Best Grady Man Podcasts (2024)

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Did the Toronto Raptors get any better this summer? w/ Vivek Jacob 37:59

22h ago37:59

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In Episode 1676, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to talk about the Toronto Raptors offseason moves, whether or not the roster is improved at all, and whether the team has a shot to improve on either offense or defense in 2024-25. Off the top, they chat about the final tally of guys coming in and guys going out, why t…

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Who Plays More?! Early predictions for Toronto Raptors position battles in 2024-25 w/ Jamar Hinds 37:25

2d ago37:25

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In Episode 1675, Sean Woodley is joined by Jamar Hinds (Raptors Republic) to chat about the Toronto Raptors' crowded depth chart and which players at key positions will end up playing more minutes in the 2024-25 season. Will Bruce Brown get more run as the starting two guard than Gradey Dick? Will Jonathan Mogbo or Ja'Kobe Walter lead the team in m…

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Goodbye GTJ, Ulrich Chomche signs a 2-way & Team Canada's 12-man Olympic roster announced 38:10

3d ago38:10

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In Episode 1674, Sean Woodley goes solo to run through all kinds of news and notes about the Toronto Raptors and the Canadian men's national team, including Michael Grange's latest reporting on the Raptors' parting ways with Gary Trent Jr., second-round pick Ulrich Chomche signing a two-way deal with the Raptors, and the announcement of the Canadia…

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Toronto Raptors make their big bet on Scottie Barnes & Immanuel Quickley | Are they really done making roster moves? w/ Louis Zatzman 42:04

4d ago42:04

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In Episode 1673, Sean Woodley is joined by Louis Zatzman (Raptors Republic) to talk about the Toronto Raptors' press conference announcing the new deals for Scottie Barnes and Immanuel Quickley, why it seems like they're done making roster moves for the summer, and just how bad the Raptors want to be in 2024-25. Off the top, Sean and Louis dig into…

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Could the Lakers be a match for a Bruce Brown trade? 33:35

9d ago33:35

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In Episode 1672, Sean Woodley digs into why the Toronto Raptors decision to pick up Bruce Brown's option in the interest of trading him gets a little bit worse every day they aren't able to swing a deal involving him, and whether the Los Angeles Lakers could be a team that saves the Raptors from Brown-related purgatory. Off the top, Sean digs into …

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Getting excited for the Toronto Raptors rookies at Summer League; will Grady Dick join them? w/ Katie Heindl 30:33

10d ago30:33

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In Episode 1671, Sean Woodley is joined by Katie Heindl (Basketball Feelings) to talk about their excitement to watch Toronto Raptors rookies Ja'Kobe Walter, Jonathan Mogbo, Jamal Shead and (maybe?) at Las Vegas Summer League, and examine whether or not Gradey Dick should be joining the Raptors' recent draft picks in Vegas this month. Off the top, …

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How many shooting guards will the Toronto Raptors roster? | Fueling up the Jonathan Mogbo hype train w/ Es Baraheni 40:03

11d ago40:03

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In Episode 1670, Sean Woodley and Es Baraheni (Forbes, CEBL, Raptors Republic) break down the Toronto Raptors roster as it's currently constructed and work to determine just how many shooting guards the team currently has on its roster. We know guys like Scottie Barnes, Jakob Poeltl, Kelly Olynyk, Jonathan Mogbo and Chris Boucher aren't shooting gu…

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Toronto Raptors quiet to open free agency; what does it all mean? w/ Vivek Jacob 36:00

12d ago36:00

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In Episode 1669, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sports) to break down the Toronto Raptors very quiet start to NBA free agency and try to parse what it all means as it pertains to guys like Gary Trent Jr. and Bruce Brown as well as the Raptors' intentions going into the new season. Off the top, Sean and Vivek dig into the lack …

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Raptors ink Immanuel Quickley to 5-year/ $175-million deal, and it rocks | Decision time on Brown & GTJ is here w/ Jamar Hinds 35:23

