This week on the podcast I chat with one of the co-hosts of the That's a Rap Podcast; Jay Rosales. Jay is a writer for Rators HQ and we break down Toronto's victory over the Orlando Magic. We discuss the Raptors defensive philosophy, the development of the bench squad and evaluate just how good is Nick Nurse compared to the NBA's elite coaches. What should Raptor fans expect from Powell, Davis and others as Ibaka and Lowry near their returns to the lineup? Please excuse the few audio hicups in the first 12 mins of the episode, they do dissapear.

This week's episode, we discuss the Raptors success on their west coast road trip. Wins over the Lakers and Blazers have Raps fans excited and holding Dame, Kawhi and Lebron to 35 points over three games was unexpected. How much American validation do Raps fans need?? Just how good can this Raptors defense be this season? Is Van Vleet the Raptors heir apparent to Lowry officially? We breakdown the development of Davis and Boucher while discussing the locked up D of RHJ.

This week episode we discuss the Raptors recent 124-120 victory over the Kings. We breakdown the game and concerns over both the rotation and inability to defend the corner three. Toronto gives up a league worst 13% of their opponents field goal attempts from the corner three. What is a realistic expectation for this five game road trip? How badly does this team need just one blow out on this road trip and have our expectations changed since the season began.

This week's episode I am joined by Adam Corsair of the South of the 6ix Podcast. Adam shares his unique story of growing up in Rhode Island and becoming a Raptors fan. We breakdown our reactions from Toronto's win over Casey and the Pistons. When will Nurse establish more than a 8 man rotation? How will Toronto address the concerns around their team defense? We discuss the expanding game of Spicy P and the upcoming date with the Bucks. Lastly we share our biggest surprises in the Eastern Conference to date.

The Raptors regular season open was a massive success. A Raptors victory, a banner raised to the rafters and a championship ring fitting of a god are revealed for the first time. We discuss the performances of Pascal and Fred as they show up in a big way to start the season. What can we expect of Toronto's rotation moving forward? Is this the last time we see an 8 man rotation for a while? We breakdown the bench play and the Raptors upcoming game with the Celtics.

This week's episode we discuss Nurse's comments on the lack of effort and desire from RHJ and Stanley Johnson. What is the Raptors lineup going to look like night to night? Should the Raptors make a play for Buddy Hield this season? Toronto fans breakout the Hong Kong T-Shirts for opening night and we make our Eastern Conference playoff predictions.

We are back with weekly episodes for the upcoming season. The Raps have completed their tour of Japan with a split decision. What players impressed us the most in their pre-season debut? Was the Kobe Esque contract delivered to Kyle Lowry a good decision? We discuss whether the Raptors have the goods to be a top 3 team in the East this season and our desire to see Nick Nurse where his championship ring on the bench all season long!

This week on the podcast we share a potential inside story about Kawhi and the Raptors this past summer. Is it true? Up to you to decide. We discuss and rank the Raptors head coaches from number 9 all time to number 1. Its obvious who is the best coach the Raps have ever had but who is number 2 or number 3? Try to convince us Kevin O'Neill belongs any higher than last! Do it! We can be found on every podcast service available for download.

This week on the podcast we discuss the Raptors bringing back the white Dino jersey in all its former glory. We discuss the Raptors hiring a 26 year old as one of their new assistant coaches and track her incredible journey with the team. How many Raptors ended up cracking the SI top 100 list? Who was the most underrated Raptor on the list? All that and so much more on this week's episode.

We are back this week and we open the podcast with continued discussion about Canada Basketball. Team Canada is out at the FIBA Qualification Tournament and where do we go from here? Who is to blame for Canada's exit? Will the Canadian NBA players show for next years winner take all tourney? We breakdown Steve Nash's critical comments about NBA players not wanting to play for their country. Lastly, we start to discuss the early storylines heading into Raptors camp. What will the offense look like this season? Beyond Siakam, who is ready for an increased load this coming season?