Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with another episode! This week, they are joined by former Raptor Pops Mensah-Bonsu! Pop shares his story of moving to the United States of America in Grade 10, the challenges that presented him, being a two-sport athlete with track and field, and why he ultimately chose basketball. The trio dive into his journey to George Washington University, why he ultimately chose to enroll there, and the program's influence on his basketball development. Pop also chats about his time in Toronto, what he learned about the city, and the impact of the area's large Ghanaian community. Eric and Paul take some time to catch up with the former Raptor about his current endeavors with the SEED Ghana Academy, before discussing how fast basketball has grown across Africa. They wrap up with thoughts on the late Dikembe Mutombo and his influence on all African players, as well as the game of basketball as a whole.

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back just before March Madness, joined by Michigan legend and former NBA top 10 pick, Nik Stauskas. They discuss his upbringing in the GTA during the rise of the Raptors, and how the team influenced his basketball development. Nik shares his thoughts on how Canadian basketball has evolved since his early days, and whether it's easier for Canadians to break into the pros now. They also dive into why Nik chose Michigan, the influence of the Fab Five, adjusting to college life and what contributed to his on-court success. The conversation then shifts to his decision to enter the NBA draft, whether he would change that choice before exploring Nik's current ventures in broadcasting and what's next for him in his career.

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Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back with former Toronto Raptors assistant Tom Sterner! The guys get into how Tom broke into the NBA with analytics on the Orlando Magic, how the analytics have changed since then, working with Dwane Casey on the Dallas Mavericks before ultimately joining him with the Raptors. What was the first thing he noticed in Toronto? How did he adjust living and working in a different country? Finally, the guys get into his "TV Tom" personality and iconic half time interviews he would have. 

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with another former Raptor to celebrate the Raptors 30th anniversary season! This week, John Lucas III joins the guys to chat about his father's legacy of playing and coaching in the NBA as well as the tennis court, and how he passed that love onto his son. John talks about his journey in basketball and what led him to a tumultuous situation at Baylor, eventually leading him to the Final Four with Oklahoma State Cowboys. The guys discuss John's NBA career, his start with Dwane Casey and the Timberwolves, and how that led him back to Toronto later in his career. John also shares some of his memories of playing in Toronto and why he loves the city so much. Finally the guys talk about what John is up to now in his coaching career and what he hopes to achieve as he moves forward.

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Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back after a week off and they are joined by former Raptors and 13 year NBA vet Darrick Martin! The guys go over his career in basketball from starting on the hardcourts in NYC, to going to UCLA. What was it like adjusting on the other side of the country as an under sized guard? The guys then go over his NBA career, how did he end up on a court with Michael Jordan and talking trash to him? What did he make of Toronto when he first go here? And why couldn't he wear his favorite number?  Guys close out the episode getting Darrick's thoughts on the modern NBA and how it has changed from when he played. 

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones return with Antonio Daniels, current New Orleans Pelicans broadcaster, host on Sirius XM NBA Radio and former NBA guard! They dive into what Raptors fans can expect from Brandon Ingram both on and off the court, how he will fit in Toronto and where the trade leaves the Pelicans going forward. The guys also chat about Antonio's memorable moments from his time as a player with the Grizzlies, along with what could have been done differently to keep the team in Vancouver. Finally, the NBA Champion opens up about life after basketball and what that transition was like from the hardcourt to the broadcast booth. Eric and Paul close out the show with thoughts on Ingram's contract extension and where the Raptors go from here, before sharing their favorite memories from the NBA in Vancouver.

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones discuss the Raptors acquiring Brandon Ingram from the New Orleans Pelicans, the likelihood that he will re-sign in Toronto, and the players who are now leaving town: Bruce Brown, Kelly Olynyk, and Davion Mitchell. The guys bring Sportsnet’s Michael Grange in on the conversation with his thoughts on Toronto's moves and what the future holds for Chris Boucher after he remained a Raptor. After the break, Eric & Paul invite Warriors play by play voice Tim Roye (32:38) to the program to talk about Jimmy Butler heading West to Golden State. 

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Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back with another Raptor Great, Antonio Davis! The guys talk to him about his new role as the president of the NBA Alumni association. What will he look to do with his new role as president? What can they do with the players association to help retired players transition into their post playing career? And how can the alumni association better educate people? The guys also look back at his time in Toronto and how far the Raptors have come over the last 30 years. Guys also go over Vince Carter’s retirement ceremony, Antonio’s thoughts on how the game is today, and what we can expect to see in the future!

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with fan favourite Alvin Williams in a special podcast-only episode! The guys start by going over Alvin's time in Toronto and the start of his basketball career. What was the biggest difference between college and the NBA? What was it like having Butch Carter as his head coach? Where did Alvin's disdain for the city of his birth, Philadelphia, come from? And why does he love Toronto so much? All that and much more as the guys catch up with the former Raptors point guard! 

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Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back with another episode of Smith and Jones! This week, former Raptor Gary Forbes joins the show to discuss growing up in Panama during a time of political turmoil, moving to New York City as a young boy, and his memories of playing in the NCAA with two teams. The guys also get into how being diagnosed with type 1 Diabetes affected not only Forbes' basketball career but his life overall. Finally,  Forbes breaks down how he broke into the NBA and what his memories of playing for the Toronto Raptors are and they go over some of his current work, including becoming an author with the book 'The Sole Survivor.'

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