Could this be the start of a potentially disastrous period for the Raptors?

There are potentially multiple positive tests within the franchise, and many may have to quarantine.

It comes just as Toronto were starting to show their grit and determination circa 2019 on the court itself.

In another solo episode, KJ talks:

:: Why encouragement should be taken from the losses against Miami and the 76ers

:: Sergio Scariolo's 100% win record

:: Should the Raptors even have suited up on Friday night?

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SOLO episode from KJ this week as the Raptors go 4-1.

I talk:

:: Small ball against the Bucks.

:: Baynes shutting down Joel Embiid.

:: Norman Powell and Terence Davis showing the Front Office why Lowry CAN be traded.

:: Demarcus Cousins to Toronto?

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KJ has Boston Celtics analyst Mickey on to discuss the recent Toronto Raptors-Boston Celtics affair.

It was 120-106 to Boston, with Payton Pritchard and Semi Okeleye combining for TWELVE made threes.

Nick Nurse's system of shutting down the stars didn't work - so what will against a formidable outfit?

We also talk:

- Whether the Nets really need a big man

- The Warriors 'free hit' season turning into a magical story

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KJ and Vural discuss the first third of the 2020-21 pandemic NBA season.

We talk:

:: FVV's 54 point game, and Siakam turning it up.

:: Lowry to Miami?

:: Getting bullied by Valanciunas

:: Why did Derrick Rose go back to the Knicks?

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The Japanese 'Chosen One' has graced the Toronto Raptors with energy, concentration and a loveable playstyle.

We've been big advocates of Yuta on this podcast - and no better time to dedicate an episode to him than after a wonderful performance against the Orlando Magic.

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The big Australian finally showed up!

Aron Baynes had his best game in a Toronto jersey as the Raptors went 2-1 over the week.

We break down the double header against Miami, as well as:

:: Analysing Baynes' role within the team

:: Looking at the importance of the traditional big man this season

:: Jokic's MVP calibre season

:: Terence Davis, Norman Powell and the Brooklyn Nets

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KJ, Vural and special guest Samuel talk all things Toronto Raptors after a 2-2 week.

We break down:

:: Siakam's struggles as a closer, but his overall resurgence.

:: Stanley Johnson at the 5!

:: Lowry and VanVleet running with the bench

:: Portland's quiet bulldozing season - how far can they go?

:: The James Harden trade - who really won?

A huge win against the Sacramento Kings - in more ways than one - means the Toronto Raptors improved to a 2-6 record. It's not much, but it's honest work from Nick Nurse's boys.

We talk:

:: The revival of Siakam and VanVleet

:: Yuta Watanabe and Norman Powell's important roles

:: Why the Raptors SHOULDN'T tank

:: How Steph Curry is succeeding in a bare bones team

Toronto Raptors start the season 0-3. Should we be worried?

KJ and Vural dissect the losses to the Pelicans, Spurs and 76ers, while also looking at:

- How smooth the Brooklyn Nets are looking

- The Bucks being even better this year

- Paul George's continuing struggles

- Can Siakam be a franchise player?

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Nick Nurse will have to work his magic to propel the Tampa Bay - I mean Toronto - Raptors to the deep playoff rounds this time around.

We break down Toronto's chances by analysing their roster amid a stronger Eastern Conference.

Vural then chips in with a breakdown of the wider NBA.

Happy Holidays!

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