Best Sean Woodley Podcasts (2024)

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Jamal Shead looks NBA-ready, RJ Barrett explodes as Raptors blow out Wizards in preseason opener 32:14

14h ago32:14

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Toronto Raptors Jamal Shead looked ready for the big show, while Mississauga's own RJ Barrett picked up where he left off last season and with Team Canada in the summer as the Raptors handled the Washington Wizards 125-98 to open up the preseason in Montreal on Sunday night. In Episode 1721, Sean Woodley goes solo to recap the Raptors' return to th…

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Ep. 241 - KAT/Randle Trade 44:53

5h ago44:53

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After a brief hiatus, the guys are back this week talking about the KAT-Randle Trade in a post-Woj NBA world! Then we tackle some of the major news pieces from last week's media day before we all get ready to watch some pre-season basketball KAT-Randle/DVV Trade (1:30) Will Lakers wanna get LeBron and Bronny thing over with? (20:00) Clippers going …

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Are the Raptors better than the Bulls? Plus, Vince Carter thoughts & 'I Remember That Game!' w/ Kelly Dwyer 33:57

4d ago33:57

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The Toronto Raptors aren't going to be any great shakes this year, but they'll surely be better than the depressing Chicago Bulls, right? In Episode 1720, Sean Woodley is joined by basketball internet writing legend Kelly Dwyer to talk about the Raptors' place among the East's bottom feeders, why this season has a chance to be pretty joyful, being …

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Do the Toronto Raptors have the ingredients to make a big defensive improvement this season? 34:27

4d ago34:27

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The Toronto Raptors are making defensive improvement a focus of this season, but do they have the ingredients on hand to put together a good NBA defense? In Episode 1719, Sean Woodley goes solo to take a look at the defensive building blocks the Raptors have on hand, the schemes they can run to optimize their strength and mitigate their weaknesses,…

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The Toronto Raptors will probably be bad, but they can absolutely be Fun Bad w/ Katie Heindl 35:34

5d ago35:34

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The Toronto Raptors probably aren't going to be a very good team in 2024-25, but they absolutely have the capacity to be a Fun Bad team. In Episode 1718, Sean Woodley and Katie Heindl (Basketball Feelings) link up to talk about the almost unprecedented circumstances Toronto Raptors fans finding themselves facing this season, as they team for the fi…

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The most interesting Toronto Raptors to watch in the preseason w/ Vivek Jacob 34:42

4d ago34:42

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Is Immanuel Quickley, Gradey Dick or Scottie Barnes the most interest Toronto Raptors player to watch in the NBA preseason? Or is it someone less established? In Episode 1717, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to draft the most interesting Raptors guys to keep tabs on once the exhibition schedule gets rolling on Sunday…

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Time to Build | Biggest Takeaways from Toronto Raptors Media Day 35:45

5d ago35:45

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The Toronto Raptors seem to have no illusions of grandure about their outlook for the 2024-25 season, but everyone seems to be on the same page regarding building towards a better outlook down the line. In Episode 1716, Sean Woodley goes solo to react to Toronto Raptors Media Day and share his biggest takeaways from the day full of press conference…

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Burning Questions ahead of Toronto Raptors Media Day | Season Goals, Defense & more 34:12

8d ago34:12

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The Toronto Raptors will open up training camp next week, with media day being hosted on Monday; what are the key burning questions for the team going into the year? In Episode 1715, Sean Woodley goes solo to lay out the three questions he's most interested in finding some answers for as the Raptors front office, coaches and players face the media …

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What's More Likely? | Raptors worse than the Pistons, or Raptors better than the Heat? Plus more! w/ Jamar Hinds 36:15

9d ago36:15

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Are the Toronto Raptors more likely to be worse than the Detroit Pistons this season, or better than the Miami Heat? In Episode 1714, Sean Woodley and Jamar Hinds (Raptors Republic) play a round of What's More Likely? Off the top, they dig into whether there's a better chance of the Detroit Pistons overachieving and finishing in front of the Raptor…

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Toronto Raptors Would You Rather | Big leap for Scottie Barnes OR Immanuel Quickley? Plus more! w/ Katie Heindl 33:36

13d ago33:36

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If only one of Scottie Barnes or Immanuel Quickley can take a gigantic leap for the Toronto Raptors this season, who would you prefer be the one to take it? In Episode 1713, Sean Woodley is joined by Katie Heindl (Basketball Feelings) to play a round of Raptors-themed Would You Rather! Off the top, they get into whether the Raptors would be better …

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The Toronto Raptors are retiring Vince Carter's no. 15 | Right move, right time? 35:40

