyn Nets. Three stars: Immanuel Quickley, Gradey Dick, Javon Freeman-Liberty, Bruce Brown. Gerald Henderson award: Dennis Schroder. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/11/202427 minutes, 1 second
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And the NBA Award Goes to…

William Lou and Blake Murphy recap the Raptors' loss to the Pacers in what was the final home game of the season. Afterwards, with the help of NBA insider Marc Stein, they hand out their NBA Awards for MVP, DPOY, COTY, ROTY, 6MOTY, MIP, Executive of the Year and Clutch Player of the Year. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/10/202450 minutes, 4 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Raps Finish Last Home Game with a Total Lack of Defence

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 140-123 loss against the Indiana Pacers. Three stars: Kelly Olynyk, Javon Freeman-Liberty, Bruce Brown. Gerald Henderson award: Obi Toppin.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate. 
4/10/202425 minutes, 30 seconds
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Drafting the Oddest Moments in the Raptors’ Season

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by Eric Koreen of The Athletic to help draft the worst moments from the 2023-24 Raptors season. Later on, Will and Blake find some positives and express their optimism for the future of the franchise (40:50). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/9/202449 minutes, 53 seconds
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A Weekend of Wins and Marc Gasol

William Lou and Blake Murphy discuss the Raptors' pair of wins over the weekend, highlighted by the play of Immanuel Quickley and Gary Trent Jr. Afterwards, Will is joined by Marc Gasol to reflect on his jersey getting retired by the Memphis Grizzlies and the championship run in Toronto (22:32). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/8/202449 minutes, 50 seconds
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Marc Gasol on Getting His Jersey Retired by Memphis and the Title Run with Toronto

William Lou interviews former Raptor Marc Gasol ahead of his jersey retirement by the Memphis Grizzlies. The Spanish center discusses what Memphis has meant to his career and takes Will through the emotional journey of the Raptors’ 2019 title run. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/8/202426 minutes, 25 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Immanuel Quickley Dominates in Fun Win Over Wizards

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 130-122 win over the Washington Wizards. Three stars: Immanuel Quickley, Kelly Olynyk, Gary Trent Jr. Gerald Henderson award: Deni Advija. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/8/202428 minutes, 19 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Losing Streak Snapped Behind Gary Trent Jr.'s Excellent Effort

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 117-111 WIN (!!!) to the Milwaukee Bucks. Three stars: Gary Trent Jr., Immanuel Quickley, RJ Barrett. Gerald Henderson award: Doc Rivers. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/6/202431 minutes
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Will Masai Ujiri Stay With the Raptors Long-Term?

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by Sportsnet's Michael Grange to discuss his latest piece on the state of MLSE and the future of Masai Ujiri with the Raptors franchise. Afterwards, the guys take a look around the NBA and discuss Bronny James declaring for the NBA Draft (27:07). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/5/202449 minutes, 44 seconds
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A Historical Loss, Flynn’s 50-Piece, Garrett Temple and Eric Khoury

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by Toronto Raptor Garrett Temple to discuss the string of bad losses for the team, facetiming Malachi Flynn after his career-high 50 points on Wednesday night and Vince Carter entering the Basketball Hall of Fame. Later on, Blake sits down with Raptors 905 Head Coach Eric Khoury to chat about the G-League season, Gradey Dick’s improvement and much more (31:47)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/4/202449 minutes, 53 seconds
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Garrett Temple on Malachi Flynn, Vince Carter and Defence

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by Garrett Temple to discuss the loss to the Timberwolves, what he texted Malachi Flynn after his 50-point game, Vince Carter reportedly entering the Basketball Hall of Fame, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/4/202422 minutes, 52 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Raps Set Franchise Record With 48-Point Loss as Streak Hits 15

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 133-85 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. No stars for this terrible game. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/4/202424 minutes, 30 seconds
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Satisfying Returns, Wemby vs. Jokic and Leonard Miller

William Lou and Blake Murphy start the show recapping last night's loss to the Lakers which saw RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley return. NBA correspondent Marc Stein pops in to discuss yesterday's scintillating battle between Victor Wembanyama and Nikola Jokic, along with the riveting Warriors-Mavericks matchup on Tuesday night. In the final segment, Minnesota Timberwolves forward Leonard Miller joins the program to reflect on the NBA Draft, his time with G-League Ignite and his first season in the NBA (29:25). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/3/202449 minutes, 44 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley Look Strong in Their Return

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 128-111 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. Three stars: RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley, Kelly Olynyk. Gerald Henderson award: D’Angelo Russell.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/3/202429 minutes
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A Thrilling Night of Women’s Basketball, LeBron James and Vancouver Hoops

William Lou and Blake Murphy kick things off discussing an extremely fun night of basketball in the Women’s NCAA Tournament. Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times chips in with his thoughts on the Elite 8, along with the likelihood of LeBron James doing a farewell tour and the state of the Los Angeles Lakers (12:30). Afterwards, Jeremy Schaulin-Rioux, Co-Director of “Handle with Care,” joins the show to detail the documentary he helped create about Vancouver street basketball (34:50). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/2/202449 minutes, 47 seconds
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When Will the Raptors Win Again and Zach Edey is Final Four Bound

William Lou and Blake Murphy begin this week recapping Sunday's loss to the 76ers and look at the remaining schedule to project when the Raptors will get back into the win column. Afterwards, they take a closer look at Toronto's own Zach Edey who’s helped get Purdue into the Final Four of the Men’s NCAA Tournament (38:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/1/202449 minutes, 49 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Losing Streak Hits 13 After Being Swept by Sixers

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 135-120 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. Three stars: Bruce Brown, Kelly Olynyk, Jordan Nwora. Gerald Henderson award: Kelly Oubre The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/1/202431 minutes, 50 seconds
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Evaluating Gradey Dick’s Rookie Season and What’s Next

Blake Murphy is joined by Samson Folk and Esfandiar Baraheni to discuss Gradey Dick’s ascent, learning from his mistakes, the strides he can make in the final few games and what he looks like when the Raptors are fully healthy. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/29/202449 minutes, 53 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Precious Achiuwa Posters Raptors in 44-Point Loss

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 145-101 loss to the New York Knicks. Three stars: Gradey Dick, Garrett Temple, Gary Trent Jr. Gerald Henderson award: Deuce McBride.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/28/202431 minutes, 15 seconds
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Free Agent Targets and Gambling in Sports

William Lou and Blake Murphy discuss Toronto’s cap space and players the franchise could target during free agency. Afterwards, NBA correspondent Marc Stein hops on to look at the league-wide reaction to the allegations facing Jontay Porter and how betting has changed the sports landscape (33:36). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/27/202449 minutes, 53 seconds
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Jontay Porter Allegations and Gary Trent Jr.’s Future

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined in-studio by friend of the show Vivek Jacob to discuss the recent reports surrounding Jontay Porter and sports betting’s role within sports. Later on, the trio look at Gary Trent Jr.’s future with the Raptors and whether he is the ideal starting shooting guard for the team next season (33:45). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/26/202449 minutes, 44 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Losing Streak Hits 11 As Toronto Muster Season-low 88 Points

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 96-88 loss to the Brooklyn Nets. Three stars: Jevon Freeman-Liberty, Kobi Simmons, Ochai Agbaji. Gerald Henderson award: Dennis Schroder.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/26/202425 minutes, 5 seconds
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2024 NBA Prospects, Caitlin Clark Mania and Garrett Temple

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by Raptors guard Garrett Temple to discuss mentoring young players and what Vince Carter said to him about his time in Toronto. Afterwards, Will and Blake look at the future of the Raptors and debate the value of winning next season (33:23). Later on, Seerat Sohi of The Ringer stops by to spread some knowledge on the Women’s NCAA Tournament and Caitlin Clark becoming must-see television (50:05). Finally, Will and Blake dive into a few prospects that could be great fits with the Raptors in the 2024 NBA Draft (01:29:51). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/25/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 40 seconds
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Garrett Temple on Losing Streaks, Vince Carter and Midrange Shooting

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by Raptors guard Garrett Temple to discuss team morale during a losing streak, getting more minutes recently, his friendship with Vince Carter and how long-midrange shots have disappeared in the NBA.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/25/202427 minutes, 31 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Gary Trent Jr.’s Best and Most Entertaining Efforts Not Enough in D.C.

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 112-109 loss to the Washington Wizards. Three stars: Gary Trent Jr., Gradey Dick, Ochai Agbaji. Gerald Henderson award: Corey Kispert.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/24/202437 minutes, 6 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Gradey Dick Impresses In Competitive Loss To OKC

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 123-103 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Three stars: Gradey Dick, Jontay Porter, Garrett Temple. Gerald Henderson award: Kenrich Williams.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/23/202429 minutes, 31 seconds
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Thunder in Town, Tournament of Stars, and Garrett Temple

William Lou and Blake Murphy kick off the program with Raptors guard Garrett Temple discussing how Darko Rajaković approaches lineup decisions, staying ready for action and Scottie's change in leadership since being sidelined (07:04). Later, Raptors Community Ambassador Jamaal Magloire previews this weekend's Tournament of Stars charity game which he will suit up in (49:50). Finally, Andrew Schlecht of The Athletic tees up tonight's matchup against the OKC Thunder (01:18:32). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/22/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 30 seconds
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Garrett Temple on Darko Rajaković, Kyle Lowry and Finding a Role in the NBA

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by Raptors guard Garrett Temple to discuss Darko Rajaković’s uniqueness as a coach, his friendship with Kyle Lowry, facing the Raptors in a playoff series and how players can last in the NBA. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/22/202429 minutes, 52 seconds
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Contenders and Pretenders in the NBA

William Lou and Blake Murphy begin today's episode discussing the Raptors' loss to the Kings, along with the teams that have stood out down the stretch of the season (34:38). Following that, Blake Murphy and producer Amit Mann give their takes on contenders and pretenders in the NBA (49:30). Finally, Gerald Bourguet of PHNX Sports joins Amit to discuss the Suns as they try to find themselves before the playoffs (01:13:25). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/21/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 21 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Toronto Offer Zero Resistance in Lopsided Loss to Kings

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 123-89 loss to the Sacramento Kings. Three stars: Gary Trent Jr., Jordan Nwora, Ochai Agbaji. Gerald Henderson award: JaVale McGee.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/21/202422 minutes, 43 seconds
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The Kid Mero, Dallas’ Title Chances and NCAA Tournament Preview

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by The Kid Mero to discuss the Knicks, RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley's fit in Toronto, and his new podcast with Carmelo Anthony. Afterwards, Will and Blake reveal the rosters for the upcoming Raptors’ media game (38:15). Following that, NBA writer Marc Stein comes on to give his thoughts on the Dallas Mavericks and potential rule changes to the In-Season Tournament (49:43). In the final segment, visual artist Samantha Woj describes her creative vision ahead of her live painting at Scotiabank Arena for Kings-Raptors (01:15:53), before Sportsnet 590 The FAN's own Daniele Franceschi previews the Men’s NCAA Tournament (01:24:14)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/20/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 28 seconds
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Kyle Lowry’s Smarts, Gradey Dick’s Jersey Swap and Víctor Lapeña

William Lou and Blake Murphy discuss their takeaways from Darko Rajaković’s coaching clinic and Gradey Dick’s comments on his viral jersey swap with Anthony Black. Afterwards, James Herbert, NBA writer for CBS Sports, discusses his latest piece on Kyle Lowry making a difference in Philadelphia (24:21). Following that, Will and Blake react to some of the insane dunks in the NBA on Monday night and reflect on their own athletic feats (49:32). Finally, Canada’s Senior Women’s National team coach Victor Lapena joins the show to give his thoughts on the draw results for Paris 2024, Spanish coaching, and the future of his team (01:21:20). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/19/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 10 seconds
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Loss to Orlando, How Long is a Rebuild and Hanif Abdurraqib

William Lou and Blake Murphy, who returns from a lengthy absence, discuss the Raptors' loss to the Magic over the weekend, as well as the play of Gradey Dick and Immanuel Quickley. After the break, the pair project how long Toronto's rebuild could take (35:40). Next, Will and Blake go around the NBA to examine Kyrie Irving’s absurd game-winner and Victor Wembanyama continuing to surprise (49:50). In the final segment, author Hanif Abdurraqib joins the show to talk about the Minnesota Timberwolves and his new book, “There’s Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension" (01:18:16). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/18/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 38 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Losing Streak Hits 7 After Rematch Against Magic

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 111-96 loss to the Orlando Magic. Three stars: Jordan Nwora, Gary Trent Jr., Jahmi’us Ramsey. Gerald Henderson award: Mo Wagner.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/18/202427 minutes, 51 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Gary Trent Jr.’s Hot Shooting Not Enough Against Magic

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 113-103 loss to the Orlando Magic. Three stars: Gary Trent Jr., Bruce Brown, Ochai Agbaji. Gerald Henderson award: Cole Anthony. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/16/202426 minutes, 33 seconds
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José Calderón, Raptors Learnings and SGA Breaking Records

William Lou and guest host Amit Mann discuss what they have learned about Toronto's trio of Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley as a new core, before debating who will be the fifth starter on the floor next season. Former Raptor José Calderón joins the show to reflect on his time with the Raptors, his friendship with Kyle Lowry and his name getting misspelled on Kobe Bryant’s statue (50:06). Afterwards, Sportsnet's Michael Grange stops by the studio to discuss his latest piece in memory of Nathan Barrett (01:22:17). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/15/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 40 seconds
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Stories From the Hardcourt with José Calderón

Former Raptors point guard "Numero Ocho" José Calderón joins William Lou to share some stories from his playing career including his time in Toronto, his role with the Spanish national team, his other stops around the NBA, and the friendships he's made along the way. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/15/202431 minutes, 31 seconds
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Toronto’s Defensive Future, Garrett Temple & Team Canada

William Lou and Amit Mann recap Wednesday's loss to the Pistons which featured impressive play from Immanuel Quickley and Kelly Olynyk. Garrett Temple joins the show to review his NBA adventure and the Raptors’ season (27:48). Afterwards, Oren Weisfeld and Libaan Osman stop by the studio to analyze what Toronto’s defence will look like next season (50:05), before previewing Canada’s men’s basketball team ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics (01:16:26). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/14/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 39 seconds
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Garrett Temple on His Wild NBA Journey & Defensive Adjustments

William Lou is joined by Raptors guard Garrett Temple to discuss Toronto’s season and changes to the team’s defensive philosophy, before looking back on some of the other squads he’s played on over his career. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/14/202422 minutes, 4 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Toronto Tank Rolls on After Loss to Pistons

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 113-104 loss to the Detroit Pistons. Three stars: Immanuel Quickley, Jontay Porter, Bruce Brown. Gerald Henderson award: Jalen Duren.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/14/202427 minutes, 10 seconds
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Rotating Rotation Pieces, Reviewing Darko and the MVP Race

William Lou and guest host Amit Mann kick things off reviewing the back-end of Toronto's rotation and how it shapes up ahead of next season. Then, Sportsnet's Raptors sideline reporter Savanna Hamilton stops by to discuss Darko Rajaković's coaching performance during this rollercoaster season (29:47). Later on, NBA analyst Marc Stein weighs in on the MVP debate and the sudden dip in scoring since the All-Star break (50:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/13/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 42 seconds
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Dwane Casey, Competing with the Nuggets & NBA MVP

William Lou and guest host JD Bunkis recap the Raptors' competitive loss against the Denver Nuggets. Next up, former Raptors Head Coach Dwane Casey joins the show to reflect on his time in Toronto and helping build the foundation for the championship in 2019 (49:45). Later on, Will and JD discuss their picks for this season's MVP and offer some historical context for a player winning three MVP trophies (01:27:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/12/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 22 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Barrett & Dick Shine but Raps Can’t Hold on vs. Nuggets

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 125-119 loss to the Denver Nuggets. Three stars: RJ Barrett, Jontay Porter, Kelly Olynyk. Gerald Henderson award: Aaron Gordon.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/12/202437 minutes, 23 seconds
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State of the Raptors & East Storylines with David Thorpe

William Lou is joined by NBA writer Katie Heindl to recap the Raptors' loss to the Trail Blazers over the weekend, before sharing her latest piece on the current state of sports content. Later on, David Thorpe of Truehoop.com stops by to analyze where the Pacers and Bucks sit in the Eastern Conference (49:56). Finally, Will zooms out to review Toronto's rollercoaster season to date (01:26:20). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/11/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 27 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Chris Boucher’s Hustle Forces OT but Raptors Can’t Close

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 128-118 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers. Three stars: Immanuel Quickley, Chris Boucher, Gary Trent Jr. Gerald Henderson award: Dalano Banton. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/10/202430 minutes, 4 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Immanuel Quickley Breaks Out with 18-Assist Effort

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 120-1113 loss to the Phoenix Suns. Three stars: Immanuel Quickley, Gary Trent Jr., RJ Barrett. Gerald Henderson award: Grayson Allen.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/8/202434 minutes, 25 seconds
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Mark Jackson, Goals for the Core, and NBA Title Hopefuls

William Lou is joined by guest host (and Raptors Show producer) Amit Mann! The guys discuss their goals and expectations for the Raptors’ young core over the team’s final 20 regular-season games. Afterwards, NBA Insider Marc Stein (in Manchester, UK) stops by to chat about his latest trip across the pond, the NBA MVP race, and his current NBA Finals favourites (29:00). Next, the guys are joined by Mark Jackson, former NBA head coach and host of The Mark Jackson Show, to discuss his new media venture, his desire to return to coaching, the origins of his iconic broadcasting catchphrases, and his experience playing in Toronto (49:55). Later, Steve Jones Jr., former NBA coach and co-host of The Dunker Spot podcast, checks in to discuss the continued development of RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley, the Bucks’ chances of emerging from the East, and the L.A. Clippers’ ceiling this season (01:20:45). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/7/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 27 seconds
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C.J. Miles, Development Watch, and Raptors Mailbag!

William Lou is joined by guest host (and Raptors Show producer) Amit Mann! The guys discuss the Raptors’ loss to the Pelicans on Tuesday and the team’s current defensive flaws. Also, Will and Amit weigh in on Immanuel Quickley’s continued offensive development and the NBA’s evolving tank-a-thon landscape. Afterwards, the guys are joined by former Raptors G/F C.J. Miles to discuss his impressions of Gradey Dick, his experience being a member of the “Bench Mob,” and the biggest challenges facing first-year head coach Darko Rajaković (30:40). Later, Will and Amit indulge in a Raptors Show mailbag, tackling a variety of questions from listeners (49:50)!   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/6/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 30 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Raptors Completely Outclassed at Home Against Pelicans

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 139-98 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans. Three stars: Kelly Olynyk, Jevon Freeman-Liberty, Gary Trent Jr. Gerald Henderson award: Trey Murphy III.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/6/202427 minutes, 38 seconds
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Is the WNBA Coming to Toronto and Gradey Dick or Jordan Hawkins?

William Lou and guest host Samson Folk talk to CBC's Shireen Ahmed about her report that the WNBA could be bringing a franchise to Toronto soon. Next, Bleacher Report's Dan Favale joins the program to compare the rookie seasons of Pelicans guard Jordan Hawkins and Toronto's Gradey Dick (32:55). Later on, Seerat Sohi of The Ringer sheds light on how she grades the Raptors' season, before looking ahead at the future of the franchise (50:03). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/5/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 45 seconds
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A Brand New Barrett and Gradey's Growth

Will Lou and guest host Samson Folk kick off today's show discussing the Raptors' weekend of action and recent roster moves. Later, the pair weigh in on RJ Barrett's growth from his time in New York to his current stint in Toronto (30:18). Later on, Savanna Hamilton, Raptors sideline reporter for Sportsnet, checks in following practice to chat about Jordan Nwora's security in the rotation and the changes in Gradey Dick's game (50:15).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/4/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 36 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Quickley & Barrett Lead Banged Up Team To Win

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 111-106 win over the Charlotte Hornets. Three stars: Immanuel Quickley, RJ Barrett, Gary Trent Jr. Gerald Henderson award: Brandon Miller. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/4/202432 minutes, 13 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Scottie Barnes Leaves With Hand Injury In Loss To Warriors

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 120-105 loss to the Golden State Warriors. Three stars: Kelly Olynyk, RJ Barrett, DJ Carton. Gerald Henderson award: Moses Moody. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/2/202430 minutes, 26 seconds
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Raptors Extensions, The Offensive Boom & Steph’s Back in Toronto!

William Lou and guest host Esfandiar Baraheni discuss the latest showdown between Victor Wembanyama (28:08) and Chet Holmgren along with what’s behind the offensive explosion in the NBA. Andy Liu joins the show (50:23) to give the latest on the Golden State Warriors as they aim to escape the play-in. Finally, Michael Grange comes in-studio (1:21:50) to provide the latest on extension talks between the Raptors and several players on the roster.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/1/20241 hour, 40 minutes, 14 seconds
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Danny Green, Trivia with Tas Melas and Raptors Hot Takes

William Lou and guest host Esfandiar Baraheni discuss the Raptors' loss to the Mavericks Wednesday night and the defensive capabilities of the second unit. Tas Melas, co-host of No Dunks, pops by to do some Raptors trivia (30:36). Next up, 2019 NBA champion with Toronto, Danny Green reminisces about title-winning team and shares his outlook on the Philadelphia 76ers (49:46). Finally, comedian Nick Reynoldson brings some laughs and hot takes in the closing segment (01:21:36). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/29/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 30 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Luka Magic Effortlessly Cooks Toronto

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 136-125 loss to the Dallas Mavericks. Three stars: Immanuel Quickley, Jakob Poeltl, RJ Barrett. Gerald Henderson award: PJ Washington. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/29/202427 minutes, 23 seconds
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Toronto’s Defensive Upgrade, Luka’s Potential and Dennis Schröder’s Finale

William Lou and guest host Esfandiar Baraheni are joined by Dennis Schröder, one last time, to discuss his move from Toronto to Brooklyn. Later, the guys dive into the numbers behind the Raptors' improved defence (29:28). Marc Stein checks in on Luka Dončić’s potential, before sharing his favourite spots to visit in the city (49:45). Finally, Summit Arora of Raptors Uprising, details the rise of esports in Canada ahead of his team's debut on Wednesday night (01:17:58). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/28/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 26 seconds
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Dennis Schröder on Raptors Exit, Life with the Nets

Former Raptor Dennis Schröder joins William Lou and guest host Esfandiar Baraheni to discuss learning about the trade from the Raptors, why it didn’t work out and how he’s adjusting to his new team in New York. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/28/202421 minutes, 41 seconds
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Ochai Agbaji, Cowboy Hats and the Raptors’ Pizza Party

William Lou and guest host Lindsay Dunn recap Toronto’s win over the Pacers and learn about Ochai Agbaji’s trash talking methods (31:00). Afterwards, friend of the show Amy Audibert stops by to provide the latest on the Miami Heat and share why Lindsay hates monkeys (49:44). Finally, Will and Lindsay go through some cool video segment ideas that could be done with certain Raptors players (01:20:18). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/27/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 19 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Scottie Barnes & Gradey Dick Continue to Shine

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 130-122 win over the Indiana Pacers. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Gradey Dick, RJ Barrett. Gerald Henderson award: Benedict Mathurin.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/27/202437 minutes, 17 seconds
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Gradey’s on Fire, a Bruce Brown Interview and Gary Trent Sr.

William Lou and guest host Lindsay Dunn start things off discussing the Raptors’ win Friday over the Hawks and how Gradey Dick rediscovered his shot. Then, we hear Lindsay's interview with Bruce Brown about his transition to Toronto and his love for country music (32:06). Later on, Gary Trent Sr. joins the show to go through players he had beef within the NBA, why he told his son Gary Trent Jr. to stop flopping, and more (49:30)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/26/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 5 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Gradey Dick Continues to Impress

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 123-121 win over the Atlanta Hawks. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Immanuel Quickley, Gradey Dick. Gerald Henderson award: DeAndre Hunter.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/24/202437 minutes, 13 seconds
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RJ Excelling with Raptors and Vince Carter’s Legacy in Toronto

William Lou and guest host Vivek Jacob recap last night's win over the Brooklyn Nets and why Darko Rajaković sees shades of Manu Ginobili in RJ Barrett. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Alvin Williams joins the show to reflect on playing alongside Vince Carter and watching his rise to stardom (27:30). Later, NBA analyst Marc Stein offers his take on the latest NBA rumours including Trae Young’s future in Atlanta (49:21). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/23/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 28 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Immanuel Quickley and Gary Trent Jr. Catch Fire From 3

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 121-93 win over the Brooklyn Nets. Three stars: Immanuel Quickley, Scottie Barnes, Gary Trent Jr.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
2/23/202429 minutes, 33 seconds
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Quickley’s Progress, Concerns for Contenders & Garrett Temple Interview

William Lou and guest host Vivek Jacob discuss Immanuel Quickley’s progress since joining the Raptors and how Darko Rajaković is handling practices. Next, Will sits down with Garrett Temple to discuss his role with the NBPA and his family's ties to countering racism (27:32). Later on, Seerat Sohi of The Ringer dishes on her concerns for title contenders from both conferences (50:22). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/22/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 27 seconds
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Family Ties and NBPA Duties with Garrett Temple

Toronto Raptors forward Garrett Temple joins William Lou from the practice court to discuss his father's incredible journey to become the first black basketball player at LSU, how his family's experience has helped him strive in his career, his role with the NBA Player's Association, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/22/202421 minutes, 24 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Pascal Siakam Emerges Victorious in Emotional Homecoming

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 127-125 loss to the Indiana Pacers. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Jakob Poeltl, Chris Boucher. Gerald Henderson award: Ben Sheppard. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/15/202435 minutes, 33 seconds
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Pascal’s Back in Toronto and Jason Kapono Joins the Show!

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by former Raptor Jason Kapono to discuss his time in Toronto and the hilarious moments behind his two Three-Point Contest victories at All-Star Weekend. Caitlin Cooper stops by to chat about Pascal Siakam’s fit with the Pacers (30:07). Marc Stein gives the latest rumours including Bronny James’ projected draft value (50:10). Finally, Will and Blake reminisce about Siakam ahead of his return to the city on Wednesday night (01:17:12). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/14/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 38 seconds
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Scottie Leaves the Bench and Paris 2024 Bound with Natalie Achonwa

William Lou and Blake Murphy kick things off discussing the Raptors' blowout loss to the Spurs lead by Victor Wembanyama. Next up, Joe Wolfond of theScore joins the show to look at Immanuel Quickley’s offensive game (35:43). Later, Minnesota Lynx forward and soon-to-be four-time Olympian, Natalie Achonwa comes on to detail the emotions around Canada qualifying for Paris 2024 (49:43). Finally, Sportsnet's own Michael Grange stops by to discuss Scottie Barnes leaving the bench early last night and the conflicting comments about his discipline (01:13:47). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/13/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 16 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Victor Wembanyama Demoralizes Toronto

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 122-99 loss to the San Antonio Spurs. Three stars: Victor Wembanyama, Gradey Dick, Kelly Olynyk.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/13/202423 minutes, 2 seconds
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Developing Wembanyama and Anunoby Thriving in New York

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by Chris Herring, ESPN senior NBA writer, to discuss how OG Anunoby has unlocked the Knicks (34:18). Later on, Ben Golliver of The Washington Post checks in to look at the future of Victor Wembanyama with the Spurs (50:20). Afterwards, Wembanyama's basketball trainer, Tim Martin, uncovers how he's worked with the phenom to develop his generational talent (01:15:22). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/12/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 41 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Carved Apart by Red-Hot Cavaliers

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 119-94 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Gradey Dick, Kelly Olynyk. Gerald Henderson award: Caris LeVert. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/11/202430 minutes, 34 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Immanuel Quickley Spoils Fred VanVleet’s Homecoming

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 107-104 win over the Houston Rockets. Three stars: Jakob Poeltl, Immanuel Quickley, RJ Barrett, Gerald Henderson award: Jeff Green. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/10/202428 minutes, 48 seconds
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New Faces and Building Around Barnes with Bobby Webster

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by Raptors GM Bobby Webster to describe why his team prioritized flexibility at the trade deadline. Later on, Utah Jazz beat reporter Sarah Todd joins the show to detail what Toronto is getting in Kelly Olynyk and Ochai Agbaji (49:45). Finally, the guys go through some of their favourite memories of Fred VanVleet (01:12:40). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/9/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 37 seconds
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Bobby Webster on Kelly Olynyk, Ochai Agbaji and Building Around Scottie Barnes

Toronto Raptors GM Bobby Webster discusses the acquisitions of Kelly Olynyk and Ochai Agbaji, the franchise prioritizing flexibility at the trade deadline and the future of Scottie Barnes. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/9/202417 minutes, 12 seconds
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Bobby Webster Speaks Post-Trade Deadline

Toronto Raptors General Manager Bobby Webster takes to the podium to address his team's trade deadline moves and their direction moving forward. Later on, William Lou and Blake Murphy check in to parse through the press conference and share their takeaways. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/8/202432 minutes, 44 seconds
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Schröder Traded, Olynyk Acquired in Busy Trade Deadline Special

William Lou and Blake Murphy kick things off breaking down the major moves from trade deadline day including Buddy Hield heading to Philly, and much more! The duo also discuss the big trades involving Toronto including Dennis Schröder, Kira Lewis Jr., Thad Young and Otto Porter being dealt, while acquiring Kelly Olynyk and Ochai Agbaji. Later on, Sportsnet's own Michael Grange checks in to review Toronto's business ahead of the deadline (01:10:50). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/8/20242 hours, 8 minutes, 52 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Raps Scrap for Comeback Win Over Hornets

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 123-117 win over the Charlotte Hornets. Three stars: Jakob Poeltl, Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett. Gerald Henderson award: Cody Martin. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/8/202432 minutes, 17 seconds
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Raptors Rumours and Who's on the Move with Marc Stein

William Lou and Blake Murphy start things off rounding up the latest trade rumours from around the NBA. Afterwards, they speak to Steve Jones Jr. of The Dunker Spot podcast about the Utah Jazz, Boston Celtics, and signs that players have bought into a new coaching system (26:40). Later, NBA Insider Marc Stein shares some up to-the-minute news on Bruce Brown, Bobby Portis, Andre Drummond and D'Angelo Russell (49:30). To close out the show, Will and Blake discuss the confirmed participants for Saturday’s event during NBA All-Star Weekend (01:18:50). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/7/20241 hour, 36 minutes, 52 seconds
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Scottie Is An All-Star, Gradey’s Career-High & Mock Trades

William Lou and Blake Murphy give their thoughts on the Raptors' blowout loss to the Pelicans, which also featured Gradey Dick scoring a career-high 22 points. Later, the pair react live to Scottie Barnes being named an All-Star injury replacement in the Eastern Conference. Next up, Mo Dakhil of The Athletic shares the latest surrounding the Clippers and helps cook up a few mock trades ahead of the deadline (49:40). Finally, Will and Blake go through their own fake trades involving a few current Raptors players (01:16:50). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/6/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 25 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Gradey Dick Sets Career High in Blowout Loss to Pelicans

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 138-100 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans. Three stars: Gradey Dick, Jakob Poeltl, Chris Boucher. Gerald Henderson award: Jose Alvarado. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/6/202428 minutes, 30 seconds
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A Loss in OT in OKC

Will Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by CBS Sports’ James Herbert to discuss his latest piece on Immanuel Quickley and how he believes he can fit well alongside Scottie Barnes long-term. Oren Weisfeld drops-by in-studio with his thoughts on Toronto’s 135-127 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, notably Barnes’ play down the stretch in the fourth quarter and overtime (16:02). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/5/202439 minutes, 42 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Blowing a 23-Point Lead in Excruciating 2OT Loss

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 135-127 2OT loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Three stars: Jakob Poeltl, Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett. Gerald Henderson award: Aaron Wiggins. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/5/202441 minutes, 8 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Complete No-Show in Embarrassing Loss to Rockets

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 135-106 loss to the Houston Rockets. No stars for this no show. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/3/202423 minutes, 33 seconds
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How VanVleet Changed Houston’s Culture and The Latest Bruce Brown Rumours

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by Michael Grange to discuss his conversation with Fred VanVleet. Kelly Iko checks in to give the Rockets perspective on VanVleet’s impact on the franchise since joining (31:43). Also, Marc Stein provides the latest on Bruce Brown and Kyle Lowry trade rumours (50:28). Finally, Akram Kilani of Kilani Jewellery came in-studio to discuss his Raptors clients and what goes into making the very expensive hardware (1:22:55).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/2/20241 hour, 40 minutes, 5 seconds
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NBA All-Star Reserves Picks and Dennis Schröder From the Massage Table

William Lou and Blake Murphy go through their NBA All-Star reserves picks ahead of the announcement. Afterwards, Dennis Schröder pops in to give his perspective on developing through the European basketball system and the words from his father he still lives by (51:42). Finally, Seerat Sohi joined the show to go through her favourite landing spots for Bruce Brown, Jontay Porter’s hooper mentality and the future of Jordan Nwora. Also, who is acquiring Kyle Lowry (1:18:15)?  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/1/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 54 seconds
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Dennis Schröder on Lessons From His Father, Tony Snell and Journey to the NBA

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by Dennis Schröder (from the massage table) to discuss Marc Gasol’s retirement, top NBA cities and why he shared an article on social about Tony Snell. Also, his experience developing through the European basketball system and the biggest lesson his father provided him.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/1/202419 minutes, 39 seconds
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Bruce Brown Trade Rumours, Nwora’s Shot Making and Marc Gasol Moments

William Lou and Blake Murphy discuss how Bruce Brown, Jordan Nwora and Thaddeus Young contributed to the win vs. the Bulls. Tim Bontemps joins the show to provide the latest on Joel Embiid’s injury and what the Raptors could receive in a Bruce Brown trade package (30:05). Also, Katie Heindl brings her perspective on patience within a rebuild and Marc Gasol's memories as the big man announced his retirement from basketball (50:14).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/31/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 44 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Dennis Schröder and Bruce Brown Lead Raps to Gritty Win

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 118-107 win over the Chicago Bulls. Three stars: Dennis Schröder, Bruce Brown, Thad Young. Gerald Henderson award: Julian Philips. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/31/202428 minutes, 30 seconds
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Next Steps for Scottie and Could DeRozan Be On The Trade Block?

William Lou and Blake Murphy discuss the next steps for Scottie Barnes and what their expectations are for the rest of this season. Then, Trey Kerby of the No Dunks Podcast provides the state of the Chicago Bulls and whether DeMar DeRozan could be traded at the deadline (28:16). Also, ahead of the Raptors-Bulls tilt, Savanna Hamilton checks in from Chicago (50:24).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/30/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 51 seconds
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Gradey Dick’s Skill Development and Raptors 905’s Kira Lewis Jr. Joins the Show!

Blake Murphy is joined by Samson Folk and Esfandiar Baraheni of Raptors Republic to recap the loss to the Atlanta Hawks and discuss the development of Gradey Dick following Toronto putting him through a conditioning stint. Also, Brittni Donaldson, Hawks Director of Coaching Development, joins the show to share her career journey, which included winning a title with the Raptors in 2019 (49:45). Afterwards, Nekias Duncan and Blake Murphy do a deep dive into Immanuel Quickley’s next steps and Pascal Siakam’s fit with the Pacers (01:02:33). Finally, Raptors 905 guard Kira Lewis shares how he learned about the trade to the Raptors and how he’s formed his basketball identity (01:19:40). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/29/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 21 seconds
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Kira Lewis Jr. on Scottie Barnes and Playing with the Raptors 905

Raptors 905 guard Kira Lewis Jr. joins Blake Murphy to discuss his past experience playing with Scottie Barnes, how he found out about the trade to Toronto, leaning on veterans to understand what it takes to survive in the NBA, and why he was willing to play G-League minutes upon becoming a Raptor. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/29/202415 minutes, 24 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Jordan Nwora Breaks Out But Trae Young Break Hearts

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 126-125 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. Three stars: Jordan Nwora, Gradey Dick, Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Saddiq Bey The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/29/202433 minutes, 50 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Toronto Thoroughly Outclassed by Clippers

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 127-107 loss to the LA Clippers. Three stars: RJ Barrett, Scottie Barnes, Thad Young. Gerald Henderson award: Russell Westbrook The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/27/202418 minutes, 33 seconds
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‘BBQ’, Mailbag and All-Star Reserves with Dan Devine

William Lou and Blake Murphy answer fan questions including the future of the Barnes-Barrett-Quickley trio and how the Raptors should approach the draft picks they’ve received in recent trades. Also, Dan Devine joins the show to go through his reserves for the All-Star Game (50:21).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/26/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 58 seconds
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Title Contenders and an Exclusive Interview with Darko Rajaković

William Lou is joined in-studio by Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond of theScore to look at title contenders, up and coming NBA trios, and the recent Wembanyama-Holmgren rivalry. Later, Head Coach Darko Rajaković joins the show to discuss "BBQ", Gradey Dick’s development, meeting Phil Jackson and plenty more (49:41)! Finally, CityNews journalist and Raptors905 sideline reporter, Lindsay Dunn pops by to recap what went down at Raptors' practice and the latest around the G-League (01:11:55). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/25/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 22 seconds
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Darko Rajaković on Scottie Barnes, $25k Fine, Meeting Phil Jackson and Charity 'Assist'

Toronto Raptors Head Coach Darko Rajaković joins William Lou from OVO Athletic Centre to discuss the pledge from his family to help children at three hospitals around the world, before getting into the state of his team, Scottie Barnes’ potential, his chat with Phil Jackson and his view on cellphones in the locker room at halftime. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/25/202418 minutes, 46 seconds
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Bucks Choose Doc and Paris 2024 Prep with Michael Bartlett

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by James Herbert to partake in a Raptors trade deadline quiz, discuss Herbert’s piece on rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama and the long history of Bruce Brown impacting winning. They’re also joined by Marc Stein to look at the circumstances around Adrian Griffin getting fired as Bucks head coach and why Doc Rivers has been reportedly picked to lead Milwaukee (50:24). Finally, Michael Bartlett, CEO of Canada Basketball, looks back at the men’s team qualifying for Paris 2024 and previews the upcoming exhibition game between Canada and USA in Las Vegas at Summer League (1:17:59).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/24/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 54 seconds
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Bucks Fire Adrian Griffin & Dennis Schröder on IQ's Role Change

Will Lou and Blake Murphy recap Toronto’s loss to the Memphis Grizzlies before being joined by HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto to discuss today’s Kyle Lowry-Terry Rozier swap and where remaining Raptors like Chris Boucher and Bruce Brown could be headed before the NBA’s February 8th trade deadline. After the break, Will and Blake react to breaking news that Adrian Griffin has been dismissed as the Bucks’ Head Coach (36:13). Raptors PG Dennis Schröder joins the show following the Grizzlies game (55:58) and Will and Blake go around the NBA  and talk about big offensive nights from Joel Embiid and Karl-Anthony Towns (1:18:31).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/23/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 58 seconds
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Dennis Schröder on New Look Roster & Ex-Teammate Starting 5

Raptors point guard Dennis Schröder joins Will Lou and Blake Murphy with his instant reaction to the Bucks parting ways with Head Coach Adrian Griffin before discussing Toronto’s most recent loss against the Grizzlies, the team going young and starting five players 25 years old or under, and his advice to Immanuel Quickley as the young PG transitions to a starting role in the NBA.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/23/202419 minutes, 12 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: No-Show Against Shorthanded Grizzlies

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 108-100 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. Three stars: RJ Barrett, Scottie Barnes, Thad Young. Gerald Henderson: Vince Williams Jr. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/23/202427 minutes, 24 seconds
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Ex-Files & How Long of a Rebuild for the Raps?

Will Lou and Blake Murphy return from the weekend to recap the Raptors’ loss to the Knicks, Pascal Siakam’s first games with the Pacers, and examine how other former Raptors are faring around the NBA. Vivek Jacob joins the show to discuss how lengthy of a rebuild it will be for this version of the Raptors and OG Anunoby’s fit in New York (50:30). Sportsnet’s Michael Grange talks about Bruce Brown joining Toronto, the interest in him league-wide, and Chris Boucher’s future (1:19:17).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/22/20241 hour, 40 minutes, 16 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Toronto Get Dominated in Reunion with OG Anunoby

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 126-100 loss to the New York Knicks. Three stars: RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley, Gradey Dick. Gerald Henderson: Precious Achiuwa lmao. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/21/202429 minutes, 49 seconds
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More Masai Thoughts, Pascal’s Players' Tribune, and Markquis Nowell

Will Lou and Blake Murphy reflect on the Toronto Raptors' loss to the Chicago Bulls, before voicing their final thoughts on Masai Ujiri’s media availability from Thursday (29:50). Later, Will and Blake pay homage to Pascal Siakam and celebrate his Raptors tenure following the release of his article on the Players Tribune (49:25). Raptors 905 guard Markquis Nowell wraps up the week with a chat about his all-star calibre campaign in the G-League (01:14:41). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/19/20241 hour, 38 minutes, 54 seconds
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Markquis Nowell on his All-Star Calibre Campaign

Raptors 905 guard Markquis Nowell joins Blake Murphy to discuss his debut season in the G-League, the growth of his game, the “brotherhood of undersized guards”, and striving to become an All-Star. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/19/202417 minutes, 55 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Scottie Barnes’ Furious Comeback Push Ends Short of a Win

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 116-110 loss to the Chicago Bulls. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Bruce Brown, Jontay Porter. Gerald Henderson award: Ayo Dosumnu. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/19/202428 minutes, 30 seconds
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A Pacers Perspective on Pascal & The End of A Raptors Era with Seerat Sohi

Caitlin Cooper of ‘Basketball, She Wrote’ talks about the Pacers motivations for acquiring Pascal Siakam, his fit on their roster, and what the Raptors are getting in Bruce Brown and Jordan Nwora. The Ringer’s Seerat Sohi discusses the Raptors sell-off, how Toronto fared on the return in their most recent trades, and building the roster around Scottie Barnes (28:26). Pascal Siakam’s representative Jaafar Choufani looks back at his client’s time in Toronto and his legacy with the Raptors franchise (58:20). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/18/20241 hour, 14 minutes, 53 seconds
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Masai Addresses The Masses & Shams Charania on the Raptors-Pacers Trade Timeline

Will Lou and Blake Murphy host Masai Ujiri’s media conference as the Raptors President spoke about the organization’s decision to trade Pascal Siakam. Will and Blake share their instant reaction to Ujiri’s comments (1:06:46) before being joined by The Athletic/Stadium’s Shams Charania who discussed the ongoing trade negotiations between Toronto and Indiana, the Raptors’ attempts at acquiring young players over draft picks in the deal, and if Bruce Brown could be dealt again before the deadline (1:16:16).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/18/20241 hour, 24 minutes, 52 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Scottie Barnes Takes Over in 4th Quarter in Rout Over Heat

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 121-97 win over the Miami Heat. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Gary Trent Jr., Immanuel Quickley. Gerald Henderson award: Kyle Lowry. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/18/202425 minutes, 25 seconds
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Pascal Siakam Dealt to the Indiana Pacers

Will Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by The Athletic’s Sam Amick with his latest reporting on the Pascal Siakam trade talks and the Pacers’ rumoured interest. Immediately following Amick, BREAKING NEWS hits and Siakam is officially off to Indiana in a deal involving three first-round draft picks, Bruce Brown, and Jordan Nwora (19:10). For instant reaction and analysis on the trade, the guys call up Raptors play-by-play man Matt Devlin (27:50), NBA insider Marc Stein (55:55), Siakam’s agent Todd Ramasar of Life Sports Agency (1:12:25), and Sportsnet’s Michael Grange (1:29:17).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/17/20241 hour, 44 minutes, 54 seconds
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Another Atlantic Division Loss & Dennis Schröder on the Celtics and Playing Without Poeltl

William Lou and Blake Murphy recap the Raptors’ 105-96 loss to the Celtics; notably Boston going big in their starting lineup and the problems it created without Jakob Poeltl. Yahoo! Sports’ Senior NBA Writer Jake Fischer examines the NBA’s trade landscape and potential fits for Pascal Siakam and others ahead of February 9th (26:03). Raptors guard Dennis Schröder talks about staying professional as trade rumours swirl around the deadline, Toronto struggling to make threes, and the importance of helping younger players in the league as a veteran (53:23).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/16/20241 hour, 40 minutes
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Dennis Schröder on Gifting Jayson Tatum His Jersey & Life Without Jakob Poeltl

Dennis Schröder makes his weekly visit to discuss staying focused amidst trade rumours, Toronto struggling to make threes against Boston, how Jakob Poeltl’s injury has impacted the team defensively, his impressions of Celtics, friendship with Jayson Tatum, and passing along knowledge to young players like Scottie Barnes.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/16/202420 minutes, 47 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Raps shoot 4-32 from three in loss to Celtics

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 105-96 loss to the Boston Celtics. Three stars: RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley, Thad Young. Gerald Henderson award: Jrue Holiday The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/16/202426 minutes, 45 seconds
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Raptors Return Home and Scottie’s All-Star Chances with Louis Zatzman

Will Lou and Blake Murphy look back at the Raptors loss to the Jazz and discuss the team’s defensive rating since the Knicks trade. Raptors Republic’s Louis Zatzman shares his thoughts on the team’s recent play and Scottie Barnes’ chances at becoming an all-star (34:30). With the Boston Celtics in town, the guys call up The Athletic’s Jared Weiss with the latest on the Celtics, notably Ime Udoka facing his old team over the weekend (50:50). Will and Blake take a deeper look at RJ Barrett’s usage in the fourth quarter before going around the NBA (1:22:05).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/15/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 53 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Raps Get Hammered in Utah

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 145-113 loss to the Utah Jazz. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, Jontay Porter. Gerald Henderson: Walker Kessler. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/13/202421 minutes, 27 seconds
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Alex’s Farewell Show!

William Lou and Blake Murphy send off Alex Wong in style. But first, they discuss the Raptors' sudden offensive boom. Next, producer JR Manatad gets his long-awaited Raptors Show chain. (51:24). Then they pivot to a final episode of Around the NBA featuring the NBA's new Netflix show, and the Pistons chasing another historic losing streak (1:00:19). Finally, members from all around the industry share their tributes and goodbyes for Alex (1:17:11).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/12/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 40 seconds
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Darko $25k Lighter & Dennis Schröder's Road Trip Thoughts

William Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong discuss the Raptors' loss to the Clippers on the second night of a back-to back with a shorthanded lineup. After the break, the trio react to the breaking news that Darko Rajaković was officially fined $25k for his post-game rant on Tuesday (37:08). Later on, Raptors point guard Dennis Schröder stops by to reflect on his team’s last two games in Los Angeles, Darko’s rant, and adapting to his role off the bench (49:48). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/11/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 30 seconds
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Dennis Schröder on Darko's Rant & Team Bonding on the Road

Dennis Schröder joins William Lou to reflect on the Raptors' last two games in Los Angeles and share his thoughts on Darko Rajaković’s rant criticizing the officials. Schröder also discusses adapting to his new role off the bench, the team playing with more cohesiveness since the Knicks trade, and how the team spent their day off in L.A. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/11/202420 minutes, 43 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Shorthanded Raps Give Gutsy Effort Against Clippers

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 126-120 loss to the LA Clippers. Three stars: Immanuel Quickley, RJ Barrett, Jontay Porter. Gerald Henderson: Ivica Zubac. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/11/202443 minutes, 17 seconds
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Darko’s Rant and Pascal Trade Ideas with Michael Pina

Will Lou and Blake Murphy react to the Raptor's one-point loss to the Lakers and Darko Rajakovic’s post-game rant where he ripped Tuesday’s officiating crew. The Ringer’s Michael Pina joins the show to go over different trade scenarios involving Pascal Siakam (28:30). Marc Stein shares his thoughts on Darko’s rant and the Laker's inconsistent play since winning the NBA in-season tournament (50:28). Greg Ho discusses the Wayne and Theresa Embry Fellowship (1:19:05).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/10/20241 hour, 40 minutes, 5 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Lakers Outshoot Raptors 23-2 in 4th Quarter Free Throws

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 132-131 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. (Basketball talk begins at 19:30). Three stars: Ben Taylor, Kevin Cutler, Tyler Ricks. Gerald Henderson: NBA review center. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/10/202431 minutes, 22 seconds
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Jakob’s Injury, Schröder’s New Role & LeBron and The Lakers with Dan Woike

Will Lou and Blake Murphy discuss what the Raptors' goals should be for the rest of this season with their new-look lineup.  Sportsnet’s Michael Grange joins the show with the latest on Jakob Poeltl’s ankle injury, Dennis Schröder’s role off the bench, and the early returns on the Knicks-Raptors trade (30:55). Later, The Athletic’s Andrew Schlecht concentrates on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP-calibre season (50:50) and Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times dishes on the Lakers ahead of tonight’s game (1:20:10).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/9/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 45 seconds
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Raptors Blitz The Warriors! Pascal Siakam Trade Rumour Round-Up

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s impressive win over the Golden State Warriors on the road and RJ Barrett’s 37-point performance before discussing trade rumours surrounding Pascal Siakam. Raptors sideline reporter Savanna Hamilton provides a behind-the-scenes look at how the team handled the OG Anunoby trade in Detroit, how RJ and Immanuel Quickley have fit in, evaluating Darko Rajakovic in his rookie season, and more (53:20). Finally, Will, Blake, and Alex go around the NBA (1:18:57).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/8/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 59 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: RJ Barrett Dominates as Raps Lead From Start to Finish

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 133-118 win over the Golden State Warriors. Three stars: RJ Barrett, Chris Boucher, Pascal Siakam. Gerald Henderson: Kevon Looney. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/8/202437 minutes, 38 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Comeback Falls Short Against Red-Hot Kings

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 135-130 loss to the Sacramento Kings. Three stars: Dennis Schroder, Chris Boucher, Jontay Porter. Gerald Henderson: The “YEAH BABY” guy who wouldn’t stop screaming. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/6/202429 minutes, 19 seconds
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Favourite OG Anunoby Moments Draft! Friday Mailbag!