15d ago35:23

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In Episode 1668, Sean Woodley is joined by Jamar Hinds (Raptors Republic) to react to the Toronto Raptors signing Immanuel Quickley to a new 5-year, $175 million contract to solidify the Quickley-Scottie Barnes tandem long into the future before digging into the looming decisions on the futures of Bruce Brown and Gary Trent Jr. Off the top, Sean an…

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Raptors draft Jonathan Mogbo, Jamal Shead & Ulrich Chomche, pull off trade with Kings on Day 2 of NBA Draft | Ja'Kobe Walter 101 w/ Cam Stuart 42:12

16d ago42:12

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In Episode 1667, Sean Woodley goes solo to talk about the Toronto Raptors getting back to their roots on Day 2 of the NBA Draft with the selections of Jonathan Mogbo, Jamal Shead and Ulrich Chomche on top of a deal with the Sacramento Kings that landed them the 45th-pick (Shead), Davion Mitchell, Sasha Vezenkov and a 2025 Blazers second-round pick.…

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NBA Draft Night 1 Quick Reaction | Toronto Raptors draft Baylor's Ja'Kobe Walter 19th-overall; on the clock for Round 2 21:38

17d ago21:38

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In Episode 1666, Sean Woodley goes solo for a quick reaction podcast to break down the Toronto Raptors selecting Ja'Kobe Walter out of Baylor with the 19th-overall pick in the NBA Draft on Wednesday night before taking a look at who's left on the board for the Raptors with the 31st pick to open up the second round tomorrow. Off the top, Sean reacts…

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Toronto Raptors Draft Ja’Kobe Walter in 2024 NBA Draft 7:17

17d ago7:17

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Toronto Raptors Draft Ja’Kobe Walter in 2024 NBA Draft The Toronto Raptors have selected Ja’Kobe Walter with the nineteenth pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORaptors?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA #NBA #R…

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Final thoughts on the Toronto Raptors & Pick 19 | Superlative Draft Predictions w/ Rich Stayman 34:04

17d ago34:04

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In Episode 1665, Sean Woodley is joined by Richard Stayman (MavsDraft, Locked On NBA Big Board) to talk about their final thoughts on what the Toronto Raptors could look to do with the 19th pick in tonight's NBA Draft before making some bold superlative NBA Draft predictions. Off the top, Sean and Richard run through, for the last time, some of the…

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Scottie Barnes signs max extension with the Toronto Raptors, and now the hard part begins w/ Vivek Jacob 41:14

18d ago41:14

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In Episode 1664, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Sportsnet, Raptors in 7) to talk about the Toronto Raptors signing franchise cornerstone Scottie Barnes to a rookie max extension for 5-years and up to $270 million. Off the top, Sean and Vivek discuss their initial reactions to the deal and why this is a big win for the Raptors franchise even…

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Sean's Final Big Board for the Toronto Raptors at 19th-overall | DaRon Holmes at 1? Where does Zach Edey fall? And more! 39:32

20d ago39:32

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In Episode 1663, Sean Woodley goes solo to lay out his final Top-10 Big Board for the Toronto Raptors at the 19th-overall pick, with some thoughts on the more highly-ranked prospects who could slide on Draft night who would supercede anyone on Sean's board if they're available. Off the top, Sean lays out his criteria for evaluating prospects and wh…

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What does the Malik Monk signing mean for the Raptors & Gary Trent Jr.? | Bronny James scouting report 36:48

22d ago36:48

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In Episode 1662, Sean Woodley goes solo to take a look at some of the latest news around the NBA and what it means for the Toronto Raptors, including Malik Monk signing a 4-year / $78 million deal to stay in Sacramento, the Chicago Bulls doing very dumb things, and the subterfuge minefield that is Bronny James and his draft stock. Off the top, Sean…

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Would Pacome Dadiet, Bobi Klintman or Johnny Furphy be a worthwhile draft night swing for the Raptors? 34:44