10d ago35:40

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The Toronto Raptors announced Monday that they'll be retiring Vince Carter's no. 15 on November 2nd, and you simply can't be Raptors fan and not have a take on it! In Episode 1712, Sean Woodley goes solo to react to the decision to immortalize Carter in the rafters of Scotiabank Arena, why it's fine to feel weird about it even if it absolutely make…

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Bruce Brown knee surgery fallout & assembling the Toronto Raptors' rotation w/ Vivek Jacob 36:03

12d ago36:03

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Bruce Brown Jr. is having arthropscopic knee surgery and will be reevaluated in three weeks -- what does it mean for the Toronto Raptors? In Episode 1711, Sean Woodley and Vivek Jacob discuss Brown's knee surgery and the players on the Toronto Raptors roster who will most be impacted by his early season absence before taking a swing at assembling t…

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The most important Toronto Raptors stats to monitor during the 2024-25 season 32:54

15d ago32:54

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What are the most important stats to keep watch of for the Toronto Raptors throughout the 2024-25 NBA season? In Episode 1710, Sean Woodley goes solo to talk about the most important statistical trends to track that will tell the story of the Raptors this coming season. Off the top, Sean digs into why the on-court NET Rating when the Raptors' most …

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Swing Skills: Can Scottie Barnes master the mid-range? And can Davion Mitchell & Ochai Agbaji find their niches? w/ Jamar Hinds 32:44

19d ago32:44

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What are the most important swing skills for Toronto Raptors franchise player Scottie Barnes, as well as back-end rotation guys Davion Mitchell? In Episode 1709, Sean Woodley and Jamar Hinds (Raptors Republic) run through the skills that could most improve the status of Scottie Barnes, Davion Mitchell and Ochai Agbaji within the NBA if they can sho…

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Toronto Raptors uninspired city jersey leaks & Rogers set to take over MLSE w/ Katie Heindl 37:34

20d ago37:34

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Nike has no jersey ideas left, and Rogers is about to take over MLSE, which could have major implications for the Toronto Raptors. In Episode 1708, Sean Woodley and Katie Heindl discuss a very uninspiring leaked Raptors city edition jersey and what they're hoping to see from the Raptors' 30th anniversary celebrations before reacting to the bombshel…

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Swing Skills: What can Immanuel Quickley, RJ Barrett & Gradey Dick improve at to level up? 33:24

21d ago33:24

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What are the most important swing skills for Immanuel Quickley, RJ Barrett & Gradey ahead of the Toronto Raptors' 2024-25 season? In Episode 1707, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob to kick off an annual series on the most important things that key members of the Raptors can add into their game to level up as players over the course of the upcom…

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Did the Toronto Raptors front office have a good offseason? And what's the confidence level in them going forward? 35:31

22d ago35:31

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Did the Toronto Raptors front office successfully navigate the 2024 NBA offseason, and what do they need to do over the next year to instill confidence that they can still be an NBA Championship-worthy group of decision-makers? In Episode 1706, Sean Woodley goes solo to talk about Masai Ujiri and Bobby Webster's work over the summer, the mistakes t…

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Best Case / Worst Case: What's the ceiling (and floor) for the Toronto Raptors in 2024-25? w/ Joe Wolfond 37:36

25d ago37:36

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What's the range of outcomes for the Toronto Raptors as the Scottie Barnes Era begins in earnest in the 2024-25 NBA season? In Episode 1705, Sean Woodley and Joe Wolfond (The Score) take a look at the best, worst and most likely case scenarios for a Raptors team that seems to have put to noxious vibes of last season behind them as they pivot to a c…

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Best Case / Worst Case: Will Scottie Barnes continue his superstar ascension in 2024-25? w/ Katie Heindl 37:00

26d ago37:00

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Scottie Barnes is the guy the Toronto Raptors are betting the future of their franchise on -- will he vindicate that decision this year with a big time follow-up to his impressive 2023-24 season? In Episode 1704, Sean Woodley and Katie Heindl (Basketball Feelings) dig into the best and worst case outcomes that could be on deck for Barnes in his fou…

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Best Case / Worst Case: Can the Raptors avoid playing Kelly Olynyk at the five? 31:28

25d ago31:28

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Kelly Olynyk is almost certainly a better player than the one we saw struggle for Team Canada at the Paris Olympics, but can the Toronto Raptors keep their big man in positions to succeed throughout this coming season? In Episode 1703, Sean Woodley goes solo to talk about the best, worst and most likely outcomes for Olynyk in his first full season …