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong discuss the future of the Warriors and Victor Wembanyama’s showdown against Giannis before answering mailbag questions about Pascal Siakam trade rumours, RJ Barrett’s ideal outcome with the Raptors, and more. Finally, they draft favourite OG Anunoby moments from his seven-year Raptor career (1:19:20).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/5/20241 hour, 40 minutes
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Dennis Schröder Addresses Team Culture Comments! Vivek Jacob on Impressive Win in Memphis

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Vivek Jacob recap Toronto’s impressive win in Memphis. Dennis Schröder joins Will and Blake to chat about his comments about team culture after the loss to Detroit over the weekend, embracing his new role off the bench, a behind-the-scenes look at how he found out about the OG trade, what Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett bring to the team, and more (59:40). Finally, Will, Blake, and Alex Wong discuss new Raptor nicknames and go around the NBA (1:12:36).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/4/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 59 seconds
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Dennis Schröder Addresses Team Culture Comments, Moving to a Bench Role, and the OG Trade

Dennis Schröder joins Will Lou and Blake Murphy to chat about his comments about team culture after the loss to Detroit over the weekend, embracing his new role off the bench, a behind-the-scenes look at how he found out about the OG trade, what Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett bring to the team, and more.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/4/202418 minutes, 42 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Immanuel Quickley Explodes in Second Half to Lead Raps to Victory

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 116-111 win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Three stars: Immanuel Quickley, Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam. Gerald Henderson award: Ziaire Williams. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/4/202435 minutes, 53 seconds
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The New-Look Raptors with Marc Stein and Steve Jones Jr.

Will Lou and Blake Murphy break down the new-look Raptors and discuss what the new offence could look like, potential starting lineups, and what the front office might do next. Marc Stein of The Stein Line shares league-wide reactions to the OG Anunoby trade and what the trade market for Pascal Siakam looks like (50:22). Steve Jones Jr. of The Dunker Spot shares his early impressions of the Raptors with Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett (1:17:40).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/3/20241 hour, 39 minutes, 47 seconds
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The RJ Barrett-Immanuel Quickley Era Begins!

Will Lou and Blake Murphy recap Toronto’s New Years Day win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Michael Grange joins the program to chat about the team’s embarrassing loss in Detroit this weekend and whether more roster changes are coming (31:23). Fred Katz of The Athletic breaks down OG Anunoby’s Knicks debut (54:49). Finally, Will and Blake chat about other roster upgrades they would like to see (1:21:50).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/2/20241 hour, 37 minutes, 28 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Toronto Hangs on to Win in RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley’s Debut

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 124-121 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Jakob Poeltl, Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Sam Merrill. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/2/202444 minutes, 29 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Going Down in Infamy as Pistons Snap 28-Game Losing Streak

Host William Lou rips into the Toronto Raptors’ 129-127 loss to the Detroit Pistons. No stars. Trade reaction to the Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett for OG Anunoby at (30:14) The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/31/202333 minutes, 59 seconds
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Emergency Pod: OG Anunoby Traded to the Knicks

It's an emergency pod edition of the Raptors Show, as Blake Murphy breaks down reports that OG Anunoby, Precious Achiuwa, and Malachi Flynn have been traded to the New York Knicks for RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickly, and a 2024 second-round pick. He's joined by a number of analysts and writers to break it down from every perspective, including Sportsnet's Michael Grange (6:42), Raptors Show co-host Will Lou (19:02), The Score's Joe Wolfond (53:07), ESPN's Bobby Marks (1:00:54), The Athletic's Eric Koreen (1:02:27), and Raptors Republic's Samson Folk (1:22:44). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/30/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 57 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Scottie Nails 7 Threes but Raptors Lose Heartbreaker

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 120-118 loss to the Boston Celtics. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, Jalen McDaniels. Gerald Henderson award: Luke Kornet. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/30/202339 minutes, 33 seconds
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The December Banter Pod

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss the state of the 2023-24 Raptors, recap Will’s low-key birthday, his dad receiving Leafs tickets for the first time, and provide an update on Alex’s 2001 Honda Civic (22:00) before answering assorted questions about working at The Bear, overachieving in ESL, Reddit criticism, how to find good Chinese restaurants, most requested guests, Gary Trent Sr.’s coat, Alex’s worst NBA player interview of all-time, and more (46:00). Finally, the two answer questions about the front office and direction of the team (2:05:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/28/20232 hours, 43 minutes, 26 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Rolling Over Wizards After Darko Finally Changes Lineup

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 132-102 win over the Washington Wizards. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, OG Anunoby. Gerald Henderson award: Corey Kispert. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/28/202336 minutes, 47 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Blowing a 17-point Lead While Hitting News Ways to Disappoint

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 126-119 loss to the Utah Jazz. No stars for this game. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/24/202328 minutes, 39 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Losing 3 Out of The 4 Quarters to Sixers

Host Will Lou recaps the Raptors' 121-111 loss to the Sixers. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Gary Trent Jr., and Jakob Poeltl, Gerald Henderson award: Tobias Harris. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/23/202341 minutes, 55 seconds
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The Christmas Episode with Gary Trent Sr.

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Gary Trent Sr. in-studio to chat about spending the holidays in Toronto, Christmas gifts, banning video games during the week, the Raptors' season so far, Draymond Green’s suspension, and more. Later, Gary gives Will fashion advice (35:31). In the second hour, Will, Alex, and Blake Murphy go around the NBA (49:32), before handing out some Christmas gifts (01:17:30)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/22/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 12 seconds
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Nuggets Secure Easy Win In Toronto! Pascal and OG Trade Proposals with Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s home loss to Denver. Louis Zatzman of Raptors Republic chats about whether Precious Achiuwa would fit into the starting lineup, and more (29:30). Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond of theScore’s Pound The Rock podcast discuss potential Pascal and OG trade proposals (50:20). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/21/20231 hour, 40 minutes, 1 second
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Raptors Reaction: Denver Beats Toronto Without Breaking a Sweat

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 113-104 loss to the Denver Nuggets. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Precious Achiuwa, Gary Trent Jr. Gerald Henderson award: Peyton Watson. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/21/202334 minutes, 16 seconds
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Shareef Abdur-Rahim Q&A! Adam Mares previews Raptors-Nuggets

Will Lou and Blake Murphy react to Ja Morant's heroics in his return from suspension, discuss why Zion Williamson has been inconsistent, and slander the Celtics for choking against the Warriors. Then, Marc Stein shares the latest scoops on trade rumors regarding Lauri Markannen and Donovan Mitchell (26:30). Shareef Abdur-Rahim joins the program to chat about his role as president of the G-League, what’s ahead in 2024, and the G-League Showcase (1:03:48). Adam Mares of DNVR Sports previews tonight's Raptors-Nuggets game (1:22:30). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/20/20231 hour, 40 minutes, 1 second
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Dennis Schröder on Lineup Changes, In-Game Adjustments and Trash Talking with Jeff Teague! Oren Weisfeld on Scottie’s Progression

Will Lou and Blake Murphy recap Toronto’s win over Charlotte before they’re joined by Dennis Schröder aka The Playboy Man of the Year to chat about what Gary Trent Jr. brings to the closing lineup, how Darko Rajaković approaches in-game adjustment, what Thad Young and Garrett Temple bring to the behind-the-scenes conversations in the locker room, starting line-up changes, what it’s like to guard Jamal Murray, and his history of trash-talking with former teammate Jeff Teague (17:32). Tom Haberstroh of “The Finder” discusses James Harden and the Clippers, and more (35:34). Oren Weisfeld on Scottie Barnes’ progression and what the Raptors should prioritize this season (50:25). Finally, Will, Blake, and Alex Wong go around the NBA (1:26:48).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/19/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 58 seconds
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Dennis Schröder on Lineup Changes and Darko’s In-Game Adjustments

Will Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by Dennis Schröder aka The Playboy Man of the Year to chat about what Gary Trent Jr. brings to the closing lineup, how Darko Rajaković approaches in-game adjustment, what Thad Young and Garrett Temple bring to the behind-the-scenes conversations in the locker room, starting line-up changes, what it’s like to guard Jamal Murray, and his history of trash-talking with former teammate Jeff Teague.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/19/202317 minutes, 6 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Pascal and Scottie Lead Raps to Comeback Win

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 114-99 win over the Charlotte Hornets. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Scottie Barnes, Gary Trent Jr. Gerald Henderson award: Bryce McGowans. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/19/202329 minutes, 53 seconds
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Frustration Grows With Loss To Atlanta! Bobby Marks on Potential Pascal Siakam Contract Extension

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong discuss the direction of the Raptors after another disappointing loss on Friday. Savanna Hamilton joins to program to chat about OG Anunoby’s progress, Jakob Poeltl’s role, and more (32:05). Will, Blake, and Alex go around the NBA to discuss Keegan Murray’s 47-point performance, Dillon Brooks’ triumphant return to Memphis, and more (53:00). ESPN’s Bobby Marks explains the potential timeline of a Pascal Siakam contract extension (1:17:48). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/18/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 57 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Losing in Every Category in Rematch vs. Hawks

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 125-104 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, Chris Boucher. Gerald Henderson award: Garrison Matthews The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/16/202325 minutes, 13 seconds
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A Classic Friday Raptors Show Episode!

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong discuss: the Clippers' winning streak, Amir Coffey's nicknames, revisiting the 2022-23 Raptors bingo card, Pascal's potential extension, first quarter NBA awards, and more.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/15/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 41 seconds
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10k Points & All-Time NBA Enforcers with Dennis Schröder! Giannis Gameball-Gate! Andy Liu on Draymond’s Suspension

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s win over the Atlanta Hawks. Dennis Schroder chats about scoring 10,000 points in the NBA, his thoughts on the controversy around Giannis’s game ball, defending Trae Young, his scuffle with Bogdan Bogdanovic last night, his blossoming friendship with OG Anunoby, Draymond’s suspension, meeting Dillon Brooks this summer, the origin story of his “Dennis the Menace” nickname, and more. Will, Blake, and Alex break down Giannis’s quest to secure the correct game ball. Andy Liu of The Light Years Podcast reacts to Draymond Green’s indefinite suspension, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/14/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 59 seconds
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Dennis Schröder on 10k Points and All-Time NBA Enforcers!

Dennis Schröder joins Will Lou and Blake Murphy chats about scoring 10,000 points in the NBA, his thoughts on the controversy around Giannis Antetokounmpo’s game ball, defending Trae Young, his scuffle with Bogdan Bogdanović last night, his blossoming friendship with O.G. Anunoby, Draymond Green’s suspension, meeting Dillon Brooks this summer, the origin story of his “Dennis the Menace” nickname, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/14/202319 minutes, 36 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Siakam Soars, as Raptors Clip the Hawks 135-128

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 135-128 win over the Atlanta Hawks. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Scottie Barnes, Jakob Poeltl. Gerald Henderson award: Onyeka Okongwu The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/14/202325 minutes, 19 seconds
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Jontay Porter Q&A! Marc Spears on Masai Ujiri & GOA! Marc Stein on Draymond & the Warriors

Jontay Porter of Raptors 905 joins Blake Murphy to chat about his career journey, why he almost quit basketball, watching his brother Michael win a championship with Denver, and more. Will Lou and Blake talk to Andscape’s Marc Spears about his two-decade friendship with Masai Ujiri and the success of Giants of Africa (27:48). NBA Insider Marc Stein joins the program to discuss the length of Draymond Green’s next suspension and where the Warriors have gone wrong this season (49:42). Finally, Steve Jones Jr. of The Dunker Spot Podcast previews tonight’s Raptors-Hawks matchup (10:18:40).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/13/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 24 seconds
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Is It Time for a Starting Lineup Change?

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s fourth-straight loss. Next up, Coach David Thorpe of TrueHoop explains why the Raptors should consider changing their starting lineup (27:50). In the second hour, Will, Blake, and Alex chat about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander winning the Northern Star award, Ja Morant’s imminent return, and which Western Conference Play-In team could make a move up the standings (49:36). Finally, Ben Golliver of The Washington Post provides a behind-the-scenes recap of the In-Season Tournament Final in Las Vegas (01:19:37). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/12/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 16 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Can’t Keep Up in Rematch with Knicks

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 136-130 loss against the New York Knicks. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, OG Anunoby, Dennis Schroder. Gerald Henderson award: Josh Hart. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/12/202337 minutes, 32 seconds
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Where Do the Raptors Go From Here?

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong discuss the loss of three things this weekend: Alex’s ‘01 Honda Civic, Shohei Ohtani, and optimism for this Raptors core. Michael Grange joins the program to chat about the direction of this Raptors team moving forward (28:30). Fred Katz of The Athletic previews tonight’s Raptors-Knicks matchup and chats about the ongoing lawsuit saga between Toronto and New York (49:40). Finally, Will, Blake, and Alex recap the In-Season Tournament Final and improvements they would like to see next season (01:19:40).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/11/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 10 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Hitting a New Low in Loss to Hornets

Host William Lou reacts to the Toronto Raptors’ 119-116 loss to the Charlotte Hornets. There are no stars and no awards because this is about the bigger picture direction of the team. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/9/202338 minutes, 45 seconds
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When is Shohei Signing? Yuta Watanabe Q&A! Raptors First Quarter Grades

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong kicks things off recapping the In-Season Tournament semi-finals. Next, Phoenix Suns forward Yuta Watanabe joins the show to chat about what it was like to spend a season in Tampa, why he wanted to stay with the Raptors, his return to Toronto with the Brooklyn Nets, his friendship with Kevin Durant, helping Japan qualify for the Olympics, his pitch for Shohei Ohtani to join the Blue Jays, and more (20:20). In the second hour, Will, Blake, and Alex hand out some Raptors first-quarter grades (49:50). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/8/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 32 seconds
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Yuta Watanabe Q&A

Yuta Watanabe joins the show to chat about what it was like to spend a season in Tampa, why he wanted to stay with the Raptors, his return to Toronto with the Brooklyn Nets, his friendship with Kevin Durant, helping Japan qualify for the Olympics, his pitch for Shohei Ohtani to join the Blue Jays, and more.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/8/202324 minutes, 28 seconds
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Dennis Schröder: “I Apologized to Teammates After Miami Loss”

Dennis Schröder joins Will Lou and Blake Murphy about taking accountability after a tough loss over Miami, his apology to his teammates, Darko’s dinner plans, thoughts on the In-Season Tournament, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/7/202312 minutes, 43 seconds
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Dennis Schröder on Disappointing Loss to Miami! Raptors at the First Quarter Mark

Dennis Schröder joins the program to chat with Will Lou and Blake Murphy about taking accountability after a tough loss over Miami, his apology to his teammates, Darko’s dinner plans, thoughts on the In-Season Tournament, and more. Next up, Vivek Jacob chats about big-picture concerns regarding the Raptors (29:14). Later on, Will, Blake, and Alex Wong discuss stats from the first quarter of the season and hand out some early NBA awards (49:16). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/7/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 3 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Raptors drop another frustrating game against shorthanded Heat

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 112-103 loss to the Miami Heat. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, OG Anunoby, Gary Trent Jr. Gerald Henderson award: Caleb Martin. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/7/202330 minutes, 46 seconds
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The 10th Anniversary of the Rudy Gay Trade! The 2013-14 Raptors-Nets Series with Bobby Marks!

Will Lou and Blake Murphy start off chatting about the 10th anniversary of the Rudy Gay trade. NBA Insider Marc Stein stops by to share his ideas for the In-Season Tournament moving forward, what it would mean for the Pacers to win the NBA Cup, and more (29:40). Later on, ESPN’s Bobby Marks discusses his personal memories of the 2013-14 Raptors-Nets series, before sharing how Kyle Lowry almost ended up in New Jersey (48:33). Miami Heat analyst Amy Audibert wraps up today's show with a chat about Lowry's 18th season in the league, and helps tee up tonight’s Raptors-Heat matchup (01:11:43).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/6/20231 hour, 38 minutes, 14 seconds
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Shohei Ohtani Watch! Mike Scotto on Raptors Trade Rumours! Dan Woike on In-Season Tournament

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong recap the first night of the In-Season Tournament knockout round. Mike Scotto of HoopsHype chats about whether the Raptors will be the swing team for this year’s trade deadline (27:55). Dan Woike of The LA Time chats about where the Lakers stand heading into tonight’s matchup against the Suns (49:30). Finally, Will, Blake, and Alex officially begin Shohei Ohtani Watch on the Raptors Show (01:17:50). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/5/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 3 seconds
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Fred Comments on Free Agency! Around the NBA with Tas Melas and Michael Pina

Will Lou and Blake Murphy discuss Pascal’s three-point shooting struggles and Fred’s comments on the Woj Pod regarding his free agency process. Tas Melas of No Dunks chats about Shohei Ohtani, the In-Season Tournament and more (31:10). Michael Pina of The Ringer explains why the Golden State Warriors are the most desperate team in the league (49:47). Finally, Will, Blake, and Alex Wong are joined by Faizal Khamisa to discuss his jersey choices, and where the Raptors will go for dinner when they win three straight (01:18:43). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/4/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 24 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Knicks Catch Fire From 3

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 119-106 loss to the New York Knicks. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, Jakob Poeltl. Gerald Henderson award: Josh Hart The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/2/202334 minutes
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The Friday Mailbag Episode!

Will Lou and Alex Wong answer listener questions about Pascal and O.G., the front office, the bench unit, which Raptor they would take to karaoke, “Plans” vs. “Transatlanticism,” Alex’s 2001 Honda Civic, who would win in a UFC fight, and much more. Later, they give their appreciation for their most dedicated listeners and award the Raptors Show chain of the week. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/1/20231 hour, 38 minutes, 54 seconds
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Blazing the Suns with Dennis Schröder

Raptors point guard Dennis Schröder joins Will Lou and Blake Murphy to discuss the Raptors' big win against the red-hot Phoenix Suns, what went through his mind during his game-clinching bucket, his nutmeg on Kevin Durant, why Toronto excels against good teams, O.G. Anunoby’s defensive talents, the team plane being delayed, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/30/202319 minutes, 41 seconds
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Raptors-Suns Recap! Dennis Schröder on O.G.’s DPOY case and his Booray Crew

Will Lou and Blake Murphy recap Toronto’s impressive win over the Phoenix Suns at home, before they’re joined by Raptors sideline reporter Savanna Hamilton to chat about Scottie’s fourth quarter performance and Darko Rajaković’s rotation (34:17). Dennis Schröder joins the program to discuss his game-clinching basket against the Suns, why the Raptors seem to step up against better opponents, why O.G. Anunoby deserves consideration for Defensive Player of the Year, the infamous team plane delay from New York this week, who is involved in the Raptors "booray" games, the story behind his FIBA World Cup championship ring, and more (50:00)! Finally, Will, Blake, and Alex Wong discuss Alex’s losing bet, their meeting with Yuta Watanabe, and pick Raptors players for a pick-up game (01:15:42).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/30/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 17 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Scottie Barnes Takes Over in Exciting Win Over Suns

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 112-105 win over the Phoenix Suns. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, OG Anunoby, Precious Achiuwa. Gerald Henderson award: Jusuf Nurkic. Views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/30/202330 minutes, 33 seconds
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Raptors Disappoint in Brooklyn! Clement Chu and Dennis Chang on CCYAA Bruce Lee Raptors Collab

Will Lou and Blake Murphy discuss Toronto's disappointing loss in Brooklyn. Clement Chu and Dennis Chang explain the new CCYAA Bruce Lee Raptors collab (31:14). Later on, Marc Stein hops aboard to chat about the new ownership situation in Dallas (49:19). Will, Blake, and Alex Wong go around the NBA to chat about Warriors-Kings, the side effects of the In-Season Tournament, and more (01:14:53).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/29/20231 hour, 38 minutes, 46 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Another Crunch Time Collapse

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 115-103 loss to the Brooklyn Nets. Three stars: Gary Trent Jr., Chris Boucher, Jakob Poeltl. Gerald Henderson award: Royce O'Neale The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/29/202336 minutes, 20 seconds
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Shams Charania on Trade Market! Building Playlists with Lindsay Dunn! Samson Folk on the Season So Far

Blake Murphy and Alex Wong chat about Gradey Dick’s Raptors 905 stint and tee up the final night of group play in the In-Season Tournament, before NBA Insider Shams Charania joins the program to survey the trade market, Zach LaVine’s trade value, and where the Raptors might fit in with several player heading to unrestricted free agency (16:43). Lindsay Dunn of CityNews stops by to chat about her new role as sideline reporter for the Raptors 905, and helps us put together a pre-game playlist for the Raptors (26:00). Later on, Samson Folk of Raptors Republic discusses Toronto’s offensive growth, Scottie Barnes' third year in the league, and much more (49:56)!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/28/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 29 seconds
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A Frustrating Loss in Cleveland! Toronto’s Long-Term Roster Building with Michael Grange

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong break down Toronto’s frustrating defeat in Cleveland, dive into the worrisome numbers around the Scottie-plus-bench lineups, and chat about the in-season tournament drama coming out of Friday’s game against Chicago. Later, Jerome Cheng of No Dunks (27:05) and Crina Mustafa from Huddle Studios (49:48) help recap Saturday’s TMU Sport vs Media charity game. Finally, Michael Grange chats about Toronto’s long-term roster building plans and the direction of the franchise (01:17:34). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/27/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 40 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Too Many Errors in Winnable Loss to Cleveland

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 105-102 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Three stars: Jakob Poeltl, Dennis Schroder, Pascal Siakam. Gerald Henderson award: Max Strus. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/27/202332 minutes, 55 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Raptors Hold off Bulls Comeback

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 121-108 win over the Chicago Bulls. Three stars: OG Anunoby, Scottie Barnes, Jakob Poeltl. Gerald Henderson award: Zach LaVine.Views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/25/202331 minutes, 35 seconds
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A Veteran Presence with Garrett Temple

Raptors shooting guard Garrett Temple joins Will Lou from practice to talk about how he became a Raptor, his transition to becoming a veteran presence with the team, his process in helping younger players when they are struggling on-court, Scottie Barnes’ growth, and his shooting competitions with Dennis Schröder and Malachi Flynn. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/24/202317 minutes, 39 seconds
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Garrett Temple Q&A! Matt Devlin Gives Career Advice

Raptors veteran Garrett Temple sits down with Will Lou to chat about life as a 14-year vet, helping Gradey Dick and Scottie Barnes, and the generational gaps in the league. Then, play-by-play voice Matt Devlin joins Will and Blake Murphy to discuss the state of the Raptors, and offers some much-needed career advice (22:38). Later on, Trey Kerby of No Dunks delivers an inside look at the Chicago Bulls (49:34). Finally, The Raptors Show chain of the week is awarded to producer Derrick Brandao (01:14:09). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/24/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 15 seconds
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Dennis Schröder on Wild Pacers Win, Pascal Chemistry & German Trash Talking

Raptors point guard Dennis Schröder joins Will Lou and Blake Murphy to talk about Toronto's wild win against the Pacers, his chemistry with Pascal Siakam, what he said to Tyrese Haliburton after the game ended, if he talks trash to his opponents in German, and Malachi Flynn getting the team chain. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/23/202319 minutes, 18 seconds
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Dennis Schröder on Thrilling Comeback Win! Raptors-Pacers Recap with Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond

Will Lou recaps Toronto’s thrilling win over the Indiana Pacers with theScore’s Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond. Later on, Dennis Schröder joins the show to chat about behind-the-scenes of the Pacers win, in-game trash talk, chemistry with Pascal, and friendship with Alphonso Davies (49:51). Will, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong wrap up going around the NBA to chat about Kawhi being booed in San Antonio, Chris Paul vs Scott Foster, Shaedon Sharpe’s love of mac and cheese, and more (01:18:58). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/23/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 37 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Pascal and Scottie Come Up Clutch in Bounce Back Win

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 132-131 win over the Indiana Pacers. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Scottie Barnes, Dennis Schroder. Gerald Henderson award: Buddy Hield The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/23/202342 minutes, 20 seconds
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Raptors-Magic Recap with Vivek Jacob! Caitlin Cooper on the Pacers

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Vivek Jacob recap Toronto’s embarrassing performance in Orlando and discuss everything that’s wrong with the Raptors right now. NBA Insider Marc Stein joins the program (49:40), before Caitlin Cooper of “Basketball, She Wrote” previews tonight’s Raptors-Pacers matchup (01:13:25).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/22/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 9 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Eliminated After Embarrassing No-Show

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 126-107 loss to the Orlando Magic. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Dennis Schroder, Jakob Poeltl. Gerald Henderson award: Goga Bitadze. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/22/202324 minutes, 14 seconds
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Knicks Lawsuit Update! Raptors Concern Index with Eric Koreen

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong provide an update on James Dolan and the New York Knicks’ lawsuit against the Raptors and discuss the Raptors 905’s slow start. Orlando Magic Assistant Coach Jesse Mermuys discusses his career journey, favorite Bruno Caboclo story, and more (23:45). Eric Koreen of The Athletic previews Raptors-Magic and shares his concern index on a number of early trends about the team (49:54).   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/21/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 28 seconds
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Raptors Set Franchise Record! JE Skeets on 2021 Draft Class! Learning Chinese NBA Nicknames

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s franchise-record-setting win over the Pistons, before diving into Friday’s In-Season Tournament loss to the Boston Celtics, Darko Rajaković’s coaching decisions, a Fat Joe cameo at the arena, and more. JE Skeets of the No Dunks Podcast looks back on the 2021 draft class, Scottie’s leap in year three, if Cade Cunningham would still go first overall today, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP case (49:43). Finally, Will, Blake, and Alex learn some Chinese NBA nicknames (01:27:57). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/20/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 14 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Recording 44 assists in easy win over Pistons

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 142-113 win over the Detroit Pistons. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Jakob Poeltl, Pascal Siakam. Gerald Henderson award: Stanley Umude  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
11/20/202325 minutes, 54 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Losing a Heartbreaker to Celtics in IST Debut

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 108-105 loss to the Boston Celtics. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Dennis Schroder, Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Kristaps Porzingis. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/18/202331 minutes, 39 seconds
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Gary Trent Jr. Gives Will Fashion Advice! In-Season Tournament Ideas with Michael Grange

Will Lou sits down with Gary Trent Jr. to discuss how the Raptors can improve on offense, Gradey Dick’s development, and what he thinks of Will’s outfits. Sportsnet's own Michael Grange shares some In-Season tournament ideas with Blake Murphy (26:33). Tim MacMahon of ESPN stops by to share some updates on Western Conference teams (49:46). Alex Wong talks to Will and Souchi Terada of MassLive about the Hauser Brothers and karaoke (01:15:28). Finally, Will and Alex hand out the Raptors Show chain of the week! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/17/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 6 seconds
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Adam Silver on In-Season Tournament and Potential Expansion to Canada

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver joins Will Lou and Blake Murphy to chat NBA In-Season Tournament and the decision for the colourful courts, the possibility of the league expanding new teams into Canada, Draymond Green’s suspension, Miles Bridges return to Charlotte after a 10-game suspension, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/16/202315 minutes, 38 seconds
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Adam Silver Q&A! Raptors-Bucks with Louis Zatzman

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s disappointing loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, before Louis Zatzman of Raptors Republic joins the conversation to further break down the defeat (26:17). In the second hour, Will, Blake, and Alex hand out early-season awards (49:43). Finally, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver joins the program to chat about the early feedback about the In-Season Tournament, potential interest in having expansion franchises in Vancouver and Montreal, the league’s intimate partner violence policy, his favourite English Premier League team, whether he has a burner account, the partnership with SKIMS, and more (01:15:00).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/16/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 23 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: No-Showing on Defense in Embarrassing Loss

William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 128-112 loss. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, Markquis Nowell. Gerald Henderson award: Malik Beasley.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
11/16/202325 minutes, 42 seconds
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Nice, Nize, Noise! Draymond vs. Gobert! NBA Insider Marc Stein and Mike Tanton on Raptors Indigenous Heritage Night

William Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong spotlight Raptors trends 10 games into the regular season to decide whether they’re nice, nize, or noise, before chatting about Draymond Green putting Rudy Gobert into a chokehold 90 seconds into last night’s game (34:35). In the second hour, NBA insider Marc Stein discusses Zach LaVine's trade market, the Clippers being winless in the James Harden era, and more (49:56). Later on, Mike Tanton joins the program to talk about Raptors Indigenous Heritage Night (01:21:05). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/15/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 41 seconds
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Dennis Schröder on Wizards Comeback and Joe Mazzulla Coach’s Challenge

Raptors point guard Dennis Schröder joins Will Lou and Blake Murphy to chat about Toronto’s 23-point comeback against the Wizards, his role in Pascal Siakam’s adjustment to Darko Rajaković’s system, Joe Mazzulla’s late game coach’s challenge in Boston, his introduction to the game of basketball and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/14/202317 minutes, 2 seconds
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The Anatomy of a 23-Point Comeback! Dennis Schröder on Wizards Win and the In-Season Tournament

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong break down Toronto’s 23-point comeback against the Wizards and discuss the politics behind the team’s post-game chain. Danny Chau of the Ringer chats about Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, Zach LaVine’s trade value, and the In-Season Tournament (29:18). Dan Devine of Yahoo Sports joins the program to discuss whether the Spurs need to pair Victor Wembanyama with a true point guard, Chet Holmgren’s rookie season with OKC, and more (49:26). Finally, Dennis Schröder talks about Monday’s comeback win, Joe Mazzulla’s fourth quarter coaches challenge in a blowout, Malachi Flynn’s growth, Jeff Teague’s mentorship, being discovered playing streetball in Germany at the age of nine, and more (01:14:35). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/14/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 5 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Siakam Drops 39 to Complete 23-Point Comeback Win

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 111-107 win over the Washington Wizards. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Scottie Barnes, Chris Boucher. Gerald Henderson award: Daniel Gafford The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/14/202330 minutes, 57 seconds
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Action Bronson Reads Will Lou’s Tweet! All-Time “Bonehead” Washington Wizards Draft with James Herbert

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s loss over the weekend in Boston and discuss whether Joe Mazzulla broke an unwritten rule with his coaches challenge, the composition of the Celtics roster over the past two decades, and more. In the second segment, Action Bronson reading Will Lou’s tweet on Pablo Torre’s podcast is fully explained. Later, James Herbert of CBS Sports joins the program to draft all-time “bonehead” moments in Washington Wizards history (49:55), before Alex plays “Who He Play For” for the first time this season (01:31:34). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/13/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 24 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Celtics Easily Blowout Raptors

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 117-94 win over the Boston Celtics. Three stars: Jakob Poeltl, Pascal Siakam, Malachi Flynn. Gerald Henderson award: Sam Hauser The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/12/202323 minutes, 23 seconds
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Friday Raptors Mailbag! Shireen Ahmed and Fitriya Mohamed on the Muslim Women’s Summer Basketball League

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong tip off Friday's show sorting through some listener questions. They chat about Scottie Barnes (his All-Star and Most Improved Player chances), Malachi Flynn (Darko Rajaković's belief in him and the security of his role as back-up point guard), and many more assorted topics. In the second hour, Will and Blake preview Saturday's Raptors-Celtics matchup (49:37). Finally, Shireen Ahmed of CBC Sports and Fitriya Mohamed, founder of the Muslim Women’s Summer Basketball League, chat about the MWSBL, their personal relationship with the game of basketball, and the All-Star game taking place this Sunday at MLSE Launchpad (01:08:05). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/10/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 15 seconds
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Raptors Impress in Dallas! Luke Winn Q&A

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s impressive win over the Dallas Mavericks and chat about Pascal Siakam’s breakout performance, Scottie Barnes’ all-around play, O.G. vs. Luka, Malachi Flynn’s bench role, and more. In the second hour, Blake Murphy talks to College Park Skyhawks head coach Ryan Schmidt (49:17), before sitting down with Raptors 905 General Manager Luke Winn (01:05:30) to chat about his unique career path, the upcoming season, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/9/20231 hour, 38 minutes, 58 seconds
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The November Banter Pod

Will Lou and Alex Wong provide an oral history of almost hooping with Adam Sandler (6:00) before diving into their behind-the-scenes highlights from the “Prehistoric” book launch (23:00) at the University of Toronto. Later, the two answer listener questions (56:00) divided into several categories including fashion (the best fit at the book launch, wearing merch from two different NBA teams at the same time), basketball-adjacent (how did Dennis Schroder become a Raptors Show regular? how many players on the team know Will Lou?), cats (how does Alex feel about cats? Why does Will have three cats?), food and drink (Hong Kong specialty cuisine, dream patty collab), assorted (Christmas wish list, Will’s skincare routine), and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/9/20232 hours, 28 minutes, 20 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Siakam Re-Emerges in Great Win Over Mavs

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 127-116 win over the Dallas Mavericks. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, OG Anunoby, Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Tim Hardaway Jr. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/9/202342 minutes, 17 seconds
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Raptors x Succession Characters! Basketball Acronym Test! Marc Stein and Tim Cato on The Mavericks

Will Lou, Blake Murphy and Alex Wong compare Raptor players to “Succession” characters, before Will and Blake test Alex on his basketball acronym knowledge (24:36). In the second hour, Marc Stein joins the show to chat about James Harden and the Clippers, and Dallas’s 6-1 start (49:53). Later, Tim Cato of The Athletic previews tonight’s Raptors-Mavericks matchup (01:15:18).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/8/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 23 seconds
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Dennis Schröder on Scottie Barnes Calling His Own Shot

Dennis Schröder joins Will Lou and Blake Murphy live from the team bus to chat about the thrilling comeback in San Antonio, his impressions of Scottie Barnes so far this season, what it was like to shoot over Victor Wembanyama, Malachi Flynn’s role on the team, and more.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/7/202318 minutes, 21 seconds
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Dennis Schröder on Thrilling Comeback Win in San Antonio! Oren Weisfeld and Libaan Osman Keep Up With The Canadians

Will Lou and Blake Murphy spend the first hour checking in on the rookie of the year race, Blake’s story on defensive trends to look out for with the Raptors so far, and ESPN’s top 25 players under 25. In the second hour, Libaan Osman and Oren Weisfeld join the program to chat about how the Canadians in the NBA are doing so far (49:54). Finally, Dennis Schröder joins us live from the team bus to chat about the thrilling comeback in San Antonio, his impressions of Scottie Barnes so far this season, what it was like to shoot over Victor Wembanyama, Malachi Flynn’s role on the team, and more (01:21:08).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/7/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 30 seconds
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Scottie Leads Comeback in San Antonio! Chris Mannix on the In-Season Tournament

Will Lou, Blake Murphy and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s comeback win in San Antonio, Scottie Barnes’ impressive fourth quarter, and whether Pascal Siakam will be a Raptor past the trade deadline. Raptors sideline reporter Savanna Hamilton joins the program to chat about Scottie’s summer workouts paying off early in the season, O.G.’s career-high game from three, and Pascal’s early struggles (27:29). Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated gives his first impressions on the In-Season Tournament, James Harden’s Clippers debut, and more (49:50). Finally, Will, Blake and Alex brainstorm ways to improve the In-Season Tournament (01:14:28). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/6/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 26 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Scottie Barnes Drags Raps to 22-Point Comeback OT Win

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 123-116 OT win over the San Antonio Spurs. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, OG Anunoby, Dennis Schroder. Gerald Henderson award: Keldon Johnson The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/6/202339 minutes, 20 seconds
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Raptors Lose To Sixers Again! Joe Wolfond on Pascal Siakam’s Role! Ben Golliver on Wemby Mania

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong kick off today's show discussing which two Raptor players they would stack on top of each other to guard Victor Wembanyama, before recapping Toronto’s loss in Philadelphia and diving into Gary Trent Jr.’s slow start. Later, Joe Wolfond of theScore joins the program to chat about Pascal Siakam’s role in the offence (26:48). In the second hour, Ben Golliver of the Washington Post shares his experience of covering the first week of Victor Wembanyama’s rookie season and if the Spurs should consider trying to win now (49:21). Finally, Will, Blake, and Alex chat about whether James Harden is a system or a system player (01:28:38).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/3/20231 hour, 38 minutes, 46 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: No Answers for Joel Embiid

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 114-99 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, OG Anunoby, Dennis Schroder. Gerald Henderson award: Kelly Oubre. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/3/202331 minutes, 59 seconds
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Raptors Dominate Against the Bucks! Javon Freeman-Liberty Q&A! Michael Levin on the Sixers

Will Lou, Blake Murphy and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s win over Milwaukee and discuss the second-unit contributions from Malachi Flynn, Otto Porter Jr., and Gradey Dick, Scottie Barnes winning his matchup against Giannis, Pascal Siakam re-discovering his chemistry with Jakob Poeltl, and more! In the second hour, Javon Freeman-Liberty joins the program to chat about his career journey and expectations for the upcoming Raptors 905 season (49:35). Later on, Michael Levin of the Rights to Ricky Sanchez Podcast previews tonight’s Raptors-Sixers matchup and how Philadelphia will look like after the James Harden trade (01:17:05).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/2/20231 hour, 38 minutes, 57 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Crushing the Bucks in Total Team Effort

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 130-111 win over the Milwaukee Bucks. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, Dennis Schroder. Gerald Henderson: Josh Tiven. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/2/202331 minutes, 27 seconds
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Raptors 0.5 Offence Check-In! Around the NBA with Eric Nehm, Marc Stein, and Tim Bontemps

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong give their early impressions on Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs, before diving into some worrisome early-season offensive stats about the Raptors. Eric Nehm of The Athletic joins the show to talk about how Dame Lillard's trade to Milwaukee came together, Adrian Griffin as the team’s new head coach, and what to expect from the Bucks this season (24:45). In the second hour, Marc Stein breaks down why the Sixers decided it was finally time to move on from James Harden, how the new Clippers “superteam” will look like, if the Raptors will dominate the trade market again, and more (49:15). Finally, Tim Bontemps of ESPN joins the program to chat about the Celtics’ impressive start, what the vibe in Philadelphia is like after the James Harden trade, and more (01:15:10).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/1/20231 hour, 38 minutes, 47 seconds
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Dennis Schröder on Early-Season Trends and Chemistry with New Teammates

Toronto Raptors point guard Dennis Schröder joins the program to chat about the recent losing streak, what is the mood in the locker room after a 1-3 start, Darko Rajaković’s optimism in the film room, how he’s communicating with his new teammates on the court to build chemistry, the shooting competitions taking place post-practice, his iconic “freeze” celebration going global, early impressions of Victor Wembanyama, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/31/202319 minutes, 48 seconds
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Raptors Losing Streak Hits Three! Dennis Schröder Q&A

Will Lou and Blake Murphy recap Toronto’s disappointing loss to Portland and chat about the struggles in the half-court offense, their three-point shooting woes, and finding the right balance for Scottie Barnes and Pascal Siakam. Raptors point guard Dennis Schröder joins the program to chat about the recent losing streak, what is the mood in the locker room after a 1-3 start, Darko Rajaković’s optimism in the film room, how he’s communicating with his new teammates on the court to build chemistry, the shooting competitions taking place post-practice, his iconic “freeze” celebration going global, early impressions of Victor Wembanyama, and more (25:05). In the second hour, Howard Beck of The Ringer joins the program to chat about the James Harden trade and other NBA topics (49:50). Finally, Alex Wong joins the program to go around the NBA and discuss Furkan Korkmaz’s trade request, DeMar’s Hall of Fame case, and much more (01:15:05).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/31/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 7 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Team falls apart in worrisome loss to Blazers

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 99-91 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, Dennis Schroder. Gerald Henderson award: Malcolm Brogdon. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.  
10/31/202332 minutes, 50 seconds
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Nick Nurse Returns to Toronto! Pascal’s Limited Offensive Role! Sean Highkin on the Blazers

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong recap a weekend of losses for the Toronto Raptors highlighted by Nick Nurse’s return to Toronto, how the team handled Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, Scottie Barnes’ impressive start, and how the team is utilizing Pascal Siakam early on. Later, they discuss the NBA's new In-Season Tournament court designs and Malachi Flynn’s early-season struggles (39:50). In the second hour, Sean Highkin of The Rose Garden Report joins the program to talk about the post-Dame Lillard Blazers, expectations for Scoot Henderson’s rookie season, how Deandre Ayton and Robert Williams will fit with the roster, Shaedon Sharpe’s development, and more (49:30). Finally, Will and Blake preview tonight’s matchup between the Raptors and Trail Blazers (01:19:24).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/30/20231 hour, 38 minutes, 46 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: No Answers for Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 114-107 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Gradey Dick, Dennis Schroder. Gerald Henderson award: Kelly Oubre Jr. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/29/202329 minutes, 51 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Raptors Lose Their Minds in Painful OT Loss

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 104-103 OT loss to the Chicago Bulls. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, Chris Boucher. Gerald Henderson award: Alex Caruso. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/28/202344 minutes
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Season Debut with Dennis Schroder

Dennis Schroder joins the show to chat about his Raptors debut, similarities between German national team and this year’s Raptors team, the origin story of his three-point celebration, behind-the-scenes of the locker room celebration for Darko Rajakovic’s first win, post-practice shooting contests at OVO, stories about his personal vlog, and how he’s dealt with social media criticism during his career. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/27/202320 minutes, 14 seconds
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Dennis Schroder Q&A! Keith Pompey on the State of the Sixers

Will Lou and Blake Murphy discuss Alex Wong’s “Prehistoric” book launch party before Dennis Schroder joins the show (14:27) to chat about the origin story of his three-point celebration, behind-the-scenes of the locker room celebration for Darko Rajakovic’s first win, how he’s dealt with social media criticism throughout his career, and more. Later, Dan Woike of the LA Times (35:13) chats about Dennis Schroder, what is the right comp for Austin Reaves, his takeaways from Lakers-Suns, and more. I’m the second hour, Keith Pompey of the Philadelphia Inquirer (49:19) talks about the state of the 76ers including early impressions of Nick Nurse, where in the world is James Harden, and what a Joel Embiid trade package might look like. Finally, Will and Blake preview tonight’s Raptors-Bulls matchup. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/27/20231 hour, 37 minutes, 37 seconds
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Raptors Win Home Opener! David Thorpe on Pascal and Scottie’s Season Debut

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s opening night win over the Minnesota Timberwolves and talk about the team’s post-game celebration, O.G. Anunoby’s defence, Dennis Schroder’s debut, Darko’s rotation to start the season, and the team’s back-up point guard problem. In the second hour, David Thorpe of TrueHoop joins the program to chat about his early impressions of Pascal Siakam and Scottie Barnes, and why he has high expectations for the Raptors this season (49:02). Finally, we go around the NBA to chat about the Orlando Magic, and Chicago’s players-only meeting (01:23:15).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/26/20231 hour, 38 minutes, 17 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Raptors Defense Holds Strong in Season Opening Win

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 97-94 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, OG Anunoby, Dennis Schroder. Gerald Henderson award: Rudy Gobert. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 
10/26/202332 minutes, 26 seconds
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Two Truths and a Lie! Michael Grange on Darko Rajaković’s Coaching Journey

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong play a game of “two truths and a lie” about the 2023-24 Raptors and discuss Scottie Barnes’ two-way play, Pascal Siakam extension talks, O.G. Anunoby’s Defensive Player of the Year chances, Gradey Dick’s three-point shooting, Malachi Flynn’s spot in the rotation, and more. Later, the three discuss new NBA team hashtags, their predictions for the Raptors' win total, and their favourite award choices for this upcoming season (37:58). In the second hour, Michael Grange joins the program for a deep-dive on his Big Read on Darko Rajaković’s coaching journey, Pascal’s contract situation, and more (49:55). Finally, Will and Blake preview tonight’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves (01:32:10).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/25/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 1 second
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Darko Rajaković Q&A

Toronto Raptors Head Coach Darko Rajaković joins the show to chat with Will Lou and Blake Murphy about his Halloween costume, the Scottie-Pascal partnership, the team’s new defensive approach, the benefits of a 10-man rotation, the importance of building relationships with players and referees, how much coffee he consumes on game day, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/24/202319 minutes, 55 seconds
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Darko Rajaković Tees Up New Season! Bobby Marks and Michael Pina on NBA Opening Night

Toronto Raptors Head Coach Darko Rajaković joins the show to chat with Will Lou and Blake Murphy on his Halloween costume, the Scottie-Pascal partnership, the team’s new defensive approach, the benefits of a 10-man rotation, the importance of building relationships with players and referees, how much coffee he consumes on game day, and more! Bobby Marks of ESPN chats about Giannis Antetokounmpo’s extension, why the Raptors did not extend Precious Achiuwa or Malachi Flynn, the latest on James Harden, and more (28:28). Next up, Michael Pina of The Ringer joins the program to go through his bold NBA predictions for the 2023/24 season (49:45). In the final segment, Alex Wong stops by to chat about his new book “Prehistoric” and what the Raptors were like in their inaugural season (01:24:14). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/24/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 23 seconds
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Preseason Wrap-Up! Savanna Hamilton on Scottie-Pascal! Nice, Nize, Noise!

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s win over the Washington Wizards in the pre-season finale and chat about Scottie Barnes’ impressive showing and his role as a small-ball five, Otto Porter Jr.’s return, what to expect from Precious Achiuwa this season, and the end of the Jeff Dowtin Jr. era. Later, Raptors sideline reporter Savanna Hamilton joins the program to chat in-depth about how Scottie Barnes and Pascal Siakam fit with each other on the court, what to expect from each of them individually this season, and what Dennis Schroder’s role will look like with the starting lineup (28:25). In the second hour, Blake introduces a “Nice, Nize, Noise” segment to determine what’s real and what’s not about the Raptors from the preseason (49:39). Finally, Will, Blake, and Alex chat about the team’s Halloween party, the team’s three-point celebration, and more (01:21:01). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/23/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 2 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Dominant Preseason Finale

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 134-98 win over the Washington Wizards in preseason. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, OG Anunoby. Gerald Henderson award: Eugene Omoruyi The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/21/202336 minutes, 45 seconds
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2023-24 NBA Over/Unders

Will Lou, Blake Murphy, and Alex Wong pick their NBA over/unders for the upcoming season! They start off in the West where they discuss Denver's potential to repeat their regular season success from last season, if the Phoenix Suns can be a juggernaut over 82 games, how much the Grizzlies will miss Ja Morant to start the season, and more! In the second hour (49:47), they go over the Eastern Conference and chat about whether the Sixers have "season from hell" potential, if the Cavaliers are a 50-win team, whether the Raptors can overachieve this season, if Orlando and Indiana can make a leap, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/20/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 37 seconds
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Gordie Herbert Q&A! Scottie Barnes Deep Dive with Samson Folk

It’s Blake Murphy Thursday! Will Lou and Blake discuss a potential Precious Achiuwa extension and Gradey Dick’s cameo in Adonis’s music video before diving into what Dennis Schroder’s role on the Raptors will be this season. In the second segment, Blake sits down with head coach of the German men’s national team Gordie Herbert (24:26) to chat about the FIBA World Cup, his observations from Raptors training camp, coaching Dennis Schroder, and more. In the second hour, Samson Folk of Raptors Republic (49:53) joins the program to chat with Will and Blake about Scottie Barnes’ role this season, how he can flourish in the pick-and-roll, and more.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/19/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 2 seconds
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Raptors-Bulls Recap! Eastern Conference Tiers with Joseph Casciaro & Joe Wolfond

Will Lou and Blake Murphy recap Toronto’s preseason win over the Chicago Bulls and discuss Pascal Siakam and Scottie Barnes’ performance, how Gary Trent Jr. is expanding his game, concerns about the overall offensive efficiency, and how the team’s new defensive approach is paying off. In the second segment, Alex Wong joins the show (28:04) to chat about James Harden’s absence from Sixers training camp today and the decline of NBA jersey designs. In the second hour, Will is joined by Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond of theScore (49:46) to chat about the Eastern Conference and whether Boston or Milwaukee should enter the season as the Finals favourite, if the Miami Heat should be considered a championship contender, whether the Sixers, Knicks, or Cavs can find a path to the conference finals, where the Raptors belong in the East, and more! Finally, Will talks to Joseph and Joe (01:22:32) about Raptors players who will make or break this season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/18/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 7 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Scottie & Siakam Shine in Preseason Win Over Bulls

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 106-102 win over the Chicago Bulls in preseason. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, Gary Trent Jr. Gerald Henderson award: Pat Williams. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/18/202344 minutes, 57 seconds
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2023-24 Raptors Prop Bets! What to Expect From O.G. and Jakob?