23d ago34:44

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In Episode 1661, Sean Woodley goes solo to talk about three potential Toronto Raptors wing targets in the 2024 NBA Draft who must overcome the obstacle of having extremely bust-sounding sports names in Pacome Dadiet, Bobi Klintman and Johnny Furphy. Off the top, Sean digs into Dadiet, the fast-rising 18-year-old French wing currently playing for Ra…

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The NBA Finals are over;are Barnes, Quickley and Trent Jr. contracts on the way? Plus, the importance of Jakob Poeltl w/ Vivek Jacob 37:46

25d ago37:46

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In Episode 1660, Sean Woodley is reunited at long last with Vivek Jacob (Sportsnet, Raptors in 7) to chat about the NBA season coming to an end, opening up the possibility that Scottie Barnes, Immanuel Quickley and Gary Trent Jr. could now all sign new deals with the Raptors before the free agency window opens on June 30th before chatting about Jak…

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Which bigs in the 2024 Draft Class would fit best on the Toronto Raptors? w/ Keandre Ashley of Hoop Intellect 39:33

27d ago39:33

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In Episode 1659, Sean Woodley is joined by Keandre Ashley (Hoop Intellect) to talk about the big men who should be available in the Toronto Raptors range in the upcoming 2024 NBA Draft. Off the top, Sean and Keandre chat about the fun of evaluating such a strange draft class without a true consensus number one guy and a flat, deep talent pool befor…

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Fake Trade Friday! Six realistic and not-so-realistic potential Toronto Raptors trades w/ Zulfi Sheikh 45:22

29d ago45:22

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In Episode 1658, Sean Woodley is joined by Zulfi Sheikh (Raptors Republic, CEBL, Sportsnet) to run through six fake Toronto Raptors fake trade ideas that run the range from super realistic to absolute pipe dream. Off the top, Zulfi pitches a trade between the Raptors and Chicago Bulls involving Bruce Brown, Lonzo Ball and an exchange of draft picks…

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Is Gradey Dick a part of the Toronto Raptors core? w/ Katie Heindl 34:42

1M ago34:42

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In Episode 1657, Sean Woodley is joined by Katie Heindl (Believer Mag, Basketball Feelings) to talk about Toronto Raptors soon-to-be-sophomore Gradey Dick and where he fits into the long term plans of the franchise. Off the top, they discuss whether or not after one season they view Dick to be part of the Raptors' core going forward, or if there is…

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12 more burning NBA Draft questions! Could Isaiah Collier be a fit with the Toronto Raptors? Trading up from 19 & 31? More! 34:36

1M ago34:36

34:36

In Episode 1556, Sean Woodley goes solo to field even more of your questions about the Toronto Raptors and the 2024 NBA Draft, with focuses on the guard crop in this class, the possibility of trading up and much more! Off the top, Sean fields questions about whether USC guard Isaiah Collier would be a fit with the Raptors if he's still on the board…

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12 Burning NBA Draft Questions | Highest upside player archetypes, Bronny James & the Toronto Raptors controlling Day 2 34:32

1M ago34:32

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In Episode 1655, Sean Woodley goes solo to dig through a mountain of listener questions about the Toronto Raptors and the 2024 NBA Draft. Off the top, Sean fields questions about which type of player really hitting for the Raptors in this draft would have the biggest positive effect on the franchise going forward, Sean's least-favourite prospects i…

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He's huge, he's Canadian, but is Zach Edey someone the Toronto Raptors should consider drafting? 38:12

1M ago38:12

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In Episode 1654, Sean Woodley goes solo to talk about Canadian big man prospect and two-time National Player of the Year at Purdue Zach Edey and whether or not his polarizing game could be a fit with the Raptors -- or in the modern NBA in general. Off the top, Sean digs into the reasons why Edey might be a good pro, from his dexterous interiou touc…

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Reasons for optimism, Immanuel Quickley & RJ Barrett's upside & more Raptors offseason talk w/ Will Lou 42:51

1M ago42:51

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In Episode 1653, Sean Woodley is joined by old pal William Lou (Hello and Welcome) to talk about the Toronto Raptors' offseason, the upside of Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett, hopes for the offseason, and whether it's justifiable to feel optimistic about where things are headed for the Raptors in the coming years. Off the top, Sean and Will get in…

