This week it's just Andy and Freddie and we talk all about the Raptors 2024-25 presser, the expectations and how open everyone was about a rebuild. We also go deep on some jersey talk and then finally pay our last respects to the legend Dikembe Mutombo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

We’re live from Montreal! Will and Alex discuss highlights from the first day of Raptors training camp including Scottie’s absence, Garrett Temple’s new hobby, and Jakob Poeltl’s comments from media day. Later, the two chat about whether LeBron and Bronny should go to work together, if the Clippers and Bucks are in trouble, and what Victor Wembanya…

Nic Claxton enters his sixth season with the Brooklyn Nets fresh off a brand new contract that will keep him in Brooklyn long-term. Chris, alongside Tim "Capper" Capstraw and NetsDaily Lucas Kaplan, break down how Claxton's game has evolved and where it can go next. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Will and Alex chat about Masai’s comments on rebuilding at Raptors media day, Scottie taking on a new leadership role, and what Darko expects from the roster in Year 2. Later, Will and Alex discuss Vince Carter’s appearance in Toronto on Friday and Karl-Anthony Towns being traded to the Knicks. Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellow…

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath are joined by Blake Murphy to discuss the latest in the Raptors realm. 0:00 - Introductions 1:50 - Can you podcast from VIA Rail? 2:30 - Vince's jersey retirement 5:30 - Blake's Raptor Show w/ Matt Bonner 7:50 - Es' on scene reporting of the Vince stuff 12:30 - Ja'Kobe Walter's injury 14:05 - Is IQ injured? 14:35 - Can IQ…

Cam Johnson is set to begin his third season with the Brooklyn Nets as one of the veteran voices in the locker room. Chris, alongside Tim "Capper" Capstraw and NetsDaily Lucas Kaplan, break down how a healthy Johnson could be an impact player for the Nets in 2024-25. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

This week Imman Adan is back on the pod and we talk about the Raptors first ever jersey to hit the rafters and all the fun, nostalgic and yes, complicated feelings that come with looking back on Vince Carter's tenure with the team. We also talk about the upcoming seasons expectations and even find some time to shit on Jayson Tatum again. It's a per…

Zach is joined by Ian Begley of SNY to discuss Joel Embiid's contract extension and legacy through this point of his career and they discuss the news that Mitchell Robinson is going to miss the start of the season and what the Knicks plan to do at center. Then, new Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick joins the podcast to discuss his whirlwind s…

One week away from the start of training camp, Will and Alex discuss Vince Carter’s retirement ceremony in November, the city edition jerseys, Bruce Brown’s injury, Christian Koloko signing with the Lakers, Rogers taking over the Raptors, Woj’s retirement, and more. Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys…

Jalen Wilson's steady improvement in Year 1 was capped off in the summer that followed as he captured 2024 Summer League MVP Honors. Chris is joined by Tim "Capper" Capstraw and NetsDaily's Lucas Kaplan to preview what's in store for Wilson's sophomore season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath discuss the latest in the Toronto Raptors realm. 0:00 - Introductions 0:30 - Tre's horrible month 2:00 - Being a family man 2:45 - New Jerseys!!! New Court!!! 7:20 - is the NBA Cup great?? 10:00 - Bruce Brown surgery 12:35 - Will Gradey start? 15:30 - Scottie's statline 24:15 - IQ's statline 31:55 - RJ's statline 42:00 - …

Dorian Finney-Smith enters his third season with the Brooklyn Nets as one of the team's veteran leaders. Chris is joined by Tim "The Capper" Capstraw and NetsDaily's Lucas Kaplan to discuss how Finney-Smith's two-way game remains extra valuable in today's game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Zach reacts to Adrian Wojnarowski leaving ESPN, divides the Eastern conference into tiers, and then brings in Steve Jones Jr. of The Dunker Spot to explain why these 8 teams will be worth watching: the Wizards, Hornets, Bulls, Raptors, Jazz, Blazers, Nets, and Pistons. :15- Zach's thoughts on Woj's retirement from media 9:30- Tiering out the east 1…

What's the next step for Cam Thomas? Tim "The Capper" Capstraw and NetsDaily's Lucas Kaplan join Chris to discuss how Thomas can build off a breakout 2023-24 season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

This week Jay Rosales hops on the pod and we take the bait and talk about a list on the internet. Actually 2 lists. LETS DEBATE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Raptors Republic

Will, Alex, and Jerome share their respective 15-song playlist for the summer and chat about their evolving music tastes, how they’re still finding ways to discover new artists, Will’s love for Dead Prez, and more. Listen to the playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3B6qDFMAAsIdKViKC1gEvh?si=4bc822068bd94926 #playlist #music #summermusic…

Chris sits down with his broadcast partner Tim "The Capper" Capstraw and NetsDaily's Lucas Kaplan to recap Noah Clowney's rookie campaign and preview his sophomore season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

Zach Lowe and Mo Dakhil discuss the biggest question marks surrounding the Orlando Magic, Indiana Pacers, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Miami Heat and if any of those teams can upset the top four of the Eastern Conference in a playoff series. Also, they debate if Jayson Tatum gets his proper respect as an NBA Superstar. All that and more! 3:30 Which of …

Summer is over and we are slowly getting back in Basketball mode. This week we talk with Chelsea Leite from Raptors HQ about which teams need to be all in this year. We also get Chat GPT to pitch us some Raptors slogans for the 30th anniversary season with some interesting results. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Will and Alex sort all 30 teams into their respective tiers and discuss what might derail Boston’s chances at a repeat, who should be the favorite in the West heading into the season, whether the Mavericks’ Finals run was a fluke, the Grizzlies and Pacers as potential surprise teams, what’s going on with the Clippers and Heat, which rebuilding team…

Zach Lowe and Bobby Marks discuss Jamal Murray signing his contract extension with the Denver Nuggets and what that means for the Nuggets title window, the trade rumors surrounding Julius Randle and Brandon Ingram, and which 4th year rookie scale contract extensions they expect to come through. All that and more! :55- Jamal Murray's contract extens…

Zach Lowe is joined by Kevin Pelton to discuss the Olympics and all of the late offseason news from around the league, then they discuss the teams they have the most questions for after this summer, and which players they think are the most intriguing heading into the 2024-2025 NBA season. All that and more! 3:45- Recapping Team USA's nerve racking…