Will Lou is joined by Blake Murphy and Alex Wong as Blake goes through a number of Raptors props for the season including the team’s win total, number of Gradey Dick three-pointers, Pascal’s All-NBA chances, how often the starters are going to play 36+ minutes per game, number of three-point attempts in Fred VanVleet’s return, who would win a freestyle battle between Alex and Adonis, and more! In the second hour, Will and Blake discuss what O.G.’s role will look like this season (49:21) and how he might be spotlighted even more on the defensive end under Darko Rajakovic, before diving into Jakob Poeltl’s importance to the team’s offence season. Finally, Alex brings an assortment of around the NBA topics to the program (01:16:52) for Will and Blake as they chat about a recent New York Magazine feature on Shams Charania and where the Raptors rank on Zach Lowe’s league pass rankings.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/17/20231 hour, 38 minutes, 45 seconds
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Chris Boucher Q&A

Will Lou sits down with Raptors forward Chris Boucher to chat about Team Canada’s FIBA World Cup performance before diving into what went wrong with the Raptors last season, the dynamic between the younger and older players on the roster, how the team dealt with Nick Nurse’s occasional public call-outs of players, and more. Later, Chris details how he approached prepping for the season this summer, the most slept-on player on the team and what he wants to improve on individually this season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/16/202315 minutes, 49 seconds
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Big-Picture Expectations For The 2023-24 Season! Exclusive Interview with Chris Boucher

Will Lou is joined by Blake Murphy and Alex Wong to chat about the big-picture expectations for this 2023-24 season, takeaways from the first few weeks of training camp, and how Pascal Siakam’s on-going contract talks might impact the season. Later, (31:36) they discuss the one food item Raptors players would eat for the rest of their life and provide an update on the New York Knicks lawsuit. In the second hour, Will sits down with Chris Boucher (50:05) to chat about Team Canada’s performance over the summer, the dynamic between the younger and older players on the team last season, getting used to Darko Rajakovic’s new system in training camp, and much more. Finally, Will and Blake (1:18:26) discuss the battle for spots in the team’s front-court rotation, and what the bench depth will look like this season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/16/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 40 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Exhibition Win Over Taipans

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 134-93 win over the Cairnes Taipans of the NBL. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Chris Boucher, Jevon Freeman-Liberty. Gerald Henderson award: Patrick Miller. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/16/202334 minutes, 37 seconds
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Early Preseason Trends + NBA GM Survey Highlights

Will Lou is joined by Blake Murphy to chat about Toronto’s preseason opener against the Sacramento Kings and early trends including: Dennis Schroder as the starting point guard, Gary Trent Jr. in a sixth man role, Scottie Barnes’ involvement in the new-look offence, the potential for more bench depth, and more. Later, Alex Wong provides highlights from the annual NBA GM survey (41:55) including NBA Finals picks, the one player you would build a franchise around, the most underrated offseason acquisition, and the best perimeter player in the league. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/11/202355 minutes, 52 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Noticeable Improvements

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 112-99 win over the Sacramento Kings in preseason. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Gary Trent Jr., OG Anunoby. Gerald Henderson award: Keegan Murray. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/9/20231 hour, 2 minutes, 57 seconds
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Early Training Camp Storylines! WNBA Announces Expansion Franchises

Will Lou and Alex Wong check in on early training camp storylines including whether Dennis Schroder should be in the starting lineup and what Scottie Barnes’ role will look like in year 3 before discussing Toronto missing out on a WNBA expansion franchise and Darko Rajakovic’s Toronto Life interview. Later, the two chat about (1:16:00) the end of the Blue Jays season before answering listener questions about their first ever job, new food additions to Scotiabank Arena, dream podcast guests and public-speaking tips, before ending with a birthday surprise for Alex. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/5/20232 hours, 8 minutes, 40 seconds
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Live From Media Day with Jakob Poeltl & O.G. Anunoby!

Will Lou and Alex Wong are live on location from media day to chat about Masai Ujiri’s comments on the summer, the selfishness of the team last season, and more. Will is then joined by Jakob Poeltl (20:53) to chat about his chemistry with Pascal Siakam and what his role will be in Darko Rajakovic’s offence. Later, O.G. Anunoby drops by (33:05) to chat about his new goatee, a 10-minute best man wedding speech he gave this summer, his British accent, and much more. In the second hour, Will and Alex (49:54) dive into Pascal’s relationship with the front office and the pros and cons of not signing the team’s best player to an extension before the start of the season. Finally, the two wrap up with a few more bullet points from media day (01:22:45) before chatting about James Harden’s decision to skip media day in Philadelphia, and the Boston Celtics trading for Jrue Holiday. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/2/20231 hour, 40 minutes, 8 seconds
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O.G. Anunoby Q&A

Host William Lou is joined by Raptors wing O.G. Anunoby on Raptors media day! Will and OG discuss the latter's contract status heading into 2023-24, Anunoby's love for the city of Toronto and the London native's goals for the upcoming season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/2/202315 minutes, 24 seconds
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Giants of Africa’s 20th Anniversary & Raptors Scouting in Africa

Host William Lou speaks with Sarah Chan, manager of African scouting for the Toronto Raptors and longtime coach at Giants of Africa. They discuss the growth of the program (1:00), stories from the 20th anniversary (17:00), Precious Achiuwa's return (20:00), Masai Ujiri's personal dedication (24:00), Raptors' advantage of scouting in Africa (33:00), and where the next hotspot of talent will come from (36:00).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/29/202341 minutes, 14 seconds
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The Raptors Offer for Dame & What’s Next for the Front Office

Host William Lou reacts to the Damian Lillard trade. In part 1 (0:00), Will speaks with Michael Grange about what the Raptors offered, updates on extension talks with Pascal Siakam, OG Anunoby, and Gary Trent Jr., and on the future of the front office. In part 2 (26:00), Will gives his thoughts on the team-building strategy and on Raptors fan expectations and habits. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/28/20231 hour, 4 minutes, 3 seconds
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Do the Raptors Have the Best Dame Lillard Trade Package?

Will Lou and Alex Wong continue their conversation about Dame Lillard and discuss whether the O.G. Anunoby trade proposal is better than anything the Miami Heat can offer, concerns about the depth and long-term draft capital of the team after a potential trade and much more. Later, the two recap (44:30) their eventful weekend in the city, Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce, Usher performing at the Super Bowl, and Kevin James becoming a meme. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/26/20231 hour, 27 minutes, 28 seconds
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Portland’s POV on a Potential Damian Lillard to Toronto Trade

Host William Lou speaks with Sean Highkin of The Rose Garden Report about the latest between Toronto and Portland involving Damian Lillard. Sean shares the latest insights from Portland’s perspective and the viability of OG Anunoby as the core trade piece in a potential return package. Then, Will goes solo down memory lane about how the Raptors nearly were in position to draft Damian Lillard back in 2012, if not for an unlikely triple-double from Ben Uzoh, who has since rejoined the team this past week as a scout. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/25/20231 hour, 16 minutes, 15 seconds
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Jordi Fernandez on Coaching Canada to Bronze and Raptors Interview

Host William Lou interviews Canada head coach Jordi Fernandez. They discuss the entire World Cup journey, what Dillon Brooks is actually like, how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander can elevate his game and the subtle differences in coaching in FIBA. They also discuss Jordi’s interview with the Toronto Raptors coaching vacancy this summer, and also his many ties to Canada. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/22/202340 minutes, 50 seconds
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Hello & Welcome Blake Murphy + Dame-to-Toronto Trade Scenarios

Will Lou and Alex Wong welcome Blake Murphy into the “Raptors Show” universe full-time and discuss their upcoming plans for the season before onboarding Blake with a “Raptors Show” quiz. They discuss the latest rumours surrounding Dame Lillard (31:00) and whether the Raptors make sense as a potential trade partner before diving into a myriad of NBA topics including how Nick Nurse plans on using Joel Embiid this season, Jamal Murray not bringing the Larry O’Brien trophy to Kitchener, and Hakeem Olajuwon’s $50k workout. Finally, Will and Alex (1:20:00) wrap up their summer-long Lord of the Rings conversation, discuss their sports media journey, and look forward to year three of the show. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/21/20232 hours, 8 minutes, 13 seconds
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Pascal-to-Atlanta Update + NBA’s New Participation Policy

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss the latest report on trade talks between the Raptors and Hawks for Pascal Siakam (5:00), the Delaware Blue Coats acquiring Jeff Dowtin Jr., and Giannis’s comments on the world champion debate. Later, the two chat about (55:00) the NBA’s new player participation policy, Draymond Green’s love of Apple, and Serge Ibaka signing with Bayern Munich. They finish with an update on friends of the program worldwide, and Alex getting caught in 4K at the Blue Jays game (1:12:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/14/20231 hour, 30 minutes, 26 seconds
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Behind the Scenes of Canada’s Historic World Cup Run

Host William Lou speaks to Muad Issa, manager of digital content for Canada Basketball. They discuss Canada’s memorable run at the 2023 FIBA World Cup, what the players and coaches were like behind the scenes, the speeches and key moments that brought Canada to bronze, and advice on how to break into sports media. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/13/202359 minutes, 29 seconds
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FIBA World Cup Recap + What’s Next For Team Canada

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap (10:45) Team Canada’s bronze medal finish at the FIBA World Cup and look ahead to the 2024 Olympics before diving into mailbag questions (43:00) about the Olympic tournament format, NBA vs. FIBA refs, Shai vs. Steve Nash, favourite produce in Toronto, why NBA players are more successful in FIBA, more. Later, (1:25:00) the two chat about Libaan’s trip to Spain and continue their ongoing summer-long discussion about Lord of the Rings. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/11/20231 hour, 59 minutes, 4 seconds
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Canada Secures Bronze Over USA

Host William Lou recaps Canada’s 127-118 overtime win over USA to secure bronze at the 2023 FIBA World Cup. Three stars: Dillon Brooks, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, RJ Barrett. Gerald Henderson award: Mikal Bridges. BONUS slander podcast with Sahal Abdi and Asad Alvi (46:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/10/20231 hour, 33 minutes, 12 seconds
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Canada Fall in Semifinals Against Impressive Serbian Team

Host William Lou recaps Canada’s 95-86 loss to Serbia in the semifinals of the 2023 FIBA World Cup. Three stars: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, RJ Barrett, Dillon Brooks. Gerald Henderson award: Marko Guduric. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/8/202354 minutes, 14 seconds
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Will Canada Advance Into the World Cup Finals?

Host William Lou speaks to Oren Weisfeld, writer at large. They discuss Canada’s matchup with Serbia in the semifinal (5:00), the significance of Canada’s wins over Spain and Slovenia (20:00), whether Shai Gilegous-Alexander is already better than Steve Nash (39:00), Pascal Siakam’s charitable efforts (53:00), and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/7/20231 hour, 29 minutes, 8 seconds
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Shai Outduels Luka to Put Canada Into Semifinals

Host William Lou recaps Canada’s 100-89 win over Slovenia. Three stars: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Dillon Brooks, RJ Barrett. Gerald Henderson award: Klemen Prepelic. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/6/202347 minutes, 41 seconds
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Canada Qualifies for Olympics Behind SGA and Brooks

Host William Lou recaps Canada’s 88-85 win over Spain at the 2023 FIBA World Cup. Three stars: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Dillon Brooks, Dwight Powell. Gerald Henderson award: Santi Aldama. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/3/202352 minutes, 21 seconds
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Brazil Upsets Canada to Set Up Must-Win Game on Sunday

Host William Lou recaps Canada’s 68-64 loss to Brazil at the FIBA World Cup. Three stars: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Lu Dort, Brazil coach Gustavo Conti. Gerald Henderson award: Yago Santos. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/1/202346 minutes, 59 seconds
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Team Canada’s Impressive Run + Raptors Are a “Dark Horse” for Giannis

Will Lou and Alex Wong chat about Team Canada’s impressive 3-0 start at the FIBA World Cup, Jordi Fernandez’s command as a head coach, an update on Li Kaier, Yuta Watanabe, Rondae Hollis-Jefferson, and a long list of former Raptors at the tournament. Later, the two discuss (58:00) the Raptors as a “dark horse” candidate for Giannis and potential trade packages. Finally, they go through the pros and cons of Liberty Village (1:14:00), Lord of the Rings mythology, and generational love of the Raptors, before Will provides a recap of his Chicago trip (1:45:00) which included deep-dish pizza, a White Sox game, nursing two beers for three hours at a jazz bar, getting roasted at a comedy show, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/31/20232 hours, 19 minutes, 26 seconds
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Team Canada Wins By 55 Points Over Lebanon

Producer and co-host Alex Wong makes good on his promise to record a solo react pod while Will Lou is on vacation and recaps Team Canada’s impressive win over Lebanon in the second game of group play at the FIBA World Cup. Also: what this tournament could mean for the men’s national team program long-term, how does the FIBA World Cup actually work, who has the most to gain from Team Canada at this tournament, and Alex’s top 10 FIBA World Cup jerseys.Three stars: Zach Edey, Jordi Fernandez, Trae Bell-HaynesGerald Henderson Award: Alex WongThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/27/202356 minutes, 57 seconds
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The Third August Banter Pod

Will Lou and Alex Wong chat about Giannis’s comments in the New York Times about free agency and whether the Raptors could be a landing spot for the Bucks star. Later, the two chat about the fallout from the New York Knicks' lawsuit (49:30), before recapping the Raptors' reunion weekend (1:04:00) in the city and what it meant to long-time fans of the team. Finally, the two go on a marathon session (1:46:00) answering listener questions about: swearing on air, EPL predictions, most underrated and overrated neighbourhoods in Toronto, dogs vs. cats, beer preferences, The Bear Season 2, favourite follows on X, Libaan vs. Oren, the CNE, hidden talents, Precious' role on the team, Darko vs. Nick, what they would actually steal from the Knicks, and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/26/20234 hours, 9 seconds
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Canada Shocks France with 30-Point Win to Open World Cup

Host William Lou reacts to Canada’s 95-65 win over France to open their 2023 FIBA World Cup campaign. Three stars: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Dillon Brooks, Kelly Olynyk. Gerald Henderson award: Mathias Lessort. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/25/202337 minutes, 32 seconds
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Optimism for Team Canada at World Cup, and CNE Adventures

Host William Lou speaks with Oren Weisfeld of The Guardian and Libaan Osman of The Toronto Star. They discuss how Canada looked in the exhibition games, standout performers, strengths and weaknesses, and how Canada matches up against France ahead of their first FIBA World Cup game on Friday. They make a hard pivot into discussing the ideal Canadian National Exhibition outing. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/23/20231 hour, 34 minutes, 13 seconds
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Knicks Launch Lawsuit Against Raptors, and Who Will Run Pick-and-Rolls?

Host William Lou speaks with Louis Zatzman of Raptors Republic. They discuss the Knicks’ lawsuit against the Raptors over the alleged sharing of proprietary information by a former Knicks video coordinator, then transition into a granular discussion on how the Raptors will run pick-and-roll next season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/22/20231 hour, 8 minutes, 34 seconds
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Assorted Raptors News + Exclusive Interview with Tracy Murray

Will Lou and Alex Wong chat about the release of the 2023-24 NBA schedule (4:49), predicting the reception of Nick Nurse and Fred VanVleet’s returns, the lack of national television games, the final attempt to get ramen with Yuta and an in-depth breakdown of NBA Rivals week. Later, the two chat about Scottie’s joy and the challenges of adjusting to expectations in the NBA (39:00), how much blame the front office should take about the team’s current predicament, Markquis Nowell’s bold proclamation, James Harden vs. Daryl Morey (1:00:00), Gary Oak, Deagol, and “The First Slam Dunk.” Finally, former Toronto Raptor Tracy Murray (1:41:00) joins Will and Alex in-studio to chat about his love of the city, what it was like to be part of an expansion franchise, his favourite memories from the first season, and finally Tracy goes up against Alex in an iconic Basketball Reference game.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 
8/18/20232 hours, 57 minutes, 18 seconds
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Early Returns of Team Canada and Outlook on Raptors Season

Host William Lou catches up with Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com. They discuss how Team Canada has fared in exhibition play (5:43), if the NBA’s in-season tournament will catch on (34:23), what to look forward to next season with the Raptors (56:30), and wrap with EPL soccer and cricket talk (1:19:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/17/20231 hour, 47 minutes, 7 seconds
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The Second August Banter Pod

Will Lou and Alex Wong come together for another banter pod to chat about Duolingo, Pascal Siakam appearing at the Rico Hines run, Kawhi’s side-deals with the Clippers, how the Raptors can learn from the Jose Bautista ceremony this weekend, Will's bootleg jersey collection, Gary Oak, Team Canada’s win over Germany, Alex’s live tennis experience over the weekend, the best sports to watch in person, and a series of listener interactions from this past week. Later, Will has an in-depth chat with Alex about his new book “Prehistoric” as they take a journey back to the very beginning of the Raptors franchise. To conclude, the two chat about the upcoming NBA schedule release and their excitement level for the in-season tournament. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/14/20233 hours, 8 minutes, 32 seconds
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Raptors & NBA Social Media Strategy with Tristan Forbes

Host William Lou speaks to former Raptors social content producer Tristan Forbes. They discuss Tristan’s new job working with Fred VanVleet, how the Raptors approached social content strategy, the importance of managing relationships with players, and look behind the scenes on last season’s team. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/11/20231 hour, 28 minutes, 40 seconds
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The August Banter Pod

Will Lou catches up with Alex Wong to recap his Asia trip before the two dive into the latest reporting on trade talks surrounding Pascal Siakam (1:07:00) and if there are any reasons for optimism for the Raptors heading into the 2023-24 season. Later, they answer questions from Twitter and Instagram (1:55:00) on a list of wide-ranging topics. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/9/20233 hours, 37 minutes
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2023 FIBA World Cup Preview for Team Canada

Host William Lou speaks to Jonathan Chen of Raptors Republic about the men’s national team ahead of the 2023 FIBA World Cup. Topics: Will Jamal Murray play? What is Canada’s starting five? Who will be the surprise contributors? What is their path towards 2024 Olympic qualification? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/8/20231 hour, 5 minutes, 23 seconds
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The Story Behind Darko Rajakovic With Eric Koreen

Host Will Lou speaks to Eric Koreen of The Athletic about his insightful feature on new Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic. They discuss Darko’s connections to Sam Presti, how he made his reputation in the States, and why Darko’s people skills are so necessary to the job in Toronto. They also discuss how the Raptors’ rotation might shake out. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/3/20231 hour, 14 minutes, 31 seconds
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6 Make or Break Factors for the 2023-24 Raptors

Host William Lou speaks to Asad Alvi on the six factors this upcoming season hinges on. Those include: Can the Raptors get back to excelling on defense? Will Scottieball work? Can the Raptors replicate what Fred provided? Will luck swing back in their favor in crunch time? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/27/20231 hour, 47 minutes, 10 seconds
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Raptors Final Roster Spots, Canada Basketball and Las Vegas Stories

Host William Lou is joined by Libaan Osman of the Toronto Star and freelance writer Oren Weisfeld. They discuss Gradey Dick and Markquis Nowell’s performances in Summer League, Raptors’ final roster spots, why Dalano Banton moved on, the newest Canadian prospect O-Max Prosper, and also the uncertainty that Nick Nurse left with Team Canada. They wrap up by sharing some stories from Las Vegas. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/24/20231 hour, 24 minutes, 43 seconds
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The July Banter Pod

Will Lou and Alex Wong re-unite to chat about the state of the Raptors, Darko Rajakovic’s dark magic, the team continuing to be in flux before diving into a behind-the-scenes look at summer league in Las Vegas (30:00) including Will’s one-on-one interview with Dennis Schroder, why he didn’t gamble, and his media row experience with Masai Ujiri and Bobby Webster. Later, they chat about this year’s CCYAA Celeb Classic (1:20:00), Will’s in-person meet-ups with Souichi Terada a.k.a. Boston Will Lou and Andy Liu. Finally, they play another round of the Basketball Reference game. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/19/20232 hours, 7 minutes, 57 seconds
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Summer League Takeaways & Pascal Siakam Rumor Mill

Host William Lou goes solo from the 2023 Las Vegas Summer League for the last time. He shares concluding impressions on Gradey Dick, Markquis Nowell, and coach Pat Delaney. Then he discusses the ongoing Pascal Siakam trade rumors from both the player and front office perspective, and other potential moves that might be to come. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/17/20231 hour, 10 minutes, 12 seconds
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1-On-1 With Dennis Schröder

Host William Lou speaks with Raptors point guard Dennis Schröder on his signing day. They discuss Dennis’ connections with Masai Ujiri and Darko Rajakovic, his soccer and skateboarding background, squashing the beef with OG Anunoby, and that Herbie Kuhn is the only PA announcer to pronounce his name correctly. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/13/202324 minutes, 23 seconds
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Rookies Standouts From the Summer League

Host William Lou gives his assessment of the top rookies in the Summer League. He gives a first-hand account of Victor Wembanyama, Brandon Miller, Anthony Black, Bilal Coulibaly, Jarace Walker, Kobe Bufkin and Keyonte George. Will also discuss prospects in Indiana and Atlanta (Benedict Mathurin, Andrew Nembhard, and AJ Griffin) that could be returning in a potential Pascal Siakam trade. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/13/202354 minutes, 40 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Gradey Dick Starts Hot, but Cools off in Crunch Time

Host Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 94-90 loss to the Detroit Pistons in 2023 Las Vegas Summer League. Three stars: Gradey Dick, Mo Gueye, Ron Harper Jr. Gerald Henderson award: Ausar Thompson. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/13/202319 minutes, 37 seconds
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1-On-1 With Raptors Coach Pat Delany and Markquis Nowell

Host William Lou is in Vegas Summer League and catches up with two key figures on the Raptors roster. First, Will interviews Raptors assistant coach Pat Delany (2:40) about working with head coach Darko Rajakovic, tactics for next season, and Pat’s 20-year career in the NBA. Then, Will catches up with point guard Markquis Nowell (15:45) to get his perspective on how he reads the floor, his unique approach to the game, and his favorite point guards in the league. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/12/202330 minutes, 47 seconds
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Is a Pascal Siakam Trade Imminent?

Host Will Lou speaks to Michael Grange of Sportsnet about the latest rumors on the team. They discuss Pascal Siakam in trade talks, updates on a potential extension, locker room issues last season, and Will returns after the break to wrap on the Raptors’ confusing team direction. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/11/202346 minutes, 57 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: First Impressions of Gradey Dick and Marquis Nowell

Host Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 99-75 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Las Vegas Summer League. Three stars: Marquis Nowell, Gradey Dick, DJ Hogg. Gerald Henderson award: Emoni Bates. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/9/202335 minutes, 22 seconds
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1-On-1 With Jakob Poeltl and Jalen McDaniels

Host William Lou speaks to Jalen McDaniels and Jakob Poeltl at Scotiabank Arena! McDaniels (13:45) details his career and shares his starting five of the hardest players to defend. Then, Will speaks with Jakob (17:24) about his free agency process, how he feels the offense will change this year, and about wanting to play with Pascal Siakam. Finally, Will goes solo on the latest reports from Michael Grange on the issues in Toronto’s locker room (27:40), and how the Raptors should approach Pascal Siakam this summer. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/6/20231 hour, 6 minutes, 40 seconds
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Offseason Paths For The Raptors! Clement Chu Q&A

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Dalano Banton signing a two-year contract with the Boston Celtics, the Raptors announcing their coaching staff for next season before diving into the many different off-season paths the team can take this season including making a win-now move in the trade market, standing pat, and pivoting to a rebuild. The two also chat about Dame Lillard’s insistence on landing in Miami and Daryl Morey’s attempt to reconcile with James Harden. Later, they’re joined by Clement Chu of CCYAA (1:02:44) to chat about the impact of Jeremy Lin’s charity work in the local community, scouting Asian hoopers, and the upcoming celeb classic taking place this weekend. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/4/20231 hour, 46 minutes, 30 seconds
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The Two-Hour Free Agency Extravaganza!

Will Lou and Alex Wong start off discussing what will need to be replaced on the court and in the locker room with Fred VanVleet’s departure and what direction this team could potentially go in. Keith Pompey of the Philadelphia Inquirer joins to chat about the trade market for James Harden, what it might mean for Joel Embiid, expectations for Nick Nurse, and if he’s ever tried a Crumbl Cookie (28:33). Later, the two chat with Sean Highkin of The Rose Garden Report about a Dame-to-Toronto trade and the Blazers’ previous interest in O.G. Anunoby and Pascal Siakam (51:17). Finally, Sportnset's Michael Grange joins the program to provide a behind-the-scenes look at how Fred ended up in Houston and discuss Pascal Siakam’s future in Toronto (01:24:08).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/3/20231 hour, 41 minutes, 32 seconds
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Fred Signs With Houston! Dennis Schroder to Toronto and Jakob Poeltl Returns

Will Lou and Alex Wong react to Fred VanVleet’s new three-year, $130M deal with the Houston Rockets and discuss the conversation around the former Raptors starting point guard this season (25:00) before diving into Fred’s legacy with the team (39:00) and sharing their favorite memories from the championship season and his seven-year run with the franchise. Later, they chat about the signing of Dennis Schroder (1:07:00) and how the roster move will impact the rest of the team, Pascal Siakam and O.G. Anunoby’s trade value (1:21:00), Jakob Poeltl returning on a four-year deal (1:31:00) before wrapping up with another segment of the Basketball Reference game (1:46:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/1/20232 hours, 2 minutes, 54 seconds
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2023 NBA Free Agency Primer + Fred-to-Houston Update

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss the latest update on Fred VanVleet potentially heading to Houston in free agency before going around the league and looking at the major storylines for all 30 teams heading into the opening of the free agency period on Friday. The two discuss: the Tobias Harris trade market, what Sacramento can do with their cap space, an assortment of point guard options for the Raptors if Fred leaves, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/29/20231 hour, 21 minutes, 27 seconds
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Fred to Houston? Jakob to San Antonio? Nick Nurse Leaves Team Canada

Will Lou and Alex Wong catch up to discuss Houston’s potential offer to Fred VanVleet in free agency (6:00), the rumours surrounding a potential return to San Antonio for Jakob Poeltl (30:13), and Golden State’s offer for O.G. Anunoby (50:00) before discussing Nick Nurse’s decision to leave Team Canada (53:00). Later, the two discuss wide-ranging topics (1:06:55) including the death of basketball divisions and advance levels of bubble tea before playing another round of the Basketball Reference game. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/28/20231 hour, 40 minutes, 5 seconds
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Can the Raptors Re-Sign Fred VanVleet and Jakob Poeltl?

Host William Lou speaks with Blake Murphy of Sportsnet for a preview of free agency. They discuss Toronto’s budget in re-signing Fred VanVleet and Jakob Poeltl, their possible free agency options, extension possibilities for Gary Trent Jr. and OG Anunoby, and end with a discussion on Blake’s transition to covering the Toronto Blue Jays. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/27/20231 hour, 10 minutes, 17 seconds
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Exclusive Q&A With Gradey Dick

Host William Lou speaks to Toronto Raptors No. 13 pick Gradey Dick after his introductory press conference at OVO practice facility. They discuss his whirlwind 72 hours since being drafted, working with head coach Darko Rajakovic, his development and his process as a prolific shooter, and also dig into flipping the switch between his online persona and his approach to work. Will then returns to share his impressions on Dick’s unveiling. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/26/202327 minutes, 20 seconds
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Who Is Gradey Dick?

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto's decision to select Gradey Dick with the 13th overall pick, how it addresses a weakness on the roster, and what it might signal about the team's direction moving forward before they're joined by Shreyas Laddha of The Kansas City Star (11:25) to chat about how Gradey developed his three-point shot during his childhood and how he embraced being a villain in college. Later, the two chat with Jordan Buskey of The Topeka Capital-Journal (25:47) about the pros and cons in Gradey's game. Finally, Will and Alex chat about Charlotte's decision to draft Brandon Miller and put a ban on any more Dame Lillard talk.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/23/202350 minutes, 28 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Toronto Selects Gradey Dick With No. 13 Pick

Host William Lou reacts to the Toronto Raptors selecting Kansas guard Gradey Dick with the No. 13 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. He discusses Dick’s strengths and weaknesses, how he would potentially fit on the roster, and what this suggests about the direction of the team. He finishes with a thought on Pascal Siakam wanting to remain in Toronto. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/23/202336 minutes, 12 seconds
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NBA Draft Preview! The Latest Raptors Intel with Michael Grange

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss potential selections with the 13th overall pick tonight before diving into key storylines heading into tonight’s draft including who the Hornets will select at number two and whether Portland-Damian Lillard are finally headed for a break up. Later, they’re joined by Sportsnet’s Michael Grange (27:10) to break down the news of MLSE chairman Larry Tanenbaum reportedly looking to sell a share of his holdings, the Raptors' increasingly likely decision to run it back next season, and what he is hearing about Pascal Siakam's trade market and the interest in Fred VanVleet and Jakob Poeltl from around the league. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/22/202350 minutes, 38 seconds
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Siakam and Anunoby Trade Packages With Jake Fischer

Host William Lou talks to Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports about the latest rumors involving the Toronto Raptors. They discuss the interest of Portland and Atlanta in Pascal Siakam (1:00), the market for OG Anunoby, free agency options for Fred VanVleet, and the perception of the Raptors front office. In the second half (23:00), Will reacts to the options available for Siakam and VanVleet, and whether it makes sense for them to return. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/21/202344 minutes, 8 seconds
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Gary Trent Jr. Opts In! Dan Tolzman Media Availability Recap

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss the consumption of NBA rumours in the lead-up to the NBA draft before diving into Gary Trent Jr.’s decision to opt in for next season (15:53) and what it might mean for the team’s cap situation moving forward. Later, the two discuss Raptors assistant general manager Dan Tolzman’s media availability (41:57) and his assessment of the upcoming draft class and how the player development process might change under head coach Darko Rajakovic. Finally, the two share their thoughts on the Bradley Beal trade (58:32) before playing another round of the Basketball Reference Game (1:28:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/20/20231 hour, 58 minutes, 36 seconds
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Raptors’ Options in 2023 NBA Draft With ESPN’s Jeremy Woo

Will Lou speaks to ESPN draft analyst Jeremy Woo about the upcoming 2023 NBA Draft. They discuss various candidates who could be available at No. 13, including Jalen Hood-Schifino, Keyonte George, Kobe Bufkin, Bilal Coulibaly, Cason Wallace, and Brandon Podziemski. They also break down what’s happening at the top of the draft at No. 2 in Charlotte, and if the Raptors have an opening to trade into No. 3 with Portland. Woo also breaks down the special training regime of No. 1 pick Victor Wembanyama, and also how to make it in the business of scouting. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/19/202344 minutes, 2 seconds
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BTS of Darko Rajakovic’s Intro Presser! Bradley Beal On The Move?

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss their main takeaways from Darko Rajakovic’s media tour and whether Scottie Barnes should be expected to take on a larger leadership role this season before diving into a behind-the-scenes look at the new head coach’s introduction at Maple Leaf Square. Later, they touch on Bobby Webster’s comments about the upcoming draft and free agency and Bradley Beal’s trade market this summer before wrapping up with another edition of the Basketball Reference game. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/15/20231 hour, 51 minutes, 7 seconds
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Darko Rajakovic Q&A

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s introductory presser unveiling Darko Rajakovic as the 10th head coach in Raptors franchise history. Later, Darko Rajakovic joins the program (28:09) to chat with Will about his player development role in OKC, Phoenix, and Memphis, specifically the work he did with Jaren Jackson Jr. and Desmond Bane, and his philosophies on working to help players improve over time. They also dive into expectations for Scottie Barnes as he enters Year 3, how he plans to communicate and earn the respect of the roster and how to hold players accountable and address selfishness in the locker room. Finally, the two chat about Rajakovic’s offensive philosophies, the team’s roster construction, what he’s looking for on the coaching staff, and his summer league plans. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/13/202350 minutes, 47 seconds
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Nuggets Win 2023 NBA Title! More Darko Rajakovic Reaction

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Denver’s championship-clinching win over Miami and discuss: Cody Zeller’s one minute of horror on the court, Kyle Lowry’s performance art, Jimmy Butler’s up-and-down Finals appearance, Denver’s impressive 16-4 postseason run and what the title means for Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray. Later, the two discuss Kitchener watch parties, their favorite Blackberry phones, Will and Alex’s respective embarrassing Q&A moments with Masai Ujiri, and Ja Morant’s impending suspension before diving into some more thoughts about what Darko Rajakovic might bring to the Raptors and how he will be evaluated in his first year in Toronto. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/13/20232 hours, 19 minutes
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Inside The Raptors’ Head Coaching Search With Michael Grange

Host William Lou speaks with Michael Grange of Sportsnet. They discuss the hiring of Darko Rajakovic, what he brings to the table, other candidates in the hiring process, how the front office operates, and why they wanted a new voice. Grange also discusses the future of the roster, why Fred VanVleet and Gary Trent Jr. are likely to return, and the chances of a roster teardown by the front office. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/12/202352 minutes, 54 seconds
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Raptors Hire Darko Rajakovic as Head Coach

Host Will Lou goes solo to react to the Toronto Raptors reportedly hiring Darko Rajakovic as head coach. He discusses Darko’s nearly 30 year journey to becoming an NBA head coach, his work as the offensive coordinator in Phoenix, and his recent track record if player development in Memphis. He concludes with a discussion of where the Raptors will go this offseason with the roster. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/10/202331 minutes, 27 seconds
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Friday Mailbag Banter Pod!

Happy Friday! Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss pick-up game faux pas (3:10), their new offseason routine (20:57), and their favourite Raptors Show fan run-ins (30:59) before answering listener questions (37:05) including collecting sports cards growing up, therapy update, throwback jersey culture, how Will mentors his little bro, explaining durian, explaining why Alex prefers Nas over Kendrick Lamar, which Succession character should take over for Masai, why a live stream of Will and Alex won’t work during Raptors games, Kyle Lowry’s HOF case, Alex fails to come up with a new rap intro for the show live on air, does Will want to celebrate his milestones at Milestones, and finally, an in-depth chat on what it would mean for players like Kyle Lowry and Serge Ibaka to one day become part of the organization and their coaching staff.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/9/20233 hours, 11 minutes, 30 seconds
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Finals G3 Recap with Oren Weisfeld! Favourite NBA Off-Season Tropes

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Oren Weisfeld to recap Denver’s impressive G3 win in Miami. They discuss Nikola Jokic’s historic night, Jamal Murray’s shot-making, and what adjustments Miami can make heading into G4. Later, the two discuss the validity of Wilt Chamberlain’s accomplishments, Miami’s celebrity row, and their favourite NBA offseason tropes before analyzing Sergio Scariolo’s travel schedule in June, debating whether James Harden is going to Houston and where Chris Paul might end up next. Finally, they invite Oren to The Basketball Reference Game. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/8/20231 hour, 46 minutes, 10 seconds
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Is Sergio Scariolo a Good Fit as Head Coach of the Raptors?

Host William Lou speaks to Donatas Urbonas of BasketNews and The Urbonas Podcast. They discuss Raptors head coaching candidate Sergio Scariolo’s track record in European competition, what makes his management style unique, and how he would culturally assimilate into the NBA. They also discuss in general the hurdles European coaches face coming to the NBA, and finish with a short discussion of which European prospects could be signed as free agents or drafted. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/7/202336 minutes, 48 seconds
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NBA Finals Game 2 Loosies! LeBron To Dallas? Reviewing 2000-2010 Finals Matchups

Will Lou and Alex Wong break down a few more storylines coming out of G2 of the Finals including Michael Malone’s decision to not call timeout on the final possession and Erik Spoelstra’s post-game comments about turning Nikola Jokic into a scorer. Later, the two discuss reports of Kyrie Irving looking to convince the Dallas Mavericks to trade for LeBron James (44:19) before reviewing every NBA Finals matchup from 2000-2010 and chat about the Shaq-Kobe era, the Pistons’ upset of the Lakers, Dwyane Wade’s iconic 2006 Finals run, who got the biggest glow-up from the 2008 Celtics championship win, and more (53:35). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/6/20231 hour, 33 minutes, 47 seconds
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Finals G2 Recap! Where Is Denver’s Celeb Row?

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Miami’s impressive G2 win in Denver and discuss the Heat’s defensive strategy against Nikola Jokic, Michael Porter Jr. and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope’s disappointing performances, Duncan Robinson’s huge fourth-quarter minutes, and another Heat Culture classic before diving into other key questions about (42:46) Will's off-day routine during the 2019 championship run and an update on Denver’s celebrity row. Later, the two provide another non-update on the Raptors coaching search (1:03:48) before Alex recaps his Death Cab For Cutie concert experience (1:12:19) and names his all-time favorite white bands. Finally, the two play another round of the Basketball Reference game (1:32:48). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/5/20232 hours, 5 minutes, 4 seconds
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Finals G1 Recap! Nick Nurse Introduced In Philadelphia

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Game 1 of the NBA Finals (3:30) and ask other important questions including: will Jimmy Butler wear his “Four More” shirt for the rest of the series if the Heat are swept, will Mark Jackson acknowledge not including Nikola Jokic on his MVP ballot during the Finals, if Bobby Webster has ever been aggregated online, what a Stephen A. Smith basketball variety show titled “Will’s World” would look like, and whether the Nuggets have any actual celebrity fans. Later, the two discuss Premier League kits (53:22), Nick Nurse’s introductory presser in Philadelphia (57:05), provide another update on the Raptors’ coaching search (1:17:27), before diving into a Nuggets-themed Basketball Reference game (1:34:32). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/2/20231 hour, 58 minutes, 17 seconds
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NBA Finals Preview With David Thorpe of TrueHoop

Host Will Lou speaks to longtime NBA development coach David Thorpe of TrueHoop! They reflect on Game 7 between the Heat and Celtics, preview the NBA finals (8:09), discuss what the Raptors should be looking for in their next head coach (33:46), and David gushes over Canadian draft prospect Olivier Maxence-Prosper (50:52), before finishing with a few tips for Will to improve his pick-up game. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/1/20231 hour, 2 minutes, 17 seconds
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Who Should the Raptors Draft at 13?

Host Will Lou speaks with Adam Spinella of The Box And One about the Toronto Raptors’ options ahead of the 2023 NBA draft. They discuss prospects at the No. 13 pick (Keyonte George, Kobe Bufkin, Cidy Sissoko), then discuss if the Raptors should trade up to No. 3 (39:06) for Scoot Henderson, then discuss Scottie Barnes’ second year progression (52:00) and finish with a look at the NBA Finals matchup (58:42) between Miami and Denver. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/31/20231 hour, 11 minutes, 14 seconds
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Miami Wins G7! Nick Nurse To Philadelphia

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Miami’s impressive Game 7 win on the road against Boston and reminisce about the key moments across the seven games in this series and discuss the future of this Boston Celtics team before diving into the Sixers hiring Nick Nurse, Adrian Griffin in Milwaukee, and an update on the Raptors coaching search (46:14). Later, the two discuss the winners and losers of the Succession series finale (1:30:19) before Alex runs the table in his most impressive Basketball Reference game performance to date (2:17:33). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/30/20232 hours, 35 minutes, 47 seconds
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Heat-Celtics G7 Preview with Souichi Terada and Amy Audibert

Alex Wong is joined by Souichi Terada of Masslive.com to chat about Derrick White’s improbable buzzer beater in G6 and how the Celtics have managed to come back in this series, how to spin the AAPI month narrative if Erik Spoelstra and the Heat blow a 3-0 lead, whether Joe Mazzulla has saved his job this week, and inside stories from being on the Celtics beat. Later, Alex talks to Miami Heat analyst Amy Audibert (51:14) about how the team is approaching a Game 7 on the road and her experience covering the WNBA game in Toronto. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/29/20231 hour, 20 minutes, 32 seconds
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Heat Culture In Trouble! How Many Quality Wins Did The Raptors Have This Season?

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Boston’s convincing G5 win and whether they might actually become the first team in NBA history to come back from 3-0. They also ask the important questions including whether Udonis Haslem has a jersey under his hoodie and what would Erik Spoelstra losing this series mean for AAPI month? Later, the two provide another super-exciting coaching search update, chat about LeBron’s potential retirement, debate if Bronny can have a normal NBA career, and ask why the national media struggles to cover certain teams before pulling up the 2022-23 Raptors schedule to see how many actual quality wins they had this season. Finally, they play another round of the Basketball Reference game before giving their predictions for the “Succession” series finale. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/26/20232 hours, 22 minutes, 34 seconds
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Why the Raptors Are Unlikely to Tear Down This Summer

Will Lou talks to Asad Alvi about the Raptors’ team building strategy, and why the overall direction of the team is most likely to keep building rather than full scale tear down. They discuss the developmental progress of Scottie Barnes, work through sign-and-trade scenarios with Fred VanVleet, how OG Anunoby and Pascal Siakam might improve in different roles, and the importance of the head coaching search. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/25/20231 hour, 43 minutes, 58 seconds
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Celtics Stay Alive in ECF! Melo’s Retirement & A Coaching Carousel Update

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Boston’s season-saving G4 win against Miami and discuss Grant Williams, Pokémon Go, Jayson Tatum as a playoff performer, and sports arena names being in their flop era before Will tries to avoid talking about another Raptors head coaching update by detouring into his father playing soccer, the new “Blackberry” movie and the origin story of “The Raptors Show” name. Finally, the two chat about their favorite Carmelo Anthony moments before Alex goes on an all-time run remembering some guys on Basketball Reference. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/24/20231 hour, 54 minutes, 24 seconds
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Nuggets Complete WCF Sweep! Raptors Interview Steve Nash

Will Lou and Alex Wong chat about Denver’s impressive sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers, Tristan Thompson’s G4 cameo, LeBron’s historic first half and Nikola Jokic’s historic playoff run. Later, the two chat about the Celtics’ garbage-time lineup, Joe Mazzulla vs. Jimmy Butler in college, the Raptors interviewing Steve Nash for their head coaching position and which Nick Nurse NN hat colourway would be the most appealing at his next gig. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/23/20231 hour, 16 minutes
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Jamal Murray Leads Nuggets To 2-0 Lead! Should the Raptors Consider A Rebuild?

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Denver's thrilling G2 win over the Los Angeles Lakers and discuss the national media narrative, what the Lakers need from LeBron and AD to get back in the series, Jamal Murray's sensational fourth quarter and Denver as a playoff juggernaut at home. Later, the two discuss the latest reports surrounding Nick Nurse and the 76ers, James Harden to Houston, and whether the Raptors can pursue a rebuild this offseason. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/19/20231 hour, 18 minutes, 31 seconds
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Welcome to Heat Culture Hour! Interview of the Century with Souichi Terada aka Boston Will Lou

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Miami’s Game 1 upset of the Boston Celtics to kick off the Eastern Conference Finals and discuss whether Jimmy Butler is a perfect basketball player (Heat Culture alert). Later, they’re joined by Souichi Terada of Masslive.com to chat about his story of becoming "Boston Will Lou", and shares his perspective ahead of Heat-Celtics Game 2 (28:22). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/18/202350 minutes, 37 seconds
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Draft Lottery Recap! Nuggets Strike First! Heat-Celtics Preview

Will Lou is joined by theScore’s Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond to discuss the draft lottery results from last night, what the Raptors might do with the 13th pick, and Charlotte’s two-decade long run of bad luck, before diving into Denver’s win over the Los Angeles Lakers to open the Western Conference Finals and the most intriguing tactical adjustments heading into Game 2. Later, they preview the Eastern Conference Finals between Boston and Miami (37:51). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/17/202350 minutes, 43 seconds
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Raptors Have A 1% Chance! Sixers Fire Doc Rivers! Lakers-Nuggets Preview

Will Lou and Alex Wong chat about the Sixers’ decision to fire Doc Rivers, discuss which head coaching opening is the most attractive, and look at a potential Nick Nurse-Joel Embiid pairing before diving into the draft lottery tonight and the Raptors having a 1% chance at the first overall pick. Later, the two preview the Western Conference Finals between the Lakers and Nuggets. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.  
5/16/202350 minutes, 20 seconds
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Toronto's WNBA Future with Shireen Ahmed! Sixers Collapse In Game 7

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Shireen Ahmed of CBC Sports to chat about their in-arena experience at the WNBA game in Toronto this weekend and the future of women’s basketball in the city. Later, Will and Alex discuss Monty Williams’ firing in Phoenix before diving into Philadelphia’s G7 collapse in Boston. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/15/20231 hour, 10 minutes, 11 seconds
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The Doc Rivers Curse Lives! What’s Next for the Phoenix Suns?

Will Lou and Alex Wong chat about Boston’s Game 6 win in Philadelphia, Jayson Tatum’s fourth quarter turnaround, and Doc Rivers in series-clinching games, before looking ahead to Phoenix’s offseason. Later, the two chat about the WNBA game in Toronto this weekend and Mark Jackson’s MVP ballot (36:15). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/12/202350 minutes, 42 seconds
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Raptors Coaching Search Update with Michael Grange! Doc Rivers Curse Coming to an End?

Will Lou and Alex Wong talk to Sportsnet’s Michael Grange about the emerging candidates for the Raptors head coaching position including JJ Redick, Becky Hammon and Dwane Casey (??) before diving into the implications of Pascal Siakam missing out on an All-NBA selection. Later, an update on the search for "Boston Will Lou" (39:42). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/11/202350 minutes, 35 seconds
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Can Warriors Make a 3-1 Comeback? The All-Bad Contract Team of the Playoffs

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss the Lakers’ Game 4 win over the Warriors, Lonnie Walker’s remarkable fourth quarter performance, Golden State’s sloppy play down the stretch, the worst contracts in the league, and the history of 3-1 comebacks in the NBA. Later, the two chat about O.G. Anunoby making All-Defensive Second Team and officially convert to "Heat Culture" (34:44). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/9/202350 minutes, 43 seconds
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Devin Booker’s Incredible Playoff Run! When Will Joe Mazzulla Use His Timeouts?

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Phoenix’s Game 4 win over Denver and discuss Devin Booker’s historic playoff run so far, the Landry Shamet curse, and the Nikola Jokic-Mat Ishbia incident. Later, the two chat about the Sixers' overtime win over the Celtics and Joe Mazzulla's season-long trend of saving his timeouts (28:44). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/8/202350 minutes, 35 seconds
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Warriors Bounce Back in G2! Coach Bud Fired!

Will Lou and Alex Wong chat about Golden State’s bounce back performance in G2, Steph Curry’s brilliance, and LeBron’s incredible memory with handshakes before diving into Milwaukee’s decision to fire Mike Budenholzer, how attractive the Bucks job is long-term, and whether it would make sense as a landing spot for Nick Nurse. Later, the two chat about Jeff Van Gundy’s 1995 Honda Civic, NBA players buying Rolex watches for each other, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.  
5/5/202350 minutes, 24 seconds
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Who Is The Championship Favorite?

Will Lou and Alex Wong follow up on their all time playoff series draft from yesterday and discuss some of the favorite series they didn’t get to including the 2019 ECF between the Raptors and Bucks. Later, the two check in on the eight remaining teams in the playoffs, chat about Nikola Jokic’s impressive playoff run so far, and the flaws on Phoenix’s roster. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/4/202350 minutes, 22 seconds
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The May Banter Pod with Andy Liu

Will Lou and Alex Wong look ahead to a fresh start for the Raptors next season before discussing Asian Heritage Month, if they’re taking too many professional photos on social media, a full-length recap of their karaoke night, their bubble tea tasting experience, and Will’s first impressions of Alex’s upcoming book “Prehistoric.” The two then answer listener questions about their favorite songs, food challenges, and where they see themselves in 10 years. Later, the two are joined by Andy Liu of The Light Years Podcast to talk about covering the Warriors, the feedback he gets from the team, his game day routine, growing up in San Francisco, finding his way into the sports media industry, his love of K-Pop, his impressions of Toronto, what Coachella is like, and finally, they draft favorite food items at a Chinese buffet. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/4/20233 hours, 29 minutes, 46 seconds
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The All-Time Playoff Series Draft with James Herbert

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by James Herbert of CBS Sports to chat about the Heat-Knicks series and Game 1 between the Warriors and Lakers. Later, they draft their favorite all-time playoff series from 2001 and on.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/3/202350 minutes, 24 seconds
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Raptors’ Head Coaching Search with C.J. Miles! What's Next For Dillon Brooks?

Will Lou is joined by C.J. Miles of the "Strictly Hoops" podcast to chat about the firing of Nick Nurse, his experience of watching assistant coaches make the jump to the head coaching position, before diving into Celtics-Sixers G1 and Suns-Nuggets G2. Later, Will and Alex Wong chat about the Grizzlies deciding to part ways with Dillon Brooks.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/2/202350 minutes, 18 seconds
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Steph Drops 50 In Game 7! Raptors Coaching Search Continues

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Steph Curry’s all-time performance in Game 7 against the Sacramento Kings and look ahead to their second round matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. Later, the two discuss the coaching candidates for the Raptors head coaching position and Becky Hammon’s potential fit with the franchise.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/1/202350 minutes, 11 seconds
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Fur Coats and Locker Room Culture with Gary Trent Sr.

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Gary Trent Sr. to chat about his fur coat collection, present day NBA fashion, and Dillon Brooks’ trash talk, before diving into how the Raptors can change their culture, the importance of leaders in the locker room, and the importance of role definition and communication within the team. Later, Will and Alex look ahead to a pair of Game 6s tonight (45:32).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/28/202350 minutes, 23 seconds
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Bucks Complete Round 1 Collapse! Warriors-Kings Recap with Andy Liu

Will Lou and Alex Wong chat about Miami’s Game 5 win over the Milwaukee Bucks and break down Mike Budenholzer’s questionable coaching decisions at the end of the game. Later, they’re joined by Andy Liu of the Light Years Podcast to chat about the Warriors’ first round series against the Sacramento Kings. Finally, the two look ahead to tonight’s Celtics-Hawks Game 6 (43:31). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/27/202350 minutes, 40 seconds
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Main Takeaways From the Raptors’ Season! What’s Next for Scottie?

Will Lou is joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to talk about Otto Porter Jr. picking up his player option and the news of Kawhi’s injury, before diving into what approach the new Raptors head coach will need to take with this roster, how the team can rediscover its culture, and how to evaluate Gary Trent Jr. and Precious Achiuwa’s seasons. Later, Will talks to Raptors sideline reporter Savanna Hamilton about Fred VanVleet’s shooting struggles this season, potential options to replace him in free agency, and why Scottie Barnes fell short of expectations in year two (33:03).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/26/202350 minutes, 37 seconds
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Ime Udoka to Houston! Jimmy Scores 56 and LeBron Drops Another Masterpiece

Will Lou and Alex Wong react to the Houston Rockets hiring Ime Udoka as their new head coach, and discuss what it may mean for the Raptors coaching search and where Nick Nurse might end up. Later on, the two look back on Jimmy Butler’s 56-point performance, LeBron’s masterpiece in Game 4 against Memphis, and how Evan Mobley and the Cleveland Cavaliers are faring in the first round against the Knicks (27:07). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/25/202350 minutes, 37 seconds
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Inside Nick Nurse’s Firing with Michael Grange

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Sportsnet’s Michael Grange to chat about the main factors behind Nick Nurse’s firing, including friction between the front office and the head coach over playing time for young players, and tension within the coaching staff. They also dive into potential candidates for the Raptors head coaching job. Later, Will and Alex recap the Kings-Warriors series and look ahead to tonight’s Heat-Bucks game (39:21). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/24/202350 minutes, 29 seconds
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Nick Nurse Fired as Head Coach!