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Toronto Raptors Would You Rather! | Dead last or Play-in next year; quiet summer or big FA splash & more w/ Jamar Hinds 34:31

1M ago34:31

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In Episode 1652, Sean Woodley is joined by Jamar Hinds (Raptors Republic) to play a round of Toronto Raptors-themed Would You Rather, with conundrums about the Raptors' place in the standings next season, the team's offseason wheeling and dealing, and the most detestable NBA Finals matchup in a very long time. Off the top, Sean and Jamar chat about…

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Bruce Brown & Gary Trent Jr. Temperature Check | Will both guards be on the team this coming season? 35:31

1M ago35:31

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In Episode 1651, Sean Woodley goes solo to take a temperature check on where the Toronto Raptors intend to go with Bruce Brown Jr. and Gary Trent Jr. as Brown's 2024-25 option decision looms, and Trent gets closer to unrestricted free agency. Off the top, Sean resets the stage and takes stock of the latest reporting on Brown and Trent, and digs int…

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The Raptors should be looking at a wing upgrade, but is Kyle Kuzma the right fit? | More Raptors potential Raptors wing targets 36:00

1M ago36:00

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In Episode 1650, Sean Woodley discusses whether Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma would make sense for the Toronto Raptors as a trade target following a report from Brett Siegel of Clutchpoints that the Raptors are a team to watch when it comes to the former NBA champion. Off the top, Sean details why despite there being some arguments in favou…

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What kind of guard should the Raptors target if they take one at 19? | Jared McCain, Bub Carrington & Tyler Kolek 36:53

1M ago36:53

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In Episode 1649, Sean Woodley goes solo to talk about the potential of the Toronto Raptors drafting a guard with their first pick in the 2024 NBA Draft later this month, and digs into the games of Duke's Jared McCain, Pitt's Bub Carrington and Marquette's Tyler Kolek. Off the top, Sean outlines the two boxes any guard draftee needs to check for the…

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Michael Porter Jr., Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson & many more rapid fire Toronto Raptors wing targets w/ Jamar Hinds 36:00

1M ago36:00

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In Episode 1648, Sean Woodley is joined by Jamar Hinds (Raptors Republic) to play another round of Wing Madness, as they pull names of potential Toronto Raptors wing targets this summer and discuss their fit and viability either in trade or free agency. Off the top, Sean and Jamar chat about Michael Porter Jr. of the Denver Nuggets and why his cont…

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Why the Toronto Raptors picking in the sweetspot of the 2024 NBA Draft w/ Maxwell Baumbach of No Ceilings 36:15

1M ago36:15

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In Episode 1647, Sean Woodley is joined by NBA prospect writer and scout Maxwell Baumbach of No Ceilings to chat about why the Toronto Raptors are picking in great spots in this year's NBA Draft considering the strengths and weaknesses of the class, some potential fits for the Raptors at 19th-overall, and to run through some of Sean's most firmly h…

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Rapid Fire Wing Targets! Andrew Wiggins, Caleb Martin, OG Anunoby, De'Andre Hunter, Moses Moody & more potential Raptors wing targets 35:10

2M ago35:10

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In Episode 1646, Sean Woodley goes solo to pull some names of potential Toronto Raptors wings targets out a bucket and offer quick 3-minute takes on whether or not they check the boxes the Raptors should be looking to check as they scour the league for upgrades on the wing this summer. Off the top, Sean kicks things off with an impassioned plea to …

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How the Toronto Raptors should operate in an Eastern Conference seemingly owned by the Boston Celtics | Mailbag! 36:33

2M ago36:33

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In Episode 1645, Sean Woodley goes solo to field listener questions about how the Toronto Raptors should operate in an Eastern Conference owned by the Boston Celtics, but with plenty of uncertainty after that, as well as some questions about the NBA Draft, free agency, and some wild Raptors-related hypotheticals. Off thet top, Sean digs into the id…