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Best Case / Worst Case: Will Bruce Brown play himself back into being a trade asset for the Raptors? w/ Katie Heindl 33:47

1M ago33:47

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Bruce Brown Jr.'s tenure with the Toronto Raptors did not start of especially well after his arrival in the Pascal Siakam trade last season, but does he have the capacity to rehab his value as a meaningful contributor on a more healthy version of the team? In Episode 1702, Sean Woodley and Katie Heindl chat about Brown's best, worst and most likely…

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Best Case / Worst Case: Is Jakob Poeltl quietly in line to have a career-best season? w/ Vivek Jacob 35:21

1M ago35:21

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Jakob Poeltl is about the most predictably consistent player on the Toronto Raptors, but is there room for his stats to take a big jump in the 204-25 NBA season? In Episode 1701, Sean Woodley and Vivek Jacob talk about the best, worst and most likely outcomes for the Raptors starting center this coming season and assess his place within the Raptors…

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Best Case / Worst Case: Can Davion Mitchell be the Raptors' backup point guard, and is that even in his best interest? 32:15

1M ago32:15

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Can Davion Mitchell prove to be a viable second-draft project and backup point guard for the Toronto Raptors, and what shape would a successful season for the 4th-year, former Sacramento King take if everything breaks right? In Episode 1700, Sean Woodley digs into the best, worst and most likely case scenarios for the Raptors' biggest offseason add…

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Ep. 240 - Under 23 Draft 1:02:11

1M ago1:02:11

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The guys are back this week with a special episode since everyone loves a good draft! This time around, they're drafting the best players under 23 years old. Listen to them get heated over how to build a team, the prospects of young players, and how valuable is LaMelo Ball! ----more---- Instagram @HoopsCornerPod Twitter @HoopsCornerPod TikTok @Hoop…

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Best Case / Worst Case: Can Gradey Dick hang onto a starting gig all season? 30:00

1M ago30:00

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Gradey Dick looks like the de factor starting two-guard for the Toronto Raptors going into his second season in the league, but can he hang onto the job all season long? In Episode 1699, Sean Woodley goes solo to take a look at the best, worse and most likely outcomes for the former Kansas Jayhawks standout in his sophomore season. Off the top, Sea…

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Best Case / Worst Case: Can RJ Barrett blend ruthless efficiency with a defensive leap? w/ Vivek Jacob 33:17

1M ago33:17

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RJ Barrett was a picture of offensive consistency for the Toronto Raptors after being acquired from the New York Knicks in the OG Anunoby trade last season, but can he replicate that scoring output while improving as a defender? In Episode 1698, Sean Woodley and Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) talk about the best and worst case outcomes for B…

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Best Case / Worst Case: What will it take for Immanuel Quickley to really pop for the Raptors this year? w/ Katie Heindl 36:44

1M ago36:44

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What are the best and worst-case scenarios for Toronto Raptors lead guard Immanuel Quickley in the 2024-25 NBA season? In Episode 1697, Sean Woodley and Katie Heindl (Basketball Feelings) chat about what needs to happen for Immanuel Quickley to have his best-case season in his first full year with the Raptors, where his three-point shooting and pla…

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Ep. 239 - Highest Expectations 1:08:05

1M ago1:08:05

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On this week's episode, the guys talk about players and teams that are coming into the season with the most eyes watching them and the highest expectations on them. Some names are really obvious *looking at your Philadelphia 76ers* and some others are mind blowing! Desmond Bane, Ja Morant, and the rest of the Grizzlies after an off-year (3:00) Scot…

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What to expect from Darko Rajakovic in Year 2 with the Raptors & more mailbag questions w/ Katie Heindl 34:57

2M ago34:57

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In Episode 1696, Sean Woodley is joined by Katie Heindl (Basketball Feelings) to answer some Toronto Raptors mailbag questions from you, the listeners, about Darko Rajakovic going into his second year, Scottie Barnes' 2028 Olympics hopes and more! Off the top, Sean and Katie discuss what the expectations for the Raptors' head coach should be after …

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Where do the Toronto Raptor stack up among the Eastern Conference's bottom-7? w/ Vivek Jacob 34:10

2M ago34:10

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In Episode 1695, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob to chat about where the Toronto Raptors stack up within the Eastern Conference's projected bottom-7 teams. Can the Toronto Raptors outshine the Wizards, Pistons, and Nets this season? With LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller leading the Charlotte Hornets, will their health and consistency hold up? A…

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Can the Toronto Raptors have a better bench this season than they did in 2023-24? w/ Jamar Hinds 34:36