Will Lou and Alex Wong react to Toronto’s firing of head coach Nick Nurse and discuss how the 2022-23 season led to his dismissal, before diving into Masai Ujiri’s end-of-season presser where he chatted about the need to improve the culture around the team, accountability in the organization, and potential changes to the roster moving forward. Later, the two briefly chat about potential candidates for the Raptors head coaching position (43:29).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/21/202350 minutes, 39 seconds
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Round 1 Check-In with Michael Pina! Dillon Brooks-LeBron Rivalry Heats Up

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Michael Pina of the Ringer to discuss LeBron entering a different phase of his postseason career, Dillon Brooks talking trash, the Milwaukee Bucks evening up their series, and Jamal Murray’s impressive performance in Game 2. Later, the two look ahead to tonight’s Golden State-Sacramento game (40:09). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/20/202350 minutes, 32 seconds
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Suns-Clippers Provide Another Classic! Draymond Suspended for Game 3

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Phoenix’s Game 2 win over the Los Angeles Clippers, Devin Booker’s impressive two-way performance, if Kawhi Leonard can carry his team past the first round, and Chris Paul finally ending his 13-game losing streak against Scott Foster. Later, the two chat about O.G. Anunoby becoming part owner of the London Lions, the NBA introducing the in-season tournament next season, Desmond Bane wearing LeBron’s signature sneaker in the Lakers series, and more (37:07)!   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/19/202350 minutes, 33 seconds
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Warriors in Trouble? Key Offseason Decisions for the Raptors

Will Lou and Blake Murphy chat about whether Golden State is in serious trouble down 2-0 to the Sacramento Kings, if Draymond Green crossed the line last night, and if there’s an optimal strategy to defending Joel Embiid in the playoffs. Later, the two discuss Embiid’s comments about Nick Nurse and speculate about the timing of Masai’s end-of-season presser, before diving into the key offseason decisions for the Raptors this summer (29:00).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/18/202350 minutes, 37 seconds
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Recapping the First Weekend of the NBA Playoffs!

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap the eight Game 1s from the weekend and discuss Sacramento's impressive win over Golden State, concerns about Kevin Durant and the Suns in their playoff debut, and Rui Hachimura's breakout game in Memphis. Later, the two chat about Giannis's injury, Jalen Brunson's crunch-time performance against Cleveland, and Brooklyn's defensive strategy against Joel Embiid (33:21). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/17/202350 minutes, 37 seconds
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First Round Predictions! Fred VanVleet On Team's New Identity

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Fred VanVleet's comments about the Raptors needing a new identity, what Scottie Barnes has to improve on, and other takeaways from the Raptors' end of season interviews. Later, the two make their first round predictions, and discuss why the Warriors should be favored against Sacramento and who they think will make the NBA Finals (28:19). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/14/202350 minutes, 37 seconds
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Raptors-Bulls Recap! Nick Nurse's End of Season Interview

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto's disappointing end to the season in the Play-In Tournament, all of their flaws coming to the forefront in the most critical game of the year, and Diar DeRozan distracting the Raptors into missing 18 free throws. Later, the two react to Nick Nurse's end of season interview, specifically his comments about his future with the organization (33:45).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/13/202350 minutes, 47 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Missing 18 Free Throws for Miserable Loss in Play-In

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 109-105 loss to the Chicago Bulls for the play-in game. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Fred VanVleet, Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Diar DeRozan. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/13/202336 minutes, 37 seconds
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Play-In Tournament Day 1 Recap! Raptors-Bulls Predictions

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to recap last night’s Play-In games and chat about Miami's upset win at home, Kyle Lowry’s surprising performance, a wild finish in Los Angeles, and a look ahead to a Lakers-Grizzlies first round series. In the second segment, Will, Alex and Vivek make their predictions about tonight's Raptors-Bulls game (27:01). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/12/202350 minutes, 26 seconds
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Play-In Tournament Preview with Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond

Will Lou is joined by theScore's Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond to chat about the key storylines that will determine the winner of Raptors-Bulls tomorrow and whether Nick Nurse will trust his bench. Later, they discuss tonight's game between Miami and Atlanta and what a Trae Young trade to Toronto might look like. In the second segment, the trio preview the two Play-In games in the West, chat about the lack of leadership in Minnesota's locker room, why the Lakers should be considered legitimate contenders to win it all, and more (33:23). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/11/202350 minutes, 40 seconds
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Raptors-Bulls Preview with Steph Noh! Rudy Gobert Suspended For Play-In Game

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap the end of Toronto’s regular season and look ahead to the Play-In Tournament, before diving into the league’s investigation of the Mavericks’ blatant tank job and the Timberwolves’ suspending Rudy Gobert after his scuffle with teammate Kyle Anderson. Later, they’re joined by Steph Noh of The Sporting News to preview the Raptors-Bulls matchup, Toronto’s defensive strategy against DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine, how Pascal Siakam might fare against the Bulls’ frontcourt, and more (30:18)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/10/202350 minutes, 35 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: 905 Gets to Show Out in Game 82

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 121-105 win over the Milwaukee Bucks. Three stars: Malachi Flynn, Dalano Banton, Precious Achiuwa. Gerald Henderson award: MarJon Beauchamp. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/9/202324 minutes, 13 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Toronto Embarrass Themselves in No-Show vs. Celtics

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 121-102 loss to the Boston Celtics. Three stars: Nobody. Gerald Henderson award: The entire Celtics team. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/8/202334 minutes, 17 seconds
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NBA Regular Season Awards! Revisiting Over/Under Win Totals

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss who should win the major NBA individual awards including All-NBA, All-Defensive Team, Coach of the Year and more. Later, J.R. Manatad drops by to discuss Scottie Barnes’ conversation with his teammates about rizz. Later, Will and Alex look back on their preseason over/under win totals, and sort though the biggest overachievers and disappointing teams around the league (30:30). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/7/202350 minutes, 36 seconds
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Raptors-Celtics Recap! Jeff Dowtin Jr. Two-Way Contract Watch

Will Lou and Alex Wong chat about Toronto's latest disappointing road performance in Boston and recap a continuing trend of losing winnable games away from home, before diving into Jeff Dowtin Jr.'s contract situation. Later, the two discuss the race to avoid the Phoenix Suns in the first round and look ahead to potential playoff matchups in the East (37:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/6/202350 minutes, 11 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Guards Combine for 7 Points in Rough Loss to Celtics

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 97-93 loss to the Boston Celtics. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Scottie Barnes, Precious Achiuwa. Gerald Henderson award: Malcolm Brogdon The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/6/202330 minutes, 39 seconds
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Raptors-Hornets Recap! How Athletes Deal With Social Media Criticism

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s second consecutive win in Charlotte, Will Barton’s best game as a Raptor, whether the team will convert Jeff Dowtin Jr.’s two-way contract before the end of the season, and an update on the Play-In tournament. Later, the two discuss Fred VanVleet’s interview with C.J. Miles and how modern day athletes deal with social media criticism (29:19). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/5/202350 minutes, 32 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Will Barton Steps up in Blowout Win

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 120-100 win over the Charlotte Hornets. Three stars: OG Anunoby, Pascal Siakam, Will Barton. Gerald Henderson award: Svi Mykhailuk. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/5/202328 minutes, 29 seconds
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David Thorpe Talks Potential Coaching Change and Yi Jianlian Stories!

Will Lou is joined by TrueHoop’s David Thorpe to discuss what the Raptors might look for in a new head coach, his out-of-the-box picks to potentially replace Nick Nurse, evaluating Pascal’s performance this season, who the Raptors might prefer to face in the play-in tournament, and taking Yi Jianlian to P.F. Chang’s. Later, Will and Alex preview tonight’s matchup against the Charlotte Hornets (41:26).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/4/202350 minutes, 27 seconds
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Is This the End for Nick Nurse?

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s weekend games against Philadelphia and Charlotte highlighted by Fred’s franchise-record 20 assist game against the Hornets, before diving into Nick Nurse’s comments about his future with the Raptors and his follow-up response on Sunday. Later, they’re joined by Sportsnet's Michael Grange for a behind-the-scenes look at the chatter about Nick’s future with the team, the head coach’s relationship with the front office and the key players on the roster, how this might impact Team Canada, and potential candidates to replace Nick (26:32).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/3/202350 minutes, 37 seconds
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The April Mini-Banter Pod

Will Lou and Alex Wong get together on a Sunday evening to chat about Nick Nurse becoming the main character of this Raptors season before diving into a behind-the-scenes look at their live event with Bobby Webster. Also included in this mini-banter pod: a running commentary of a Mavericks-Hawks game, a Loga’s Corner story, Bobby discovering Hong Shing, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/3/20231 hour, 39 minutes, 21 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: VanVleet Sets Franchise Record With 20 Assists

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 128-108 win over the Charlotte Hornets. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, Pascal Siakam, OG Anuoby. Gerald Henderson award: Svi Myhailiuk The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/2/202333 minutes, 16 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Comeback Fails After Allowing 77 in First Half

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 117-110 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, OG Anunoby, Jakob Poeltl. Gerald Henderson award: Jalen McDaniels. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/1/202339 minutes, 59 seconds
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NBA Awards Voting with Michael Pina! Nick Nurse to Houston?

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by The Ringer’s Michael Pina to chat about the Bucks and Celtics battling for top spot in the East, the Raptors as a potentially dangerous first-round opponent, the MVP race, if O.G. Anunoby is on his All-Defensive Team, and where Pascal stands in the All-NBA voting. Later, Will and Alex discuss the latest round of rumours surrounding Nick Nurse to Houston and preview tonight’s Raptors-Sixers game (29:20). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/31/202350 minutes, 44 seconds
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Reflecting on Eric Khoury’s First Year With Raptors 905

Will Lou catches up with Raptors 905 head coach Eric Khoury. The two reflect on how his first season as head coach went, the difficulties of the profession, the thinking behind the Raptors' tactics, how to prepare for games, and the process of planning practices and timeouts. Khoury also gives his thoughts on how Jeff Dowtin Jr., Dalano Banton, Christian Koloko and Ron Harper Jr. can translate their success over to the NBA level. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/30/202355 minutes, 26 seconds
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Raptors-Heat Recap! All-Time Dunk Contest Gaffes

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s decisive victory over Miami and chat about Scottie Barnes’ impressive showing, an exceptional showing from the offence, Kyle Lowry making another return to Toronto, and more. Later, the two discuss some of the all-time dunk contest gaffes and what Fred and O.G. enjoy about Toronto during the offseason (34:45). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/29/202349 minutes, 58 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Pascal, O.G., Scottie Dominate Heat

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 106-92 win over the Miami Heat. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, OG Anunoby. Gerald Henderson award: Tyler Herro. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/29/202332 minutes, 56 seconds
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What is Heat Culture? Nick Nurse's Future in Toronto

Will Lou is joined by Amy Audibert and Jason Jackson of the Miami Heat broadcast crew to preview tonight's matchup against the Raptors and chat about what's gone right and wrong for the Heat this season, what's really behind "Heat Culture", if Kyle Lowry is the greatest Raptor of all-time, and Jimmy Butler's love of Nickelback. Later, Will and Alex talk organizational culture and Nick Nurse's future with the team (29:49). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/28/202350 minutes, 23 seconds
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Raptors-Wizards Recap! The LeBron James of Feet?

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s weekend victories over Detroit and Washington, and discuss Scottie and Precious’s return to the lineup, Christian Koloko’s scoreless masterpiece, and Jeff Dowtin Jr. as the backup guard option. Later, the two chat about whether media members should be responsible for impacting players’ earning potentials, Joel Embiid’s comments on the MVP race, and LeBron James finding the “LeBron James of Feet” (34:12). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/27/202350 minutes, 25 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: O.G. Anunoby Starts and Finishes Strong

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 114-104 win over the Washington Wizards. Three stars: OG Anunoby, Jakob Poeltl, Fred VanVleet. Gerald Henderson award: Deni Advija The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/27/202326 minutes, 22 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Jeff Dowtin Makes the Most of Extended Minutes

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 118-97 win over the Detroit Pistons. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Chris Boucher, Jeff Dowtin. Gerald Henderson award: Jaden Ivey. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates
3/25/202324 minutes, 36 seconds
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Raptors Excitement Level Check! Make or Miss Friday

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Savanna Hamilton to chat about Raps City Social, the East play-in race, O.G. making the All-Defensive Team, expectations for Fred and Scottie the rest of the season. Later, the two play Make or Miss and chat about Charlotte Hornets games for $1, Patrick Beverley teaching James Harden his signature step-back, and more (31:58). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/24/202350 minutes, 30 seconds
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The March Banter Pod with Elaine Quan

Will Lou and Alex Wong get together for a personal life update before diving into how their approach to work has changed over their careers, proper tipping etiquette, and their recent Scotiabank Arena pick-up runs. Later, they’re joined by Elaine Quan to chat about working with the Toronto Raptors during their first season, her favorite memories from the early days of the franchise, having dinner with Michelle Yeoh and becoming friends with Samuel L. Jackson, her biggest pet peeve, favorite sports memories, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/24/20232 hours, 52 minutes, 58 seconds
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Raptors-Pacers Recap! Michael Grange's Practice Report

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap another disappointing loss for the Raptors against the Indiana Pacers and chat about their lack of focus on defensive, fourth quarter struggles, inability to find a back-up guard option, and all the same recurring themes throughout this inconsistent season. Later, Sportsnet's Michael Grange joins the program for a report from Raptors practice, before discussing the future of this core group, why the acquisition of Jakob Poeltl hasn’t made an overall impact on the team’s record, and revisits the decision to trade a first rounder for Thad Young (31:12).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/23/202350 minutes, 36 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Disappointment Yet Again in Must-Win Game

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 118-111 loss to the Indiana Pacers. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Jakob Poeltl, Malachi Flynn. Gerald Henderson award: Andrew Nembhard. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/23/202337 minutes, 16 seconds
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The “Matt Devlin Tries His First Bubble Tea” Episode

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss the importance of the Raptors' upcoming four-game homestand, before ranking the team's potential play-in opponents and discussing the matchups against Brooklyn, Miami, Atlanta, and Chicago. Later, play-by-play voice Matt Devlin drops by the studio to try his first-ever bubble tea and chat about the optimism surrounding the Raptors entering the final few weeks of the regular season (27:49). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/22/202351 minutes, 8 seconds
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What's Behind the Fourth Quarter Struggles?

Will Lou is joined by Blake Murphy to dive into why the team has struggled in the fourth quarter this season, whether the team needs to adjust their offensive strategy and what other factors are contributing to this season-long problem. Later, the two discuss the team’s inability to find a second point guard and O.G. Anunoby's one-of-a-kind defence (33:02).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/21/202350 minutes, 44 seconds
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Raptors-Bucks Recap! Behind the Scenes of O.G.'s New Commercial

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto's loss in Milwaukee on Sunday and chat about Precious returning to the rotation, O.G.'s two-way play, and the Raptors continuing to have a problem at back-up point guard. Later, they're joined by radio colour analyst Paul Jones to discuss the team's play since the trade deadline, the recurring fourth quarter struggles, and shares a behind the scenes look at his cameo in O.G.'s new commercial (29:39)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/20/202350 minutes, 34 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Not Perfect Enough to Upset Bucks

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 118-111 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Three stars: OG Anunoby, Fred VanVleet, Precious Achiuwa. Gerald Henderson award: Brook Lopez. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/20/202335 minutes, 17 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Fred VanVleet and Pascal Siakam Lead the Way

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 122-107 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, Pascal Siakam, Gary Trent Jr. Gerald Henderson award winner: Naz Reid. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/19/202335 minutes, 2 seconds
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Raptors-Thunder Recap! The Bubble (Randomly) Revisited

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto's impressive win over the Thunder and chat about Pascal's bounce-back performance, Nick's decision to play Christian Koloko and Precious Achiuwa, and how many bench players the Raptors will need to perform for the play-in tournament, before randomly revisiting the NBA bubble series against the Celtics. Later, the Friday fan shoutouts return! The two chat about Michael Jordan selling the Hornets, Jimmy Butler listening to Nickelback, and more (36:35)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/17/202350 minutes, 49 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Siakam Returns to Form in Comfortable Win Over OKC

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 128-111 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Fred VanVleet, Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Tre Mann. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/17/202334 minutes, 17 seconds
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Can O.G. Make the All-Defensive Team?

Will Lou is joined by theScore’s Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond to chat about Jakob Poeltl’s impact on the Raptors since the trade deadline and why the bench has been so terrible of late, before diving into O.G. Anunoby's case for Defensive Player of the Year and All-Defensive Team. Later, they look ahead to tonight’s matchup against the OKC Thunder and discuss Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s impressive season (35:31).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/16/202350 minutes, 30 seconds
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Jakob Poeltl Q&A

Will lou sits down with Raptors centre Jakob Poeltl to chat about whether he was expecting to be moved at the trade deadline, what it’s like to rejoin the organization that drafted him, how he developed his game in San Antonio with Tim Duncan and Gregg Popovich, how Fred and Pascal have matured, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/15/202314 minutes, 59 seconds
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Raptors-Nuggets Recap! Interview with Jakob Poeltl

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to recap Toronto’s win over the Denver Nuggets, why the starting lineup has been dominant of late, expectations for the remainder of the season, Pascal’s mini-slump, and Red Panda’s iconic halftime performance. Later, Will sits down with Raptors centre Jakob Poeltl to chat about whether he was expecting to be moved at the trade deadline, what it’s like to rejoin the organization that drafted him, how he developed his game in San Antonio with Tim Duncan and Gregg Popovich, how Fred and Pascal have matured, and more (31:52)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/15/202350 minutes, 17 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Fred VanVleet Leads Raptors to Win Over Nuggets

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 125-110 win over the Denver Nuggets. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, Jakob Poeltl, Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Michael Porter Jr. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/15/202333 minutes, 29 seconds
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The MVP Debate with James Herbert

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by James Herbert of CBS Sports to discuss the Most Valuable Player award race. They break down the case for Nikola Jokic to win his third straight MVP, why Joel Embiid might be closing the gap and becoming a potential favorite to win the award, and the argument for Giannis Antetokounmpo to win the award. Later, Will and Alex discuss the other potential award categories and preview Toronto's matchup against Denver (41:32). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/14/202350 minutes, 35 seconds
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1-4 Road Trip Recap! 2023 Raptors Bingo Card

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto's 1-4 road trip and dive into their fourth quarter troubles this season, Gary Trent Jr. and Pascal Siakam's recent struggles, O.G. Anunoby's impressive two-way play of late, and Scottie Barnes' career-high in Los Angeles. Later, Will and Alex recap the Oscars and create a bingo card for the 2022-23 Raptors (36:43). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/13/202350 minutes, 34 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Bench Spoil O.G. and Scottie’s Great Games in L.A.

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 122-112 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. Three stars: OG Anunoby, Scottie Barnes, Jakob Poeltl. Gerald Henderson award: D’Angelo Russell. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/11/202336 minutes, 50 seconds
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Make or Miss Friday! Freddy's 30k Fine

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Fred VanVleet's $30k fine, before diving into why the Raptors season has been so underwhelming, the questions that remain about the roster, and if the team's roster building vision has failed. Later, the two chat about the Draymond Green-Dillon Brooks beef, and go around the league on a number of 'Make or Miss' topics (31:17). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/10/202350 minutes, 15 seconds
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The L.A. Episode with Dave McMenamin & Dan Woike

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by ESPN’s Dave McMenamin to chat about Fred VanVleet’s post-game rant towards referee Ben Taylor and player-ref relationships around the league, before diving into the Lakers’ ceiling in the West and Dave’s origin story as an NBA.com writer. Later, Dan Woike of the LA Times drops by to chat about sitting next to Will and Alex during the 2019 Finals, what he remembers about the Clippers’ pursuit of Kawhi Leonard, and Darvin Ham’s first season at the helm of the Lakers (29:06). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/9/202350 minutes, 37 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Outclassed vs. Kawhi Again

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 108-100 loss to the LA Clippers. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, OG Anunoby, Chris Boucher. Gerald Henderson award: Terence Mann. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/9/202338 minutes, 56 seconds
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Who Are the Real Contenders in the West?

Will Lou and Alex Wong preview tonight's Raptors-Clippers matchup and discuss who they believe are the real contenders in the Western Conference. Later, they're joined by Lindsay Dunn of CityNews to chat about tonight's Raptors 905 all-women's broadcast, before previewing the upcoming WNBA game coming to Toronto (29:54). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/8/202350 minutes, 23 seconds
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Scott Foster Drops a Masterpiece! Toronto’s Problems in the Clutch

Will Lou is joined by Blake Murphy to chat about the controversial finish in Denver involving Scott Foster, Nick Nurse's reputation with referees around the league, O.G. Anunoby’s defence against Nikola Jokic, Fred VanVleet and Jakob Poeltl’s offensive chemistry, and why Pascal Siakam’s play has slipped of late. Later, Oren Weisfeld of Raptors Republic joins the program to give his in-person impressions of Scoot Henderson, Leonard Miller, and Jeff Dowtin Jr. from last night’s Raptors 905 game (32:48). Finally, Will and Blake discuss Toronto’s ongoing problems in crunch time. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/7/202350 minutes, 29 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Painful Loss to the Nuggets

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 118-113 loss to the Denver Nuggets. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, Jakob Poeltl, OG Anunoby. Gerald Henderson award: Scott Foster. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/7/202333 minutes, 34 seconds
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Raptors Split a Pair in Washington!

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap a fun weekend of sports before getting into Toronto’s up-and-down weekend in Washington, how the Raptors can optimize Gary Trent Jr.’s role off the bench, Fred VanVleet’s bounce-back performance, and how the team can find some consistency down the stretch. Later, Mike Prada of The Athletic joins the program to chat with Will about the Raptors-Wizards matchup and Toronto’s approach to on-ball defence (28:30).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/6/202350 minutes, 2 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Fred VanVleet Delivers in OT Win

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 116-109 win over the Washington Wizards in overtime. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, Gary Trent Jr., Pascal Siakam. Gerald Henderson award: Delon Wright. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/5/202335 minutes, 51 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Losing in Frustrating Fashion to the Wizards

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 119-108 loss to the Washington Wizards. Three stars: Jakob Poeltl, OG Anunoby, Chris Boucher. Gerald Henderson award: Kyle Kuzma The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/3/202333 minutes, 52 seconds
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Around the NBA with Michael Pina!

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Michael Pina of The Ringer to discuss Kevin Durant’s debut with Phoenix, why the Suns remind him of the 2019 Raptors championship team, the Knicks as the surprise team in the East, what this postseason run will say about James Harden, and if there are any ways to fix the NBA regular season. Later, Will and Alex discuss rising ticket prices at Scotiabank Arena and preview Raptors-Wizards (42:58). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/2/202350 minutes, 35 seconds
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Raptors-Bulls Recap! Will Barton Joins the Playoff Push

Will Lou is joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to recap Toronto's crucial win over Chicago at home and discuss the role definition for this fully-healthy team, Nick Nurse's closing lineup options, and how Gary and Precious will adjust to coming off the bench again. Later, the two chat about Will Barton's role on the team for the rest of the season and bid farewell to Juancho Hernangomez (31:26).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/1/202350 minutes, 33 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Scottie Barnes and O.G. Anunoby Lock Down in the 4th

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 104-98 win over the Chicago Bulls. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, OG Anunoby, Pascal Siakam. Gerald Henderson award: Andre Drummond. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/1/202330 minutes, 52 seconds
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Starting Lineup Decisions! Play-In Tournament Update

It’s the return of Blake Murphy Tuesday! Will and Blake discuss the most likely candidates to return to the bench with Fred VanVleet returning to the starting lineup, what the closing five might look like for the rest of the season, and an assessment on Jeff Dowtin Jr. as a solution at back-up point guard. Later, the two take an in-depth look at the Play-In Tournament race and how the new collective bargaining agreement might affect the Raptors (35:03).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/28/202350 minutes, 32 seconds
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Weekend Recap! $10,000 Poker Tournament and Wilt's 100-Point Record!

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto's up-and-down weekend against Detroit and Cleveland, what the Raptors are missing without Fred VanVleet, and which starters can step up in his absence. Later, the two discuss whether they would participate in a $10,000 poker tournament at All-Star weekend, and predict if Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point record will ever be broken (33:20).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/27/202350 minutes, 29 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Donovan Mitchell Exacts Revenge in Blowout Win vs. Raptors

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 118-93 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Jakob Poeltl, Jeff Dowtin. Gerald Henderson award: Isaac Okoro. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/27/202334 minutes, 57 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Siakam Drags Raptors Past Finish Line in Grimy Win Over Pistons

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 95-91 win over the Detroit Pistons. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Jakob Poeltl, Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Marvin Bagley III The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/25/202331 minutes, 48 seconds
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Raptors-Pelicans Recap! Caribbean Heritage Night Highlights!

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto’s win over the New Orleans Pelicans including Chris Boucher’s (inside the) free throw line dunk, Jakob Poeltl’s fourth quarter play, and Jeff Dowtin Jr.’s surprise contribution off the bench, before diving into their highlights from Caribbean Heritage Night at the arena. Later, the two discuss the impact of recent buyout signings around the league including Russell Westbrook, Patrick Beverley, and Kevin Love (41:37). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/24/202350 minutes, 36 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Jakob Poeltl Saves the Day in Thriller vs. Pelicans

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 115-110 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Jakob Poeltl, Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Brandon Ingram. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/24/202335 minutes, 43 seconds
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Gary Trent Jr. Q&A

Will Lou talks to Gary Trent Jr. about meeting expectations this season, how he's worked on his mid-range game, starting vs. coming off the bench, his scouting report of Gary Trent Sr., growing up in NBA locker rooms, setting an example for his younger siblings, the biggest misconception about his game, vintage or designer, his GOAT rapper, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/23/202317 minutes, 37 seconds
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Gary Trent Jr. One-on-One Interview! Can the Raptors Make the Top-Six?

Will Lou sits down with Gary Trent Jr. to chat about whether he's met his expectations this season, starting versus coming off the bench, how he's trying to expand his fame, his scouting report of Gary Trent Sr., and more! Later, Will and Alex discuss what the Raptors' starting lineup should be for the rest of the season and if the team can realistically get out of the play-in tournament (34:55). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/23/202350 minutes, 26 seconds
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The February Banter Pod with Trevor Lui

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Superfresh's Trevor Lui to chat about his upbringing in Toronto, meeting the expectations of his parents, his career journey, dealing with Asian shame growing up, how the pandemic changed his personal and private life, how much money "The Raptors Show" has brought to Superfresh, his semi-pro soccer career, being a day-one Raptor fan, his review of Will and Alex as hoopers, what it was like to play in the World Series of Poker main event. Later, they answer listener questions and draft their favorite dim-sum items, ways to fix All-Star weekend, first viral Internet moments, the perfect hot pot sauce recipe, best screen-setters of all-time, favorite lunch spots at the office, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/22/20232 hours, 23 minutes, 37 seconds
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NBA All-Star Weekend Preview!

On this special All-Star Weekend episode, we draft the 2023 All-Stars, provide rap intros for every single player, discuss whether Guillermo from Jimmy Kimmel will hit a corner three in the celebrity game, if the skills challenge should be replaced by a poker game, who they like for the three-point contest and if the dunk contest is worth watching anymore.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/17/202350 minutes, 41 seconds
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C.J. Miles on “Open Gym” Memories, Bench Mob Reunion, and more!

Will Lou is joined by C.J. Miles, former NBA player and host of “Strictly Hoops”, to reminisce about his “Open Gym” episode on the birth of his daughter Ava, real friendships that exist in NBA locker rooms, how Jakob Poeltl has improved since his rookie season, why NBA offences are skyrocketing this season, his music career, and his favourite Mehmet Okur story. Later, Alex drops by for an early preview of All-Star Weekend (43:33)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/16/202350 minutes, 31 seconds
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Highlights and Lowlights of the 2022-23 Raptors Season with Joseph Casciaro

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by theScore's Joseph Casciaro to discuss the Raptors' win over the Orlando Magic and Jakob Poeltl's historic night, before diving into the highlights and lowlights of the Raptors season so far. Later, the trio discuss their most interesting teams and players for the rest of the season and each make one bold prediction (34:50). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/15/202350 minutes, 32 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Jakob Poeltl Scores 30 With 6 Blocks in Gritty Win

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 123-113 win over the Orlando Magic. Three stars: Jakob Poeltl, Pascal Siakam, Fred VanVleet. Gerald Henderson award: Jalen Suggs. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/15/202334 minutes, 52 seconds
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TrueHoop Tuesday with David Thorpe!

Will Lou is joined in-studio by TrueHoop’s David Thorpe to chat about his recent comments about Nick Nurse’s future with the team, how modern-day coaches are struggling to communicate with players today, diagnosing what has gone wrong with the Raptors’ defence this season, and why certain NBA teams have a better track record with player development than others. Later, Will and Alex Wong chat about in-arena proposals on Valentine’s Day and preview tonight’s Raptors-Magic matchup (39:57).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/14/202350 minutes, 31 seconds
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Weekend Recap! Early Impressions of Jakob Poeltl

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap the first two post-trade deadline games for the Raptors, and focus in on Toronto's fourth quarter collapse against Utah, the subtle ways Jakob Poeltl has impacted both ends of the floor so far, and the narrative surrounding Fred VanVleet's shot selection. Later, the two chat about the roster for the upcoming celebrity game at All-Star Weekend, and Precious Achiuwa's new role for the rest of the season (30:55). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/13/202350 minutes, 31 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Hang On for Narrow Win Over Pistons

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 119-118 win over the Detroit Pistons. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Fred VanVleet, Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Alec Burks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/12/202336 minutes, 54 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Begin Post-deadline Push With Another Horrible Collapse

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 122-116 loss to the Utah Jazz. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Gary Trent Jr., Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Talen Horton-Tucker. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/11/202331 minutes, 33 seconds
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The Day After the Trade Deadline with Vivek Jacob

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined in-studio by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to chat about the Jakob Poeltl trade, Masai's patience and the long-term direction of the team. Later, they discuss Pascal Siakam being named an All-Star replacement and their expectations for the rest of the season (34:57). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/10/202350 minutes, 31 seconds
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The Two-Hour Trade Deadline Special!

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined in-studio by Producer J.R. Manatad as they react to the Raptors trading for Jakob Poeltl, the draft capital they gave up, and what it means for this season and beyond. Later, the two break down the trades around the league, discuss Kevin Durant to Phoenix and the changing Western Conference landscape (30:36). In the second hour, they’re joined by Michael Grange to react to the Raptors mostly standing pat at the deadline and what it means for this summer (01:00:52). Finally, Blake Murphy drops by to talk about Toronto’s timeline moving forward and the team’s cap situation heading into the offseason (01:22:23).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/9/20231 hour, 40 minutes, 5 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Pascal Siakam Returns to Form With 37-Point Game

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 112-98 win over the San Antonio Spurs. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Chris Boucher, Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Doug McDermott. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/9/202325 minutes, 1 second
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One Day Until the Trade Deadline! LeBron Breaks All-Time Scoring Record

Will Lou and Alex Wong chat about their expectations for the trade deadline, LeBron’s record-setting night and which all-time NBA records are the most impressive. Later on, the two dive into the latest trade rumours surrounding the Raptors, if Toronto and Brooklyn are the right trade partners for each other, and the most interesting teams around the league ahead of the deadline (38:16). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. 
2/9/202350 minutes, 19 seconds
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Two Days Until the Deadline! VanVleet for Dinwiddie? Jalen Suggs to Toronto?

Will Lou is joined in-studio by Blake Murphy to chat about Pascal’s much-talked-about office meeting with Masai at practice, before diving into potential trade scenarios with the Nets involving Spencer Dinwiddie, Cam Thomas, and Nik Claxton, and the idea of Scottie Barnes and Jalen Suggs teaming up in Toronto. Later, the two discuss Blake’s annual trade deadline column and sort through the best potential trades on the market for the Raptors (39:20). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/7/202350 minutes, 29 seconds
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Road Trip Recap! Trade Rumour Round-Up

Will Lou and Alex Wong look back on Toronto's seven-game road trip and discuss their expectations for the trade deadline this week. Later, the two chat about Kyrie Irving being traded to Dallas, the ripple effects of the deal, and whether Toronto and Brooklyn might be trade partners as the deadline approaches (25:26). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/6/202350 minutes, 27 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Scottie Barnes Comes up Clutch on Both Ends in Comeback Win

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 106-103 win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Thad Young, Chris Boucher. Gerald Henderson award: Santi Aldama The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/6/202331 minutes, 45 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Overcoming a Sluggish Start for Routine Win Over Rockets

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 117-111 win over the Houston Rockets. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, Gary Trent Jr., Chris Boucher. Gerald Henderson award: Eric “3G” Gordon The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/4/202331 minutes, 25 seconds
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Gary Trent Sr. Makes His Return! Pascal Snubbed From All-Star Team

Will Lou and Alex Wong welcome back Gary Trent Sr. to the show to chat about the Raptors’ performance this season, Gary Trent Jr. bouncing back from his early-season struggles, dealing with trade rumours, his comments about Brook Lopez, and his thoughts on Shannon Sharpe confronting the Memphis Grizzlies. Later, Will and Alex discuss Kyrie Irving’s trade request and Pascal Siakam being snubbed from the All-Star team (42:42). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/3/202350 minutes, 31 seconds
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The (Belated) January Banter Pod!

Will Lou and Alex Wong catch up and chat about covering this frustrating Raptors season, Will meeting Alex’s nephews for the first time, and behind-the-scenes stories from the radio booth. Later, they dive into listener e-mails and questions about the one meal they would have for the rest of their lives, their most memorable “waiting in line for something” experiences in Toronto, Will turning 30, tipping etiquette, favourite basketball shoes to hoop in, explaining inside jokes on the show, receiving red pockets on Lunar New Year, if they would want Bobby Webster’s job, and more.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/3/20233 hours, 7 minutes, 10 seconds
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O.G. Anunoby Trade Proposals with James Herbert

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto’s loss to Utah and address the latest rumours surrounding Memphis and New Orleans’ interest in O.G. Anunoby. Later, James Herbert of CBS Sports joins the program to provide his best O.G. trade proposals (31:00).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/2/202350 minutes, 27 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Losing the Game Despite Taking 27 More Shots

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 131-128 loss to the Utah Jazz. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, Gary Trent Jr., Chris Boucher. Gerald Henderson award: Walker Kessler. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/2/202333 minutes, 44 seconds
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Trade Deadline Primer with Michael Grange

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Sportsnet's Michael Grange ahead of the trade deadline to chat about O.G. Anunoby's market interest, Gary Trent Jr.'s value, Nick Nurse's future, and more! Later, Will and Alex preview tonight's Raptors-Jazz matchup as Toronto's road trip rolls on (33:00) The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/1/202350 minutes, 32 seconds
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Are the Raptors Trading O.G. Anunoby?

Will Lou is joined in-studio by Blake Murphy to discuss the latest trade deadline reporting on the Raptors taking calls on O.G. Anunoby, what the potential trade packages might look like, if the team should have any interest in Deandre Ayton, and why O.G. might want out of Toronto.  Later, the two recap last night’s loss in Phoenix, Pascal’s up-and-down play this month, and why the starters have logged so many minutes over the past several seasons (34:00).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/31/202350 minutes, 30 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Battled Hard but Came Up Short in Phoenix

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 114-106 loss to the Phoenix Suns. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, Scottie Barnes, Precious Achiuwa. Gerald Henderson award: Mikal Bridges. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/31/202334 minutes, 5 seconds
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Which Raptors Are Trending Up! More O.G. Trade Rumours?

Will Lou is joined by Alex Wong to chat about Toronto's up-and-down weekend against Golden State and Portland. They discuss the recent positive trends with Fred VanVleet, Precious Achiuwa, and Scottie Barnes. Later, the two discuss the latest trade rumours surrounding O.G. Anunoby and Nick Nurse's future with the team (30:16). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/30/202350 minutes, 33 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Fred VanVleet Takes Over During Dame Time for Win in Portland

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 123-105 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. Three stars: Precious Achiuwa, Fred VanVleet, Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award winner: Jerami Grant. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/29/202332 minutes, 22 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Exposed on Defense Yet Again

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 129-117 loss to the Golden State Warriors. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, Scottie Barnes, Precious Achiuwa. Gerald Henderson award: Donte DiVincenzo The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/28/202328 minutes, 50 seconds
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Rumour Roundup with Vivek Jacob! Can the Raptors-Warriors Make a Deal?

Will Lou is joined by Raptors.com's Vivek Jacob to weigh in on this week's rumour mill including: Fred VanVleet potentially signing with Klutch Sports Group, how it could effect his future free agency, the New York Knicks expressing interest in O.G. Anunoby, if fans got this year's All-Star votes correct, and if there's a spot for Precious Achiuwa in the starting lineup. Later on, Andy Liu of the Light Years Podcast jumps on to discuss the historic beefs the Warriors have had with other teams, his assessment of the reigning champs this season, the team's worst loss of the season, and what pieces would be on the move in a potential Golden State-Toronto trade (28:26).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/27/202350 minutes, 36 seconds
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Kings-Raptors Recap! How Will Toronto's Road Trip Dictate the Trade Deadline?

Will is joined by Sportsnet's Savanna Hamilton to recap the Raptors' win over the Kings and discuss if it was the best defensive performance of the season, a change in the group's demeanour, and how Precious Achiuwa has re-asserted himself back into game shape following his injury. Then, ESPN's Bobby Marks stops by to discuss his past interactions with Masai Ujiri, how the Raptors' long road trip can dictate the direction the organization, the idea of players approaching the front office about a rumoured trade, potential returns for O.G. Anunoby, and the difficulties of conducting mid-season trades (29:17).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/26/202350 minutes, 30 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Dethroning the Kings With Best Team Showing of the Season

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors' 113-95 victory over the Sacramento Kings. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Precious Achiuwa and Fred VanVleet. Gerald Henderson award: Keegan Murray. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/26/202339 minutes, 41 seconds
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Trade Deadline Distractions & Long Road Trips with C.J. Miles

Will Lou is joined by former Raptor C.J. Miles to break down Toronto's defence, terminologies used in basketball, why teams conduct film sessions, the positives of being around your teammates during a long road trip, how players cope with the trade deadline looming, being part of the Marc Gasol trade, and which players he would choose on his NBA All-Star team. Then, producer J.R. Manatad joins Will to relive his memories of the last time the Raptors were on a 7-game road trip, what he was doing in 2007, and the essential items to bring on a long road trip (41:32). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/25/202350 minutes, 32 seconds
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Early Trade Deadline Preview! Why Has the Defence Struggled This Season?

Will Lou is joined in-studio by Blake Murphy to get his thoughts on the Raptors' rumoured offer for Jakob Poeltl involving Gary Trent Jr., the other available options at centre who would fit the team, Fred VanVleet choosing to part ways with his agent, and the L.A. Clippers pursuit of former Raptors. Later on, the guys take a deep dive into why Toronto's defence has struggled this year (39:42).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/24/202350 minutes, 34 seconds
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Raptors Weekend Recap! How Scottie & Fred Improved on Offence

Will Lou is joined by Oren Weisfeld to recap the Raptors' weekend games against the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics, before getting into their improvements beyond the arc, Scottie Barnes' impressive January, and if Fred VanVleet would take a step back in his role. Then, Sportsnet's Michael Grange discusses the importance of the upcoming 7-game road trip, how it will dictate the direction of the team moving forward before the trade deadline, if the Raptors would consider keeping Gary Trent Jr. for the long-term, and the viability of a "Tampa-like" season in Toronto (29:53).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/23/202350 minutes, 35 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Scottie Barnes Leads Second Unit to Strong 4th Quarter Finish

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 125-116 win over the New York Knicks. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, Gary Trent Jr. Gerald Henderson award: Obi Toppin. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/23/202339 minutes, 1 second
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Raptors Reaction: Finding New Ways to Lose as Nurse Bungles Late Timeout

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 106-104 loss to the Boston Celtics. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Precious Achiuwa, Gary Trent Jr. Gerald Henderson award winner: Grant Williams. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/22/202331 minutes, 8 seconds
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Raptors-Wolves Recap! Ranking the Worst Losses This Season

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto's disappointing showing in Minnesota, how the team is finding new ways to lose, and Joe Wieskamp's impressive debut. Later, the two discuss what tanking would mean for the rest of the Raptors' season, Serge Ibaka looking for a new team, and their favourite fun facts about NBA referees (36:16). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/20/202350 minutes, 26 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Humiliating Themselves Yet Again With a Late Collapse

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 128-126 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Fred VanVleet, Joe Wieskamp. Gerald Henderson award: Kyle Anderson. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/20/202336 minutes, 40 seconds
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NBA Midseason Recap! Will Pascal Make the All-Star Team?

Will Lou and Alex Wong go around the NBA and chat about the league-wide parity and this season's explosion of individual scoring, before diving into their most pressing questions including: if they’re concerned about the Clippers and Warriors, if the Nets or Sixers have a better chance of winning the East, Nikola Jokic’s case for a third-straight MVP, best offseason signings, and if the Rudy Gobert trade is the worst move in the past decade. Later, the two discuss Pascal’s All-Star candidacy and the latest rumors surrounding O.G. Anunoby (41:08). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/19/202350 minutes, 37 seconds
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What Is O.G.’s Ideal Role on the Team? $500 for a Half-Court Shot!

Will Lou and Alex Wong chat about another disappointing loss in Milwaukee, the team's defensive woes, O.G.'s ideal role on the Raptors, and the scuffle between Gary Trent Jr. and Brook Lopez. Later, the two discuss a proposed trade to send Fred VanVleet to the Clippers, the asking price for Jakob Poeltl, and what the minimum amount NBA teams should pay if a fan hits a half-court shot (40:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/18/202350 minutes, 12 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Running Out of Gas Against the Bucks

Will Lou recaps the Raptors' 130-122 loss to the Bucks in Milwaukee. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, Gary Trent Jr., and Pascal Siakam. Gerald Henderson award: Joe Ingles. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/18/202338 minutes, 25 seconds
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Raptors-Knicks Recap! Trade Deadline Rumours Round-Up

Will Lou is joined in-studio by Blake Murphy to recap Toronto’s overtime win over the Knicks, Fred VanVleet’s bounce-back performance, and how Scottie Barnes is turning his season around. Later, the two discuss the latest round of trade rumours surrounding the team, including Orlando and Phoenix’s interest in Fred VanVleet, and potential trade destinations for Gary Trent Jr. (28:40). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/17/202350 minutes, 21 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Scottie Barnes Delivers Clutch Plays in Hard-Fought OT Win

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 124-122 OT win over the New York Knicks. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Fred VanVleet, Pascal Siakam. Gerald Henderson award: RJ Barrett. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/16/202338 minutes, 30 seconds
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Raptors-Hawks Recap! How Should the Front Office Approach the Deadline

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Saturday's loss to Atlanta and chat about the team's overall performance on the six-game homestand, the season-long search for consistency, and Nick Nurse's diagnosis on the team's lack of energy and effort. Later, the two discuss CJ McCollum's comments on the Raptors being an unhappy group and the important questions facing the front office as the trade deadline approaches (29:03). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/16/202350 minutes, 23 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Guards No-Show in Yet Another Frustrating Loss at Home

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 114-103 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Chris Boucher, Precious Achiuwa. Gerald Henderson award: AJ Griffin. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/15/202326 minutes, 40 seconds
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Raptors-Hornets Recap with Savanna Hamilton! Gen Z Raptors Report

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined in-studio by Raptors sideline reporter Savanna Hamilton to recap Toronto’s two-game sweep of the Charlotte Hornets and discuss Fred VanVleet and Scottie Barnes’ recent improved play, and Gary Trent Jr’s new-found consistency. Later, Will and Alex chat about which Raptor is most likely to not pay for dinner, who is most likely to bail on plans and other Gen Z topics with Producer J.R. Manatad (32:15). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/13/202350 minutes, 32 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Siakam Drops an Ultra-Efficient 35 Points vs. Hornets

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 124-114 win over the Charlotte Hornets. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Scottie Barnes, Fred VanVleet. Gerald Henderson award: Terry Rozier. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/13/202337 minutes, 56 seconds
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C.J. Miles on Shooting Slumps and the NBA’s Generational Gap!

Will Lou is joined by former Raptor and host of “Strictly Hoops” C.J. Miles, to chat about life after the NBA, what it was like to make the jump from high school to the pros, and being a vet in the locker room. Later, the two chat about how the Raptors bench can improve, the organization’s culture and emphasis on development, how Fred and Pascal have grown as leaders of the team, the NBA’s generational gap, and how he broke out of shooting slumps as a player (13:05). In the second segment, Alex drops by to rank favorite all-time Raptor interviews and preview tonight’s game against Charlotte (37:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/12/202350 minutes, 28 seconds
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Which Raptors Starter Would You Trade?

Will Lou is joined by theScore's Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond to recap Toronto's win over Charlotte and discuss whether a season-high in three-pointers made signifies a potential turnaround, if Scottie Barnes is starting to hit his stride, and how the bench has become a positive in the past two games. Later, they each pick the one Raptor starter they would trade and make the cases for Fred VanVleet, O.G. Anunoby, and Gary Trent Jr. (32:24). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/11/202350 minutes, 50 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Knocking Season-High 20 Threes to Beat Charlotte

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors' 132-120 win over the Charlotte Hornets. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Gary Trent Jr., and Christian Koloko. Gerald Henderson award: Terry Rozier. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/11/202333 minutes, 49 seconds
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Pascal’s Next Step with David Thorpe! Should the Raptors Tank?

Will Lou is joined by TrueHoop’s David Thorpe to talk about Pascal Siakam’s All-Star season, where he can continue improving his game and the conversation around whether the Raptors should tank. The two also discuss how Scottie Barnes can better adjust to how defences are playing him this season, as well as Fred VanVleet’s comments about losing his rhythm as a shooter. Later, Alex joins the show to talk about Joe Wieskamp’s Raptors 905 debut and Otto Porter Jr.’s season-ending surgery (36:14). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/10/202350 minutes, 36 seconds
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Raptors-Blazers Recap! Fred VanVleet’s Extension Talks

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto's victory over Portland and discuss Scottie Barnes' impressive performance and the bench providing a much-needed lift. Later, the two discuss Scottie's halftime argument with Thad Young and Fred VanVleet reportedly turning down a four-year, $114 million extension before the season (15:18). In the second segment, the two are joined by Sportsnet's Michael Grange to chat about the upcoming trade deadline (29:35). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/9/202350 minutes, 37 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Every Player Contributes in Badly Needed Win

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 117-105 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Scottie Barnes, and Christian Koloko. Gerald Henderson award: Josh Hart. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/9/202345 minutes, 6 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Freddy Tries His Best but Lifeless Raps Fall Short Again

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 112-108 loss to the New York Knicks. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, Gary Trent Jr, Chris Boucher. Gerald Henderson award: Immanuel Quickley. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/7/202341 minutes, 17 seconds
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The Limitations of the Raptors Roster with Zarar Siddiqi

Will Lou is joined by Zarar Siddiqi of Raptors Republic to chat about whether the team has reached the limits of the 'Vision 6-9' experiment, who the team should keep at the trade deadline, and more. Later, Alex Wong joins the program to chat about Fred VanVleet’s comments on his shooting struggles and role definition on JJ Reddick's podcast "The Old Man and the Three" (32:34).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/6/202350 minutes, 26 seconds
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Raptors-Bucks Recap! Inside Gary Trent Jr.‘s Fashion

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap the strangest Raptors game of the season (ever??) against Milwaukee, the historic offensive ineptitude to start the game, and an iconic comeback which ended up in an overtime loss. Later, they’re joined by Lindsay Dunn of CityNews to chat about her recent conversation with Gary Trent Jr. about his fashion (30:01). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/5/202350 minutes, 25 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Fought Till the End, but Bucks Close the Win

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 104-101 loss to the Bucks in overtime. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, Scottie Barnes, and Gary Trent Jr. Gerald Henderson award: Grayson Allen. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/5/202340 minutes, 47 seconds
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Raptors Over-Unders! Assessing the Eastern Conference

Will Lou is joined in-studio by Alex Wong to chat about the Raptors' upcoming six-game homestand, before diving into some over/unders for the rest of this season, including: number of trades at the deadline, when will Otto Porter return, how many more film sessions will Nick Nurse have with the team, the team’s regular-season win total, and more! Later, Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com joins the program to chat about whether Brooklyn, Cleveland, and Indiana have passed Toronto in the East (28:13).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/4/202350 minutes, 33 seconds
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Raptors-Pacers Recap! Scottie’s Progression at Centre

Will Lou is joined in-studio by Blake Murphy to recap another disappointing loss by the Raptors in Indiana, the no-show from the bench, and whether the roster has enough players who can develop into bigger roles. Later, the two chat about Scottie Barnes’ progression at the centre position and try to understand Fred VanVleet’s continued struggles (30:31). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/3/202350 minutes, 20 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Running Out of Gas To Start 2023

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 122-114 loss to the Pacers on the road. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Gary Trent Jr., and Pascal Siakam. Gerald Henderson award: T. J. McConnell. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/3/202335 minutes, 7 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Trent Jr. Shoots the Lights Out, Ends 2022 With a Win Over Suns

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 113-104 win over the Phoenix Suns! Three stars: Gary Trent Jr., Pascal Siakam, and Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Ish Wainright. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/31/202239 minutes, 23 seconds
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Raptors-Grizzlies Recap! What Is The Direction Of This Team?