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Should the Raptors target a stretch big at 19? | Kel'el Ware, Kyle Filipowski & DaRon Holmes II Scouting Reports 37:29

2M ago37:29

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In Episode 1644, Sean Woodley goes solo to talk about three potential stretch big man options for the Toronto Raptors, specifically when it comes to the 19th-overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft: Indiana's Kel'el Ware, Duke's Kyle Filipowski and Dayton's DaRon Holmes II. Off the top, Sean digs into Ware, whose blend of size, athleticism, and rim …

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Which NBA Draft prospects have the best chance at a Pascal Siakam-like development arc? | Jonathon Mogbo, Isaiah Crawford, Ulrich Chomche 34:55

2M ago34:55

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In Episode 1643, Sean Woodley goes solo to chat about some of the prospects in this upcoming NBA Draft who stand the best chance of experiencing a similar player development arc to the one Pascal Siakam went on during his time with the Toronto Raptors. Off the top, Sean digs into why finding a true Siakam clone is next to impossible considering the…

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What's More Likely?! WNBA Toronto or Raptors make Finals first? Scottie All-NBA or IQ All-Star? Plus more w/ Jamar Hinds 36:17

2M ago36:17

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In Episode 1642, Sean Woodley is joined by Jamar Hinds (Raptors Republic) to play a round of Toronto Raptors themed What's More Likely?! Off the top, Sean and Jamar chat about whether it's more likely that Toronto's new WNBA team or the Raptors to make a WNBA Finals by 2030. Next, they take a look at whether it's more likely for Scottie Barnes to m…

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What about the NBA's conference finalists should the Toronto Raptors be looking to replicate? 36:54

2M ago36:54

36:54

In Episode 1641, Sean Woodley is joined by Katie Heindl to chat about the NBA's Conference Finals and what shared DNA the Minnesota Timberwolves, Dallas Mavericks, Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers share that the Toronto Raptors should be trying to replicate as they embark upon their own attempt to climb up the standings into Conference Finals cont…

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What does Immanuel Quickley need to improve upon as the Raptors get said to give him the bag w/ Vivek Jacob 34:49

2M ago34:49

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In Episode 1640, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to chat about Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley, his restricted free agency, and the things he needs to improve upon this summer in order to live up to the ample bag he is about to receive. Off the top, Sean and Vivek chat about Quickley's impending new contract,…

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How Toronto got its WNBA team & women's college stars to watch ahead of 2026 w/ Chelsea Leite 42:32

2M ago42:32

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In Episode 1639, Sean Woodley is joined by Chelsea Leite (Raptors HQ) to talk about Toronto landing a WNBA expansion franchise, the NCAA women's stars to watch over the next couple years before Toronto comes into the league in 2026, and team naming theory. Off the top, Sean and Chelsea chat about the dominoes that had to fall in order to make the W…

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Could Jamir Watkins, Jaylon Tyson or Tyler Smith be the guy for the Raptors at 19? 35:44

2M ago35:44

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In Episode 1638, Sean Woodley goes solo to take a look at a trio of intriguing potential options for the Toronto Raptors with the 19th (or 31st) pick in the 2024 NBA Draft: Florida State wing Jamir Watkins, California guard/wing Jaylon Tyson and G-League Ignite stretch big man Tyler Smith. Off the top, Sean digs into why Watkins, a soon-to-be 23-ye…

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The stage of the Raptors offseason is set; what do we wanna see them do? w/ Katie Heindl 37:11

2M ago37:11

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In Episode 1637, Sean Woodley is joined by Katie Heindl (Basketball Feelings) to chat about the Toronto Raptors offseason now that there is clarity on where the Raptors will be picking in the upcoming NBA Draft and what their cap situation might look like. Off the top, they chat about how they feel about the Raptors' present situation, with Scottie…

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The 10,000 foot view of the Jakob Poeltl trade after the NBA Draft Lottery w/ Vivek Jacov 36:50