2M ago34:36

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In Episode 1694, Sean Woodley is joined by Jamar Hinds (Raptors Republic) to talk about the Toronto Raptors bench and whether or not it has a chance of giving the team more production and winning minutes than the reserves of 2023-24 did. Off the top, they dig into whether or not the talent on hand in the second unit is better than it was last year,…

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Why Canada's basketball teams fell short at the Paris Olympics & building towards LA 2028 w/ Oren Weisfeld 34:49

2M ago34:49

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In Episode 1694, Sean Woodley is joined by Oren Weisfeld, author of a forthcoming book about Canadian basketball, to talk about Canada's men's and women's national teams falling short at the 2024 Paris Olympics and the future of both programs ahead of the Los Angeles games in 2028 that will surely bring with them plenty of medal expectations. Off t…

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Projecting roles for the Toronto Raptors rookies in 2024-25 w/ Katie Heindl 37:59

2M ago37:59

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In Episode 1692, which Toronto Raptors rookie—Jonathan Mogbo, Jamal Shead, Ja'Kobe Walter, or Ulrich Chomche—will make the biggest impact on the court this season? Sean Woodley and Katie Heindl give in-depth look at the Raptors' rookie class and their potential impact on the team and the G League 905. Join us as we explore Jamal Shead's prospects a…

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Ep. 238 - Raptors Deepdive with Sean Woodley of Locked On Raptors 1:02:18

2M ago1:02:18

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On today's episode, Peter and Josh welcome on Sean Woodley from the Locked On Raptors podcast. The guys chit chat about Team Canada's disappointing Olympic performance and then deep dive into everything Raptors from young players to the potential of Immanuel Quickley. ------EDITOR'S NOTE------ This was recorded on August 8th, just after Team USA be…

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How good can the Raptors core trio of Scottie Barnes, Immanuel Quickley & RJ Barrett be? w/ Vivek Jacob 38:47

2M ago38:47

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In Episode 1691, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to talk about the Toronto Raptors' core trio of Scottie Barnes, Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett, what their ceiling as the Raptors' top three players can be, and the swing skills that will need to hit for them to get where the Raptors need them to be. Off the top, Sea…

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Raptors sign Bruno Fernando; is he the favourite to be Jakob Poeltl's backup this year? 32:34

2M ago32:34

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In Episode 1690, Sean Woodley goes solo to assess the state of the Toronto Raptors' centre position and who stands the best chance of being the backup to Jakob Poeltl in 2024-25, with recent signing Bruno Fernando likely figuring heavily into that competition. Off the top, Sean digs into the Raptors' extreme level of dependence on Poeltl, his unden…

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Canada's Achilles heel snaps in Olympic quarterfinal loss to France; medal hopes ended 33:22

2M ago33:22

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In Episode 1689, Sean Woodley goes solo to break down the Canadian men's national team losing 82-73 to host nation France in the quarterfinals of the Olympic men's basketball tournament in Paris on Tuesday. Off the top, Sean shares some of his broader thoughts on the loss, Canada's miserable start and the officiating before digging into why the Ach…

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Ep. 237 - Point guards on the move and Olympic Basketball 55:17

2M ago55:17

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The guys are back together to talk about the Olympics and some of the most recent signings in the NBA! Favourite Olympic sports (0:30) The Tyus Jones rebuilding project (3:00) What’re the Nuggets gonna do with Westbrook in 2024 (13:30) Jarrett Allen re-signed in Cleveland but for what? (25:30) Olympic basketball better watch than NBA? (33:00) ----m…

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Canadian men go undefeated in the Group of Death; France their likely QF opponent w/ Vivek Jacob 36:30

2M ago36:30

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In Episode 1688, Sean Woodley and Vivek Jacob react to the Canadian men's basketball team hanging on to beat Spain 88-85 on Friday to move them to a perfect 3-0 in the Group of Death at the Paris 2024 Olympics, with a likely quarterfinal date with the host nation France awaiting them on Tuesday. Off the top, Sean and Vivek dig into their biggest ta…

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7th Annual Locked On Raptors Over/Unders & Props Contest: The Thrillling Conclusion! w/ Vivek Jacob & Sahal Abdi 44:37

2M ago44:37

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In Episode 1687, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob and Sahal Abdi for the conclusion of their 7th annual Toronto Raptors over/unders and props contest covering their predictions for the 2023-24 season, which of course did not go to plan for the Raptors. Join Sean, Vivek and Sahal as their revisit their pre-season takes about the Raptors that at…

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Canada powers past Australia in second half to improve to 2-0 in men's Group A; RJ Barrett is the best player alive w/ Jamar Hinds 38:19