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap another disappointing performance at Scotiabank Arena against the Grizzlies, Nick Nurse on the team's lack of effort, if there are still realistic expectations for the team this season, and a big picture look at what direction the front office might take with the roster. Later, the two chat about Will turning 30 and Justin Champagnie getting waived (40:15). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/30/202250 minutes, 23 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: No-Show Yet Again as Dillon Brooks Shines in Homecoming

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 119-106 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. Three stars: Gary Trent Jr., Jeff Dowtin Jr., Chris Boucher’s second half. Gerald Henderson award: Dillon Brooks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/30/202242 minutes, 4 seconds
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Interview with Malachi Flynn! How To Change Raptor Narratives

Will Lou sits down with Raptors guard Malachi Flynn on his recent stretch of play, how he prepares for different roles on the team, working on improving his three-point shot, the challenges of defending bigger guards in the league, what he would like to improve on this season, and more. Later, Will and Alex discuss (30:20) how Fred, Scottie, Gary, and Precious can flip their narrative this season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/29/202250 minutes, 15 seconds
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Defensive Woes Continue! Precious Nearing A Return!

Will Lou is joined by Blake Murphy to recap Toronto’s disappointing loss to the Clippers. The two discuss Nick Nurse’s defensive strategy against Kawhi Leonard, the team’s overall defensive issues this season, if Precious Achiuwa’s return will help, and Chris Boucher being asked to play better. Later, the two chat about Fred VanVleet’s injury and the benefits of Scottie Barnes playing the five (38:55).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/28/202249 minutes, 35 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Defensive Lapses Post-Christmas

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 124-113 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Scottie Barnes, and Malachi Flynn. Gerald Henderson award: Ivica Zubac. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/28/202233 minutes, 6 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Heading Into The Holidays With A Win

Host Wil Lou breaks down the Raptors 118-107 win over the Cavaliers. Three stars: OG Anunoby, Pascal Siakam, Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Cedi Osman.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/24/202242 minutes, 20 seconds
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Pascal Scores 52 at MSG! Can Scottie Improve in Year Two?

Will Lou is joined in studio by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to recap Pascal's 52-point performance at Madison Square Garden, O.G.'s defensive impact since returning to the lineup, Fred's clutch shooting, and the contributions of Malachi Flynn and Juancho Hernangomez. Later, the two discuss Scottie's home-road splits this season and what's been missing from his play in year two, before chatting about where Pascal's 2022-23 season ranks among the best individual Raptor seasons of all-time (27:51). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/22/202250 minutes, 47 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Career Night For Siakam & Ending The Losing Streak

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 113-106 victory against the New York Knicks ending both Toronto's losing streak and New York's winning streak with Pascal Siakam dropping a career-high 52 points. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, O.G. Anunoby, and Fred VanVleet. Gerald Henderson award: Immanuel Quickley. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/22/202244 minutes, 14 seconds
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Change The Raptors Playstyle? Bobby Marks on Anunoby & Trent Jr.'s Market

Will Lou is joined by freelance Raptors writer Oren Weisfeld to get his thoughts on the team's current losing streak, role disparities, whether the coaches and players should find a different style of play rather than moving pieces away, and who on the roster seems to be ready to win. Afterwards, ESPN's Bobby Marks joins Will and Oren to discuss how busy general managers are near the holidays, evaluating their teams, his view on the Raptors keeping trade assets. and O.G. Anunoby and Gary Trent Jr.'s interest around the league (31:05).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/21/202250 minutes, 38 seconds
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Sixers-Raptors Recap! Is It Time To Rebuild or Retool the Roster?

Will Lou makes his return on Blake Murphy Tuesday! Will and Blake recap the Raptors' overtime loss to the Sixers, the team's inconsistencies on defence during the losing streak, and the secondary option next to Pascal Siakam on offence. Afterwards, Will and Blake weigh in on the possibilities of retooling vs. rebuilding the roster, which players are untouchable, and the market for O.G. Anunoby (30:00).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/20/202250 minutes, 37 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Siakam’s Heroics Not Enough Against Philly

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 104-101 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Chris Boucher, O.G. Anunoby. Gerald Henderson award: Tobias Harris. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/20/202234 minutes, 52 seconds
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Raptors Losing Streak Hits Five! Will Lou’s Triumphant Return

Alex Wong is joined by Sportsnet’s Alvin Williams to talk about the team’s defensive effort, what a locker room is like during a losing streak, if the Raptors would benefit from adding a traditional big, and Malachi Flynn’s return to the rotation. Later, Will Lou (day-to-day) reunites with Alex to talk about the two losses over the weekend and if Masai and Bobby need to hold a press conference (28:21). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/19/202250 minutes, 29 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Picked Apart By The Defending Champs

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 126-110 loss to the defending NBA champions Golden State Warriors. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Fred VanVleet, and Malachi Flynn. Gerald Henderson award: Jordan Poole. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/19/202231 minutes, 49 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Yuta Watanabe and Kyrie Irving break Toronto's hearts

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 116-113 loss to the Brooklyn Nets. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, Scottie Barnes, Malachi Flynn. Gerald Henderson award: Yuta Watanabe.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/17/202234 minutes, 20 seconds
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Grading the 2022-23 Toronto Raptors with James Herbert

Alex Wong is joined by James Herbert of CBS Sports to grade the Raptors' season so far and discuss which players have met expectations and who's fallen short. Later, the two chat about tonight's matchup against Brooklyn and play another round of "Who He Play For?" (41:20) The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/16/202250 minutes, 33 seconds
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Raptors-Kings Recap! Does This Team Have a Core Four?

Alex Wong is joined in-studio by Sportsnet's Raptors sideline reporter Savanna Hamilton to chat about Toronto's loss to Sacramento, what the short-term fixes are for the team, if the front office should make win-now moves, and why the Raptors might want to exercise patience on their core group. Later, the two discuss the new-look NBA awards and the current favourites in the West (32:09). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/15/202250 minutes, 27 seconds
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The December Banter Pod!

The banter pod is back! Will and Alex provide a behind-the-scenes look at their live event and discuss why Chris Boucher doesn’t listen to “The Raptors Show” anymore, Mark Savel being the main star of the evening, Alex losing his freestyle powers, and the fight club Will used to be a part of. The two also chat about covering the Raptors this season and Will becoming a made man. Later, the two take listener e-mails and questions. Alex tries to pronounce “racialized” and “tiramisu,” producer J.R. Manatad makes an iconic cameo, and Will wonders if he’ll ever stop being a Raptors fan.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/15/20222 hours, 35 minutes, 30 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Unable To Secure A Must-Win Against The Kings

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 124-123 loss to the Sacramento Kings. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, Scottie Barnes and Kings' head coach Mike Brown. Gerald Henderson award: Terence Davis. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/15/202231 minutes, 2 seconds
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Thad Young Q&A

Will Lou sits down with Raptors forward Thad Young to chat about the recent players-only meeting, Pascal’s leadership and improvement behind-the-scenes, the criticism towards Fred VanVleet, how Scottie can improve in Year 2, his role as a vet on the team, his chemistry with Juancho Hernangomez, the “Thad Daddy” nickname, and more.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/14/202216 minutes, 27 seconds
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Interview with Thad Young! Mike Prada on Toronto’s Team-Building Approach

Will Lou sits down with Raptors forward Thad Young to chat about the team’s struggles, the recent players-only meeting, the criticism towards Fred VanVleet, how Scottie can improve in Year 2, and the “Thad Daddy” nickname (04:31). Later, Mike Prada of The Athletic joins the program to chat with Will and Alex about whether the Raptors can build a contender with their roster construction approach (33:17).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/14/202250 minutes, 40 seconds
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Where is Vision 6-9 Going?

It’s Blake Murphy Tuesday! Will and Blake provide an O.G. injury update and dive into what the starting lineup should look like in the short-term, whether "Vision 6-9" needs to be adjusted to make up for the lack of size and rim protection on the roster. Later, Blake takes a deep-dive into the McDonald’s three-point promo campaign, before the two discuss whether the Raptors can improve their three-point shooting and how it might impact their half-court offence (33:40).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/13/202250 minutes, 52 seconds
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A Sweep in Orlando! Which Direction are the Raptors Going?

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap the weekend sweep in Orlando and call up Sportsnet's Michael Grange to discuss the state of the team and what’s wrong with Fred and Scottie (13:32). Later, Oren Weisfeld of Raptors Republic joins the program to talk about what direction the Raptors franchise should take moving forward (32:55).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/12/202250 minutes, 30 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Road Struggles Continue, Drop Two Straight To Magic

Will Lou breaks down the Toronto Raptors' 111-99 loss to the Orlando Magic. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, Gary Trent Jr., and Khem Birch. Gerald Henderson award: Mo Bamba. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/12/202242 minutes, 3 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Toronto Start Slow Again, Waste Pascal’s Best Efforts

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 113-109 loss to the Orlando Magic. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Gary Trent Jr, Khem Birch. Gerald Henderson award: Franz Wagner. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/10/202254 minutes, 27 seconds
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Steve Francis Q&A! “The Grizzlie Truth” with Kat Jayme

Will Lou is joined in studio by “The Grizzlie Truth” director Kat Jayme to chat about the new documentary film exploring The Grizzlies’ departure from Vancouver to Memphis. Steve Francis also drops by to explain the real story behind his trade request from Vancouver, his favorite Yao Ming stories, being in the same dunk contest as Vince Carter, and more. Later, Will and Alex chat about something even more exciting: the Raptors taking on the Orlando Magic tonight (42:07).   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/9/202250 minutes, 29 seconds
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Fred vs. The Algorithm! Make or Miss with Faizal Khamisa

Will Lou and Alex recap Toronto’s blowout victory over the Los Angeles Lakers and discuss Fred VanVleet versus the algorithm on Instagram, Pascal Siakam's performance since returning from injury, if Will knows any 90s wrestlers, Jakob Poeltl’s trade rumours, and Alex’s in-arena Korean hot dog review. Later, Faizal Khamisa joins the program to discuss expensive haircuts, Tony Rozier, Rush Hour 4, and more (30:44). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/8/202250 minutes, 29 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Winning Comfortably Against Severely Starless Lakers

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 126-113 win over the Los Angeles Lakers. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Fred VanVleet, Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award winner: Raptors PA announcer Herbie Kuhn. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/8/202237 minutes, 4 seconds
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Pound The Rock Wednesday with Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond

Will Lou is joined by theScore’s Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond to chat about whether expectations were too high for the Raptors coming into the season, Fred’s shooting slumps, if the development of the younger players on the team have stalled, and if "Vision 6-9" can work long-term. Later, Alex joins the show to provide an update on Will’s pick-up game (40:59). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/7/202250 minutes, 39 seconds
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Raptors-Celtics Recap! Inside Fred’s Shooting Slump

Will Lou and Blake Murphy recap Toronto’s loss to the Boston Celtics and discuss the good (Pascal, Scottie, and O.G.’s performances) and the bad (a terrible third quarter from the Raptors). Later, the two dive into Fred VanVleet’s recent shooting slump (30:23).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate
12/6/202250 minutes, 46 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Celtics Take It To Another Level, Raps Couldn’t Match

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 116-110 loss to the Boston Celtics. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Scottie Barnes, Gary Trent Jr. Gerald Henderson award: Blake Griffin The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/6/202240 minutes, 2 seconds
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Raptors Hold Players' Only Meeting! Lindsay Dunn Joins Us In-Studio!

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap an up-and-down weekend for the Raptors and dive into the players' only meeting that was held in Brooklyn on Friday, before discussing the expectations for this team moving forward. Later, CityNews' Lindsay Dunn joins us in-studio to recap the recent Giants of Africa event, and talk about the importance of covering players and their off-court endeavors (28:31). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/5/202250 minutes, 27 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Vibes Reset With Win Over Magic

Will Lou breaks down the Toronto Raptors' 121-108 win over the Orlando Magic. Three stars: O.G. Anunoby, Pascal Siakam, and Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Bol Bol. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/4/202234 minutes, 36 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: First Quarter Defensive Woes

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 114-105 loss to the Brooklyn Nets. Three stars: O.G. Anunoby, Gary Trent Jr., and Pascal Siakam. Gerald Henderson award: Joe Harris. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/3/202241 minutes, 29 seconds
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O.G. Propaganda with Michael Pina! Raptors-Nets Preview with Alvin Williams

Will Lou is joined by Michael Pina of The Ringer for an early look at O.G.’s case for Defensive Player of the Year and whether the award should start to reward more non-bigs. The two also chat about the other DPOY candidates and if Brooklyn had a sneaky-good offseason. Later, Sportsnet's Alvin Williams drops by to chat about Fred’s performance so far this season and why players care so much about being in the starting lineup (28:26).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/2/202250 minutes, 18 seconds
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Raps-Pelicans Recap! Would the Raptors Have Three-Peated With Kawhi?

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s blowout loss to the New Orleans Pelicans and discuss Gary Trent Jr. as a lone bright spot off the bench, before diving into Scottie Barnes’ performance through the first quarter of the season and our expectations of him. Later, the two give out some Thursday shout-outs, before recapping Fred VanVleet’s “How Hungry Are You” appearance including his answer on what the Raptors could have achieved if Kawhi Leonard stayed with the team (35:34).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/1/202250 minutes, 23 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: No Show In NO

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 126-108 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans. Three stars: Gary Trent Jr., Pascal Siakam, and Juancho Hernangomez. Gerald Henderson award: Dyson Daniels. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/1/202240 minutes, 51 seconds
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Eastern Conference Catch-up with Mo Dakhil! O.G. Interview Prep

Will Lou is joined by Mo Dakhil, NBA analyst for Bleacher Report and The Athletic, for a first quarter review of the East. They discuss: Boston and Milwaukee as the class of the conference, early surprise teams, and how Atlanta, Cleveland, and New York are faring after making significant moves over the offseason. Later, Alex Wong drops by to help Will prep for a potential interview with O.G. Anunoby (30:52). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/30/202250 minutes, 34 seconds
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Pascal's Impressive Return! Should Gary Come off the Bench?

Will Lou and Blake Murphy discuss the many ways Pascal Siakam's return helps the Raptors and dive into his growth as a playmaker and how he can lift the half-court offence. Later, the two discuss Scottie Barnes' reaction to coming off the bench and whether the team would benefit from Gary Trent Jr. joining the second unit (30:45).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/29/202250 minutes, 41 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Returning To Full Strength Against The Cavs

Will Lou breaks down the Toronto Raptors' 100-88 win against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, O.G. Anunoby, and Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Evan Mobley. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/29/202244 minutes, 23 seconds
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Raptors-Mavs Recap! Pascal Nears a Return!

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Nick Nurse's "Coaches Open House" over the weekend before diving into Toronto's win over Dallas on Saturday as they spotlight: O.G. Anunoby's Defensive Player of the Year push, Fred VanVleet and Thad Young's veteran leadership, and another stellar performance from Chris Boucher a.k.a. "25, Can You Do Something For Me?" Later, they're joined by Sportsnet's Michael Grange to discuss O.G.'s offensive leap, the Raptors during this recent stretch without Pascal Siakam, and Gary Trent Jr.'s long-term future with the team (29:26). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/28/202250 minutes, 44 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Coming Up Clutch With A Thrilling Win Vs. Luka’s Mavericks

Host William Lou is joined by Asad Alvi to break down the Toronto Raptors’ 105-100 win over the Dallas Mavericks. Three stars: OG Anunoby, Fred VanVleet, Chris Boucher. Gerald Henderson award: Dorian Finney-Smith. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/27/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 24 seconds
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Twitter Questions Friday!

Will Lou and Alex Wong take your Twitter questions on Nick Nurse’s defensive approach, O.G.’s All-Star case, what position Scottie should play, Cinnabon vs. Krispy Kreme, Pascal as a soccer player, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/25/202249 minutes, 46 seconds
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Raps-Nets Recap! Yuta Watanabe Ramen Non-Update!

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto's loss to Brooklyn on Wednesday, whether the Scotiabank Arena home crowd has fallen off, Thad Young's becoming increasingly more important to the team, if Jeff Dowtin Jr. is playing himself into the back-up point guard committee, and more! Later, the two provide details on their in-person catch-up with Yuta Watanabe at the arena, and discuss a recent Toronto Life article spotlighting the Canadian players on the roster (27:30).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/24/202250 minutes, 26 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Short-Handed Team Lose To The Nets

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors' 112-98 loss to the Nets at Scotiabank Arena. Three stars: Thad Young, O.G. Anunoby, and Jeff Dowtin Jr. Gerald Henderson award: Ben Simmons. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/24/202235 minutes, 44 seconds
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The History Of Nick Nurse's Player Callouts

Will Lou (watching the World Cup while doing the show) and Alex Wong (trying his best to keep the show on track) discuss Nick Nurse's criticism of Gary Trent Jr. this week and the head coach's history of calling out players on the team. Later, the two go through some of their favorite all-time moments in the Nets-Raptors rivalry. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/23/202249 minutes, 41 seconds
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Every Key Raptors Stat with Blake Murphy

It's all-you-can-eat Tuesday and we're serving up every stat you need to know about the Raptors season so far! Will Lou and Blake Murphy spend the hour chatting about: number of injuries, isolation offence, O.G. Anunoby's defensive impact, the team's clutch offence, corner threes allowed, remaining strength of schedule, Malachi Flynn's true shooting percentage, team record on weekdays and weekends, and much more!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/22/202250 minutes, 33 seconds
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Scottie's Bounce Back Game! Fred's Workload! Giannis Ladder-Gate!

'Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined in-studio by Vivek Jacob to chat about Toronto's overtime loss in Atlanta, Scottie's bounce-back game and Fred's role on a short-handed Raptors team. Later, Alex drops his official World Cup predictions, before the trio chat about Giannis Antetokounmpo trying to shoot free throws after the game in Philadelphia on Friday night (35:37). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/21/202250 minutes, 41 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Heartbreaking Loss To The Hawks

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 124-122 OT loss against the Hawks and touches on Scottie Barnes missing a game-winning layup in regulation, the sequence leading up to Atlanta's game-winner, the individual defence against Trae Young and much more. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Thad Young and O.G. Anunoby. Gerald Henderson award: A.J. Griffin. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/20/202231 minutes, 52 seconds
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Make or Miss Friday!

It’s Make Or Miss Friday! Will Lou and Alex Wong go around the league and discuss: if the Raptors made a mistake letting Yuta Watanabe go, whether the Cavaliers are overrated, if Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the most clutch player in the league, if Jayson Tatum makes Boston the best team in the East, if the Kings are going to end their playoff drought, if the Nets can go a week without a new controversy, if the Warriors need to make a trade, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/18/202250 minutes, 43 seconds
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Raptors-Heat Recap! O.G. Making The Leap?

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s win over the Miami Heat and chat about: Kyle Lowry’s return, O.G. Anunoby making the leap, Scottie’s bounce-back game, Chris Boucher outperforming expectations this season, and an appreciation for Thad Young and experienced players in general. Later, the two share a random Yuta Watanabe update, before talking about the World Cup and Kevin Durant’s love of the game of basketball (33:33). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/17/202250 minutes, 45 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: OG Anunoby Shines While Scottie Barnes Bounces Back

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 112-104 win over the Miami Heat. Three stars: OG Anunoby, Scottie Barnes, Fred VanVleet. Gerald Henderson award: Nikola Jovic. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/17/202241 minutes, 13 seconds
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True Hooper Talk with David Thorpe! Wednesday Alex Cameo!

Happy hump day! Will Lou is joined by David Thorpe of TrueHoop to discuss how Scottie Barnes can break out of his slump, the pros and cons of him playing the point guard position, and who the best team in the East is right now (00:25). Later, Alex drops by to chat about the return of Kyle Lowry (38:54).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/16/202249 minutes, 46 seconds
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Raptors Defeat the Pistons (??) Four Concerns About Scottie Barnes

It’s Blake Murphy Tuesday! Today’s topics include: Thad Young as a "Connect Four" in the starting lineup, if Nick Nurse ever tells the truth before games, Dalano Banton’s career night, if Miami will play zone for 48 minutes tomorrow, has Juancho Hernangomez has earned a rotation spot, why every Malachi Flynn jumper looks perfect, Otto Porter Jr.‘s injury, if Matt Thomas should start a podcast, if the "Casey Curse: over, the beginning of the Jeff “Don’t Dowt Him” Jr. era, and four concerns about Scottie Barnes.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/15/202250 minutes, 53 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Career Night for Dalano Banton in Win Over Pistons

Will Lou recaps the Raptors' 115-111 win over the Pistons and touches on Dalano Banton's career night dropping 27 points in his second career start, Jeff Dowtin Jr. seeing minutes, Thad Young's ability to set the tone on the court, Toronto making the extra pass and much more! Three stars: Dalano Banton, Thad Young, and Juancho Hernangomez. Gerald Henderson award: Jaden Ivey. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/15/202240 minutes, 35 seconds
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The Spotlight on Scottie Barnes! Dwane vs. Raptors Recap!

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Scottie Barnes’ recent slump and figure out ways for him to get back on track, before sharing their overall levels of concern surrounding the Raptors. Later, Alvin Williams joins the program to chat about the challenges for Scottie as he embraces the spotlight and expectations of being an up-and-coming star (27:07). Finally, Will and Alex walk through the entire “Dwane Casey vs. the Raptors” era in preparation for tonight’s game (42:40). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/14/202250 minutes, 34 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Can’t Buy a Bucket in Rough 4th Quarter Collapse

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 118-104 loss to the Indiana Pacers. Three stars: Thad Young, OG Anunoby, Chris Boucher. Gerald Henderson award: Jalen Smith. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/13/202244 minutes, 6 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Lack Of Effort Against The Thunder

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors' 132-113 loss to the Thunder in Oklahoma City and touches on the lack of energy from the start of the game, Scottie Barnes' turnaround performance in the second half, and more. Three stars: Chris Boucher, Juancho Hernangomez, and Malachi Flynn. Gerald Henderson award: Eugene Omoruyi. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/12/202230 minutes, 54 seconds
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The "Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to Toronto" Episode

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss the latest reports of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's frustrations in OKC, what a potential trade package would look like, the pressures of playing at home, and what it would mean for the Raptors to land another star player. Later, they're joined by Oren Weisfeld to chat about the new crop of Canadians in the NBA and Team Canada qualifying for the 2023 World Cup (33:46).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/11/202250 minutes, 40 seconds
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Raptors-Rockets Recap! The Start of Otto Porter Jr. Hive!

Happy Thursday! Today’s episode includes: a Raptors-Rockets recap, appreciation for Fred VanVleet a.k.a. "23 Savage" and O.G. Anunoby a.k.a. "Mr. Everything Everywhere All At Once", a lengthy discussion about Scottie Barnes' sophomore expectations, an update on Precious Achiuwa’s injury, why Alex is the Thad Young of “The Raptors Show,” if eating a burrito without hot sauce is embarrassing, and the start of Otto Porter Jr. hive. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/10/202250 minutes, 27 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Precious Leaves Game And Raps Get By Young Rockets

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 116-109 win over the Rockets. Three stars: O.G. Anunoby, Fred VanVleet, Otto Porter Jr. Gerald Henderson: Tari Eason. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/10/202237 minutes, 8 seconds
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Eastern Conference Tiers! OG’s Case for Defensive Player of the Year

Will Lou is joined in-studio by theScore’s Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond to discuss Eastern Conference tiers, the Cleveland Cavaliers as an early season surprise, the Raptors' defensive ceiling, if the Miami Heat are finished as a contender, if Toronto should have traded for Donovan Mitchell, what the package would have looked like, and O.G. Anunoby’s case for Defensive Player of the Year. Later, Alex drops by for “Make or Miss” to chat about the Golden State Warriors' slow start and other pressing NBA topics (41:30). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/9/202250 minutes, 37 seconds
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What Will the Raptors Look Like Without Pascal Siakam?

It’s the return of Blake Murphy Tuesday! Will and Blake recap Toronto’s loss to Chicago and examine the new NBA scheduling quirk involving back-to-back series against opponents, before diving into what the Raptors will look like without Pascal Siakam and how each starter can step up (00:42). Later, Will and Blake take a closer look at the second unit and discuss Chris Boucher’s consistent play, Thad Young’s minutes, Precious Achiuwa’s up-and-down start, if the Raptors can expect anything from Malachi Flynn and Dalano Banton this season, and why Eric Gordon might be an appealing trade target (34:39). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/8/202250 minutes, 35 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Running Out Of Gas In Annoying Loss To Bulls

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 111-97 loss to the Chicago Bulls. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, Gary Trent Jr., OG Anunoby. Gerald Henderson: Goran Dragic. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/8/202225 minutes, 47 seconds
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Raptors Win Without Pascal Siakam! Christian Koloko’s Defensive Impact!

Happy Monday! Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s win over Chicago and discuss: how the Raptors can win without Pascal Siakam, Fred VanVleet’s return from injury, and what they expect from Scottie and O.G. for the next two weeks. Later, Will and Alex share some “Raptors Show” feedback they received from their families over the weekend (24:27). In the second segment, Steph Noh of The Sporting News joins the program to chat about Christian Koloko’s defensive impact so far this season (27:30).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/7/202250 minutes, 37 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Containing The Bulls

Will Lou recaps the Raptors' 113-104 win over the Bulls at Scotiabank Arena and breaks down Toronto's defensive focus on DeMar DeRozan, Fred VanVleet's return, how the team ran their offence without Pascal Siakam in the lineup, Nick Nurse's rotational decisions, Scottie Barnes' second half performance and much more! Three stars: Fred VanVleet, O.G. Anunoby, and Christian Koloko. Gerald Henderson award: Goran Dragic. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/7/202230 minutes, 30 seconds
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The Return of the Banter Pod!

The banter pod is back! Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss quitting Twitter, KD to Toronto (again ?????), running into Masai at Scotiabank Arena, an in-depth review of the Ne-Yo concert, grabbing water for Gary Trent Sr. at the studio, Chinese Zodiac signs, their university days, playing beer pong, and if they believe in ghosts and the afterlife. Later, the two answer listener questions on: which 3 items they would keep from their closets, favorite Death Cab songs, favorite TTC stations, Will’s two-week review of his new scooter, languages they want to learn, the joy of hot pot, and more. Finally, they read emails from listeners from across the world. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/5/20223 hours, 11 minutes, 3 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Siakam Leaves Game and Scottie Notches First Triple-Double

Host Will Lou breaks down the Raptors' 111-110 loss to the Mavericks in Dallas and touches on the high volume of turnovers from Toronto, Pascal Siakam's injury, Scottie Barnes' lack of aggressiveness, and much more. Three stars: O.G. Anunoby, Chris Boucher, Pascal Siakam. Gerald Henderson award: Dwight Powell. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/5/202233 minutes, 39 seconds
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Twitter Questions Friday!

Happy Friday! William Lou and Alex Wong answer your Twitter questions on: Fred moving to the bench (??), Christian Koloko in the starting lineup, early Eastern Conference rankings, KD to Toronto (again??), what awards Raptors players can compete for this season, Thad Young being out of the rotation, favourite food court spots, "Speed" hat replacements, and if Will's wedding will include a speech from Alex. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/4/202250 minutes, 42 seconds
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Raptors Win by 43 Points! Amy Audibert Checks in From Miami!

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto's blowout victory in San Antonio, whether Alex actually has superpowers when it comes to predicting games, and begin their Defensive Player of the Year campaign for O.G. Anunoby (00:26). Later, Miami Heat analyst Amy Audibert joins the program to chat about taking her talents to South Beach (27:58).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/3/202250 minutes, 37 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Pascal Records Triple-Double in 3 Quarters

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 143-100 win over the San Antonio Spurs. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Chris Boucher, O.G. Anunoby. Gerald Henderson award: Keita Bates-Diop. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/3/202236 minutes, 14 seconds
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The Raptors’ Improving Transition Offence + Scottie Barnes Returns a $400 Shirt!

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined in studio by Oren Weisfeld to chat about how the Raptors have improved their transition offence this season and the push for OG Anunoby as Defensive Player of the Year (00:00). Later, they discuss Scottie Barnes returning a $400 shirt and dive into what's happening with the Brooklyn Nets (27:39).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/2/202250 minutes, 40 seconds
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Raps’ Impressive Win Over Atlanta! Steve Nash Fired in Brooklyn!

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s blowout win over Atlanta and discuss: Scottie Barnes’ two-way play, Pascal Siakam becoming a superstar, their impressions of the team's 4-3 start, and more (00:31). Later, Raptors radio analyst Paul Jones joins the program to chat about the potential of Toronto’s defence, his early impressions of Christian Koloko, and Khem Birch’s impact against the Hawks (29:22). Finally, Will and Alex react to the firing of Steve Nash in Brooklyn (39:32).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/1/202250 minutes, 30 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Raptors Bully Hawks Into 30-Point Submission

Host Will Lou breaks down the Raptors' 139-109 win over the Atlanta Hawks and discusses Christian Koloko's first NBA start, Scottie Barnes playing at the point in place of Fred VanVleet, O.G. Anunoby's career night defensively, Pascal Siakam's MVP chants and much more! Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Scottie Barnes, OG Anunoby. Gerald Henderson award: Vit Krejci. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/1/202240 minutes, 43 seconds
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Christian Koloko Q&A

Toronto Raptors forward Christian Koloko sits down with Will Lou to talk about singing Backstreet Boys at the team’s Halloween party, earning the trust of the coaching staff, the Caleb Martin incident, guarding Kevin Durant and Joel Embiid, if he expects to play in the G-League this season, and more.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/31/202215 minutes, 24 seconds
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Eric Khoury on the Raptors 905 and Analytics! Christian Koloko on Life in the NBA!

Will Lou is joined by Raptors 905 Head Coach Eric Khoury to chat about his personal journey, how the organization uses analytics to identify players to acquire, and more (00:00). Later, Will sits down with Raptors forward Christian Koloko to talk about life as an NBA player, how he has earned the trust of the coaching staff, a behind the scenes look at the Caleb Martin incident, going up against Joel Embiid and Kevin Durant, and more (31:34). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/31/202250 minutes, 11 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Annoying Loss

Will Lou recaps the Raptors' 112-90 loss to the Sixers and breaks down the lack of execution from most of the team, a bad performance from Fred VanVleet, Tyrese Maxey scoring a career-high against Toronto, the inability to work around a zone defence, Doc Rivers outcoaching Nick Nurse, and much more. Three stars: O.G. Anunoby, Pascal Siakam, and Philly's Doc Rivers. Gerald Henderson, a.k.a. Tyrese Maxey award: Tyrese Maxey. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/29/202227 minutes, 21 seconds
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The Gary Trent Sr. Hour!

A classic Friday episode just dropped! Gary Trent Sr. joins Will Lou and Alex Wong in studio to discuss a myriad of topics including: having trouble finding a good breakfast spot in Toronto, his early-season review of Gary Trent Jr., why he doesn’t think Joel Embiid is a dominant player, if he will join Alex at his Tuesday pick-up run, if he will pursue a career in media, Reasonable Doubt vs. Blueprint, Fred VanVleet’s role with the team this season, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/28/202250 minutes, 38 seconds
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Visitor's Perspective: Keith Pompey and Gina Mizell on Raptors-Sixers

Will Lou is joined by Keith Pompey of the Philadelphia Inquirer to recap Raptors-Sixers, Philly's defensive approach towards Pascal Siakam, his favorite Kyle Lowry story, and more (00:23)! Later, Gina Mizell, also of the Philadelphia Inquirer, joins the program to revisit last year's Raptors-Sixers first round series, Tyrese Maxey's impact on the team, and if Doc Rivers is on the hot seat (27:06). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/27/202249 minutes, 56 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Offense In Great Hands

Host Will Lou recaps the Raptors 119-109 win over the Sixers in their first meeting against Philly and touches on the entire team's effort on offense, Scottie Barnes' return from an ankle injury, Christian Koloko's rookie experience against Joel Embiid. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Fred VanVleet, Gary Trent Jr. Gerald Henderson award: Tyrese Maxey. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/27/202237 minutes, 29 seconds
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Pascal’s Roadmap to All-NBA First Team! The Joy of Scottie Barnes

Happy hump day! William Lou is joined by Howard Beck of Sports Illustrated to chat about the roadmap for Pascal Siakam to become an All-NBA First Team player, James Harden’s history of co-existing with other superstars, and Russell Westbrook’s current predicament with the Lakers (00:31). Later, Sportsnet's Michael Grange drops by to discuss his longform feature on Scottie Barnes (31:18).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/26/202249 minutes, 51 seconds
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Recapping Raptors-Heat with Vivek Jacob

Will Lou and Vivek Jacob recap Toronto’s thrilling comeback victory over Miami and discuss Fred’s new role, Pascal’s continued improvement, the team’s spacing and three-point shooting on offence, and Chris Boucher’s season debut (00:30). Later, Alex Wong drops by with high-level basketball opinions on Toronto’s bench, the need for an elite shooter on the roster, more hype for Masai Ujiri’s front office resume, and more (32:07). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/25/202249 minutes, 52 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Siakam & Trent Jr. Deliver Dagger Jumpers In Revenge Win

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 98-90 win over the Miami Heat. Three stars: Fred VanVleet, Pascal Siakam, Precious Achiuwa. Gerald Henderson award: Duncan Robinson. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/25/202249 minutes, 37 seconds
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Recapping Two Weekend Losses! Alvin Williams on Fred's New Role

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap two annoying losses over the weekend in Brooklyn and Miami and discuss: Pascal playing like a top-five player, early concerns on defence, OG Anunoby’s offensive struggles to start the season, and the Christian Koloko-Caleb Martin scuffle on Saturday. Later, Sportsnet's Alvin Williams joins the program to chat about Fred VanVleet’s new role to start the season and much more (29:07)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/24/202250 minutes, 32 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Scottie Barnes Leaves The Game In A Loss To The Heat

Host William Lou breaks down the Toronto Raptors' 112-109 loss to the Heat in their first of two straight games against Miami, and touches on Scottie Barnes' ankle injury, Christian Koloko vs. Caleb Martin, and how the Raps' forwards matched up against the Heat's guards. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Precious Achiuwa, and Fred VanVleet. Gerald Henderson award: Max Strus. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/23/202245 minutes, 48 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Siakam Notches Triple-Double in Loss to Brooklyn Nets

Host William Lou breaks down the Toronto Raptors' 109-105 loss to the Brooklyn Nets in their first road game of the year and touches on the Nets' ability to close out the game, Pascal Siakam's efficient night, and what we've seen in the first two games from Spicy P. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Fred VanVleet, Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Nic Claxton. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/22/202238 minutes, 45 seconds
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Raptors Nicknames! Yuta Watanabe’s Farewell! All-Time Fan Favorites!

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by J.E. Skeets of "No Dunks" to chat about Yuta Watanabe’s farewell essay to Toronto, all-time fan favorites and new nicknames for Raptors players (00:32). Later on, Will and Alex provide their Friday shoutouts, chat about Will’s new scooter, and preview tonight’s matchup against the Brooklyn Nets (30:52). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/21/202249 minutes, 47 seconds
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Opening Night Recap! The Value of Continuity and Christian Koloko’s Impressive Debut

Will Lou is joined in-studio by Blake Murphy to recap Toronto’s opening night win and chat about their first impressions of the new-look Cleveland Cavaliers, the Raptors’ execution in the fourth quarter, Scottie Barnes vs. Evan Mobley, Pascal Siakam’s impressive showing and OG Anunoby finding his perfect role on this team (00:30). Later, the two discuss whether the Raptors have hit another home run in the second round with Christian Koloko and what Fred VanVleet’s next contract might look like (32:22). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/20/202250 minutes, 31 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Starting The Season With A Win

Host William Lou breaks down the Toronto Raptors' 108-105 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers in their season opener and touched on Pascal Siakam's strong offensive performance, OG Anunoby's presence on defence, foul trouble for Scottie Barnes, and how the team closed out the game. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, OG Anunoby, and Scottie Barnes. Gerald Henderson award: Cavs' Cedi Osman. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/20/202239 minutes, 52 seconds
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Raptors Opening Night with Savanna Hamilton and Matt Devlin

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined in-studio by Sportsnet's Raptors sideline reporter Savanna Hamilton to recap Monday’s Nick Nurse Foundation event and reignite the age-old debate of Ne-Yo vs. Usher (00:30). The trio then dive into key storylines heading into the 2022-23 season including Malachi Flynn and Dalano Banton’s battle for a rotation spot and Pascal Siakam’s path to being a top-5 player (07:50). In the second segment, Raptors announcer Matt Devlin drops by to chat about OG Anunoby as a breakout player, the team’s preseason tour across Canada, and year two of Scottie Barnes vs. Evan Mobley (26:58). Finally, Alex pitches Will on the idea of the Raptors winning the Atlantic Division in the debut of "Between the Lines", presented by BetRivers (46:00).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/19/202249 minutes, 57 seconds
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Half-Court Offence Concerns! How Can Pascal and Scottie Improve This Season?

It’s True Hooper Tuesday! Will Lou is joined in the first segment by NBA analyst Mo Dakhil to chat about how the Raptors can improve their half-court offence this season, why the interchangeable roster pieces might hamper their progress on one end of the floor, and the importance of role definition on a team (00:33). In the second segment, Coach David Thorpe takes a deep dive into how Pascal Siakam and Scottie Barnes can take another step this season (28:14). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/18/202250 minutes, 28 seconds
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Nick Nurse Q&A

Will Lou sits down with Head Coach Nick Nurse to discuss the Raptors offseason, if there are any challenges to selling players on his creative defensive schemes, his core beliefs on coaching defence, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/17/202214 minutes, 54 seconds
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Nick Nurse Interview! Raptors Offseason Recap!

Will Lou and Alex Wong return for their first on-air show of the season and discuss expectations for “The Raptors Show” in year two, the summer of Will, and whether he prefers the Colosseum or Scotiabank Arena. Will sits down with Nick Nurse to discuss the Raptors offseason, if there are any challenges to selling players on his creative defensive schemes, his core beliefs on coaching defence, and more (10:47). Finally, Will and Alex recap the Raptors offseason, including early returns on Christian Koloko and the additional bench depth this season (32:43). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/17/202250 minutes, 12 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: O.G. Anunoby & Scottie Barnes Take Down Celtics in Another OT Thriller

Host William Lou breaks down the Toronto Raptors' 137-134 OT win over the Boston Celtics in preseason. Three stars: OG Anunoby, Scottie Barnes, Christian Koloko. Gerald Henderson award: Derrick White  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/15/202245 minutes, 55 seconds
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100 NBA Predictions with James Herbert

Alex Wong is joined by James Herbert of CBS Sports to make 100 NBA predictions (all numbers approximate) about the 2022-23 season including their pick for MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, 6th Man of the Year, Most Improved Player, Coach of the Year, Executive Of The Year, the Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year, and the Hustle Award. The two also discuss the first head coach to be fired, the first big-name player to be traded, what Raptors fans will get upset at the most, which two star players will stop getting along, the one bold prediction they would be willing to put a million dollars on, favorite over/under win totals, and their Finals predictions. Finally, Alex participates in another round of “Who He Play For.” The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/14/20221 hour, 49 minutes
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Top 5 Raptors Storylines with Savanna Hamilton

Alex Wong is joined by Sportsnet’s new Raptors sideline reporter Savanna Hamilton to chat about her new role and the importance of building relationships with the team. Alex shares his favorite locker room stories involving O.G. and Marc before the two discuss the top storylines heading into this Raptors season, including: what specific improvements they’d like to see from Scottie Barnes, the health of the roster, if Malachi Flynn and Dalano Banton can crack the rotation, and whether the team has a three-point shooting problem. Finally, Alex and Savanna chat about other NBA storylines including the long-term impact of the Draymond Green-Jordan Poole incident, the once-in-a-generation tank job that’s coming for Victor Wembanyama, and whether this era of basketball belongs to LeBron James or Steph Curry. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/13/20221 hour, 31 minutes, 17 seconds
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Western Conference Tiers with Jay Caspian Kang

Alex Wong is joined by Jay Caspian Kang to chat about his book “The Loneliest Americans,” discovering your Asian identity growing up, Linsanity vs. MC Jin’s “Freestyle Friday” run, LL Cool J. vs. Canibus, the Raptors fan base, and how online conversations about basketball have changed over the past decade. Later, the two dive into their Western Conference tiers and chat about the Warriors’ chances of repeating, if the Pelicans or Wolves can be a surprise team, and Jay’s newfound Sacramento Kings fandom.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/12/20221 hour, 41 minutes, 6 seconds
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Eastern Conference Tiers with Trey Kerby and Tas Melas

Alex Wong is joined by Trey Kerby and Tas Melas of “No Dunks” to discuss Toronto sports fandom after the Blue Jays’ disappointing weekend and why Alex can’t wear his throwback Ichiro jersey for a year before the trio dive into Eastern Conference tiers for the upcoming season and discuss: if the Bucks are the overall favorite, why the Sixers are getting so much hype, whether the Raptors should be considered a contender, where the Nets will finish, if the Cavs and Hawks can make it into the top six, and why naming your entire roster on a preview podcast is a bad omen for your team. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/11/20221 hour, 8 minutes, 14 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Reserves Complete Thrilling Comeback in OT Win

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 125-119 OT win over the Boston Celtics in preseason. Three stars: Dalano Banton, Jeff Dowtin, Josh Jackson. Gerald Henderson award: Sam Hauser.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/6/202230 minutes, 31 seconds
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Best Case/Worst Case Scenario for the Raptors! Biggest Questions of the 2022-23 NBA Season!

Alex Wong is joined by theScore’s Joseph Casciaro to discuss the best and worst case scenario for the Raptors this season as they dive into how the team can finish at the top of the East, Precious Achiuwa as an X-factor, and if Nick Nurse will cut Fred’s minutes from 37 to 35. Later, Alex and Joe share their biggest questions for the upcoming NBA season, including whether the Nets will self-destruct after 20 games, if the Bucks should be considered East favorites, James Harden’s potential bounce-back year, if the Lakers have a pathway to contending, how the Suns are under the ultimate ‘vibes’ test, if the Pelicans can finish top four in the West, and whether Kawhi Leonard belongs in the “best player in the world” convo once again. Finally, Joe publicly shames Alex for ordering mozzarella sticks for breakfast. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/5/20221 hour, 27 minutes, 58 seconds
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Ranking The Most Important Training Camp Storylines

Alex Wong is joined by Oren Weisfeld to discuss their first impressions of the 2022-23 Raptors after their preseason win against Utah, including Fred VanVleet’s new role, the importance of Dalano Banton and Malachi Flynn, and the battle for the end-of-roster spot. Later, Oren provides a first-hand report of training camp in Victoria and discusses the most important training camp storylines from Scottie Barnes’ shooting mechanics, Pascal Siakam as a top-five player, and Otto Porter Jr.’s role with the team. Finally, Oren makes his case for why O.G. Anunoby can be an All-Star this season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/4/20221 hour, 24 minutes, 57 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Raps Start Strong with Blowout Win in Preseason Opener

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 114-82 win over the Utah Jazz in preseason action. Three stars: Precious Achiuwa, Chris Boucher, Dalano Banton/Malachi Flynn. Gerald Henderson award: Lauri Markkanen. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/3/202235 minutes, 28 seconds
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Chris Boucher Details Free Agency Process & Khem Birch on Recovering From Knee Surgery

Host William Lou speaks to Chris Boucher and Khem Birch on Media Day 2022 about how their respective offseasons went. Boucher explains his free agency process of returning to the Raptors and details how their offseason regiments were (2:18). Then, Birch discusses his injury-plagued season and talks about the upcoming Montreal exhibition game (12:25). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/28/202222 minutes, 51 seconds
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Media Day Recap and Behind The Scenes Notes!

Recorded live from media day at Hotel X in downtown Toronto, Will and Alex discuss expectations for the 2022-23 Raptors, the benefit of continuity, how the team is motivated by last year’s playoff loss, Pascal’s development, Fred’s minutes, the evolution of Vision 6’9”, Scottie playing point guard, and OG’s new name. Later, the two provide a behind-the-scenes look at their favourite moments from media day before wrapping up with a quick Friday wedding recap for the banter pod listeners. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/26/20221 hour, 21 minutes, 31 seconds
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The Offseason Banter Pod Finale

It’s the final banter pod before the start of the NBA season as Will shares his Ls this week from his last-minute attempt to get ramen with Yuta to having to delete his first tweet from the Raptors Show new account. The two dive into a series of NBA hot takes (1:03:00) including Russell Westbrook’s career, CP3 vs Kyle and 2018 LeBron vs. 2019 Kawhi before discussing what your McDonald’s order says about you (1:48:30). Later, Will and Alex answer another series of listener questions including boiled eggs, pumpkin spiced bubble tea, how the NBA could model themselves after the English Premier League, and Alex potentially getting a chicken fried rice tattoo. Finally, Will and Alex read another set of listener emails (3:03:00) to close out the show. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/22/20224 hours, 1 minute, 14 seconds
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Assessing The Raptors’ Depth Pieces Ahead Of Training Camp

Host William Lou is joined by dear friends Asad Alvi and Sahal Abdi to break down the lesser-known player on the Raptors’ bench. They discuss the gap at backup point guard, whether Khem Birch will have a bounce-back year, which young forwards will ultimately make the final roster, and surprisingly, there is a substantial amount of discussion over shawarmas. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/20/20221 hour, 55 minutes, 32 seconds
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Banter Pod: Alex Announces His Return, Listener Emails & Twitter/Instagram Mailbag

The banter pod returns and Alex’s contract negotiations are finally over. The two brainstorm banter pod guests for the season and Alex finds out what Will considers to be expensive. The two go through listener emails (42:45) and chat about Will’s leadership camp experience, beef patties in the city, real conversations with their parents, and Big 4 accounting firms. Finally, Will and Alex answer your questions (2:42:00) about the Mid-Autumn Festival, mooncakes, why Will hates Instagram, the most sentimental items they own, Halloween costumes, favourite non-Asian restaurants, Chinese bakery items, and Will’s TIFF selections. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/14/20224 hours, 5 minutes, 21 seconds
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Maximizing Pascal Siakam’s Potential, Gary Trent Jr.’s Role & Other Basketball-Related Questions

Host William Lou goes solo to answer basketball-related Twitter questions while saving the non-basketball ones for the Banter Pod. He discusses how to build the best team around Pascal Siakam, the next steps for Scottie Barnes, Gary Trent Jr.’s role on the team and his future, and other assorted Raptors questions. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
9/12/20221 hour, 45 minutes, 56 seconds
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Banter Pod: NBA Over/Under Win Totals, Yuta and Svi Move On, 90s Sports Quiz, Fan Questions

The banter pod returns. Please use timestamps to consume the episode at your leisure. Alex checks in on Will’s second trip to Montreal this summer before the two discuss favourite cities they would want to live in, an update on Will’s barbershop behaviour, and how Alex once secured a free Matt Thomas jersey. Later, Alex finds out how much Will knows about the 90s (36:00) as they discuss everything from Donovan Bailey vs. Michael Johnson to Pogs. The two chat about the personal impact of Yuta Watanabe’s departure (55:55), OG’s ceiling, criticism of Pascal Siakam as a crunchtime player, and if Kevin Durant had the worst summer in NBA superstar history. Finally, Will and Alex go through the 2022-23 over/under win totals for all 30 teams (1:21:01) before wrapping up the podcast with more listener emails (2:09:10) and questions from Instagram (2:55:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/31/20223 hours, 28 minutes, 12 seconds
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Raptors vs. Raptors at Rico Hines Run, Pascal Clutch Discussion, Svi Waived

Host William Lou goes solo on vacation to discuss the latest events relating to the Toronto Raptors. He discusses the Rico Hines runs, responds to criticism over Pascal Siakam's clutch performance in a pick up game (lol), and discuss corresponding roster options now that Svi Mykhailiuk has been waived. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/29/202246 minutes, 51 seconds
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Malachi Flynn and Scottie Barnes at the Ball Don’t Stop Toronto Pro Am

This episode is for pure hoopers. Host William Lou speaks to Ekam Nagra, founder of Ball Don’t Stop, about the Toronto Pro Am which featured Malachi Flynn and Scottie Barnes. They discuss how the event came together, Malachi and Scottie’s futures in the league, then transition into how Ball Don’t Stop came to be, and the polarizing reception that the channel receives. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/26/202247 minutes, 3 seconds
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The KD Saga is Finally Over, and The Raptors’ Path to 50-Plus Wins

Host William Lou chats with Vivek Jacob about the Kevin Durant saga reaching an anticlimactic end, what the Raptors’ best deal would have been, how the Raptors make the jump to championship contention, future superstar chases, charting a course to 55 wins next season, and then it’s all English Premier League discussion after 1:19:00. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/24/20221 hour, 56 minutes, 17 seconds
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Seeing The Game From An Referee’s Perspective

Host William Lou speaks to veteran Canadian official Victor Young about basketball officiating. They discuss how officials operate, common misconceptions, how to manage a game, the difficulties of the job both internally within the game and externally, and dive into Victor’s career path in basketball. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/22/20221 hour, 13 minutes, 23 seconds
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Banter Pod: Alex Previews All 82 Games Following Schedule Release

Welcome to another banter pod! Here are useful timestamps to help you navigate the content. Alex recaps his Montreal trip while Will details their secret Asian pickup run this week before the two discuss (39:35) the recent Rico Hines runs, Pascal’s generational stretch of IG captions this summer, and the potential signing of Jarrett Culver. Later (1:19:30), Alex makes predictions on all 82 games for the upcoming Raptors season, before the two dive into another set of reader e-mails (1:42:25). Finally, Will and Alex answer mailbag questions to wrap up the pod (2:35:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/19/20224 hours, 19 minutes, 35 seconds
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Jalen Harris Reinstated, WNBA Expansion, and Where in the World is Savanna Hamilton

Host William Lou catches up with Savanna Hamilton of Raptors Today. They discuss Summer League takeaways, Nick Nurse’s charity golf tournament, CEBL season, Jalen Harris being reinstated, and a potential WNBA expansion for Toronto. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/17/20221 hour, 8 minutes, 30 seconds
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Twitter Mailbag: Raptors Defensive Approach, Expectations for Next Season

Host William Lou is joined by Libaan Osman of The Toronto Star to answer listener questions. The first hour-plus is Raptors content, the rest is about everything else. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/15/20222 hours, 14 minutes, 51 seconds
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How Scottie Barnes & Pascal Siakam Can Take the Raptors to a New Level

Host William Lou speaks to David Thorpe of Truehoop on how Scottie Barnes and Pascal Siakam can take the next step in their careers, how the Raptors as a whole finish with 50-plus wins, and discuss the player development business. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/10/202258 minutes, 54 seconds
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Rico Hines Run Impressions, KD Reignites Trade Demand, Vince Carter’s Complicated Legacy

Host William Lou is joined by Josh Hart to discuss the Toronto Raptors showing up en masse at the UCLA runs headed by assistant coach Rico Hines, Kevin Durant re-issuing his trade demand, and Vince Carter’s complicated relationship with the fanbase all these years later. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/9/20222 hours, 11 minutes, 34 seconds
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Banter Pod: Raptors Summer Scrimmages, Nick Nurse in Hungary, the Birth of Panda Pod

Welcome to another banter pod! Will Lou and Alex Wong chat about their first bank account, riding in Alex’s 2001 Honda Civic, chicken balls, chicken feet, durian, and the idea of a “panda pod” before diving into this week’s Raptors news (50:14) including the team’s training camp and pre-season schedule, end of roster moves, the Rico Hines runs, Nick Nurse’s expectations for this coming season, whether Toronto can finish as a top-two seed, Bruno to Boston, Raptors statues outside of Scotiabank Arena, and KD sitting down with Joe Tsai. Later, Will and Alex go through listener emails (1:54:11) from Jackson Hole, Wyoming to Bologna, Italy and discuss the origin story of “hello and welcome” and the Costco hot dog before they wrap up (2:49:25) by putting every Raptor player into their own fandom tier.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
8/5/20223 hours, 33 minutes, 9 seconds
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Banter Pod: Raptors Sign 'Hustle' Star Juancho Hernangomez, Precious Achiuwa Poised for Breakout

Will Lou speaks to Alex Wong for another extended episode of the Banter Pod. Basketball topics include Raptors signing Juancho Hernangomez, Precious Achiuwa's chances for a breakout year, and how the East improved this offseason. Non-basketball topics include 90 percent of the episode. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/29/20224 hours, 7 minutes, 6 seconds
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What it's like to cover the Raptors in French

Will Lou speaks to Mike Laviolle of L'Express about the experience of covering the Toronto Raptors in French. They discuss the international popularity of the Raptors, the specific challenges of sports journalism during the pandemic, and discuss how basketball development differs in Europe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/27/202254 minutes, 45 seconds
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Jaylen Brown for KD, Raptors Included in Donovan Mitchell Report, 905 Hires Eric Khoury

Will Lou talks to Blake Murphy about the latest developments in the Kevin Durant sweepstakes, being linked to the Donovan Mitchell trade scenarios, and getting to know 905 head coach Eric Khoury. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/25/202258 minutes, 2 seconds
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Banter Pod: OG Wants Bigger Role, Extended Mailbag, 10 Things We Can’t Live Without

Will Lou and Alex Wong return with another extended mailbag even though they said they wouldn’t. They discuss more Kevin Durant non-updates, OG Anunoby reportedly wanting a bigger role, Malachi Flynn’s 73-point game, answer more mailbag questions, and give 10 things they can’t live without. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/22/20223 hours, 25 minutes, 40 seconds
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Summer League Takeaways on Dalano Banton, Christian Koloko, and Jeff Dowtin Jr.