2M ago36:50

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In Episodse 1636, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to take a look at the full scope of the Jakob Poeltl after Sunday's Draft Lottery results finalized the official package the Toronto Raptors sent to the San Antonio Spurs at the 2023 Trade Deadline. Off the top, Sean and Vivek assess the overal cost the Raptors paid t…

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NBA Draft Lottery Reaction! The Raptors will convey their 2024 first-rounder to San Antonio, and that's a good thing 33:53

2M ago33:53

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In Episode 1635, Sean Woodley goes solo to react to Sunday's NBA Draft Lottery in which the Toronto Raptors fell two spots in the draft order and will thus convey the 8th-overall selection in the 2024 NBA Draft to the San Antonio Spurs to close the book on the Jakob Poeltl trade. Off the top, Sean digs into why, considering the circumstanes, a fall…

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The WNBA is coming to Toronto & the final Keep vs. Convey debate w/ Es Baraheni 44:15

2M ago44:15

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In Episode 1634, Sean Woodley is joined by Es Baraheni (Forbes, CEBL) to talk about the report from Shireen Ahmed at CBC that the WNBA will be expanding to Toronto in time for the 2026 season before revisiting the great Keep vs. Convey pick regarding the Toronot Raptors' first-round pick ahead of this Sunday's all-important NBA Draft Lottery. Off t…

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Assessing Masai's Hierarchy of Needs | What holes do the Toronto Raptors most need to fill this summer? 37:55

2M ago37:55

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In Episode 1633, Sean Woodley goes solo to assess the Toronto Raptors biggest offseason holes that need filling by ranking them in a little excercise we're calling "Masai's Hierarchy of Needs." Sean spends time talking about the Raptors' need for two-way wings, a third rotation big man to pair with Kelly Olynyk and Jakob Poeltl, and a backup point …

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The Hmmmmmm: Burgeoning trends and unanswered questions about the 2023-24 Toronto Raptors 38:32

2M ago38:32

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In Episode 1632, Sean Woodley goes solo to examine the "Hmmmmm" of the 2023-24 Toronto Raptors season, the burgeoning trends and unanswered questions we're still looking for clarity going into the 2024-25 NBA season. Off the top, Sean digs into RJ Barrett's awesome run after being traded to Toronto and whether or not his ridiculous efficiency is su…

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Mailbag! Siakam & Anunoby succeeding, Raptors offseason dominoes & more! 32:57

2M ago32:57

32:57

In Episode 1631, Sean Woodley questions about the Toronto Raptors from you, the listeners, on a great many topics including how the goings on in this year's playoffs affect the Toronto Raptors, what to expect from the Raptors this offseason, and the team's dire need for a rebrand of its logos and jersey designs. Off the top, Sean answers a question…

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What does Scottie Barnes need to improve upon to take another leap in Year 4? w/ Vivek Jacob 37:08

2M ago37:08

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In Episode 1630, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to talk about Toronto Raptors star forward Scottie Barnes and what he needs to improve upon over the course of this off-season going into the 2024-25 NBA season. Off the top, Sean and Vivek chat about why one of the next steps toward stardom for Barnes will entail carr…

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Are there any guards the Toronto Raptors could reach on in the Top-6? | Isaiah Collier, Ja'Kobe Walter & Devin Carter 35:35

2M ago35:35

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In Episode 1629, Sean Woodley goes solo to examine some of the guards who might convince the Toronto Raptors to make a draft night reach, including USC's Isaiah Collier, Baylor's Ja'Kobe Walter and Providence's Devin Carter. Off the top, Sean digs into Collier's exciting blend of size and athleticism as a guard and why it may not be enough to overc…

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The Siakam-Anunoby Bowl is here, and we're feeling feelings | Cody Williams & Dalton Knecht Scouting Reports 37:09

2M ago37:09

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In Episode 1628, Sean Woodley goes solo to talk about former Toronto Raptors Pascal Siakam and OG Anunoby getting set to square off the in second round of the Eastern Conference playoffs and why their success with the Pacers and Knicks illuminates just how much the Raptors need to prioritize adding wing talent this summer before a look at Colorado'…

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