JD starts the show with his thoughts on the officiating in last night's Raptors vs. Lakers game, capped off by head coach Darko Rajaković's fiery comments post-game (00:00). Jake Fischer, NBA Insider with Yahoo Sports, joins JD to break down if the Raptors maximized OG Anunoby's value and why facilitating a Pascal Siakam trade is like threading a needle. Plus, what's Gary Trent Jr.'s market like and what moves the Lakers could potentially muster? (15:00). Next, Aaron Bronsteter, Sportsnet's Lead MMA reporter, comes in-studio to chat about the UFC's new partnership with Sportsnet, Canadian fighters taking the torch, Mike Malott's influence, Sean Stickland against Dricus Du Plessis and future fights (50:00). JD and Armen end the show with more ref debate and thoughts on Aaron Rodgers.  

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ref Rants and Raptors Rumours w/ Jake Fischer + Aaron Bronsteter

JD Bunkis breaks down the biggest stories in sports every weekday morning. Honest, direct, and a touch of diablerie. Airing live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN from 9am-11am ET.

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Sportsnet's Michael Grange and JD break down Luka Dončić's greatness and journey to his first NBA Finals, Kyrie Irving's turnaround, and how the Mavericks stack up against the Boston Celtics (7:00). Plus, Grange talks about the players who may be part of Canada's Senior Men's National Team at the Paris Olympics. 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Luka and Kyrie Jump + Potential Surprise Additions to Canada Basketball’s Olympic Roster w/ Michael Grange

Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, and JD get into which teams and players left in the NHL's conference finals are easy to root for, how Toronto's professional sports teams are mimicking each other and reasons to trade or not trade Bo Bichette and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (00:00). 

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Pivot or Teardown? + Do Feelings Matter in the Blue Jays' Decision Making w/ Ben Ennis

Justin Termine, host of NBA Today on NBA Sirius XM, discusses Anthony Edwards' ceiling and marketability, the Timberwolves' future, Boston's hatred for Kyrie Irving, as well as why Luka Dončić and Irving are positioned as the most skilled backcourt of all-time (8:00). The show ends with 'What We Missed!"

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The “Best” NBA Playoff Narratives with Justin Termine

JD discusses the rollercoaster Game 3 between the Edmonton Oilers and Dallas Stars, if most of Canada is behind Connor McDavid and the Oilers and Jason Robertson's coming out party (00:00). Later, Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins and JD get into Draymond Green's spot on Inside the NBA and guarding Luka Dončić (25:00). The gents end with 'What We Missed!'

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Are Leafs Fans on the Oilers' Bandwagon? + Andrew Wiggins on Defending Luka

JD opens the show with some rapid-fire takes about some of the biggest games from the weekend. New Jersey Devils goaltender, Jake Allen, chats about trying his hand in media, how Connor McDavid is revered by other players, playing for Craig Berube and his tendencies behind the bench (8:00). The show wraps up with another edition of 'What We Missed!'

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Ref Rants and Raptors Rumours w/ Jake Fischer + Aaron Bronsteter

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