Will Lou speaks with Raptors reporter Oren Weisfeld on standout performances from Summer League. They discuss Dalano Banton’s improvements, Christian Koloko needing more work, and the signing of summer standout Jeff Dowtin Jr. Listen through the end for dating advice in Toronto. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/20/20221 hour, 16 minutes, 21 seconds
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Behind The Scenes In Summer League With Lindsay Dunn

Will Lou speaks with Lindsay Dunn of CityNews about the mood in Summer League, covering celebrated musicians like Drake and Nick Nurse, her start in media, and the challenges of being a woman in sports media. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/18/20221 hour, 9 minutes, 37 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Raps Win, But Not By Enough to Qualify for Championship Game

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 88-78 win over the Miami Heat at Las Vegas Summer League. Will discusses a strong showing from Ron Harper Jr., Christian Koloko’s disruptiveness on defense, and the strong point guard play from Armoni Brooks, Jeff Dowtin Jr. and Dalano Banton. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/16/202229 minutes, 9 seconds
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Banter Pod! The Four-Hour Mega Mailbag Where Every Question Is Answered!

Will Lou and Alex Wong answer mailbag questions from fans. For the first and last time, they answer each question (roughly 150) on everything from Raptors news to general life advice. You’re a true fan if you listen through this entire episode. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/15/20224 hours, 55 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Jeff Dowtin Comes Up Clutch In Summer League Win

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 80-74 win over the Utah Jazz in Las Vegas Summer League. Will covers DJ Wilson’s bounce-back game, Jeff Dowtin continuing to impress, weaknesses in Christian Koloko’s game, and discusses Justin Champagnie’s new deal. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/14/202238 minutes
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Raptors Reaction: Dalano Banton Cools Off After Dominant Start

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 93-83 loss to the Chicago Bulls in Las Vegas Summer League. Will discusses Dalano Banton's upside and ability to change the game, Christian Koloko's weaknesses beginning to show, Jeff Dowtin continuing to impress, and covers the lackluster showings from DJ Wilson, Ron Harper Jr., and David Johnson. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/13/202231 minutes, 32 seconds
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Offseason Banter Pod! KD Non-update! CCYAA Celeb Classic Recap! Poker Bluff of the Century!

Will Lou and Alex Wong begin their offseason podcast-only era with a jam-packed two-hour episode. First, they provide a non-update on Kevin Durant and discuss how his legacy could change depending on his next destination (4:30). They reminisce about the time James Harden tried to shoot one-legged fadeaways before the two reveal how they prepared for CCYAA Celeb Classic play-by-play duties in a coffee shop on Friday, why Alex has ESPN.com as his home page, peer pressuring Jeremy Lin into shooting, whether Ronny Chieng is really Alex's friend, and Will's Wilt Chamberlain 100-point game theory (35:45). Finally, Will and Alex chat about summer league and Global Jam before diving into Alex's bluff of the century against Will at their Sunday night poker game (1:19:10). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/11/20221 hour, 54 minutes, 1 second
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Raptors Reaction: First Look at Christian Koloko in Summer League

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 97-77 win over the Philadelphia 76ers in Las Vegas Summer League. Will covers the positives and negatives in Christian Koloko’s debut, Armoni Brooks lighting up from three, Dalano Banton’s up and down game, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/10/202233 minutes, 4 seconds
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Christian Koloko Q&A

Will Lou is joined by Raptors centre and 33rd overall draft pick Christian Koloko to discuss growing up in Cameroon, his decision to leave the country and play overseas in the U.S., joining and playing for the Arizona Wildcats in college, his draft experience including the workouts and draft night, preparing for his Summer League debut, the transition from being in a college environment to the NBA scene, why Kevin Durant is his favourite player, and shares which footballers he enjoyed watching growing up. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/8/202224 minutes, 27 seconds
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Interview of the Century with Christian Koloko

Will Lou is joined by Raptors centre and 33rd overall draft pick Christian Koloko (1:41) to discuss growing up in Cameroon, his decision to leave the country and play in the United States, joining the Arizona Wildcats program, his draft experience, preparing for his Summer League debut, the transition from the college to the NBA environment, why Kevin Durant is his favourite player, and shares which footballers he enjoyed watching. Afterward, Will and Alex share their experience watching the GLOBAL JAM, their level of fatigue discussing a potential Durant trade, Alex's dream scenario for Kevin, and recapped their first year with Sportsnet (27:47). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/8/202249 minutes, 44 seconds
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Otto Porter Jr. Q&A

Newest Raptors forward Otto Porter Jr. joins Will Lou to chat about winning the 2022 NBA championship with the Golden State Warriors, growing up in a small town in Missouri, who taught him to shoot the ball, his time with the Washington Wizards and the playoff matchups against Toronto, the comparisons between the current Raptors and the Boston Celtics, being a fan of Allen Iverson, and his love for cars and the subject of history.  Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/7/202213 minutes, 44 seconds
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Interview of the Century with Otto Porter Jr.

Newest Raptors forward Otto Porter Jr. joins Will Lou to look back at the Golden State Warriors' championship celebration, growing up in Morley, Missouri, his time with the Washington Wizards and the playoff series against the Raptors, the similarities between Toronto's roster and the Boston Celtics, why he wanted to be like Allen Iverson, and his love for history and cars (00:47). Then, Imman Adan of Dishes & Dimes stops by to discuss the leverage the Brooklyn Nets have surrounding a Kevin Durant trade, the origin of 6-foot-9 roster construction, and the front office's defence-first philosophy (26:07).  Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/7/202250 minutes, 12 seconds
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Who Are the Raptors Top Trade Assets?

Will is joined by Raptors.com's Vivek Jacob to rank the team's top trade assets, weigh the value between OG Anunoby and Fred VanVleet, and share his best and final offer for Kevin Durant (00:26). To wrap up, Co-founder of Raptors Republic Zarar Siddiqi jumps on to discuss the level of enthusiasm fans have for Scottie Barnes following his rookie year, if the current core can reach championship levels, and the sacrifices the team would be making if there was a trade for Durant (30:34).   Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/6/202249 minutes, 46 seconds
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Coach's Report on #33 Draft Pick Christian Koloko

Arizona Wildcats Associate Head Coach Jack Murphy joins Will Lou to share his impressions of Christian Koloko when he first joined the men's basketball program, the strides he's made in his offensive game, what qualities he brought to the locker room and what he could bring to the Raptors' roster (00:29). Next, Light Years Podcast's Andy Liu stops by to chat about the Warriors' chances to win the championship again next year, the scouting report on Otto Porter Jr., and weigh the positives and negatives of having Kevin Durant on your team (26:47). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/5/202250 minutes, 2 seconds
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What Will It Take for a Kevin Durant Trade to Toronto?

Will Lou is joined by Blake Murphy to break down a potential trade for Kevin Durant to Toronto, which players on the Raptors are untouchable, why team building and player development could be affected with a move for Durant, and list out probable package deals (01:24). Afterward, the guys take a deep dive into the deal for Otto Porter Jr., the details of his contract, and what he can bring to the roster (42:58).   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/4/202249 minutes, 57 seconds
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Kevin Durant for Scottie Barnes? Raptors Sign Otto Porter! Chris and Thad are Back!

Will Lou is joined by Alex Wong to discuss hypothetical trade scenarios to bring Kevin Durant to Toronto and whether they would include Scottie Barnes in any potential deal. Later, the two react to Toronto acquiring Otto Porter and the re-signing of Chris Boucher and Thad Young. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
7/1/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 21 seconds
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Previewing Free Agency with Michael Grange

Will Lou is joined by Sportsnet's Michael Grange to preview the official start of free agency tonight (01:04). The two discuss: Toronto's confidence level in re-signing Chris Boucher and Thad Young, if OG Anunoby or Gary Trent Jr. are on the trading block this summer, if Toronto might land one of Deandre Ayton, Rudy Gobert, or Jakob Poeltl, and if Donte DiVincenzo and Thomas Bryant might make sense as mid-level exception targets. Later, Will explains why the Raptors franchise is in a great spot as they look to re-tool the roster this summer (39:56). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/30/202249 minutes, 57 seconds
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A Potential Extension for Fred VanVleet? Deandre Ayton's Fit in Toronto

Will Lou is joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to discuss what a potential extension for Fred VanVleet might look like and the pros and cons of signing him to a long-term contract (01:48). Later on, the two discuss reported trade packages for OG Anunoby, before figuring out whether Deandre Ayton would be a good fit with the Raptors (32:35).   Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/29/202249 minutes, 58 seconds
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Raptors Free Agency Primer with Blake Murphy

Will Lou is joined in-studio by Sportsnet’s Blake Murphy to discuss the biggest questions surrounding the Raptors in the upcoming free agency period and the market for Chris Boucher and Thad Young (00:21). Later, Will and Blake go through potential mid-level exception targets for the team to pursue (34:04). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/28/202249 minutes, 46 seconds
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How Close Are the Raptors to Contending Next Season?

Will Lou is joined by Savanna Hamilton, host of Raptors Today, to chat about why Christian Koloko might be the steal of the draft, Ron Harper Jr.'s potential fit with the team, and Patrick Mutombo's recent departure to Phoenix (00:22). Later, Will talks to Asad Alvi about why the Raptors might be closer to contending in the East than most people think (30:17). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/27/202250 minutes, 2 seconds
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Draft Recap with Oren Weisfeld and Adam Spinella

Will Lou is back and is joined by Oren Weisfeld to share his impressions on Toronto's draft pick Christian Koloko, how he fits on the roster, the flexibility he brings to the team's defensive matchups, why an OG Anunoby trade with the Portland Trailblazers didn't make sense, and how some of the Canadian draftees fit on their respective teams (02:15). The Box and One's Adam Spinella looks at Koloko's contributions at Arizona and how he can translate his game into the NBA, if his scoring touch will be a concern and gives out the scouting report on the Raptors' undrafted pickup Ron Harper Jr. (29:18).  Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/24/202250 minutes
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Nick Nurse Q&A

Blake Murphy is joined by Toronto Raptors head coach Nick Nurse to share his takeaways from the NBA playoffs (04:24), what he's learned from the post-season (05:44), his involvement with the draft (07:24), balancing the offence between his players this past season (10:54), and his excitement for an upcoming performance with Prince's former band at the Toronto Jazz Festival (00:42).   Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/23/202218 minutes, 36 seconds
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Interview of the Century with Nick Nurse + Draft Preview with Sam Vecenie

Blake Murphy is joined by Toronto Raptors Head Coach Nick Nurse to share what he's learned from watching the playoffs, his involvement with the draft, balancing the offence between his players this past season, and his upcoming performance with Prince's former band at the Toronto Jazz Festival (2:45). The Athletic's Sam Vecenie reveals his top picks for the 2022 NBA draft, why he's high on Jabari Smith Jr. and Chet Holmgren, the Canadian talent in the pool, and why Ismael Kamagate may be a good fit for the Raptors with the 33rd pick (25:07).  Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/23/202249 minutes, 36 seconds
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Warriors Championship Recap with Jama Mahlalela

Blake Murphy is joined by NBA Big Board's Rafael Barlowe to discuss the changes in scouting over the years, which prospect would fit on the Raptors, and how many Canadians he sees getting drafted this year (01:15). Warriors Assistant Coach Jama Mahlalela shares where he ranks Golden State's championship win, the development of the team's core, the decision to join Steve Kerr's coaching staff, and how his head coaching stint with the 905 prepared him for this jump (23:01). Finally, Raptors Republic's Mac Cunningham looks at the different options Toronto can choose with their 33rd draft pick (35:53).   Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/21/202249 minutes, 51 seconds
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Raptors Draft & Offseason Targets + Canadian Prospects

Blake Murphy guest hosts this week and is joined by Raptors Republic's Samson Folk to share his takeaways from the NBA playoffs following the Warriors' championship win, before identifying what's on his wish list for the Raptors' offseason, a suitable piece at the centre position, what's changed in his scouting philosophy, and who Toronto should pursue with the #33 pick (01:12). Later on, Wes Brown of the Monday Morning Scouting Report previews the Canadian perspective of the draft including where he sees Wildcats guard Ben Mathurin landing, Shaedon Sharpe's outlook, and why Caleb Houstan's stock may have dropped (31:13).   Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/20/202249 minutes, 32 seconds
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NBA Finals Game 6 Recap With Vivek Jacob

Alex Wong is joined in studio by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to recap Golden State’s championship-clinching win in Boston. They discuss Jayson Tatum’s shortcomings in this series, why this is the most meaningful Warriors championship of the past decade, and what the Raptors can take away from the series. Later, the two chat about Fred VanVleet’s potential extension with Toronto this summer and his long-term role with the team (31:12).Watch on YouTube!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/17/202249 minutes, 41 seconds
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The 2019 Raptors Championship Season Draft

Alex Wong is joined Libaan Osman of The Toronto Star to discuss his culinary interests, personal memories from the Raptors championship season, and whether Toronto could have three-peated with Kawhi Leonard (00:34). Later, the two draft their favourite moments from the 2019 Raptors championship season with James Herbert of CBS Sports (22:54). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/15/202249 minutes, 41 seconds
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Jeremy Lin Q&A + NBA Finals Game 5 Recap

Alex Wong is joined by Sportsnet’s Blake Murphy to chat about Game 5 of the NBA Finals, Jayson Tatum’s fourth quarter struggles, and whether Andrew Wiggins is in the running for Finals MVP (00:29). Later, Alex sits down with Jeremy Lin to chat about his new basketball school in Toronto, how he feels about his role on the 2019 Raptors three years after the championship, and appreciating "Linsanity" 10 years later (25:54). Finally, CCYAA Co-Founder Clement Chu joins the program to provide more details about their upcoming celebrity classic taking place in July (38:01). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/14/202249 minutes, 44 seconds
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NBA Finals Game 4 Recap with Savanna Hamilton

Alex Wong is joined in-studio by Savanna Hamilton to recap Steph Curry’s iconic performance in Game 4 of the NBA Finals in Boston, Steve Kerr’s decision to bench Draymond Green in the fourth quarter, Jayson Tatum’s struggles in the series so far, how the Steph-KD Warriors are viewed, and which player they would pick to start a franchise with (08:13). Later, the two draft their starting lineup for a potential Toronto media basketball game and chat about the recent trade rumours surrounding OG Anunoby (36:19). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/13/202249 minutes, 49 seconds
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Bizarro Raptors Show with Ennis Esmer and Tom Henry

Alex Wong is joined by actor Ennis Esmer and comedian Tom Henry to chat about whether the Raptors are actually Canada’s team and the recent trade rumours surrounding OG Anunoby, before discussing the trend of NBA players getting into acting and comedy (02:56). Later, the trio discuss potential rule changes to the NBA and if there should be an age limit for wearing sports jerseys in real life (27:46). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/10/202249 minutes, 24 seconds
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NBA Finals Game 3 Recap with Joseph Casciaro

Alex Wong is joined by theScore’s Joseph Casciaro to recap Game 3 of the NBA Finals and discuss whether the Warriors are running out of answers, Robert Williams’ defensive impact and the controversy around Draymond’s podcasting (03:54). Later, the two go around the NBA and discuss Pat Riley’s comments on Kyle Lowry’s conditioning, Donovan Mitchell soft-launching his trade request, and Darvin Ham’s belief in Russell Westbrook (31:29). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/9/202249 minutes, 43 seconds
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How Will The Raptors Approach This Year's Draft?

Will Lou is joined by Sportsnet's Blake Murphy to review Toronto's draft history in the Masai Ujiri era. From Bruno Caboclo to Pascal Siakam to Scottie Barnes, the two look at recent draft trends by the team, discuss the pros and cons of selecting experienced college players, how the franchise tries to weigh short-term success versus long-term development, and what skillset the Raptors have targeted in recent years (00:27). Later, the two look at some specific prospects who might be available in the second round (33:48).   Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/7/202250 minutes, 8 seconds
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All-Time NBA Finals Moments Draft

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Golden State’s bounce-back performance in Game 2, Draymond Green’s antics, how the Warriors won with their defence and concern over Klay Thompson’s play in the series so far (03:39). Later, James Herbert of CBS Sports joins the program help draft our favourite NBA Finals moments of all-time (28:21). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/6/202250 minutes
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NBA Finals Game 1 Recap with Andy Liu

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Andy Liu of the Light Years Pod to discuss Boston’s fourth quarter comeback in Game 1, Draymond Green and Jordan Poole’s role in the series, and how Warriors fans feel about Kevin Durant’s three year stint in Golden State (02:16). Later, Will and Alex predict the NBA Finals storylines for the next two off days before Game 2 on Sunday (32:48). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/3/202249 minutes, 54 seconds
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Raptors Trade Value Rankings + NBA Finals Preview with Mo Dakhil

Will Lou is joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to chat about who is actually untouchable on Toronto’s roster, which player has the most trade value on the market this summer, and how Golden State and Boston built their team over the past decade (00:26). Later on, Mo Dakhil drops by to preview the NBA Finals (28:05)! Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
6/1/202249 minutes, 46 seconds
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OG Anunoby Trade Rumours (??) A Very Early NBA Draft Preview with Blake Murphy

Will Lou is joined by Sportsnet’s Blake Murphy to chat about today’s report of OG Anunoby’s dissatisfaction with his role on the Raptors, what his offensive potential could be on this team, and what might his trade value be in the open market (00:42). Later, the two take a very early look at who the Raptors might consider to draft with their second-round pick (34:56). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/31/202249 minutes, 50 seconds
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Will and Alex Recap a Terrible Weekend

Will Lou is joined by Alex Wong to discuss how terrible things come in threes. First, Will cries about Liverpool’s Champions League loss (00:53). Second, Alex recaps his poker bad beats over the weekend (03:11). Lastly, the two chat about Boston advancing to the NBA Finals, Jimmy Butler’s potential series-clinching three and Kyle Lowry’s Game 7 performance before diving into an early NBA Finals preview and their favorite storylines for the next two weeks (04:00). Finally, Will and Alex discuss Pascal Siakam’s All-NBA selection and his career journey so far (37:34), before Blake Murphy pops by to explain the Tommy Pham-Joc Pederson situation to Will (45:34). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/30/202249 minutes, 55 seconds
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Fan Questions Friday with Will and Alex

Will Lou and Alex Wong answer your fan questions about whether the Raptors should go for a shooting guard or centre in the offseason, who is untouchable on the roster, where they think Toronto will finish in the East standings next season, Justin Champagnie’s role on the team, what the main “Raptors Show” anime filler arc will be next season, what they would try to pull off in a dunk contest, Will Lou’s best fit this season, their Stanley Cup picks, and much more! Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/27/202249 minutes, 43 seconds
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Did the Raptors Win the Kyle Lowry Sign-And-Trade?

Will Lou is joined by Sportsnet’s Amy Audibert to chat about the trend of blowouts in the conference finals, Ime Udoka’s impact on the culture in Boston, whether the Celtics are the team to beat in the East moving forward, and the growth of the CEBL (00:22). Later, Will talks to Raptors 905 sideline reporter and host of “Raptors Today” Savanna Hamilton about Kyle Lowry’s struggles in the conference finals, a Bahamas trip he organized before the playoffs, and whether the Raptors won the Lowry sign-and-trade (30:22) Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/26/202250 minutes
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How Can Pascal Siakam Improve on His All-NBA Season?

Will Lou is joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to discuss Alex’s search for a Premier League team to root for, Pascal Siakam making All-NBA Third Team and if he could become the greatest Raptor of all-time (00:40). Later, theScore’s Joe Wolfond checks in to discuss the importance of an All-NBA selection over making an All-Star team, the latest drama from Brooklyn where Kevin Durant has reportedly not talked to the front office since the end of the season, and what the top four in the East might look like moving forward (32:36). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/25/202250 minutes, 40 seconds
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The Underwhelming Conference Finals + Canada Basketball’s Path to the 2024 Olympics

Will Lou is joined by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy to discuss how injuries have dominated the Eastern Conference Finals, Miami’s reliance on a 36-year-old Kyle Lowry, how Andrew Wiggins has found a perfect role with the Warriors, and an appreciation for Golden State’s decade-long run (01:29). Later, Will and Blake discuss Canada Basketball’s path towards qualifying for the 2024 Olympics and Jalen Harris signing with the CEBL’s Scarborough Shooting Stars (31:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/24/202249 minutes, 36 seconds
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Will and Alex Answer Your Twitter Questions!

Will Lou and Alex Wong spend the full hour answering your Twitter questions! They discuss the ceiling for this Raptors core, if expectations are too high for Scottie Barnes, trading for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, their favourite malls in Toronto, Alex’s Jeremy Lin box score memorabilia, what sport they would want to play if they were pro athletes, which NBA city would Will relocate to, and much more! Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/20/202249 minutes, 58 seconds
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True or False Thursday!

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss the early trends of the conference finals, whether Jimmy Butler is the most underrated playoff superstar, if Jalen Harris can find a role with the Raptors next season, and how far Toronto is from championship contention (00:49). Later, the two announce a new Global Ambassador for The Raptors Show and discuss why they would pick Kawhi Leonard over any other player for a best-of-seven series (31:29). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/19/202249 minutes, 50 seconds
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Will Toronto Ever Become An NBA Free Agency Destination?

Will Lou is joined by Oren Weisfeld of Raptors Republic to discuss his recent story about why it’s only a matter of time before the Raptors become a free agency destination and what it might mean for the Canadian talent in the NBA (00:29). The two also discuss how Toronto might address their shooting needs this offseason and the potential return of Jalen Harris (17:17). Later, Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com calls in to break down Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Celtics and Heat (29:11). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/18/202249 minutes, 54 seconds
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Toronto Raptors Offseason Primer with Blake Murphy

Will Lou is joined by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy for an in-depth offseason primer on the Raptors including Chris Boucher and Thad Young’s free agency value, potential extensions for Fred VanVleet and Pascal Siakam, and potential mid-level exception signings (03:43). Later, Will and Blake look at Deandre Ayton and Rudy Gobert’s fit with the Raptors, before previewing the pair of conference finals matchups (31:45) Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/17/202249 minutes, 59 seconds
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The "Will and Alex Recap The Second Round" Episode

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss their (mostly) successful poker night on Saturday before diving into the two Game 7s on the weekend, starting with Boston’s dominant performance over Milwaukee, and the larger question of what role small guards can play on contending teams and what Fred VanVleet’s ideal role is on the Raptors (00:39). In the second segment, Will and Alex sort through Phoenix’s embarrassing Game 7 performance, Patrick Beverley’s ESPN revenge tour, and make their conference finals picks (30:50). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/16/202249 minutes, 52 seconds
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The Official Asian Heritage Month Draft

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss the storylines from the second round of the playoffs including another early exit for the Philadelphia 76ers, the Bucks-Celtics series, and why the Warriors might be in trouble. Later, CCYAA co-founder Clement Chu joins the program to discuss his organization’s involvement with the Toronto Raptors dating back to the 1995-96 season (25:58). Finally, the trio draft their favourite Raptors, athletes, and celebrities in the official Asian Heritage Month draft (32:43). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/13/202249 minutes, 23 seconds
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The Many Different Paths to Contention for the Raptors

Alex Wong is joined by Sportsnet’s Faizal Khamisa to reflect on the three-year anniversary of Kawhi’s iconic shot (06:27). The two discuss their favourite recent Toronto sports memories before diving into how playoff teams including Milwaukee, Boston, and Miami provide a model for how the Raptors can potentially return to championship contention. Later, Alex and Faizal celebrate Asian Heritage Month by discussing their immigrant childhood experiences including becoming figure skaters and finding a way from the business world to sports (35:54). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/12/202249 minutes, 31 seconds
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2021-22 Player Review (Spice & Dice Edition)

Will Lou is joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to review Pascal Siakam’s 2021-22 season including his improved play-making, his path to becoming a three-level scorer and how the Raptors' forward took another step in being a leader this season (00:43). Later, Oren Weisfeld of Raptors Republic calls in to chat about the two versions of Fred VanVleet we saw this season, before diving into his defensive impact and how he can improve at the point guard position (29:24).   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/10/202249 minutes, 20 seconds
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Joel Embiid on Raptors Fans! Favourite Second Round Storylines!

Will Lou and Alex Wong start off discussing Joel Embiid’s comments regarding Raptors fans and their behaviour during the first round and debate the unwritten rules of player-fan interactions (07:53); before diving into their favourite second round storylines including James Harden’s bounce-back game, Giannis as the best player in the league, Chris Paul’s struggles, and the discourse over flagrant fouls in the Warriors-Grizzlies series (28:13). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/9/202249 minutes, 49 seconds
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Twitter Questions Friday (Off-Season Edition)!

Will Lou and Alex Wong answer your Twitter questions including what they would like Scottie Barnes to improve on next season, Gary Trent Jr. vs Norman Powell, which player from the core group is most likely to be traded, favourite boba tea spots, dream guests, what they do when there are no Raptors games on, what they would ask Masai if they had truth serum, and a whole lot more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/6/202249 minutes, 57 seconds
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The "Will Lou Makes A Bunch Of Compliment Sandwiches" Episode

Will Lou is joined by Sportsnet's Amy Audibert a.k.a. The Global Ambassador of "The Raptors Show" to discuss the Lakers and their interest in interviewing Adrian Griffin for their head coaching vacancy (01:47). The two then dive into making compliment sandwiches for the Raptors core including Fred VanVleet and Pascal Siakam (07:01), before Will is joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to chat about what Chris Boucher and Precious Achiuwa can improve on this offseason and share a bit of banter about the second round of the playoffs (33:32). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/5/202250 minutes, 11 seconds
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What to Expect From the Raptors Core Moving Forward?

Will Lou (live from Macau where he’s playing poker?) and Alex Wong (celebrating Asian Heritage Month as always) link up for another hour of riveting Raptors content as they dive into player exit interviews to chat about expectations moving forward for Fred VanVleet, Pascal Siakam as a leader and three-level scorer (05:30). They carry on that theme in the back-half by discussing what Scottie Barnes should focus on this off-season, the one thing Will would love to see from OG Anunoby and Gary Trent Jr. next season, and the amazing development story of Precious Achiuwa (33:02). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/4/202249 minutes, 44 seconds
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Masai Ujiri Exit Interview Recap!

Will Lou and Alex Wong dive into Masai Ujiri’s end of season presser including his belief in the team’s roster construction moving forward, where the Raptors might find flexibility in team building, and the end of the Nick Nurse to the Los Angeles Lakers rumors (03:38). Later, the two share details on their upcoming Asian Heritage Month live event, before chatting about Masai’s enduring trust and belief in the core group, specifically Fred VanVleet and Pascal Siakam (32:51). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates
5/3/202249 minutes, 54 seconds
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Nick Nurse Exit Interview Recap!

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Joel Embiid’s latest injury, the start of the second round, Giannis as the face of the league, and sort through their first round predictions from the NBA Playoffs (00:54). Afterwards, the pair discuss their main takeaways from Nick Nurse’s exit interview this morning including the head coach’s wish list for the offseason, his thoughts on the Lakers rumors, managing Fred VanVleet’s minutes moving forward, and what he expects from Scottie Barnes next season (28:02). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
5/2/202250 minutes
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“The End of the 2021-22 Raptors Season” Episode

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss the end of the 2021-22 season for the Toronto Raptors and their Game 6 loss at home to the Philadelphia 76ers and what ultimately doomed them (00:21), before giving thanks to everyone in the extended Raptors Show universe (30:25). In the second hour, CNN’s Daniel Dale joins the program for a roundtable on the team’s most glaring needs this offseason, the reasons for optimism, and how he would grade the season (55:16). Finally, Sportsnet’s Alvin Williams calls in to chat about his experience as a television analyst this year, the origin story of how every NBA player ends up in Cancun, and his takeaways from the Sixers-Raptors series (01:17:19). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/29/20221 hour, 39 minutes, 26 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Season Comes to an End

Will Lou looks back at the Raptors blowout loss to the Sixers in Game 6, ending their season and discussed how James Harden got Philadelphia's offence going, their zone defence being effective against Toronto, taking the ball out of Pascal Siakam's hands, the need for 3-point shooters, Scottie Barnes' emergence this year and in the playoffs, and what improvements he expects from the Raptors ahead of next season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/29/202245 minutes, 30 seconds
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Malcolm Miller on Raptors-Sixers! Blame Game In Philly! Game 6 Preview

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by former Toronto Raptors forward Malcolm Miller for a behind the scenes look at Nick Nurse’s scouting report, the team’s strategy against Joel Embiid in 2019, and what he has seen in the Raptors-Sixers series so far (00:58). In the second segment, Chris Herring of Sports Illustrated calls in to talk about his recent feature on Toronto’s beautifully weird style of play and whether we are seeing a permanent decline from James Harden (28:06). In the second hour, Will and Alex are joined by theScore’s Joseph Casciaro to talk about the culture of blame in Philadelphia and who has the most to lose if the Sixers blow a 3-0 lead (54:08). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/28/20221 hour, 40 minutes, 16 seconds
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What Is the Real-Life Equivalent of Blowing a 3-0 Lead?

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss the challenge ahead for Toronto this week to complete the comeback against Philadelphia and run through real-life equivalents of blowing a 3-0 lead (02:47), before they're joined by Raptors play-by-play announcer a.k.a. the Director of Vibes of "The Raptors Show" Matt Devlin for a scene report from Game 5 at Wells Fargo Center and some more nickname brainstorming (30:16). In the second hour, Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com joins the program to chat about Fred VanVleet's injury and Doc Rivers' history of blowing 3-1 leads (54:10). Later, David Thorpe of TrueHoop calls in to chat about Scottie Barnes' rookie season and the ceiling for Pascal Siakam moving forward (01:15:32).  Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/27/20221 hour, 39 minutes, 44 seconds
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Two Wins Away From The Comeback Of The Century

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto’s Game 5 win in Philadelphia and the Raptors now being two wins away from the first 3-0 comeback in NBA history, before checking in on what the Philadelphia fans are saying about their team after two straight disappointing defeats (34:30). In the second hour, Will is joined by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy to chat about what Game 6 adjustments Doc Rivers and the Sixers can cook up, Precious Achiuwa’s development, and much more (52:56). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
4/26/20221 hour, 40 minutes, 59 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Sixers booed off the court as Raptors take Game 5

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 103-88 win over the Sixers and touches on Pascal Siakam leading the way yet again, Scottie Barnes fearlessness on the road, Precious Achiuwa’s two-way impact, and how the Raptors can continue to extend the series with their 6-foot-9 forwards. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/26/202239 minutes, 35 seconds
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Scottie Barnes Wins Rookie of the Year! Game 5 Wishlist

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto’s Game 4 victory over the weekend. including a playoff career-high performance from Pascal Siakam, Thad Young’s all-around play, and Joel Embiid’s officiating rant after the game (00:54). Later, the two celebrate Scottie Barnes winning Rookie of the Year (36:13) before they’re joined by Louis Zatzman of Raptors Republic to discuss Toronto’s strategy for Game 5 without Fred VanVleet (50:32). Finally, Will and Alex go through their wish list for tonight’s must-win matchup (01:17:15). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
4/25/20221 hour, 39 minutes, 27 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Pascal Siakam responds with 34 points in Game 4

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 110-102 win over the Sixers and touches on Pascal Siakam answering the challenge in Game 4, Scottie Barnes’ return and him winning Rookie of the Year, Fred VanVleet’s hip injury, and how the Raptors can continue to extend the series with their 6-foot-9 forwards. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/23/202239 minutes, 36 seconds
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Game 4 Preview! Raptors Playoff Stock Report

Will Lou and Alex Wong look ahead to Game 4 against the Sixers and react to afternoon practice quotes from Nick Nurse on his Game 3 regrets and Pascal Siakam on his expectations for tomorrow’s game (00:35), before getting into Friday shoutouts, an Asian Heritage Month live-event tease, and Magic Johnson's comments on Scottie Barnes (28:48). In the second hour, they are joined by Sahal Abdi of Raptors Republic for a stock report on the Raptors-Sixers series and a look ahead to what Toronto might do in the offseason (52:42). Finally, Will and Alex go around the NBA for a first round stock report on the Utah Jazz, Nikola Jokic, and Milwaukee’s chances of repeating as NBA Champions (01:25:15). Watch on YouTube! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/22/20221 hour, 39 minutes, 19 seconds
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The Day After The Raptors Lose A Heartbreaker

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto’s Game 3 loss to Philadelphia and dissect the final play which led to Joel Embiid’s game-winner (1:55). They also chat about Fred and Pascal’s disappointing performance, 3-0 clichés (18:09), before providing another arena sport and Drake’s performance as the global ambassador last night (33:39). In the second hour, Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com joins the show to chat about the ceiling of this team, OG as the best Raptor in the series so far, and the question of who the number one option on this team will be going forward (49:58). Finally, Will and Alex dial Oren Weisfeld of Raptors Republic to look ahead to Game 4 and the return of Scottie Barnes (1:18:41).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
4/21/20221 hour, 40 minutes, 27 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Revenge Game for Joel Embiid

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 104-101 overtime loss to the Sixers and touches on Joel Embiid's game-winning shot after Doc Rivers' timeout, Toronto's execution late in the game, Pascal Siakam scoreless in the second half, Gary Trent Jr., Precious Achiuwa, and OG Anunoby all having a better performance in Game 3, why this series is important for Embiid, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/21/202234 minutes, 40 seconds
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Game 3 Wish List! The Official Scotiabank Arena Food Rankings

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Scottie Barnes without his walking boot at morning shootaround and provide their wish list of things they want to see in Game 3 (3:08) before they’re joined by Harrison Sanford of Inside The Green Room to chat about how Philadelphia has managed to jump out to a 2-0 lead in the series (27:41). In the second hour, Will and Alex are joined by Sportsnet’s Amy Audibert to preview Game 3 (50:49). Finally, Will and Alex discuss their favorite food options at Scotiabank Arena before Will offers five tips of being a Raptors fan at a playoff game (1:18:40).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
4/20/20221 hour, 39 minutes, 50 seconds
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Playoff Clichés! Will Lou New Hobbies Brainstorm! Game 3 Adjustments

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto’s Game 2 loss in Philadelphia with an all-you-can-eat menu of playoff clichés (1:04). They dive into the officiating so far in this series, Nick Nurse vs Joel Embiid (5:29), before they’re joined by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy to try and find three new hobbies for Will (31:51). In the second hour, Will and Blake brainstorm ways to stop the Sixers on offence in Game 3, including strategies for guarding Tyrese Maxey and much more (50:31).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate. 
4/19/20221 hour, 40 minutes, 38 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Digging a Hole Down 0-2

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 112-97 loss to the Sixers in Game 2 and discussed Toronto's hot start cooling off after the first quarter, not capitalizing when Joel Embiid isn't on the floor, losing the defensive battle to Philly, Gary Trent Jr. feeling under the weather, when the offence looked promising, the adjustments they made from Game 1, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/19/202244 minutes, 15 seconds
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The Raptors Lose Another Game 1!

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto’s blowout loss on Saturday in Philadelphia to open their first round series including Scottie Barnes’ injury, the physicality of Game 1, their defensive strategy against Joel Embiid, and Nick Nurse’s post-game comments on the officiating (1:30). Later, Will and Alex share their holistic approach to the Game 1 loss (31:59) before looking ahead to tonight’s game with Sportsnet’s Alvin Williams (51:17) and Mo Dakhil of The Jump Ball (1:17:08).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
4/18/20221 hour, 40 minutes, 15 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Rough Game 1 Loss

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 131-111 loss to the Sixers in Game 1 and discussed the physicality throughout the match, Scottie Barnes leaving the game with a left ankle sprain, Toronto's defensive approach to Joel Embiid, their foul trouble in the first half, Tyrese Maxey leading Philly on offence, and the adjustments the Raps need to make ahead of Game 2. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/17/202245 minutes, 44 seconds
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Bobby Webster Q&A

Will Lou sits down with Toronto Raptors General Manager Bobby Webster to recap the regular season, including finding success in a development year, if he has secured a hug from Scottie Barnes, and Precious Achiuwa’s development. The two also discuss how Nick Nurse’s background as a shooting coach helps the players and the acquisition of Thad Young. Finally, Bobby talks about his decision to almost pursue a job with the CIA, reveals whether he enjoyed the sushi in Tampa, the backstory of Cafe 416 in the bubble, and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/16/202229 minutes, 20 seconds
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Interview of the Century with Bobby Webster

Will Lou sits down with Toronto Raptors general manager Bobby Webster to chat about the Sixers-Raptors series, his personal memories of “The Shot,” the team’s roster construction, the franchise’s scouting process and how they landed on Scottie Barnes (3:37). The two also discuss Bobby’s alternate career path with the CIA and how his mom feels about his son’s NBA job (24:55). Later, Will and Alex Wong give their Friday shoutouts and debut a new fan-submitted “Raptors Show” song (40:11) before they give their official predictions for the Sixers-Raptors series and guess who is most likely to end up at Insomnia Cookies (50:09). Finally, Alex and Will put a $100 gift card on the line as they each make first round predictions (1:22:59).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
4/15/20221 hour, 40 minutes, 8 seconds
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The Official Sixers-Raptors Roundtable

Louis Zatzman of Raptors Republic joins Alex Wong in the first segment to chat about the biggest storylines of Sixers-Raptors including how Philadelphia will defend Joel Embiid, what Pascal Siakam has to prove in these playoffs, and more (1:15). In the second segment, Will Lou and Alex are joined by Raptors 905 sideline reporter Savanna Hamilton to talk about the G-League season and Justin Champagnie’s development (29:53). In the second hour, Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond of theScore’s “Pound The Rock” podcast join Will in studio for a Sixers-Raptors roundtable (50:35).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
4/14/20221 hour, 40 minutes, 53 seconds
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The Official Raptors-Sixers Concern/Anxiety Rankings

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Inside The Green Room’s Harrison Sanford to chat about who is under the most pressure for the Sixers heading into this playoff run and Tyrese Maxey’s role in the first round (0:36). Later, the two discuss the play-in tournament and Patrick Beverley’s celebration (34:44) before starting the second hour by discussing Nick Nurse’s comments from media availability and whether there are any concerns that remain about Fred and Pascal from the 2019 series (51:00). Finally, Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com drops by the studio to rank his anxiety about James Harden’s return to form, Scottie’s first playoffs, and more (1:14:09).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
4/13/20221 hour, 40 minutes, 1 second
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Top Raptors-Sixers Storylines To Watch

Will Lou has been spending all week watching tape and he discusses his early findings with Alex Wong on what the Raptors might do against Joel Embiid and James Harden on defence (1:28). Later, they discuss whether their Scottie Barnes propaganda campaign was successful (30:05) and are joined by James Herbert of CBS Sports to chat about his recent feature on the Raptors rookie (35:58). In the second hour, The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy joins the program to talk about potential starting lineups and adjustments for the Raptors (51:48) before the trio make their play-in tournament picks (1:27:24).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.  
4/12/20221 hour, 40 minutes, 43 seconds
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Raptors-Sixers Preview! Regular Season Over-Unders Review

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined in studio by Sportsnet’s Faizal Khamisa to chat about Toronto’s 48-win campaign in a development year (2:41). They take an early look at key storylines heading into the Raptors-Sixers first round series (7:45) before looking back at their over/under predictions from the regular season (32:00). In the second hour, Sportsnet’s Danielle Michaud drops by to chat with Alex and Will about favorite spots in the city to hang out, Yuta’s signed jersey at Ramen Isshin, Matisse Thybulle’s availability in the first round, the Paul Reed controversy, and why Masai and Bobby deserve consideration for Exec of the Year (51:59).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
4/11/20221 hour, 40 minutes
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Raptors Reaction: Regular Season Finale

Will Lou looks back at the Raptors 105-94 loss to the Knicks and discussed how OG Anunoby looked in the final game, Gary Trent Jr. finding his way into the paint, how Khem Birch could be utilized in the post-season, why we didn't see many Raptors 905 players in the last game and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/11/202236 minutes, 52 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Last Regular Season Win at Home

Will Lou looks back at the Raptors 117-115 win over the Rockets and discussed how the team was fortunate to win the game, lackluster performance from the younger players, Khem Birch's effort on the glass, Thad Young's influence with the bench unit, Scottie Barnes finding his offence in the 4th quarter, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/9/202235 minutes, 32 seconds
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The “Best Regular Season Moments” Draft

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto’s win over the Philadelphia 76ers and a potential first round matchup between the two teams (2:05) before they’re joined by Libaan Osman of The Toronto Star to draft favorite moments from the 2021-22 Raptors season (23:54). Later, they’re joined by actor Ennis Esmer to chat about the origin story of the “Spice and Dice” nickname (50:49). Finally, Raptors announcer Matt Devlin calls in to help grade Ennis’s nickname ideas for Chris Boucher and Precious Achiuwa (1:22:42).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
4/8/20221 hour, 40 minutes, 6 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: No Stress Against the Sixers

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 119-114 win over the Sixers and discussed why Pascal Siakam was the best player in the matchup, his case to be named on the all-NBA team this season, Danny Green (finally) receiving his 2019 championship ring, James Harden's off night, a potential match-up against Philadelphia in the playoffs, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/8/202237 minutes, 33 seconds
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The Scottie Barnes Propaganda Hour V

Will Lou and Alex Wong continue their Rookie of the Year campaign for Scottie Barnes with Sports Illustrated's Howard Beck as the trio debate Scottie Barnes vs. Evan Mobley and Pascal Siakam's All-NBA case (1:07). Later, Louis Zatzman of Raptors Republic joins the show to chat about his recent story about the wonderfully quirky Raptors (50:50). Finally, Harrison Sanford of Inside The Green Room drops by to chat about returning to Toronto and Sixers-Raptors (1:20:04). Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
4/7/20221 hour, 41 minutes, 7 seconds
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The Raptors Are A Model NBA Franchise

Will Lou and Alex Wong inexplicably start their third straight show this week by talking about the Orlando Magic before diving into what Toronto’s playoff-clinching victory over Atlanta means for the franchise (1:19). They reminisce about the greatest (and worst) moments of the Tampa era (20:34) before making the case for why the Raptors are one of the model NBA franchises of the past decade (32:59). In the second hour, they are first joined by Sportsnet’s Amy Audibert to talk about Fred VanVleet’s health status for the remainder of the regular season (51:06) and then by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to chat about potential first round opponents and why Pascal Siakam is still being disrespected (1:13:14).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
4/6/20221 hour, 39 minutes, 49 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Playoff Bound

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 118-108 win over the Hawks clinching a playoff spot and discussed Toronto's attempts to limit Trae Young on offence, both Pascal Siakam and Scottie Barnes' performances while making a case for all-NBA and rookie of the year respectively, Nick Nurse's choices of a rotation with OG Anunoby missing another game, and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/6/202245 minutes, 21 seconds
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Ranking The Potential First Round Opponents

Will Lou and Alex Wong dive into potential first round matchups for the Toronto Raptors with a vibe check on Miami, Milwaukee, Boston, and Philadelphia (5:29) and are joined by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy to discuss pros and cons of each matchup (45:30). Later, the trio rank the Raptors players they trust the most in the playoffs (1:23:56).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
4/5/20221 hour, 40 minutes, 25 seconds
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Kyle Returns To Toronto! Danny Green Q&A! Interview Of The Century With Chris Boucher!

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Kyle Lowry’s return to Scotiabank Arena (5:32) and how former Raptors have performed in their first games against Nick Nurse (32:58). Later, Danny Green of the Philadelphia 76ers joins the program to talk about finally receiving his championship ring in Toronto this week, what would have happened if the Raptors could have run it back, his favorite Marc Gasol story from the parade, and more (52:03). Finally, Will and Alex chat with Chris Boucher about his turnaround this season, athletes being on social media, his official review of The Raptors Show, and more (1:16:23).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
4/4/20221 hour, 40 minutes, 19 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Kyle Lowry Makes His Return to Toronto

Will Lou recaps Kyle Lowry's return to Toronto as the Miami Heat win 114-109 over the Raptors and touched on Fred VanVleet breaking Lowry's single-season 3-point record, their defence against Kyle, how this loss affects their place in the Eastern Conference, Tyler Herro's ability to find his shot, Raptors not finding their offence in the second half, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/4/202242 minutes, 34 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Relying on the Starters

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 102-89 victory over the Magic and discussed how hard both teams played on both ends of the court, the performance of Toronto's starters including Scottie Barnes' offence, Fred VanVleet forcing turnovers, Orlando's guard play from Markelle Fultz and where the Raps stack up in the Eastern Conference. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
4/2/202235 minutes, 54 seconds
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The “Favorite Kyle Lowry Moments” Draft

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Kyle Lowry’s importance to the Raptors franchise and what made him so meaningful to the city of Toronto (2:00) before they’re joined by Imman Adan of Dishes & Dimes to draft their favorite Kyle Lowry moments both on and off the court (21:35).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
4/1/202250 minutes, 6 seconds
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The Toronto Raptors Nickname Problem

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s win over the Minnesota Timberwolves and discuss Fred forcing 11 turnovers by himself, OG and Gary’s contributions, and Precious Achiuwa’s three-point shooting (2:16). Later, Alex provides an arena food report and a Will Lou stan update (31:01). Finally, the two discuss Thad Young and the Raptors having a general nickname problem (35:08).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/31/202250 minutes, 33 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Siakam and VanVleet Set the Tone

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 125-102 victory over the Timberwolves and discussed Toronto's fight after being down 17 points early in the game, Nick Nurse vs. Chris Finch, the generation of good looks on offence, why the team must focus on matchups rather than a set starting lineup, and Siakam and VanVleet's leadership on the court. Plus, we take your calls and texts and chat about who the Raptors wouldn't want to face in the playoffs, where Armoni Brooks fits into the rotation, Fred forcing turnovers and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/31/202253 minutes, 36 seconds
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The Scottie Barnes Propaganda Hour IV

Will Lou is joined by The Ringer's Dan Devine for a behind-the-scenes look at the awards balloting process and to discuss why the Rookie of the Year race between Scottie Barnes and Evan Mobley is far from over (0:44). Later, Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com calls in to share his joy of seeing Team Canada qualify for the World Cup (29:27). Will and Vivek also discuss Chris Boucher's journey on the court this season from falling out of the rotation to becoming Toronto's most reliable bench player (38:20). Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/30/202250 minutes, 27 seconds
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Interview of the Century with Armoni Brooks

Will Lou is joined in the first segment by Sportsnet's Amy Audibert to recap Toronto's overtime win over a depleted Boston Celtics squad at Scotiabank Arena on Monday. The two chat about Pascal Siakam's 40-point game and Thad Young's late-game contributions before Will presents Amy with a multiple-choice quiz about last night's officiating (0:20). Later, Armoni Brooks joins the program to give us a behind-the-scenes look at joining the Raptors organization, the unique roster in Toronto, how he's working to improve as a shooter, and a New Zealand flight that almost changed the trajectory of his career (28:32).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate. 
3/29/202248 minutes, 26 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Siakam’s 40-Piece Leads Raps Past Celtics in OT

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 115-112 overtime victory over the Celtics and discussed Pascal Siakam's MVP-like performance, the referees' calls throughout the game, Nick Nurse's potential playoff rotation, the importance of this win, and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/29/202239 minutes, 20 seconds
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Alex’s Fire Evacuation Night At The Arena! Will Meets Chris Boucher!