2M ago38:19

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In Episode 1686, Sean Woodley is joined by Jamar Hinds (Raptors Republic) to talk about the Canadian men's national team taking down Australia to improve to 2-0 in Group A action at Paris 2024, with Toronto Raptors wing RJ Barrett's 24-7-5 effort leading the way. Off the top, Sean and Jamar gush about Barrett's continued run of excellent play for t…

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RJ Barrett shines & Canadian men open Olympics with win vs. Greece | Women's team struggles in blowout loss to France 32:43

2M ago32:43

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In Episode 1685, Sean Woodley goes solo to react to the Canadian men's and women's national team's tournament openers against Greece and France on Saturday and Monday respectively. Off the top, Sean reacts to Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett's excellent 23-point outing as one of the two-best players on the floor for Canada in their 86-79 win over…

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Olympic Basketball Preview! | What will it take for the Canadian men and women to medal at Paris 2024? w Oren Weisfeld 38:09

2M ago38:09

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In Episode 1684, Sean Woodley is joined by Oren Weisfeld (author of an upcoming book on Canada Basketball for the ECW Press) to chat about the Canadian men's and women's national teams as they get set to push for medals in basketball at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Off the top, Sean and Oren assess the overall level of expectation for both the men…

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Mailbag! In the Pooper for Cooper Flagg? Best non-core 4 Raptor next season? Bigger What If: Kawhi or TMac? w/ Jamar Hinds 39:14

2M ago39:14

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In Episode 1683, Sean Woodley is joined by Jamar Hinds (Raptors Republic, TSN) to answer a bunch of mailbag questions about a great many Toronto Raptors topics, including goals for the 2024-25 season, key role players on this year's squad, and an interesting either/or What If debate. Off the top, Sean and Jamar chat about whether they would rather …

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Raptors Summer League Final Thoughts; Gradey's ready, Chomche intrigues & Mogbo's promise w/ Katie Heindl 33:52

3M ago33:52

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In Episode 1682, Sean Woodley is joined by Katie Heindl (Basketball Feelings) to run through her notes from 10 days spent in Las Vegas covering the Toronto Raptors at Summer League. Off the top, Sean and Katie chat about the palpably good vibes around this year's Summer League squad, and Gradey Dick looking very much ready for a bigger role in Year…

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Sasha Vezenkov leaves money on the table to return to Europe; what should the Raptors do with the cap flexibility? 32:33

3M ago32:33

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In Episode 1681, Sean Woodley goes solo to react to the news that the Toronto Raptors and forward Sasha Vezenkov have parted ways in a move that will see the former EuroLeague MVP return to Europe while leaving about $6.7 million on the table, opening up some new offseason possibilities for the Raptors if they'd like to explore them. Off the top, S…

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The Good, The Bad & The Hmmmm of Toronto Raptors Summer League | GTJ leaves, Koloko on the mend? w/ Vivek Jacob 37:44

3M ago37:44

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In Episode 1680, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Sportsnet, Raptors in 7) to chat about their biggest overall takeaways from the Toronto Raptors' tour at NBA Summer League in Las Vegas before hitting on Gary Trent Jr. signing with the Milwaukee Bucks and former Raptors second-rounder Christian Koloko reportedly working towards being cleared …

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Ep. 236 - Darrell Wonge on the Knicks 52:47

3M ago52:47

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We bring back friend of the pod, former professional player, current filmmaker, and New York native Darrell Wonge to talk about his lifelong fandom of the Knicks. We go deep into his history of following the franchise, the hardships of the team, and his own personal college and professional career playing ball. We finish off by talking about his ca…

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How would Team Canada's roster stack up in the NBA? | Does Jamal Shead have some Kyle Lowry in him?Mailbag! w/ Katie Heindl 35:21

3M ago35:21

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In Episode 1677, Sean Woodley is joined by Katie Heindl for a Toronto Raptors mailbag featuring questions about the Canadian men's national team, Chris Boucher's place within the Raptors and new second-round draft pick Jamal Shead. The bulk of the show is spent entertaining an excellent question from one listener about how well the Raptors would st…

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Everything you need to know about Toronto Raptors rookie Jamal Shead w/ Parker Ainsworth 34:25

3M ago34:25

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In Episode 1678, Sean Woodley is joined by Locked On Coogs host Parker Ainsworth to talk about Toronto Raptors incoming rookie guard Jamal Shead, who's been one of the stand outs from the early going in Vegas Summer League. Off the top, Sean gets Parker to dig into the tales of Shead being an exemplary dude from his time as one of the leaders of th…

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