Eric and Paul recap the the Raptors' win over the Spurs that saw Fred VanVleet return to the lineup with an impressive performance and Precious Achiuwa making some clutch shots down the stretch (0:28). Afterwards, Sixers TV voice Kate Scott talks about tonight’s big Philly-Brooklyn matchup, how Ben Simmons will be greeted by fans, and James Harden and Joel Embiid’s play since the trade (35:21). Later, TNT Sports’ Nabil Karim discusses his career path from studying criminology to hanging out with Shaq, Chuck, and the Great One (50:53).

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Spurs analyst and NBA Champion Matt Bonner shares his favourite Gregg Popovich stories and what it was like playing for him as he is on the cusp of becoming the NBA’s all-time wins leader (11:56). Former NBA coach PJ Carlesimo talks about sharing the sideline with Popovich and the various memories and dinners they shared on and off the court from his five years as an assistant with the Spurs (30:42).

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones talk about Kyrie Irving’s talent as it was on full display during his 50-point performance vs Charlotte and discuss the complicated rules around his vaccination status (0:37). Next, Sportsnet’s Alvin Williams discusses the Raptors' recent skid, the team being cautious with Fred VanVleet’s knee, and his admiration of Gregg Popovich from afar as Toronto gets ready to face San Antonio (29:52).

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones open with some International Women's Day shoutouts, before discussing San Antonio’s Gregg Popovich earning his NBA record 1,335th career victory, tying him with Don Nelson (which makes Jonesy reach deep into the memory bank!) and Russell Westbrook’s comments on fans disrespecting him and his family (0:44). Afterwards, ESPN analyst Doris Burke discusses Westbrook, Sunday's showdown between Jayson Tatum and Kevin Durant, her view on the Raptors, and Ben Simmons returning to Philadelphia this week but not playing (31:06).

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones break down the Raptors' loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers: Scottie Barnes playing the point with injuries to VanVleet and Flynn, the team’s struggles from 3-point range, and the lack of production from the bench (0:44). Former Duke player and NBA executive Billy King discusses the celebration for legendary Head Coach Mike Krzyzewski as he coached his final home game and if the Nets can gel in-time to make a deep run (32:35). Later, Dan Woike of the LA Times talks about LeBron James’ epic 56-point performance versus the Warriors and addresses the speculation that Russell Westbrook could eventually come off the bench (49:42).

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E and Jonesy are joined by ESPN’s Tim Bontemps on the Lakers’ latest blowout loss to the Clippers, his low expectations for them even if they sneak into the playoffs, and Ja Morant and the Grizzlies taking the league by storm (16:10). To wrap, author Jeff Pearlman looks ahead to Sunday’s premiere of HBO’s “Winning Time” - HBO’s mini-series on the Showtime Lakers and discusses his book being the basis for the series, how the people portrayed are receiving its release, and if a book or TV show on the LeBron-era Lakers would make for good entertainment (31:40).

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Dwane Casey and the Pistons have foiled the Raptors again! Eric Smith and Paul Jones break down the Raptors’ 108-106 loss to Detroit where rookies Cade Cunningham and Scottie Barnes went head-to-head and Nick Nurse found himself getting ejected (0:44). Next, Mississauga’s Nik Stauskas discusses his NBA return with the Boston Celtics after his standout performances in the G-League and opens up about nearly stepping away from basketball and why he didn’t (29:56).

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones look ahead to Scottie Barnes and Cade Cunningham squaring off tonight and give some love to Mississauga’s Nik Stauskas after back-to-back standout performances in the G-League (1:07). Sportsnet’s Michael Grange discusses Dwane Casey’s success coaching against Toronto, the emergence of Precious Achiuwa off the bench, and the wide-open Eastern conference (32:32). Afterwards, NBA Radio host and Suns analyst Eddie Johnson talks about Phoenix being built for success even without Chris Paul and Devin Booker in the lineup and why he’s not sold on Brooklyn (49:51).

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones break down the Raptors' latest game over the Nets, a 109-108 victory where they were led by Scottie Barnes, Malachi Flynn, and Gary Trent Jr. down the stretch (0:16). Afterwards, Sportsnet’s Alvin Williams comments on Malachi Flynn staying ready, making the most of his opportunity, and comparing it to situations when he was a young point guard in the NBA  (30:37). To wrap, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst discusses his concern for Fred VanVleet’s knee, James Harden being able to play at an even higher level, if Ja Morant should be in the MVP conversation and more (57:10).

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones recap the Raptors’ convincing road win over the Brooklyn Nets, where Scottie Barnes led the way with 28 points and 16 rebounds and Malachi Flynn started in place of Fred VanVleet (0:15). Next, the guys welcome Raptors TV voice Matt Devlin to the show to chat about Flynn staying ready when called upon and the viral moment featuring his son Jack that took social media by storm (29:06)! Later, WFAN’s Evan Roberts discusses the current state of the Nets ahead of game two of the back to back vs. Toronto, and sums up the James Harden-era in Brooklyn (49:12).

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