Will Lou dives into Saturday’s evacuation at Scotiabank Arena with an in-person account from Alex Wong (2:43). The two preview tonight’s matchup against the Boston Celtics before Will shares his dream scenario of how the Raptors can make the Finals (16:24). Later, Will and Alex provide a behind the scenes look at the interview of the century with Chris Boucher and Will’s first-ever trip to Holt Renfrew (34:59).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/28/202250 minutes, 19 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Blowout Win on a Bizarre Night

Will Lou looks back at the Raptors 131-91 blowout victory over the Pacers which included a 70-minute delay and touches on how Toronto locked down Indy's shooters, Fred VanVleet not playing following the fire delay, Scottie Barnes' ability to read plays, being able to be three moves ahead, and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/27/202239 minutes, 56 seconds
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The Race For The Sixth Seed Is Back On!

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap an important home win over the Cleveland Cavaliers and discuss OG’s return, Fred and Pascal’s performance, and Armoni Brooks’ breakout performance (0:31). Later, the two discuss Chris Boucher’s second-half turnaround and do another round of Eastern Conference standings watch (34:21).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/25/202249 minutes, 59 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Big Game From Siakam, Big Win From the Raps

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 117-104 victory over the Cavaliers and touches on the importance of having OG Anunoby returning to the lineup in this game, Pascal Siakam's torching Cleveland getting into the paint finishing with 35 points, Armoni Brooks' energy off the bench, and looks back at the season series between the two teams. Plus, we take your calls and texts to discuss the match-up between Scottie Barnes and Evan Mobley, and Fred VanVleet's health with the regular season winding down. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/25/202257 minutes, 17 seconds
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The Scottie Barnes Propaganda Hour III

Will Lou and Alex Wong preview tonight's matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers and provide a behind-the-scenes report from Raptors practice including an anti-climactic conclusion to the Will-Yuta ramen story arc (4:04). Later, Tim Bontemps of ESPN joins the program as Will continues to campaign for Rookie of the Year votes for Scottie Barnes and Pascal Siakam for All-NBA (27:26). Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/24/202251 minutes, 53 seconds
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Thad Young Q&A

Raptors forward Thad Young sits down with Will Lou to talk about how he found out about the trade to Toronto, Nick Nurse’s game plans, his first conversation with Scottie Barnes, the team’s recent 5-0 West Coast trip, what is like to play with four other power forwards on the court, his favorite Allen Iverson story, and much more.Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/23/202231 minutes, 37 seconds
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Interview of the Century with Thad Young

Will Lou is joined by Toronto Raptors forward Thad Young for a behind-the-scenes look at the trade deadline, his leadership role on the team, why the Raptors is the most unique situation of his career, his favorite Allen Iverson story, and much more (3:09). Later, Oren Weisfeld of Raptors Republic dials in to chat about Pascal Siakam’s progression this season and why it might translate into better results in the playoffs (36:23).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/23/202250 minutes, 4 seconds
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Tuesday Grab Bag with Blake Murphy

Will Lou is joined by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy to chat about whether Toronto’s poor performance in Chicago was a scheduled loss, whether Nick Nurse should extend his rotation, and if there are real concerns about Fred VanVleet’s health as the playoffs near (02:23). Later, the two run through an assortment of grab bag topics including Armoni Brooks’ long-term future with the team, Justin Champagnie’s development, the Thad Young trade, and whether the Precious-Khem experiment should continue (30:34). Watch on YouTube. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/22/202250 minutes, 34 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Tired on the Road

Will Lou looks back at the Raptors 113-99 loss to the Bulls and touches on Toronto's third-quarter collapse, their post-all-star break schedule, Chicago's defence, Khem Birch and Precious Achiuwa playing alongside each other on the court, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/22/202234 minutes, 29 seconds
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The Will Lou Holistic Approach To Watching The Raptors

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap a thrilling weekend of Raptors basketball and discuss Toronto’s try-hard approach in Philadelphia and the Nick Nurse advantage in the playoffs (0:59). Later, the two discuss Will’s new holistic approach to covering the Raptors and whether LeBron James really watched Scottie Barnes play basketball in seventh grade (28:09).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/21/202250 minutes, 23 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Impressive Defensive Win

Will Lou looks back at the Raptors 93-88 victory over the Sixers and discussed why Toronto's defence won them the game, their ability to win the offensive boards, Doc Rivers' problem-solving, and Nick Nurse and the coaching staff's adjustments following the loss to the Lakers. Plus we take your calls and texts to chat about Armoni Brooks' scoring off the bench, James Harden's flagrant foul against Chris Boucher, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/21/202248 minutes, 24 seconds
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The Scottie Barnes Propaganda Hour II

Alex Wong is joined by Raptors Republic managing editor Louis Zatzman (0:34) to recap Toronto’s overtime loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, takeaways from Scottie Barnes’ career night, and Precious Achiuwa’s long-term fit in Toronto. Later, James Herbert of CBS Sports (24:27) breaks down a potential first round matchup between the Raptors and Sixers, before James and Alex play another round of “Who He Play For.” The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/19/202249 minutes, 16 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Painful Loss to the Lakers

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 128-123 loss in overtime to the Lakers and discussed the final plays in regulation including Russell Westbrook tying three sending the game to OT, the importance of winning this match, Scottie Barnes performance on offence, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/19/202229 minutes, 38 seconds
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The Official Toronto Raptors Poker Hand Rankings

Will Lou and Alex Wong rank each Raptors player as poker hands in the first segment (7:53), before answering Twitter questions in the second half about Scottie Barnes’ usage, the front office’s vision for this roster, favorite arena foods, and if Will would give up covering the Raptors for $10 million (30:44).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/18/202249 minutes, 58 seconds
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The Road Trip of the Century

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap a successful road trip for the Raptors, rank the most satisfying wins during the current five-game win streak, and talk about the optimism around this core group going forward (1:09). Later, the two chat about the best stretches of this season and do another Eastern Conference playoff standings watch (35:05).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/17/202250 minutes, 43 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: 5 Wins on the Road

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 103-100 victory over the L.A. Clippers for their 5th straight win and touches on the Clippers' fight throughout the game, the questionable calls from the referees near the end of the game, Precious Achiuwa's defence on the final play, Pascal Siakam's offensive approach in the matchup, Toronto's road trip and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/17/202239 minutes, 54 seconds
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The Scottie Barnes Propaganda Hour

Will Lou is joined by The Ringer's Kevin O'Connor to chat about the Rookie of the Year race between Scottie Barnes, Evan Mobley, and Cade Cunningham before diving into the possibility of Pascal Siakam making the All-NBA team (0:29). Later, Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com drops by to talk about the similarities between this year and the 2013-14 season and whether there are long-term concerns for Fred's health moving forward (27:43). Watch on YouTube. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/16/202250 minutes, 9 seconds
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The LeBron James Rage Meter

Will Lou is joined by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy to recap Toronto’s victory over the Los Angeles Lakers including a spotlight on Scottie Barnes and Pascal Siakam’s performances (1:15). Later, the two go through a series of plays from LeBron James during last night’s game (23:38). Finally, Will and Blake discuss the latest injury update on OG Anunoby and what Nick Nurse should do with the starting centre spot moving forward (35:37).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/15/202250 minutes, 34 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Lakers Aren't Good

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 114-103 victory over the Lakers pushing their win streak to 4 games and discusses a lackluster performance from LeBron James, whipping the ball at Scottie Barnes, Toronto controlling most of the game, some defining plays that explain the Lakers' down season, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/15/202231 minutes, 5 seconds
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Revisiting A Successful Weekend For The Raptors

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap a glorious weekend for the Toronto Raptors including their fourth quarter comeback in Denver, Nick Nurse’s mad scientist ways, Scottie Barnes transforming into a superstar, Gary Trent Jr.’s bounce back performance in Phoenix, and much more (1:14). Later, the two discuss the race for the sixth seed in the East and check in on their concern meter for a one-game play-in against Brooklyn (32:19).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.  
3/14/202250 minutes, 10 seconds
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Slander Pod: Back to Back Wins Against the Top West Teams

Will Lou is joined by Asad Alvi and Sahal Abdi to recap the Raptors 127-115 win over the Denver Nuggets, the lineup Toronto sent out to start the fourth quarter, the performances from the veterans Thad Young and Khem Birch, Scottie Barnes' aggressiveness on offence, Precious Achiuwa's confidence, and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/13/202259 minutes, 14 seconds
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Raptors-Suns Recap! Takeshi Shibata Q&A

Alex Wong is joined by Oren Weisfeld (Raptors Republic, Yahoo Sports Canada, Complex) to discuss Toronto’s crunch time defence against the Phoenix Suns, Scottie Barnes making another in-season leap, Gary Trent Jr. breaking out of his slump, and whether the Raptors still have a shot at avoiding the play-in tournament (0:32). Later, Alex sits down with writer and editor Takeshi Shibata to chat about covering the NBA from Japan, his history with Yuta Watanabe, the growing popularity of basketball in the country, and tips on how Will Lou can finally secure a ramen date with Yuta (26:01). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/12/202250 minutes, 8 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Gary Trent Jr. is Back

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 117-112 victory over the Suns and discusses Gary Trent Jr's strong offensive night, Cameron Payne's ability to disrupt Toronto's flow, the fouls between the two guards, Fred VanVleet's defence on Devin Booker, the scoring struggles to start the fourth quarter and Precious' effort off the bench. Plus, we take listener's calls and texts to chat about Trent Jr.'s recent shooting slump, giving up leads, and managing Fred's minutes. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/12/202255 minutes, 19 seconds
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The All-Time Raptors Cult Heroes Draft Part 2

Will Lou and Alex Wong react to Brooklyn’s win over Philadelphia last night and assess their concern meter for seeing the Nets in a one-game play-in scenario (0:29) before they’re joined by Matt Devlin to chat about Scottie Barnes and his son Jack (8:19). Will and Alex go over their ten goals for the remainder of this regular season (21:32) before they’re joined by James Herbert of CBS Sports for part two of their all-time Raptors cult heroes draft (33:12).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate. 
3/11/202250 minutes, 30 seconds
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The All-Time Raptors Cult Heroes Draft

Will Lou is joined by Alex Wong to discuss Fred VanVleet’s return in San Antonio, Scottie Barnes’ offensive development, and key contributions from the second unit (0:40). Later, James Herbert of CBS Sports joins the program to draft all-time favorite Raptors cult heroes, including Amir Johnson, Master P, Serge Ibaka, and more (28:30). Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/10/202251 minutes, 10 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Back to Their Roots

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 119-104 victory over the Spurs and discusses how Fred VanVleet performed in his return, the difference in how the team plays with him on the court, how the team defended San Antonio's Dejounte Murray, Scottie Barnes' scoring touch, Toronto's approach to the pick-and-roll and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/10/202244 minutes, 50 seconds
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Fred VanVleet Returns! Assessing The Eastern Conference Contenders!

Will Lou is joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to chat about Fred VanVleet’s return to the lineup tonight and whether the team should manage his minutes down the stretch (0:21). The two also discuss Vivek’s recent feature story “Mind right, Body right, Game right” and how the Raptors are helping to manage the mental health and wellness of their players (13:04). Later, Joseph Casciaro of theScore dials in to assess the contenders in the East, including Brooklyn’s chances of avoiding the play-in, Boston as a legitimate contender in the East, Philadelphia as a potential favorite to make the NBA Finals with James Harden, and more (28:22).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/9/202250 minutes, 24 seconds
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Has Scottie Barnes Earned a Larger Offensive Role?

Will Lou is joined by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy to discuss the recent uptick in offensive production from Scottie Barnes and whether Malachi Flynn has earned a spot in the rotation (1:29). Later, Blake provides an in-depth scouting report on Armoni Brooks before the two discuss Gary Trent Jr.’s recent slump, how to evaluate the Thad Young trade, and whether Khem Birch should continue to start for the team (29:57).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
3/8/202251 minutes, 16 seconds
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What Do the Raptors Need To Do This Offseason?

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto’s third straight defeat, the lack of shooting and playmaking that continues to plague the roster, and their impressions of Scottie Barnes starting at point guard (0:39). Later, the two discuss an upcoming interview of the century between Will and Chris Boucher, an update on Will’s top 75 favorite animals, before closing the episode by looking at what the front office needs to do this offseason to improve the roster (28:10).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/7/202250 minutes, 18 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Three Straight Losses

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 104-96 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers pushing their losing streak to three games and discusses Toronto's lack of depth in shooting, the impact of not having a traditional point guard on the court, how the front office has constructed this roster, Gary Trent Jr.'s continuing struggles on offence, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/7/202232 minutes, 3 seconds
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Inside The Making of “How Hungry Are You?”

Alex Wong is joined by Jordi Vila (co-creator and producer of “How Hungry Are You”) in the first segment to discuss the origin story of the show, how much salt and pepper Serge actually uses in real life, and how he is adjusting to life in Milwaukee (6:57). Later, Payman Benz (producer of “How Hungry Are You”) talks about his experience on the set of the show and offers his perspective as a lifelong Clippers fan on what it was like to witness Kawhi Leonard’s free agency from the other side (31:50). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/5/202249 minutes, 15 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Back-To-Back Losses to Two of the Worst East Teams

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 103-97 loss to the Magic and touches on Toronto's performance since coming out of the all-star break, Gary Trent Jr.'s shooting slump, the lack of team effort on offence, how the Raptors are missing Fred VanVleet's leadership on the court, and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/5/202231 minutes, 9 seconds
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The Dwane Curse Continues!

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss another disappointing loss to Dwane Casey and the Detroit Pistons and Toronto’s post-All-Star break performance so far (0:29). Later, the two answer Twitter and YouTube questions about Gary Trent’s long-term potential, all-time best and worst Raptors uniforms, and more (30:42).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate. 
3/4/202249 minutes, 47 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Pistons Take The Season Series

Will Lou looks back at another Raptors loss to the Pistons in a 108-106 final and chats about Nick Nurse's ejection, why Detroit has the same level of talent as Toronto, match-up issues, Dwane Casey knowing Nurse's coaching tendencies, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/4/202238 minutes, 27 seconds
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Inside Raptors 905’s International Women’s Night

Will Lou is joined on the program by Raptors 905 sideline reporter Savanna Hamilton for a behind-the-scenes look at Wednesday’s International Women’s Night in Mississauga and her first time in the play-by-play seat before the two discuss Svi’s 40-point game (0:42). Later, Sportsnet’s Amy Audibert drops by to evaluate the development of Scottie Barnes, Gary Trent Jr., and Precious Achiuwa this season (29:07).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/3/202250 minutes, 44 seconds
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The All-Time Raptors Villains Draft

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Goran Dragic’s return to Scotiabank Arena, Scottie Barnes in crunch time, the Malachi Flynn redemption tour, and injury updates on OG Anunoby and Fred VanVleet (0:42). Later, Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com joins the program to draft all-time Raptors villains including Vince Carter, Paul Pierce, LeBron James, Lawrence Frank, and more (27:25).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/2/202249 minutes, 54 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Back-To-Back Wins Against the Nets

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 109-108 victory over the Nets and discusses Toronto's struggles containing Brooklyn on defence, why Scottie Barnes was the spark the team needed, impressive performances from Malachi Flynn, how Thad Young played alongside some of the starters, and Pascal Siakam's foul troubles. Plus, we're back taking your calls and texts and we chat about the fans booing Goran Dragic, Khem Birch's role in the second half, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/2/202247 minutes, 13 seconds
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A Vibe Shift In Brooklyn

Will Lou is joined by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy to discuss Toronto’s blowout victory in Brooklyn last night including Nick Nurse’s use of the full court press, Scottie flashing his superstar potential, Malachi Flynn’s breakout performance, and Precious Achiuwa’s post-All-Star break play (3:21). Later, the two discuss the buyout market, DJ Wilson’s return to the Raptors, and Toronto returning home to a full capacity crowd tonight before diving into their favorite Raptors pet plays (30:41).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
3/1/202250 minutes, 44 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Setting the Tone on Defence

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 133-97 blowout win over the Nets in Brooklyn and touches on Toronto's dominance on defence since the opening tip, Malachi Flynn's best game filling in for Fred VanVleet in the starting lineup, Nets switching to zone defence, Yuta Watanabe's poster dunk, and Goran Dragic's performance against his former team. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
3/1/202242 minutes
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Official 2021-22 Raptors Concern Level Check

Will Lou and Alex Wong chat about Toronto’s disastrous weekend and break down their concern level about the team’s defensive effort, Fred’s long-term health, Pascal’s lackluster play, and who should replace Khem Birch in starting lineup (1:27). Later, Will decides to compare Raptors players to kitchen appliances before chatting about OG’s absence and the team’s lack of shooting (28:32).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
2/28/202249 minutes, 54 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Two Straight Blowout Losses

Will Lou looks back at another blowout loss for the Raptors losing 127-100 to the Atlanta Hawks and discuss Toronto's unsuccessful approach to defending Trae Young, why this was one of Scottie Barnes' worst games, causes of concern for Raptors' start to the unofficial second half, and what the team should focus on moving forward. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/27/202245 minutes, 49 seconds
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“The Day After Losing To The Hornets By 32 Points” Episode

Alex Wong is joined by Raptors 905 sideline reporter Savanna Hamilton to chat about organizing a Toronto media basketball game and “Three Course Conversations” with the Leafs before diving into Toronto’s disappointing loss in Charlotte. Later, the two are joined by producer JR Manatad to discuss the team’s identity, second half wish list, and whether Alex has ever had a bad hot dog in his life. Finally, Alex and Savanna provide a few sports media industry tips. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/26/202248 minutes, 29 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Blown Out by the Hornets

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap the Raptors 125-93 loss to the Hornets in Charlotte and discuss the concerns with losing their first game right after the all-star break, Scottie Barnes breaking another career-high in points, Fred VanVleet's knee issue, and if Nick Nurse should expand the rotation. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/26/202231 minutes, 34 seconds
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How Will OG’s Injury Impact The Raptors?

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss OG’s fractured ring finger, his history of bad luck with injuries, and what the new starting five might look like (2:03). They also chat about Goran Dragić’s comments about Toronto and get an update on Will’s Top 75 animals (16:06). Later, video producer and voice over artist Benji Agbeke joins the show for a sports media panel where the three share industry tips about breaking into the sports media space (29:07).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
2/25/202249 minutes, 23 seconds
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The Most Fascinating and Quirky Stats of the Season

Will Lou is joined in studio by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy to discuss Will’s ski trip and compare sleep schedules (0:56) before the two dive into some second half storylines including a look at Pascal Siakam’s All-NBA case (9:50). Later, the two present their favorite stats of the season so far including Toronto’s defence against top offences around the league, the team’s deflections and forced turnovers per game, and much more (28:31).Watch on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
2/24/202250 minutes, 32 seconds
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Most Promising and Concerning Trends

Will Lou is joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com in the first segment to pick their most promising and concerning trends of the season so far including Scottie’s offensive ceiling, Gary as a primary scoring option, Chris Boucher’s impact on winning, OG Anunoby’s development curve, and more (0:50). Later, David Thorpe of TrueHoops calls in to evaluate Toronto’s development plan for Scottie Barnes so far and to provide his take on the Raptors’ roster-building approach (27:32).Watch the show on YouTube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
2/23/202249 minutes, 45 seconds
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Our Favorite Moments From The 2021-22 Season (So Far)

Alex Wong is joined in studio by Sportsnet’s Amy Audibert to chat about Goran Dragić’s role in Brooklyn, early impressions of Thad Young, and who might make it into Toronto’s eight-man rotation when the playoffs start in April (4:18). Later, the two pick their favorite moments from the regular season so far including Fred VanVleet’s All-Star moment, Scottie Barnes’ road debut, the triple over-time thriller in Miami, Matt Devlin’s play-by-play game of the century in Indiana, OG attempting to draw an OVO owl, and more (30:56).Watch on Youtube.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
2/22/202250 minutes, 48 seconds
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All-Star Weekend Recap! Second-Half Over/Unders!

Alex Wong is joined in studio by Sportnet's Faizal Khamisa to recap All-Star Weekend including Fred VanVleet's three-point shootout performance, Scottie Barnes participating in the Rising Stars and Skills Challenge, and share some ideas to fix the Slam Dunk contest (00:34). Later, the two discuss Goran Dragic's return to Scotiabank Arena next week, before playing another round of over/unders for the second half of the Raptors season (25:43). YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTwW6BloLC4 The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/21/202250 minutes, 16 seconds
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Friday Roundtable! All-Star Weekend Predictions!

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to take a look at the Eastern Conference standings, assess their favorite first-round matchups, and more (02:01)! Later, they discuss Fred VanVleet’s response to Draymond Green’s 2019 NBA Finals what-ifs, and make predictions for the upcoming All-Star Weekend (37:32). YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=acF374zARBQ The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/18/202249 minutes, 56 seconds
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Interview of the Century II with Gary Trent Sr.

Will Lou and Alex Wong chat about Toronto’s victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves as they head into the All-Star break (05:09), before they’re joined by Sportsnet’s Alvin Williams to chat about Fred VanVleet’s All-Star season and his advice for Malachi Flynn (10:32). Later, Gary Trent Sr. joins the show to give us a behind-the-scenes look at the opening tip drama between Gary Trent Jr. and Patrick Beverley last night, before diving into Gary Trent Jr.’s long-term potential and an inside glimpse at the free agency process for his son this past summer (30:39). YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eTdSiRKWQ5c The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/17/202250 minutes, 26 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Heading to the All-Star Break With a Win

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 103-91 victory over the Timberwolves in Minnesota and touches on Toronto outscoring Minny in the 4th quarter, the two biggest adjustments Nick Nurse made in the team's win, Precious Achiuwa and Chris Boucher knocking down key threes, how Thaddeus Young looked in his second game with the team and Patrick Beverley antics before and during the game. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/17/202241 minutes, 31 seconds
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Tweet or Don’t Tweet with Matt Devlin

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined in studio by Raptors' play-by-play announcer Matt Devlin to chat about broadcasting remotely and keeping perspective over an 82-game season (08:11). Later, Will gets professional advice from Matt on what statements to tweet or not tweet on social media (21:29). Finally, Will and Alex chat about the Eastern Conference playoff race and the rise of the Boston Celtics (38:43). YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3KWqkMIPoQ The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/16/202250 minutes, 12 seconds
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How to Solve Toronto’s Roster Imbalance?

Will Lou is joined by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy to discuss Toronto’s 30-point loss in New Orleans on Monday (02:24). They also take a look at how Nick Nurse can manage bringing three centres coming off the bench, and whether Scottie Barnes is hitting the rookie wall (07:43). Later, Will and Blake break down Thad Young’s first game as a Raptor and tackle a few loose ends from the trade deadline involving Kristaps Porzingis and Talen Horton-Tucker (28:47). YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azJG182Ox78 The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/15/202250 minutes, 35 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Worst Performance of the Year

Will Lou reacts to the Raptors 120-90 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans and explains why this game had their worst performance of the season, how Nick Nurse introduced Thaddeus Young into the rotation, Pascal Siakam getting poked in the eye, Fred VanVleet leaving the game with knee soreness, and Toronto's approach to attacking Jonas Valanciunas on offence. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/15/202237 minutes, 46 seconds
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Should Pascal Siakam Make The All-Star Team?

Will Lou and Alex Wong react to the end of Toronto’s eight game win streak over the weekend, Thad Young’s intro presser, and whether Pascal Siakam should be named an All-Star replacement (00:56). Later, the two continue Will’s top-75 animals countdown, discuss the long-term future of the starting five, and revisit Alex’s Super Bowl prop bets (28:42). YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-5YTQattHy0 The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/14/202249 minutes, 57 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: 8-Game Win Streak Snapped

Will Lou looks back the Raptors 110-109 loss to the Nuggets breaking their 8-game winning streak and touches on Toronto's execution to start the fourth quarter, Denver's bench playing better than the Raptors in the final minutes, OG Anunoby struggling on offence, Khem Birch's physicality against their bigs, and Pascal Siakam's superstar performance. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/13/202234 minutes, 38 seconds
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Amy Audibert Q&A

Alex Wong is joined by Sportsnet’s Amy Audibert to chat about preparing for post-game interviews with OG Anunoby (2:18) and sharing a moment with Fred VanVleet before he found out about his All-Star appearance before the two dive into Amy’s career from growing up in Niagara Falls, being one of the best high school basketball players in Ontario, and her favorite memories at the University of Miami (11:02). Later, Alex and Amy discuss her entry into sports broadcasting, the learning curve going from a player to an analyst, and some of her favorite memories of calling games over the years and what it’s been like covering the Raptors this season (25:43). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/12/202248 minutes, 56 seconds
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Parsing Masai Ujiri's Post-Trade Deadline Presser

Will Lou and Alex Wong react to Bobby Webster and Nick Nurse's comments about the trade deadline and discuss what the Raptors' strategy might be for this summer (01:12). They also dive into Toronto's eighth straight win and Kevin Porter Jr.'s controversial last-second basket, and wonder about Gary Trent Jr.'s long-term ceiling on offence (12:58). In the second segment, the two react to Masai Ujiri's post-trade deadline presser and specifically his comments about when fans will return to Scotiabank Arena and his belief in building a team around Fred VanVleet and Pascal Siakam (33:46). Finally, Alex provides his Super Bowl parlay guarantee and Will gives an update on his top-75 animals list (46:46).  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nl997ORhZdY The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/11/202250 minutes, 7 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Trent Jr. Leads Toronto to 8th Straight Win

Will Lou looks back at the Raptors 139-120 victory over the Rockets in Houston as they extend their win streak to 8-games and breaks down Nick Nurse implementing a full-court press early in the game, Gary Trent Jr. scoring a season-high 42 points, Pascal Siakam finding his way to the rim to score 30, Malachi Flynn playing one of his best games off the bench, and the outlook on the team post-trade deadline. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/11/202235 minutes, 42 seconds
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Two-Hour Trade Deadline Extravaganza!

Will Lou and Alex Wong react to Toronto acquiring Thaddeus Young from the San Antonio Spurs, what this means for their rest-of-the-season outlook, if the Kyle Lowry sign-and-trade was ultimately a success, and say farewell to the Goran Dragic era (00:19). In the second segment, they’re joined by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy for an in-depth breakdown on how Thad Young will fit in with the current Raptors rotation (30:25). In the second hour, Will and Alex discuss the James Harden trade and evaluate the Eastern Conference playoff picture, before answering your trade deadline Twitter questions (50:55). Finally, Sportsnet’s Michael Grange joins the show to chat about the Raptors' trade deadline strategy and the outlook for this team heading into the buyout market and free agency this summer (01:19:51).  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYK-OAllG3I The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/10/20221 hour, 40 minutes, 25 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Professional Win in OKC

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 117-98 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder and touches on how Pascal Siakam and Fred VanVleet never let the Thunder grab momentum, limiting Luguentz Dort driving to the basket, Pascal's performance during the 7-game winning streak, and expectations for Toronto heading into the trade deadline, and the unofficial second half of the season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/10/202233 minutes, 37 seconds
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24 Hours Until the Trade Deadline!

Will Lou is joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to look at what the Raptors should address at the trade deadline and their potential weaknesses in the playoffs (00:27). Later, the two dive into the rumor mill to chat about Jakob Poeltl, Evan Fournier, and Danilo Gallinari (23:45). Later, Raptors 905 sideline reporter Savanna Hamilton gives us a development update on Justin Champagnie and David Johnson (31:14). Savanna and Will also present their best All-Star Weekend ideas including rap battles and a media game (37:00). YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bWgu_4t_yOU The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/9/202250 minutes, 24 seconds
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Parsing Bobby Webster's Pre-Trade Deadline Presser

Will Lou is joined by Louis Zatzman of Raptors Republic to discuss Toronto's six-game win streak, Chris Boucher and Precious Achiuwa's contributions off the bench, and how Pascal Siakam's recent play has propelled the team into the top-six in the East standings (00:52). Later, Will and Eric Koreen of The Athletic break down Bobby Webster's pre-trade deadline press conference and discuss what the trade market looks like for Goran Dragic, if Domantas Sabonis being traded to Sacramento impacts the team's potential pursuit of Myles Turner, and whether the Raptors should add a traditional big to their roster (27:17). YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2ZBjyTC-eI The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates
2/8/202250 minutes, 49 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Routine Win Against The Hornets

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors' 116-101 victory over the Hornets, which pushes their win streak to six games! Will also touches on the balanced effort from Toronto's starters scoring 15+ points (including four scoring 20+), Gordon Hayward's injury, the growing confidence of both Pascal Siakam and OG Anunoby, and how Chris Boucher has improved in reading defences.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/8/202233 minutes, 43 seconds
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Gary Trent Sr. Q&A

Will Lou and Alex Wong chat with former Raptors forward Gary Trent Sr. about to chat about how his son has found happiness with the Raptors organization (02:12), his training for Gary Trent Jr. growing up (04:00), why Gary was selected in the second round (08:30), navigating the lifestyle of an NBA player (15:06), and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/7/202227 minutes, 11 seconds
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Interview of the Century with Gary Trent Sr.

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by former Raptors forward Gary Trent Sr. to chat about how his son has found happiness with the Raptors organization, his training program for Gary Trent Jr. growing up, navigating the lifestyle of an NBA player, and more (10:07)! Later, Will addresses Chris Boucher’s comments about the social media criticism he receives (39:02). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/7/202250 minutes, 32 seconds
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The Last Enforcer with Charles Oakley

Alex Wong is joined for former Toronto Raptor forward Charles Oakley (0:28) to talk about his new book “The Last Enforcer,” gambling with Michael Jordan and Nelly, sending food back to the kitchen at restaurants, getting stuck at the Canadian border, tracking Tyrone Hill down for $20k, and Vince Carter’s graduation. Later, Alex chats with producer JR Manatad and Oren Weisfeld (24:56) of Raptors Republic about Pascal’s All-Star chances, Masai’s best trades, best trade deadline deals, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/5/202249 minutes, 26 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: 5 Games in 7 Days

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 125-114 victory over the Hawks and touches on the opponents Toronto has beaten during their 5-game win streak, Pascal Siakam breaking Atlanta's zone defence, Khem Birch's first two games back, Nick Nurse finding a consistent rotation, how the team has created different ways to get a basket, and the energy not dropping off from the bench in the last stretch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/5/202251 minutes, 18 seconds
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Secret Santa of the Century! Fred VanVleet Is an All-Star!

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto’s fourth straight win on Thursday against the Chicago Bulls and Fred VanVleet’s first ever All-Star selection (00:33). Later, the two speak to Evy Kwong of the Toronto Star about a Lunar New Year fundraiser they’re a part of (32:25) and finally exchange gifts with producer Derrick for the Secret Santa of the century (39:50). YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WaEXpUJERSc The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
2/4/202249 minutes, 52 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Four Straight Wins & Freddy Is An All-Star

Will Lou recaps the Raptors' 127-120 victory over the Bulls for their fourth straight win! He breaks down Scottie Barnes' tip-in shot to force overtime, a big play from Chris Boucher in OT, Gary Trent Jr.'s clutch three, and the team's ability to compete against the top teams in the East. Plus, Fred VanVleet has been named an All-Star for the first time in his career, becoming just the fourth undrafted player of all time to get the nod.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/4/202243 minutes, 56 seconds
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Jodie Meeks Q&A

Will Lou sits down with Raptors 905 guard Jodie Meeks to talk about his NBA journey (00:12), his favourite mentors (06:17), and memories from the 2019 championship run (11:32), including: Nick Nurse’s in-game adjustments, the Game 1 loss to Orlando, Kawhi’s Game 7 shot, and what it means to be an NBA champion. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/3/202229 minutes, 2 seconds
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Interview of the Century with Jodie Meeks

Will Lou sits down with Raptors 905 guard Jodie Meeks to discuss his NBA career so far and his favorite memories from the Raptors 2019 championship run (06:20). Later, Will and Alex Wong discuss Drake’s court-side online gambling habit, Nick Nurse’s Murdoch Mysteries cameo, and if $40 is too expensive for a haircut (38:35).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/3/202250 minutes, 43 seconds
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What is Gary Trent Jr.'s Long-Term Potential?

Will Lou is joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to share an insider look at the empty arena experience in Scotiabank Arena last night, including what it's like to sit next to Alex during an NBA game and what Drake and Masai were up to (00:23). The two also discuss Toronto's recent trend of lackadaisical first quarters and dominant second half performances, and wonder about Gary Trent Jr's long-term potential (08:12). Later, Michael Grange joins the program to discuss his Sportsnet "Big Read" on Fred VanVleet's journey as a team leader, before providing an update on Goran Dragic (29:44).  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P4BtR1SwbMw The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/2/202250 minutes, 31 seconds
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Slander Pod: Gary Trent Jr. Goes For Another 30 Piece

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 110-106 victory over the Miami Heat and is joined by slander expert Asad Alvi to discuss Gary Trent Jr.'s fifth straight game scoring 30+ points, Jimmy Butler foul hunting, OG Anunoby's athleticism, how the Heat have performed without Kyle Lowry, their reliance on the three-pointer, and another Goran Dragic appearance in Miami. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/2/202255 minutes, 10 seconds
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The Best Potential Trade Deadline Deals!

Will Lou is joined by The FAN Morning Show's Blake Murphy to recap Toronto's win over the Atlanta Hawks on Monday (06:03). Later, the two discuss potential trade deadline deals for Bogdan Bogdanovic, Thomas Bryant, Harrison Barnes, Josh Hart, Spencer Dinwiddie, and more (31:05)! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMR-H0lZvfI  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/1/202249 minutes, 52 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Crunch Time Defence Breaks Hawks Win Streak

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 106-100 victory over the Hawks in Atlanta and touched on Toronto's crunch time defence forcing the Hawks to their secondary actions, players becoming uncomfortable when they're being guarded by Gary Trent Jr., another 30-plus point performance from their shooting guard, and a lookahead to their third meeting against the Miami Heat. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
2/1/202245 minutes, 30 seconds
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Inside the Triple-Overtime Thriller of the Century

Will Lou and Alex Wong return to the studio and discuss Toronto’s triple overtime win at Miami over the weekend and spotlight all five starters and their contributions (00:11). Later, they discuss Lunar New Year, Secret Santa, and if the front office owes it to the roster to upgrade at the trade deadline (28:48). YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9OIQF9V3Bvw The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/31/202249 minutes, 26 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Game of the (Regular) Season

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 124-120 triple overtime thriller against the Heat in Miami and breaks down each overtime, OG Anunoby's individual defence on Jimmy Butler, Erik Spoelstra's timeout, Gary Trent Jr.'s third straight game with 30+ points, and the team's overall effort against the number one seeded team in the East. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/30/202240 minutes, 49 seconds
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What is Goran Dragic Doing in Miami?

Alex Wong is joined by critically-acclaimed actor and long-time Raptors fan Ennis Esmer (3:29) to chat about Goran Dragic’s current whereabouts and our favorite Raptors merch and memorabilia over the years. Later, producer JR Manatad joins the show with some hard-hitting news, notes, and questions (25:03). Finally, Alex and Ennis chat about where Kyle Lowry ranks among all-time Toronto athletes and conclude with a freestyle battle (36:45). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/29/202249 minutes, 14 seconds
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The Nick Nurse British Basketball League Stories You’ve Never Heard Of

Alex Wong is joined by James Herbert of CBS Sports to officially accept the title of Raptors Show Global Ambassador from Danielle Michaud and chat about Fred and Pascal’s All-Star chances (02:27). The two share their favourite Nick Nurse British Basketball League stories and listen to a few fan-submitted tales (20:26). Finally, Alex plays another round of “Who He Play For" (40:41). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/28/202249 minutes, 19 seconds
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What to Make Of the Up-And-Down, Always .500 Raptors?

Alex Wong is joined by TheScore’s Joseph Casciaro to talk about Toronto’s latest disappointing last-second defeat in Chicago, how to manage expectations for a young Raptors team, and what items would belong in a Raptors Museum of Artifacts (00:15). Later, the two brainstorm ways to improve the All-Star Weekend viewing experience (37:45). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/27/202249 minutes, 20 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Losing Another Close Game

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 111-105 loss to the Bulls in Chicago and discuss Toronto's resilience, ability to compete till the end, defensive inconsistencies, Raptors using their size against a much smaller Bulls team, Gary Trent Jr.'s two technical fouls, and how Scottie Barnes performed in his return to the lineup. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/27/202246 minutes, 57 seconds
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What to Make Of OG Anunoby’s Offensive Progression?

Will Lou is joined by Sportsnet’s Amy Audibert to discuss Pascal’s playmaking, Gary Trent’s shotmaking, Malachi Flynn’s best game of the season, and the strangest things about the arena experience (00:12). Later, Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com assesses OG Anunoby’s improvement on offence this season (33:52). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/26/202249 minutes, 43 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Siakam & Trent Jr. Backcourt Leads the Way

Will Lou recaps the Raptors' 125-113 victory over the visiting Hornets and discusses Toronto's offensive execution in the first half. He breaks down getting a boost from the bench with Malachi Flynn and Dalano Banton, Pascal Siakam grabbing 12 assists (and a near triple-double) with Fred VanVleet out, and Trent Jr.'s ability to find his shot.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/26/202242 minutes, 13 seconds
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Who Should the Raptors Target at the Trade Deadline?

Will Lou is joined by the FAN Morning Show's Blake Murphy to discuss Fred VanVleet's minutes, why the Raptors struggle against zone defenses, and if a new starting lineup is required to overcome their recent slow starts (00:05). Later, they recap Yuta Watanabe, Dalano Banton, and Malachi Flynn's performance with the 905 last night, and debate Toronto's trade deadline strategy (29:34). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/25/202249 minutes, 39 seconds
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Inside the (Almost) Comeback of the Century

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss their in-person reunion at Scotiabank Arena yesterday to watch the Raptors nearly pull off a historic comeback against the Blazers, and try to explain the many reasons for the team’s inconsistency through 44 games (00:16). Later, the two chat about Jalen Harris, former Raptors bench players they would like to have back, and continue to dive into Will Lou’s 75 favourite animals of all-time in celebration of the NBA’s 75th anniversary season (30:02). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/24/202249 minutes, 16 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Lack of Focus From the Jump

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 114-105 loss to the visiting Portland Trailblazers and chats about the slow start in the first half from Toronto, the lack of focus since warm-ups, foul trouble between Pascal Siakam and OG Anunoby, how they mounted a comeback in the second half, and Dalano Banton's energy coming off the bench. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/24/202233 minutes, 59 seconds
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Blood In The Garden with Chris Herring

Alex Wong is joined by Sports Illustrated senior writer and author of “Blood In The Garden: The Flagrant History of the 1990s New York Knicks” to chat about his new book and the story behind how Charles Oakley ended up on the Raptors. Later, the two discuss the Raptors season and Gary Trent Jr.’s mohair cardigan before diving into Chris’s favorite 90s NBA rivalries. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/22/202248 minutes, 26 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Another Dramatic Win vs. Wizards

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 109-105 victory over the Washington Wizards and touches on the history between the two teams, OG Anunoby's defence on Bradley Beal, Scottie Barnes' response to his performance against the Dallas Mavericks, Fred VanVleet's playmaking when his shot isn't going down and how Gary Trent Jr. played in his return to the lineup. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/22/202245 minutes, 35 seconds
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Fan Question Friday on the Raptors Show!

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Faizal Khamisa for a quick round of small talk before the pair dive into Eric Flynn’s recent social media comments about Nick Nurse and the Raptors (06:23). Later, Will and Alex answer your questions regarding new nicknames for the players, if the starting lineup should change, if Dalano Banton can outrun the subway train, what player development means for an organization, and more (32:29)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/21/202248 minutes, 55 seconds
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What Is up With the Seven-Man Rotation?

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Nick Nurse’s use of seven players during the road trip, if the front office need to shoulder some blame, and what the team should do moving forward (01:16). Later, the two hand out mid-season awards to the Raptors' roster (28:53). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/20/202249 minutes, 29 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Luka Doncic Dismantles Toronto

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 102-98 loss to the Dallas Mavericks and chats about Luka Doncic's offensive performances against Toronto since entering the league, tired legs from the Raptors nearing the end of the road trip, the decision to go for the three pointer in the dying seconds, and Scottie Barnes' defence on Luka's final shot. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/20/202245 minutes, 24 seconds
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What Should the Raptors Do at the Trade Deadline?

Will Lou is joined by Sportsnet’s Michael Grange to get a sense of the front office’s mindset heading into the trade deadline and whether the Raptors should be a buyer or seller (00:12). Later, Will talks to Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com about where Pascal Siakam and Fred VanVleet rank among players at their positions (28:29). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/19/202248 minutes, 26 seconds
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What Is the Value of Goran Dragic’s $19 Million Contract?

Will Lou is joined by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy to recap Toronto’s loss in Miami, make sense of Nick Nurse shortening his rotation, and what competitive games against contenders in the past week means for the Raptors (00:12). Later, the two evaluate Scottie Barnes’ return to the lineup, OG Anunoby as a secondary offensive option, Chris Boucher’s trade value, and why the Raptors are still holding on to Goran Dragic’s roster spot (26:53). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/18/202249 minutes, 28 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Competing Till the End

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 104-99 loss to the Miami Heat and chats about the team's competitiveness against the best teams in the NBA without Gary Trent Jr. and Khem Birch, Caleb Martin's foul on Scottie Barnes, and Miami's deep lineup compared to Toronto. Plus, Will touches on the individual performances from Pascal Siakam becoming the number one option, Fred VanVleet's ability to play off the ball, Chris Boucher's energy off the bench and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/18/202244 minutes, 21 seconds
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Gary Trent Jr. Reversible Cardigan Appreciation Hour

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s up-and-down weekend which included the Dwane Casey curse still being a thing in 2022, the short-handed Raptors earning a much-deserved victory in Milwaukee, and Gary Trent Jr.’s signature cardigan (02:38). Later, Sidra Alam joins the show to talk about her Peel Region N95 Mask Fundraiser before Will and Alex conclude by remembering their favourite Kyle Lowry moments and how he’s playing in Miami so far (29:18). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/17/202249 minutes, 24 seconds
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Slander Pod: Taking Down the Champs, Again

Will Lou and Asad Alvi break down the Raptors 103-96 victory over the defending NBA champions Bucks in Milwaukee for another edition of the Slander Pod. The guys touch on Toronto's first meeting and defence against Giannis Antetokounmpo, Pascal Siakam's playmaking leading to his second triple-double in his career, OG Anunoby's offence, and Justin Champagnie winning the rebound battle. Plus, the guys chat about head coach Mike Budenholzer's post-game comments and Bobby Portis vs. Siakam. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/16/202251 minutes, 6 seconds
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Inside The World of Vintage Raptors Jersey Collecting

Alex Wong is joined by In Vintage We Trust co-owner Josh Roter (1:57) to chat about the rise of the vintage Raptors jersey market since the 2019 championship run, why he wants the team to bring back the Huskies name, and more. Later, long-time Raptors jersey collector Kai (27:40) drops by to share a few secrets on tracking down game-worn jerseys, why the dino uniform means so much to him, and his experience in collecting Raptors memorabilia. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/15/202249 minutes, 10 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Not Taking the Pistons Seriously

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 103-87 loss to the Pistons in Detroit and touches on the lack of effort and focus from Toronto, another underwhelming performance from the bench, and the team's all-time record against Dwane Casey's Pistons. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/15/202228 minutes, 43 seconds
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Fan Question Friday!

Before Will Lou answers your Twitter and Instagram questions, he is joined by producer Dylan Brown for a riveting 10 minutes of small talk (00:47). Later, Will and Alex Wong examine potential trade targets for the Raptors and debate whether Toronto should explore a deal for Myles Turner (18:58). To wrap up, the two try to figure out why the Raptors have so many non-shooters, if Pascal has an All-NBA case, and much more (34:33)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/14/202249 minutes, 5 seconds
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Justin Champagnie Q&A

Toronto Raptors rookie Justin Champagnie talks to Will Lou about getting cut from his sixth grade basketball team, the pre-draft process, why he wanted to join the Raptors, his bond with the rookies on the team, the secrets to his offensive rebounding, why his voicemail inbox is full right now, his personal goals this season, and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/13/202223 minutes, 54 seconds
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Interview of the Century with Justin Champagnie

Will Lou sits down with rookie Justin Champagnie to chat about his journey to the NBA, draft night memories, his offensive rebounding, his near game-winner against the OKC Thunder, and much more (01:52). Later, Alex Wong interviews Will Lou about his in-person experience at an empty Scotiabank Arena on Tuesday (29:10). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/13/202249 minutes, 21 seconds
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Raptor Mascot Inflated! Raptors' Win Streak Deflated

Will Lou is joined Raptors 905 sideline report and host of “Raptors Today” Savanna Hamilton to recap the end of Toronto’s six-game win streak and chat about Devin Booker’s late-game complaint with the Raptors' mascot (00:10). Later, Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com joins the show to chat with Will about Chris Boucher’s recent transformation as a role player, why he is studying tapes of Dennis Rodman, and more (26:34)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/12/202249 minutes, 27 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Win Streak Comes to an End

Will Lou recaps the Raptors' 99-95 loss to the Phoenix Suns, ending their 6-game win streak, and touched on the starting lineup changes with Gary Trent Jr. and Scottie Barnes sidelined, the Suns' defence on Fred VanVleet, OG Anunoby's struggles to create some offence in this game, and how Toronto was able to contain Devin Booker's ability to score. Plus, his frustration with the Raptor! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/12/202249 minutes, 18 seconds
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Dissecting the Six-Game Win Streak

Will Lou is joined by the FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy to examine a few trends about the Raptors during their current win streak including the team’s offensive rating (2nd in the league) in this period, Fred’s three-point shooting (5.8 threes on 44 percent), and Pascal’s play-making (6.2 assists) (2:20). Later, the two discuss the best five-man lineups and who the Raptors should target at the trade deadline (25:52).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
1/11/202249 minutes, 18 seconds
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How to Make It Into Nick Nurse’s Group Chat

Will Lou and Alex Wong brainstorm ways to make the empty arena experience more fun before discussing how defenses are adjusting to Fred VanVleet (07:05). Later, the pair chat about Nick Nurse’s group chat, a “Raptors Show” NN hat giveaway, and share some love for Chris Boucher (26:21). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/10/202249 minutes, 20 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Running Away With Their 6th Straight Win

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 105-101 win over the Pelicans and breaks down Pascal Siakam's ability to fix a broken play, how teams are showing Fred VanVleet more respect on the court, and Toronto's defensive effort and approach to running their offence against Jonas Valanciunas. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates
1/10/202252 minutes, 39 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Fred VanVleet Snapped

Will Lou recaps the Raptors' 122-108 victory over the Jazz and breaks down Fred VanVleet's 24-point third quarter, securing his first triple-double, and Toronto's slow start to the game - including allowing 40 points in the first quarter. Will also discusses having positive results with Chris Boucher and Precious Achiuwa playing together, and the positive contributions of Gary Trent Jr. (scoring not included).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/8/202256 minutes, 6 seconds
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The NBA’s Long-Ball Revolution with Imman Adan

Will Lou is joined by Imman Adan of Dishes & Dimes and Yahoo Sports Canada to discuss Toronto’s roster construction and the league’s long-ball revolution (00:11). Later, Will answers your Twitter questions about whether the Raptors should upgrade the roster at the trade deadline and make a playoff push, Pascal Siakam’s All-Star chances, and more (30:10)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/7/202250 minutes, 38 seconds
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5am in Toronto with Tyler Tynes

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s fourth straight win and discuss Pascal Siakam’s All-NBA play, Gary Trent Jr.’s shotmaking, and more. They also celebrate Alex finally acquiring an NN hat (0:19). Later, GQ staff writer Tyler Tynes joins the program to discuss his Masai Ujiri profile (30:07).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate. 
1/6/202249 minutes, 37 seconds
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Slander Pod: Taking Down the Defending Champs

Will Lou is joined by Asad Alvi for another edition of the Slander Pod as the Raptors win 117-111 over the defending champs Bucks and they discuss Khris Middleton's weakness, Toronto's defensive adjustments against Milwaukee, and how the bench unit supported the starters. Later, the guys chat about OG Anunoby's efficiency alongside Pascal Siakam and Fred VanVleet, and the last few minutes of the 4th quarter. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/6/202251 minutes, 4 seconds
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How the Raptors Are Experimenting With Their “Big” Lineup

Will Lou and Sportsnet’s Amy Audibert discuss Tuesday's Raptors win over San Antonio and chat about Fred VanVleet and Pascal Siakam’s stellar play, Justin Champagnie’s career night, and the experience of broadcasting in an empty arena (04:23). Later, Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com joins the show to discuss Scottie Barnes becoming the “new Marc Gasol,” and what they expect from Nick Nurse’s “big” lineup moving forward (28:20).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/5/202251 minutes, 29 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Back at .500 Winning Three Straight

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 129-104 victory over the Spurs for their third straight win, and touches on the success of the all-forward group on the court, Fred VanVleet scoring another 30+ point game, his ability to take care of the ball, the team's full potential when the roster is healthy, how Scottie Barnes compares to Marc Gasol, and Toronto's next game against the Bucks.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/5/202256 minutes, 21 seconds
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Should Fred VanVleet Make the All-Star Team?

Will Lou is joined by TheScore’s Joe Wolfond to discuss DeMar DeRozan’s season in Chicago so far and to make the case for Fred VanVleet to make the All-Star team (1:25). Later, Will is joined by Alex Wong and The No Dunks Podcast’s Trey Kerby to talk about the Bulls and their 2013-14 Raptors vibes (32:21).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.  
1/4/202248 minutes, 51 seconds
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Are the 2021-22 Raptors Ready to Write a New Narrative?

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto’s 120-105 win over the New York Knicks Sunday before diving into Fred VanVleet’s All-Star chances, Nick Nurse’s rotation, and Chris Boucher’s recent contributions off the bench (01:25). Later, the two discuss Goran Dragic’s current whereabouts, Pascal Siakam’s all-around play, and take a look at the standings to see whether the Raptors can make a push for a top-six playoff spot (24:56). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/3/202249 minutes, 57 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Kicking off 2022 With a Win

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 120-105 win over the visiting Knicks to start the new year and discuss Nick Nurse's preferred starting lineup and rotation when all healthy, how the team executed without having a true point guard on the court, Fred VanVleet scoring a season-high in points, Gary Trent Jr. fouling out and Scottie Barnes' return. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/3/202250 minutes, 19 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Securing the Final Win of 2021

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 116-108 victory over the Clippers and touched on how Pascal Siakam and Fred VanVleet thrived on the offensive end, Toronto taking advantage of a depleted Clippers roster, OG Anunoby's return to the starting lineup, and Serge Ibaka's return to Scotiabank Arena. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
1/1/202240 minutes, 30 seconds
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Serge Ibaka Q&A

Alex Wong chats with Serge Ibaka about whether he’s found a better Chinese restaurant than Rol San in Los Angeles, what he misses most about Toronto, why he will always have a special connection with the Raptors fanbase, his favourite championship season memories and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
1/1/202216 minutes, 2 seconds
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Serge Ibaka Appreciation Hour!

Alex Wong sits down with Serge Ibaka to chat about why Raptors fans will always have a special place in his heart, what he has seen on and off the court from OG Anunoby and Fred VanVleet, and his favourite memories from the 2018-19 championship season (01:08). Later, Alex and Will Lou run through some of their favourite memories of Serge in Toronto, including his best on-court moments and the best “How Hungry Are You” episodes (24:36). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/31/202149 minutes, 58 seconds
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What is Scottie Barnes’ Long-Term Ceiling?

Alex Wong is joined by Toronto-based critical care doctor Shankar Sivananthan to talk about the NBA’s approach to the pandemic and how safe it is to be at Scotiabank Arena right now (00:23). Later, The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor joins Will Lou to chat about Scottie Barnes’ long-term prospects, whether he can become a 25-point per game scorer, and what the Raptors might do at the trade deadline and in the upcoming draft (26:36). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/30/202151 minutes, 34 seconds
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Raptors-Sixers Recap! “Who He Play For” Hardship Exemption Edition

Will Lou is joined by Sportsnet’s Paul Jones to discuss Pascal Siakam’s performance against the Philadelphia 76ers, Gary Trent Jr.’s shot selection, Malachi Flynn’s role with the team, and Paul’s career in basketball (01:51). Later, Alex Wong joins the show to spotlight some hardship exemption stories before calling up James Herbert of CBS Sports to play a special edition of “Who He Play For" (38:49). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/29/202150 minutes, 8 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Big Game by Boucher Despite Loss to the Sixers

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 114-109 loss to the Sixers and Toronto's uphill battle throughout the game, how Pascal Siakam set the tone of the game in his return, Chris Boucher's explosive performance from three and on the boards, how challenging it was to contain Joel Embiid, and how D.J. Wilson played in his second game as a Raptor.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
12/29/202142 minutes, 36 seconds
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The Most Important Stats of the Season! How Can the Raptors Build A Contender Again?

On a special super-sized episode, Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy to discuss the stats which stand out to them about the 2021-22 Raptors season so far (0:29). Later, Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com joins the program to chat about the team’s long-term plan of becoming a contender again (54:17). Lastly, Will and Alex call up Sportsnet Central’s Faizal Khamisa to find out if he actually listens to “The Raptors Show with Will Lou" (1:26:45).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
12/29/20211 hour, 41 minutes, 43 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Cavs Blow Out the Depleted Raps

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors 144-99 blowout loss to the Cavaliers in Cleveland and touches on the lead up to the game with the 8 active players, if the game should've been played, Yuta Watanabe's performance, Dalano Banton's first game back since facing the Kings, and which player impressed him the most out of the hardship signings. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/27/202130 minutes, 1 second
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The Raptors Show Holiday Extravaganza!

Will Lou is joined by producer and co-host Alex Wong to discuss whether the Raptors will play their next game this weekend in Cleveland and catch up on the latest COVID-19 updates. Later, they play the best holiday gift idea voicemails and Alex brings along a few birthday surprises for Will.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
12/23/202149 minutes, 58 seconds
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Raptors-Bulls Postponed! Eastern Conference Tiers

Will Lou is joined by TheScore’s Joseph Casciaro (00:11) and Joe Wolfond (28:07) to discuss the latest Raptors postponement and Adam Silver’s comments on the league’s approach to the coronavirus. They also revisit preseason expectations and rank the Eastern Conference teams by tier.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
12/22/202150 minutes, 43 seconds
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What Do We Know About the Raptors Emergency Signings?

Will Lou is joined by The FAN Morning Show's Blake Murphy to discuss the latest developments surrounding Raptors players entering NBA's health and safety protocols, who will run the offence, how the depleted team will match up against the Bulls, and if this reminds them of the Raptors' Tampa Bay season. Later, Will and Blake chat about Toronto's emergency signings including Tremont Waters, Brandon Goodwin, and Juwan Morgan and what they can bring to the lineup.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
12/21/202149 minutes, 10 seconds
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Is the NBA Season in Jeopardy?

Will Lou is joined by Raptors Republic's Louis Zatzman to chat about OG Anunoby's performance in his return to the lineup against the Warriors, how OG can become the next star wing, and the Raptors' halfcourt offence (00:17). Later, Will and Sportsnet's Michael Grange recap how Toronto has been impacted by health and safety protocols, how the NHL suspending cross-border games could affect the Raptors, the future of the 2021-22 season, and much more (27:02). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/20/202149 minutes, 38 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: 50 Percent Capacity, 100 Percent Dominance Against Warriors

Will Lou breaks down the Toronto Raptors' 119-100 win over a depleted Golden State Warriors and discusses Fred VanVleet's dominant performance, Scottie Barnes' play-making and how he looked running point and Precious Achiuwa and OG Anunoby's return to the lineup. Alex Wong makes a special appearance to discuss some of his tweets during tonight's game, plus the guys read your Twitter questions (34:17).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
12/19/20211 hour, 1 minute, 53 seconds
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Who Is the Most Improved Raptor? Will Answers Your Twitter Questions!

Will Lou is joined by Raptors.com's Vivek Jacob to chat about which player he would want to take the final shot of a game, provides an update on OG Anunoby's injury status, details who would be moved out of the starting lineup when OG returns and why Gary Trent Jr. is the most improved player this season (00:46). Afterwards, Will answers your questions from Twitter on Goran Dragic's future with the team, health and safety protocols around the NBA, and much more (26:40)!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3U_6INlqO4The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/17/202150 minutes, 7 seconds
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Late Game Scenarios with Amy Audibert! Raptors 905 Check-in with Savanna Hamilton

Will Lou is joined by Sportsnet's Amy Audibert to discuss the Raptors' late game execution following their loss to the Nets, when is the right time to call a timeout, and who takes the last shot in a close game (00:23).  Later, Raptors 905 sideline reporter Savanna Hamilton joins the show to discuss the best late game shot makers, and assesses the 905's season so far including Dalano Banton and Justin Champagnie's recent performances with the G League team (29:44). YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8yUyMDX_dwThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/16/202151 minutes, 44 seconds
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Alex’s 10 Nets-Raptors Stats! Will Answers YouTube Questions!

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s overtime loss in Brooklyn and discuss the continued lackluster performance from the bench and other areas of improvement (01:17). Later, they answer questions from the YouTube audience on what they expect from Scottie Barnes for the rest of this season, if any Raptor player has trade value, and more (27:34)!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVyl_GENZf8The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/15/202149 minutes, 36 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Depleted Nets Hang with the Raps

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors' 131-129 OT loss to the Nets and discusses how Brooklyn performed with a diminished lineup. He also gets into Toronto's defence against Kevin Durant, losing the rebound battle, Pascal Siakam and Fred VanVleet closing the game, Chris Boucher's technical foul, and another stellar performance from Scottie Barnes.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/15/202142 minutes, 57 seconds
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Raise, Check or Fold with Blake Murphy and Eric Koreen

Will Lou is joined by The Fan Morning Show's Blake Murphy and Eric Koreen of The Athletic to discuss Toronto's home win over Sacramento and Malachi Flynn and Dalano Banton's performance (04:24). Later, Will puts on his poker hat and gets Blake and Eric to decide whether to raise, check, or fold on each Raptors player (26:42). YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDPp98XMPE4The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/14/202150 minutes, 52 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: A Cohesive Bench Unit

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 124-101 blow out win over the Sacramento Kings and touches on the production from the second unit, Scottie Barnes playing with the bench, Yuta Watanabe gaining some confidence on the court, Malachi Flynn's performance, how Chris Boucher is taking advantage of his minutes as a starter, Pascal Siakam playing a more passive game against the Kings and Scottie Barnes' ability to do anything on the court. Plus, we take your calls, texts, and Twitter questions! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/14/202143 minutes, 2 seconds
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Fact-Checking the Toronto Raptors with Daniel Dale

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined in studio by Sportsnet’s Faizal Khamisa to chat about Fred VanVleet’s new scholarship partnership with the University of Toronto and revisit his preseason over/under picks (04:44). Later, CNN reporter Daniel Dale joins the show to reminisce about Toronto’s 2019 championship run, evaluate Will’s in-game live tweets, and fact-check a few statements about the Raptors (26:08).YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MiCaS3otTY0The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/13/202149 minutes, 20 seconds
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Oren Weisfeld Recaps Knicks-Raptors! Matt Bonner Shares His Favorite Toronto Memories

Alex Wong is joined by Oren Weisfeld to recap Toronto’s home win over New York and to discuss his experience covering the Giants of Africa annual dinner (1:27). Later, former Raptor Matt Bonner joins the podcast to chat about his new broadcasting career and his favorite Toronto memories including grabbing subway sandwiches after Raptors games and his favorite dim sum spots in Chinatown (27:10). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates
12/11/202150 minutes, 39 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Holding off the Knickerbockers

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors' 90-87 victory over the Knicks and discusses Pascal Siakam struggling to find his shot, Chris Boucher's performance, how Scottie Barnes played a role without scoring a ton, and Trent Jr.'s reliability on offence. Plus, Will touches on Nick Nurse's decision to not have Siakam on the floor with the bench unit, switching to zone defence and reads some Twitter questions.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
12/11/202149 minutes, 50 seconds
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10 Stats and 1 Spicy Meatball with Joseph Casciaro

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss important and quirky stats from the Raptors season so far, including distance travelled by Fred VanVleet on the court and Yuta Watanabe ranking as one of the fastest players in the league (06:24). Later, TheScore’s Joseph Casciaro joins the show to provide his "Spicy Meatball of the Week" and to play a trivia game to see how many former Raptors he can name from across the league (27:51).YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xarmFJtcZoThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/10/202149 minutes, 50 seconds
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OKC Puts Champagnie on Ice! Nick Nurse Visits Memphis Record Store

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Toronto’s last-second defeat to the OKC Thunder and discuss whether the Raptors can be considered as a serious team (05:30). They break down a disastrous third quarter and depict what went wrong during the final three possessions of the game (25:34). To wrap up, they discuss Nick Nurse’s recent trip to his favourite record store in Memphis (40:36).YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQ-S-39MNKEThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/9/202150 minutes, 18 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Toronto Strikes Out on a Game Winning Shot

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors 110-109 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder and discusses the late comeback by Toronto in the 4th quarter, Justin Champagnie's final shot, problems with Pascal Siakam playing with the bench unit, Svi Mykhailiuk's performance on offence, lack of focus on defence, and how the Canadians Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luguentz Dort played against the Raptors. Plus, we hear post-game comments from the players and discuss who should get the last shot in a close game.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
12/9/202158 minutes, 29 seconds
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Should the Raptors Be Buyers or Sellers?

Will Lou is joined by Sportsnet’s Michael Grange to revisit the anniversary of the Rudy Gay trade and to discuss whether the Raptors should be buyers or sellers in the trade market (00:27). Later, Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com joins the show to spotlight Precious Achiuwa and Yuta Watanabe’s contributions to the team’s improving defence (29:20). They also discuss Pascal Siakam’s growing leadership role with the young guys on the roster (40:33).(YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XuCEYiC5tI)The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/8/202149 minutes, 12 seconds
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Tuesday with Blake Murphy! David Thorpe on Scottie Barnes’ Development

Will Lou is joined in studio by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy to discuss the new rules for unvaccinated NBA players traveling to Toronto, OG Anunoby and Khem Birch being out for the foreseeable future, and whether Myles Turner might be a fit on the Raptors (01:35). Later, they’re joined by TrueHoop’s David Thorpe to take an in-depth look at the development of Scottie Barnes so far (29:50).(YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DHuv_axEVZQ)The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/7/202150 minutes, 54 seconds
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Are the Raptors Finally Turning the Corner?

Will Lou and Alex Wong break down Sunday’s victory over Washington including an All-NBA performance from Pascal Siakam and encouraging signs from Chris Boucher and the second unit (02:13). Later, they discuss Precious Achiuwa discovering bagged milk and whether the team is starting to discover their defensive identity (25:00).(YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RGYE85hMQkg)The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/6/202149 minutes, 26 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Stress Free Victory for Toronto

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 102-90 win over the Washington Wizards in Toronto and discuss Pascal Siakam's strong performance, showing maturity on the offensive end, how the Raptors supported Siakam, defending Bradley Beal, and the effort from the bench unit. Plus we read some of your texts following the Raptors win.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/6/202129 minutes, 38 seconds
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Quarterly Awards With James Herbert! Raptors Japan Day With Teru Ikeda

Alex Wong is joined by CBS Sports NBA writer James Herbert (0:55) to hand out awards for the first quarter of the Raptors season including the rookie most likely to score 30 points and get benched in the same game, the player who is doing the most, worst in-game promotion, and more. They also play another round of “Who He Play For” (24:23). Later, Alex is joined by Teru Ikeda to talk about Toronto Raptors Japan Day and the impact of Yuta Watanabe in Japan (37:57). And finally, Alex and producer Derrick try to brainstorm ideas for their upcoming Secret Santa gift exchange with Will Lou. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/4/202150 minutes, 6 seconds
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Alex Delivers on Raptors-Bucks Guarantee! Will Delivers Twitter Questions

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto’s thrilling victory over Milwaukee at home and depict a play-by-play of the final 20 seconds of the fourth quarter (00:28). Later, they take to Twitter to answer your questions on dream Raptors lunch dates, Pascal Siakam’s trade value, Alex’s real age, and much more (25:25)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/3/202150 minutes, 36 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Strong Defensive Effort Against the Defending Champs

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 97-93 win against the defending champion Milwaukee Bucks in Toronto and discuss the Raps' defensive effort, not playing against Giannis, the performance from the referees and foul disparity throughout the game, and Fred VanVleet's importance in this matchup. Plus, Will takes your calls and reaction from the Raptors' win. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
12/3/202149 minutes, 14 seconds
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Yuta Watanabe Q&A

Will Lou interviews Raptors forward Yuta Watanabe on what it’s like to play in Nick Nurse’s defence, why he’s okay with Fred VanVleet calling him out, the NBA players he studied growing up, whether they’ll finally go for ramen together, and much more!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/3/202114 minutes, 56 seconds
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Ramen Invite with Yuta Watanabe! Boba Raptors with Clement Chu

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss tonight’s matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks and file an exclusive report from Raptors practice on Nick Nurse’s special shooting ball and Bobby Webster’s latest fashion. The pair are then joined by CCYAA co-founder Clement Chu to discuss the Raptors' latest collaboration, this time featuring bubble tea (16:40). Later, Yuta Watanabe talks about what it’s like to play in Nick Nurse’s defence, why he’s okay with Fred VanVleet calling him out, the NBA players he studied growing up, and whether he’ll finally go for ramen with Will (28:31).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/2/202150 minutes, 32 seconds
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Silver Linings Playbook with Amy Audibert and Vivek Jacob

Will Lou is joined by Sportsnet’s Amy Audibert to discuss Precious Achiuwa’s two-way potential, her continued optimism with this Raptors team, and share a sideline story about Scottie Barnes (00:14). Later, Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com chats about Malachi Flynn’s recent uptick in minutes and what the offence might look like with Scottie Barnes as the primary decision-maker (26:43).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/1/202150 minutes, 2 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Losing Streak Reaches Three

Will Lou breaks down the Toronto Raptors 98-91 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies at Scotiabank Arena and discusses the weaknesses on the team's roster following their performance, lack of creating offence, Pascal Siakam's foul trouble, Dillon Brooks' defence, and Yuta Watanabe gaining some confidence. Later, Will answers your Twitter questions following the Raptors and Grizzlies game.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
12/1/202151 minutes, 18 seconds
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Fixing the Raptors Bench with Blake Murphy! Nav Bhatia Q&A

Will Lou is joined in studio by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy to discuss the team’s second unit and what players like Malachi Flynn, Yuta Watanabe, and Dalano Banton can specifically do to help the starting five (03:05). Later, Raptors "superfan" Nav Bhatia calls in to chat about his upcoming CBC documentary and his journey as a Raptor fan (27:27).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/30/202150 minutes, 44 seconds
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Grading The First Quarter of the 2021-22 Raptors Season

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto’s loss to Boston to start their seven-game homestand and hand out first quarter grades to Fred VanVleet, Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, Nick Nurse and others (07:40). Later on, they’re joined by Asad Alvi to recap Will’s performance at the Raptors Republic 3-on-3 tournament (42:32).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/29/202150 minutes, 3 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Frustrating Loss to the Celtics

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 109-97 loss to the Boston Celtics in Toronto and discuss how the team performed without some of they key players, Nick Nurse finding a combination that works on the floor, Scottie Barnes getting benched early in the game, and their continuing losing record at home. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/29/202136 minutes, 10 seconds
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Road Trip Recap With Savanna Hamilton! Raptors-Celtics Preview With Michael Pina

Alex Wong is joined by Raptors 905 sideline reporter and host of “Raptors Today” Savanna Hamilton (0:53) to chat about Toronto’s never-ending problems on the defensive end, whether the heavy minutes being logged by the starters is catching up to them, and how they’re finding optimism through Scottie Barnes’ performance. Later, Alex is joined by Sports Illustrated’s Michael Pina (37:34) to chat about the Boston Celtics and why Jayson Tatum has been one of the most frustrating players to watch this season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/27/202150 minutes, 8 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Pacers Crush Toronto to End Raps' Road Trip

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 114-97 loss to the Pacers in Indiana ending their 6 game road trip with a 2-4 record and he discuss Domantas Sabonis' performance against Toronto, Raptors losing the rebound battle, Gary Trent Jr. leaving the game, Scottie Barnes' offence, and Will takes your Twitter questions. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/27/202137 minutes, 32 seconds
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Friday Call-In Show! Drinking Eggnog in November Edition

Will Lou and Alex Wong open up the phone lines and take your calls about the worst Raptors-related highlights, whether Nick Nurse is overrated, if Pascal Siakam is getting in the way of Scottie Barnes’ potential, Chris Boucher’s future with the team, and Alex’s love of eggnog (06:28).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/26/202150 minutes, 35 seconds
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Raptors-Grizzlies Recap! The Guide to Christmas Gifts For Your Parents

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto’s comeback victory in Memphis, Yuta Watanabe’s return, and stellar performances from Gary Trent Jr. and Precious Achiuwa (00:55). Later, they discuss the most stressful time of the year: buying Christmas gifts for their parents (26:07). The pair wrap up with a chat about Fred VanVleet, Scottie Barnes, and Pascal Siakam’s showing Wednesday against the Grizzlies (33:46).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/25/202151 minutes, 14 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Grizzlies Blow Their Lead, Toronto Secures the Win

Will Lou is joined by Asad Alvi to recap the Raptors 126-113 win over the Grizzlies in Memphis and discuss how Toronto defended Ja Morant, Yuta Watanabe's season debut, and Precious Achiuwa's impact on defence.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/25/202139 minutes, 9 seconds
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Finishing Drake Lyrics with Faizal Khamisa

Sportsnet Central’s Faizal Khamisa joins Will Lou and Alex Wong in studio to revisit his preseason over/under picks, before chatting about what Kyle Lowry’s return to Toronto in February will be like, and whether he left the franchise in a great place (02:49). Later, they discuss Faizal’s latest media day viral video where Raptors players tried to finish Drake lyrics. In response, Will and Alex put Faizal to the test with their own Drake lyric quiz (25:50).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/24/202149 minutes, 58 seconds
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Tuesday with Blake Murphy! What’s Wrong With Toronto’s Defence?

The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy joins Will Lou in studio to diagnose Toronto’s putrid defensive performance of late, and discusses whether it is more due to the coach’s scheme or the player’s execution (05:18). Later, they switch gears to the offensive side of the floor to chat about Scottie Barnes’ development curve, the starting lineup, and much more (25:40)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/23/202150 minutes, 55 seconds
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Is Scottie Barnes Hitting The Rookie Wall?

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Sunday’s road loss against the Warriors, whether Scottie Barnes is hitting a rookie wall, and who should move to the bench when the roster is fully healthy (00:40). Later, they talk to spoken word artist Hannah Flores about the Welcome Toronto Creators Program and her experience on opening night (26:20).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/22/202149 minutes, 58 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Warriors Are Really Good

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors 119-104 loss to the Golden State Warriors and discuss their defence against the Raptors' starters, how Fred VanVleet defends Steph Curry and Scottie Barnes' performance.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/22/202144 minutes, 38 seconds
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Tammy Sutton-Brown Q&A! Raptors-Warriors Preview With Kelenna Azubuike

Alex Wong is joined by Tammy Sutton-Brown to chat about her illustrious career playing in North America and overseas, and her new role as Associate of Basketball and Franchise Operations with the Raptors 905. Later, Warriors analyst Kelenna Azubuike talks about Golden State’s 14-2 start and the time Carmelo Anthony paid him $3,000 for a jersey number. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/20/202147 minutes, 49 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Pascal Siakam Uncrowns the Kings

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors 108-89 victory over the Kings in Sacramento and discuss how Khem Birch set the tone for the team in this game, Pascal Siakam's bounce back performance on offence, Gary Trent Jr.'s scoring outburst in the first half, and the bench unit finding success against the Kings.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/20/202130 minutes, 47 seconds
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Will and Alex Answer Twitter Questions!

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss Toronto’s performance in Utah Thursday night, including Nick Nurse’s defensive schemes and Pascal Siakam’s struggles. They also call up TheScore’s Joseph Casciaro for his "Spicy Meatball of the Week" (18:15). Lastly, Will and Alex head to Twitter to answer your questions about the team’s need for a traditional center, which NBA player can eat 10 Big Macs in an hour, and what position Scottie Barnes will play in three years (30:23).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/19/202151 minutes, 24 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Defensive Struggles Continue

Will Lou breaks down the Toronto Raptors 119-103 loss to the Jazz in Utah and discuss how the Raptors attacked one of the best shot blockers Rudy Gobert on offence, Pascal Siakam's performance on both ends of the court, and the struggling second unit.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/19/202147 minutes, 34 seconds
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Thursday with Savanna Hamilton! OG’s Injury and Raptors-Jazz Preview

Raptors 905 sideline reporter and host of “Raptors Today” Savanna Hamilton joins the program to chat with Will Lou and Alex Wong about OG Anunoby’s injury and how it will impact the team in the short term (05:31). They also discuss the number of bench players the Raptors can trust and why Malachi Flynn isn’t playing more. Later, we find out whether Savanna actually knows everything about her twin sister Oceana as she participates in the “hardest quiz in sports radio history” (26:30).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/18/202150 minutes, 25 seconds
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Safeway Tour Trip with Danielle Michaud

Sportsnet Central’s Danielle Michaud joins Will Lou and Alex Wong in studio to chat about her Raptors over/under picks from the start of the season (15:31). Later, they discuss Danielle’s sports media career journey and participate in “the hardest quiz show in sports radio history” with Alex (27:00).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/17/202150 minutes, 8 seconds
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Tuesday with Blake Murphy! Raptors-Blazers Recap

Will Lou is joined in studio by The FAN Morning Show's Blake Murphy to analyze the Raptors' loss Monday night to the Trail Blazers, Nick Nurse's 8-man rotation, and the defensive upside Scottie Barnes provides. In the final half of the show, the pair discuss Will & Yuta Ramen Watch 2021, how Pascal Siakam fits in the lineup, the Raptors' impact players, & much more (25:45)!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/16/202150 minutes, 5 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Portland’s All-Star Backcourt Propel Blazers to a Win

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 118-113 loss to the Trail Blazers in Portland and discusses the performance from the Blazers' all-star backcourt, their surge in the 4th quarter, Toronto's slip on the defensive end in the past 6 games, and Pascal Siakam finding a groove on offence.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/16/202130 minutes, 32 seconds
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Why Are the Raptors So Inconsistent?

Will Lou and Alex Wong rank Toronto’s six home losses so far this season and discuss why the Raptors have been such an inconsistent team (2:50). They officially ban any mentions of the NN hat on “The Raptors Show” and are joined by Yaron Weitzman to talk about his feature story on Nick Nurse’s in-game squatting (10:52). In the second half of the show, Will and Alex chat about Pascal Siakam’s impressive performance on Saturday and look ahead to the team’s six-game road trip which starts tonight (24:16).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
11/15/202149 minutes, 42 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Another Disappointing Loss at Home

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 127-101 loss to the Detroit Pistons and discuss the lackluster performance on defence by Toronto, their losing record on home court, how Pascal Siakam looks in his first few games coming off his shoulder surgery, and Goran Dragic's performance in the starting lineup in place of Fred VanVleet.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/14/202147 minutes, 51 seconds
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Raptors-Pistons Preview! Schemes and Stats with Joe Wolfond

Alex Wong is joined by theScore’s Joe Wolfond (0:21) to discuss his reasons for optimism and reasons for concern regarding the Raptors. They also discuss the biggest what-ifs in franchise history and whether a large bubble tea with tapioca is considered a meal. Later, The Athletic’s James Edwards III (32:45) joins the program to chat about Cade Cunningham, Dwane Casey, and Detroit’s Canadian trio.   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/13/202149 minutes, 58 seconds
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Norman Powell Q&A

Will Lou and Alex Wong sit down with former Raptor Norman Powell to talk about his transition to Portland and reminisce about his many highlights during his tenure in Toronto (00:13). Norm also tells us where his championship ring is now, if he ever actually went to Osmow's, the one thing Fred VanVleet is afraid of, and his favorite Kyle Lowry practice story (25:19).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/13/202130 minutes, 4 seconds
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Larry O'B Memories with Norman Powell

Will Lou and Alex Wong open today's show by discussing Toronto's win over the Sixers Thursday night. Then, Alex busts a rhyme in a new Popeyes freestyle snippet and discusses if his dream of receiving Nick Nurse merch will come true (00:30). Later, former Raptor Norman Powell joins the program to talk about his transition to Portland and reminisces about his many highlights during his tenure in Toronto (16:33). Norm also tells us about where his championship ring is now, if he ever actually went to Osmow's, the one thing Fred VanVleet is afraid of, and his favorite Kyle Lowry practice story (40:54). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/12/202150 minutes, 35 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Bounce Back Win for Toronto

Will Lou recaps the Raptors’ 115-109 win against the 76ers in Philly and discusses Chris Boucher’s turnaround performance, the contributions from the entire team and holding off a late rally by the Sixers. Plus, your calls and texts on Gary Trent Jr.’s development, opposing defences struggling with OG Anunoby, and who should be the Raptors closer moving forward. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/12/20211 hour, 19 minutes, 23 seconds
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Evaluating Pascal Siakam’s Return with Blake Murphy & JE Skeets

Will Lou is joined by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy and JE Skeets of the “No Dunks” podcast to chat about Toronto’s disappointing showing in Boston Wednesday night, what they’ve seen from Pascal Siakam’s return so far, and more (00:48). Later, they discuss JE Skeets’ career path and the influence of “The Basketball Jones”, before Producer Alex Wong stops by to wrap up the show (26:35). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/11/202149 minutes, 16 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Mindless Effort by Toronto in Loss to Celtics

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 104-88 loss to the Celtics in Boston and discuss the amount of chances Toronto had to win the game, their effort on both ends of the court, Boston’s performance against the Raps, missing Khem Birch in the lineup and the decisions to double team players. Plus, we take your calls and texts throughout the show. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/11/202153 minutes, 37 seconds
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The Life and Times of Michael Grange

William Lou and Alex Wong are joined in studio by Sportsnet’s Michael Grange to discuss Earl Watson’s time with the Phoenix Suns, his interactions with Robert Sarver, and why the Raptors are so good at drafting players (00:20). Later, Grange chats about his career path, the Kevin O’Neill era, and shares his favorite Raptors coaches of all-time (30:25). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/10/202149 minutes, 3 seconds
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Fred VanVleet Q&A

Will Lou sits down with Raptors guard Fred VanVleet to chat about the ways he changed his approach this offseason to set himself up for a leadership role, the personal goals he sets for himself in the NBA, his strong connection with former Raptor Kyle Lowry, if comments from social media trickle down to the players themselves, his impressions of Gary Trent Jr. & the rookies, the trust he’s developed with Head Coach Nick Nurse, & so much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/9/202116 minutes, 27 seconds
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All You Can Eat with Fred VanVleet

Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss last night’s melee between the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat (01:17), before they are joined by Imman Adan of Dishes & Dimes to chat about Precious Achiuwa and Kyle Lowry (16:27). Later, Will sits down with Fred VanVleet to discuss the start of the season, his personal goals for this year, Nick Nurse’s swag, his new podcast, and much more (27:09)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/9/202149 minutes, 13 seconds
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Wins and Lessons with Matt Devlin

Will Lou and Alex Wong kickoff the show by discussing Pascal Siakam’s return against the Brooklyn Nets and Kevin Durant’s praise of Scottie Barnes (01:26). They then call up Matt Devlin for the definitive story on his iconic performance in Indiana earlier this season (24:18). To wrap up, they chat about Yuta Watanabe going for ramen again and Herbie Kuhn’s bag (42:35). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/8/202149 minutes, 50 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Nets Spoil Siakam’s Return

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 116-103 loss to the Brooklyn Nets in Toronto and discuss how Nick Nurse juggled the lineup and rotations with Pascal Siakam returning to the starting lineup, how Siakam performed in his first game back, team’s defence against James Harden and Kevin Durant, if we’ll see Precious Achiuwa continue to play with the second unit and Chris Boucher staying in the rotation. Plus we take your calls and texts to get your reaction from the Raps’ loss. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/8/202146 minutes, 59 seconds
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Raptors-Nets Preview! “Who He Play For” With James Herbert

James Herbert of CBS Sports joins host Alex Wong on the weekend edition of the Raptors Show to recap last night’s defeat to the Cavaliers, discuss Pascal Siakam’s return to the lineup tomorrow. Later, they preview Nets-Raptors and chat about Kyrie Irving’s status and James Harden’s slow start (24:45) . Finally, James challenges Alex to a round of “Who He Play For” (39:16). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
11/6/202148 minutes, 8 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Tough Cavs Team Snap Raps’ Win Streak

Will Lou recaps the Raptors 102-101 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers and discusses the final plays of the close game, the referees’ calls throughout the night, the improvements from the Cavs’ roster, and how Scottie Barnes performed in his return to the lineup. Plus, we take your calls and texts. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
11/6/202143 minutes, 5 seconds
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Friday Call-In Show: The Raptors’ Long-Term Potential

Will Lou and Alex Wong open today’s edition by previewing tonight’s matchup against Evan Mobley and the Cavaliers (03:01), before heading to the phonelines to take your calls on what separates the Raptors’ front office from other franchises in the league, if Khem Birch should start over Precious Achiuwa at centre, and longer term questions […]
11/5/202149 minutes, 40 seconds
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Cut or Uncut with Tim Micallef

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Tim Micallef of “Tim & Friends” to chat about their growing optimism about the Raptors after their 6-3 start, and kick off Nick Nurse’s Coach of the Year campaign (00:28). The two also chat with Tim about his career path and wrap up with a Raptors edition […]
11/4/202148 minutes, 54 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Freddy Leads Revenge Game Against Wizards

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors 109-100 win against the Wizards, including a discussion on Fred VanVleet’s decisions in the halfcourt, and the team’s ability to close out games. Plus, your calls and texts to chat about where Toronto stacks up within the Atlantic Division, Raps’ playoff chances, Precious Achiuwa’s performance (including an incredible in-game dunk), […]
11/4/202155 minutes, 39 seconds
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Revenge Game in D.C.

Will Lou is joined by Sportsnet’s Amy Audibert to look back on Matt Devlin’s “flu-game” Saturday night, before previewing tonight’s game vs. the Wizards, Khem Birch potentially moving into the starting lineup, and Drake’s callout to bring a WNBA team to Toronto (00:29). Later, Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com joins the program to chat about the […]
11/3/202149 minutes, 23 seconds
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Tuesday with Blake Murphy! Knicks-Raptors Recap

Will Lou is joined by The FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy to discuss Toronto’s victory in New York last night (00:44). They discuss early season offensive takeaways including: OG Anunoby’s growth, Gary Trent Jr.‘s surprise start, Scottie Barnes’ development, and much more (24:57)! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the […]
11/2/202149 minutes, 36 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Gritty Win at the Garden

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors 113-104 win against the Knicks in New York and touched on the team’s offensive performance in the third quarter to win them the game, how Svi Mykhailiuk looked in the starting lineup, what the veterans like Pascal, Fred and OG are teaching the younger players, Nick Nurse’s adjustments on […]
11/2/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 34 seconds
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Bing Bong! The Raptors Take Madison Square Garden

Will Lou and Alex Wong react to today’s Scottie Barnes injury update (00:22), his possible replacements in the starting five (08:00) & Fred VanVleet’s maturity this season (10:03). Next, Sportsnet’s Raptors TV analyst Alvin Williams joins to chat about Matt Devlin’s iconic Saturday performance in Indiana (16:58). With the Raptors in New York tonight, Will […]
11/1/202146 minutes, 44 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Win Streak Reaches 3

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors 97-94 victory over the Pacers in Indiana, and discussed Scottie Barnes competing against Indy’s big frontcourt, Raptors continuing to play physical on the defensive end, Precious Achiuwa’s struggles, and OG Anunoby’s ability to read the offence. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts […]
10/31/202149 minutes, 40 seconds
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Raptors-Pacers Preview! Does Scottie Barnes Have Superstar Potential?

On this week’s weekend edition of “The Raptors Show,” host Alex Wong is joined by Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to chat about how Scottie Barnes’ performance so far changes expectations for the Raptors, why the NBA should adopt soccer’s advantage rule, and more. Also, Caitlin Cooper of SB Nation’s Indy Cornrows blog (32:52) joins us […]
10/30/202148 minutes, 56 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Raps Bottle Up Magic In Toronto

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors’ 110-109 win over the Magic at Scotiabank Arena, including another great first half from rookie phenom Scottie Barnes, some terrific defensive play by Gary Trent Jr. – including on the final play of the game – and how to evaluate both OG Anunoby and Fred VanVleet. The views and […]
10/30/202149 minutes, 12 seconds
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Friday Call-In Show: Ramen and Rotation Spots

Will Lou and Alex Wong open this Friday edition of The Raptors Show by answering your calls and responding to listener questions and comments. Caller topics range from: why the Raptors are regarded as a model organization, Gary Trent Jr.‘s improved defense early on, how Pascal Siakam’s return impacts OG Anunoby’s minutes in the rotation, & much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/29/202149 minutes, 10 seconds
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Private: Friday Call-In Show: Ironing Out the Rotation

Will Lou and Alex Wong open this Friday edition of The Raptors Show by answering your calls and responding to listener questions and comments. Caller topics range from: why the Raptors are regarded as a model organization, Gary Trent Jr.‘s improved defense early on, how Pascal Siakam’s return impacts OG Anunoby’s minutes in the rotation, […]
10/29/202149 minutes, 10 seconds
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Toronto Street Names with Faizal Khamisa

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Sportsnet Central’s Faizal Khamisa to chat about Scottie Barnes’ electric start to the season (02:55), the value of 2021 second round pick Dalano Banton (08:42), before revisiting some Raptors’ over/under picks and Fred VanVleet’s ever-growing list of sponsorships (14:57). Next, the fellas react to Faizal’s latest media day video where he asked Raptors players to pronounce Toronto street names (24:10) before Alex wraps up the show with some Q&A (40:04). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/28/202149 minutes, 5 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Fred VanVleet and Raps Crush Pacers

Will Lou breaks down the Raptors first victory at home with a 118-100 win over the Pacers and discuss the team’s effort on both ends of the court, throughout the lineup, Dalano Banton receiving more minutes over Goran Dragic, other teams missing out on Scottie Barnes in the draft, how he’ll fit with Pascal Siakam when he returns to the team and Fred VanVleet’s maturity. Plus, we take listeners’ calls and texts on their thoughts from the game. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/28/202147 minutes, 9 seconds
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Raptors Vibe Check With Katie Heindl

Will Lou and Alex Wong open today’s edition of the Raptors Show previewing Nate Bjorkgren’s revenge game against the Pacers Wednesday night (01:49), before trying to sort through the Raptors’ second unit and find ways to potentially fix the glaring early issues (09:52). Then, Katie Heindl of the “Dishes and Dimes” podcast, joins the conversation for an early season vibe check on Nick Nurse, Scottie Barnes, and the team’s recent form (24:27). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/27/202149 minutes, 5 seconds
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Private: How to Fix the Second Unit With Katie Heindl!

Will Lou and Alex Wong open today’s edition of the Raptors Show previewing Nate Bjorkgren’s revenge game against the Pacers Wednesday night (01:49), before trying to sort through the Raptors’ second unit and find ways to potentially fix the glaring early issues (09:52). Then, Katie Heindl of the “Dishes and Dimes” podcast, joins the conversation […]
10/27/202149 minutes, 5 seconds
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Early Season Raptors Trends

Will Lou is joined by FAN Morning Show’s Blake Murphy to discuss trends from the Raptors’ 1-3 start including their struggling half-court offence (01:06), OG Anunoby’s role as a primary option (08:06), and Precious Achiuwa’s inability to finish at the basket (15:19). Then, the guys take a look into Chris Boucher’s inconsistency, the lack of bench production so far, and when we could see Malachi Flynn minutes (26:19), before reconnecting with Producer Alex Wong on the phonelines (47:43). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/26/202148 minutes, 58 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Toronto’s Search for a Home Win Continues

Will Lou looks back at the Raptors 111-108 loss to the Chicago Bulls and touches on Toronto’s fight late in the 4th quarter in their search for their first win at home, Fred VanVleet’s playmaking, finding a spot for OG Anunoby on offence, a passive Scottie, and Goran Dragic’s start to the year. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/26/202144 minutes, 54 seconds
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Revisiting the DeMar DeRozan Trade

Will Lou and Alex Wong kick off Monday’s edition of The Raptors Show with a discussion about Nick Nurse calling out and benching Chris Boucher Saturday (03:16), and expectations for Scottie Barnes’ development curve on the offensive end (11:30). Next up, the guys break down DeMar DeRozan’s recent comments about what went down during how his 2018 trade to San Antonio ahead of his return to Scotiabank Arena (25:30). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/25/202148 minutes, 36 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Luka Doncic Shines in a Win Over Toronto

William Lou recaps the Raptors 103-95 loss to the Mavericks in Toronto and discuss Luka Doncic’s performance, OG Anunoby’s encouraging start to the game and other positives from the loss. Plus, we take your calls and chat about the team’s ability to create offence, players in foul trouble, and the Raptors playing their first back-to-back. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/24/20211 hour, 1 second
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Raptors-Celtics Recap! Goran to Dallas?

It’s the weekend edition of “The Raptors Show.” Host Alex Wong is joined by theScore’s Joseph Casciaro to talk about Scottie Barnes, Toronto’s impressive defensive performance in Boston, baked beans, and more (1:07). Tim Cato of The Athletic joins the show to talk about potential Goran Dragic trades to Dallas and who the Raptors might receive in return (38:18). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/23/202149 minutes, 2 seconds
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Slander Pod: Scottie Barnes Dominates Celtics

Will Lou is joined by Asad Alvi to break down the Raptors 115-83 win over the Celtics at TD Garden and discuss Toronto’s defence against Boston’s lineup, Scottie Barnes’ career night, and Nick Nurse’s decision to change the starting lineup right before tip-off. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/23/202152 minutes, 8 seconds
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Call-In Show Friday!

Will Lou and Alex Wong open up the phonelines to take your calls following the Raptors home opener Wednesday (01:58). Today’s wide-ranging show features topics including: Malachi Flynn’s lack of minutes during game one, Goran Dragic’s future with the team, Gary Trent’s role heading into this season, what’s next for Ben Simmons in Philly, and […]
10/22/202148 minutes, 46 seconds
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Opening Night Recap & Getting to Know Dalano Banton!

Will Lou and Alex Wong kick off today’s edition of The Raptors Show with a recap of Toronto’s opening night loss to the Washington Wizards, review OG Anunoby’s debut as the number one option and dive into how the rookies fared (00:44). Afterwards, the guys chat with Raptors rookie guard Dalano Banton (22:58) before expanding […]
10/21/202149 minutes, 58 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Toronto Drops Season Opener

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors 98-83 loss to the Washington Wizards in their season opener and discuss the team’s offensive performance, rookie debuts from Scottie Barnes and Dalano Banton, plus we take listener’s calls to get their thoughts on the game. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts […]
10/21/202146 minutes, 35 seconds
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10 Predictions with Blake Murphy and Vivek Jacob

Will Lou is joined by The Fan Morning Show’s Blake Murphy and Vivek Jacob of Raptors.com to share their 10 “bold” predictions surrounding the 2021-22 Raptors season. The wide ranging conversation features topics including Fred VanVleet’s anticipated role in the offence, if Dalano Banton could potentially make the rotation, Scottie Barnes’ campaign for All-Rookie First […]
10/20/202149 minutes, 25 seconds
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Bonus! Malachi Flynn Media Day Interview

Will Lou and Alex Wong sit down with Raptors sophomore guard Malachi Flynn on media day to discuss his expectations for this upcoming season, his father Eric’s passionate fandom, which teammate he would choose to join him on The Amazing Race, and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the […]
10/19/202111 minutes, 3 seconds
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Bold Predictions for the 2021-22 Raptors Season

Will Lou and Alex Wong are reunited for this episode of the Raptors Show to chat about the latest developments in the Ben Simmons saga in Philadelphia (01:19) and discuss life after Kyle Lowry in Toronto and the current leadership core (11:45). Finally, the guys open up the voicemail to hear some of your bold […]
10/19/202149 minutes, 2 seconds
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Alvin Williams Q&A

Alex Wong hosts today’s edition of The Raptors Show and is joined alongside Alvin Williams, Sportsnet’s TV colour analyst for the Toronto Raptors. The pair chat about Alvin’s high school friendship with Bradley Cooper (01:05), early 2000’s fashion (08:25), the 2001 Raptors playoff run (17:03), before pivoting to the current Raptors squad and the challenge […]
10/18/202149 minutes, 33 seconds
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Friday Call-In Show!

Will Lou and Alex Wong open up the phone lines to talk your calls about all things Raptors, including: rookie initiations, the team’s long-term identity, detailing the roles of Earl Watson and Nate Bjorkgren, Precious Achiuwa’s potential, which Raptor could crack the All-Star team roster this season, and much more! The views and opinions expressed […]
10/15/202148 minutes, 56 seconds
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Pre-season Analysis with Amy Audibert and Savanna Hamilton

Will Lou is joined by Sportsnet’s Amy Audibert (00:14) and MLSE’s Savanna Hamilton (01:12) to recap Raptors pre-season action and discuss their reasons for optimism and concern with the current squad. Amy and Savanna also share their journey from the court to being part of sports media and the challenges of navigating the industry (26:53). […]
10/14/202149 minutes, 27 seconds
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Raptors Over/Unders with Faizal Khamisa and Danielle Michaud

Sportsnet Central’s Faizal Khamisa and Danielle Michaud join Will Lou and Alex Wong to discuss their over/unders for the 2021-22 Toronto Raptors including total number of wins this season, the number of games veteran Goran Dragic will play in Toronto, how many new sponsorships Fred VanVleet will tally this season, and many more (17:21)! The […]
10/13/202149 minutes, 17 seconds
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Raptors (W)Rap Preseason With A Win

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 113-108 win over the Washington Wizards in preseason play, and discusses which player on the bubble has the best shot of making the regular season roster (another match against the Wizards). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not […]
10/13/202148 minutes, 25 seconds
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Season Preview with Matt Devlin and Blake Murphy

Will Lou is joined by Matt Devlin to chat about his broadcasting journey over the course of his career and touches on his favourite Raptors moments along the way. Next up, Sportsnet’s Blake Murphy joins the show to discuss the most important pieces for the Toronto Raptors heading into this upcoming season and his expectations […]
10/12/202149 minutes, 30 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Decisions for Raptors as Preseason Winds Down

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors 107-92 win over the Houston Rockets in preseason action and debates who could end up making the final roster. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
10/12/202150 minutes
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What Is Gary Trent Jr.’s Role With The Raptors?

Will Lou and Alex Wong recap Saturday’s preseason classic against the Boston Celtics and discuss Svi’s new nickname and OG and Scottie’s continued improvement. Also, they chat with Gary Trent Jr. about his new contract and expectations for this upcoming season (28:05). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts […]
10/11/202149 minutes, 19 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Celtics Squeak by Raptors in Preseason Action

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors 113-111 preseason loss to the Boston Celtics, the ups and downs from Scottie Barnes’ game and breaking down some of the individual performances from the Raptors’ secondary unit. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the […]
10/10/202150 minutes
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Friday Call-In Show!

Will Lou and Alex Wong take calls from listeners on topics including Goran Dragic’s role with the team, OG Anunoby’s upside, the problem with comparing every player to Kawhi Leonard, if the team needs to add another centre, Gary Trent Jr.’s role within the team’s offence, and so much more! The views and opinions expressed […]
10/8/202149 minutes, 15 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Defence Struggles In Philly

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 123-113 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
10/8/202150 minutes, 33 seconds
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Yuta’s long-term future in Toronto

Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined by Sportsnet’s Faizal Khamisa to get the behind-the-scenes story on OG’s OVO owl drawing from media day (1:21). Yuta Watanabe talks about personal improvements for this upcoming season and finally landing in Toronto (32:35). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media […]
10/7/202149 minutes, 35 seconds
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Raptors Roundtable: Season Preview with Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond

Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond of theScore’s “Pound the Rock” podcast join Will Lou and Alex Wong to discuss their expectations for the Toronto Raptors, the team’s potential win totals in the competitive Eastern Conference, and their strengths on the defensive side of the floor even with a lack of size in the middle (02:50). […]
10/6/202148 minutes, 6 seconds
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Early impressions of Scottie Barnes

Will Lou and Alex Wong talk to Scottie Barnes about joining the Raptors (10:34). Sportsnet’s Michael Grange and Blake Murphy join the show to discuss expectations for Scottie Barnes this season (24:06). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of […]
10/5/202149 minutes, 29 seconds
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Raptors Reaction: Scottie Barnes shows his versatility in preseason debut

Host William Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors’ 123-107 win over the Philadelphia 76ers in preseason action. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Justin Champagnie, OG Anunoby. Gerald Henderson award: Andre Drummond. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & […]
10/5/202149 minutes, 9 seconds
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Fred VanVleet: Happy to be home

Raptors guard Fred VanVleet joins Will Lou and Alex Wong to discuss the team’s return to Toronto, the leadership group on the Raptors and the importance of clear communication with a new-look roster, and breaks down his difficult journey to reach the NBA. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and […]
10/4/20219 minutes, 50 seconds
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How will the Raptors replace Kyle Lowry’s leadership?

Will Lou and Alex Wong talk to Fred VanVleet (9:26) about assuming a larger leadership role this season, if Pascal Siakam and OG Anunoby can lead the team, and who stands to benefit the most on the court in Kyle Lowry’s absence. The guys then give their thoughts on the Raptors’ leadership situation in a […]
10/4/202148 minutes, 29 seconds
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An introduction

Sportsnet 590 The FAN’s new Raptors-dedicated program features Will Lou, who will also host Raptors postgame shows. Lou is joined by writer and NBA personality Alex Wong, who will produce The Raptors Show and host an episode weekly.
10/1/20211 minute, 56 seconds