The Rapcast

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath discuss the latest in the world of the Raptors. Focusing first and foremost on Scottie Barnes' return, RJ Barrett's improvements, and the new Raptors defense.

0:00 - Introductions

0:25 - We have BEEF

2:38 - Scottie injury update

3:45 - Health updates for the rest of the team

4:29 - Scottie is BACK

6:28 - RJ's leap while Scottie was gone

8:20 - Can Scottie save the defense?

9:50 - The Raptors ball pressure defense

21:00 - Has RJ shifted the hierarchy?

31:55 - Gradey with a mini slump

37:35 - Davion Mitchell update

43:30 - Can the Raptors maintain vibes while losing?

49:55 - Previewing the Wolves game

59:19 - Garrett Temple Superstar

1:00:50 - Cheering for the Raptors

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Despite battling more injuries, the Raptors are keeping games close even in losses, but is all the extra work starting to wear out some of the top players? Zulfi and Coty discuss that and recap the last seven days of Raptors basketball.

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Vivek Jacob joins Host Cathryn Naiker. They discuss the electric return of Klay Thompson to the Bay area. The Hats, the game, Steph screaming into the camera & more. Will they face off in the playoffs? Then The NBA Cup, what they like about the tournament, do they really get hyped up for the games, and what can improve. Then they have some fun with the proverbial trade machine and see what the Warriors can do to become champions. Then in the Raptors Homer moment, Cathryn makes the case for Gradey Dick as an All-Star. They review some of the sideline fits and talk especially about Bruce Brown. Then in our Hottie Highlight of the week, it's between R.J Barrett noticing Jamie Lannister & Bruno Fernando's ferocious dunk. 

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Samson Folk & Trevon Heath break down why the Toronto Raptors 3-point shooting has been going poorly, why Gradey Dick can score out of baseline plays, and ask if Darko is seen as soft. All that, plus more.

0:00 - Introductions

1:26 - The words frick and fudge

3:18 - The Raptors injury update

8:50 - Gradey Dick is incredible

17:30 - Gradey is the King of BLOB's

20:55 - The Raptors lack of 3pt shooting

27:42 - RJ's recent struggles

34:00 - Redrafting 2021 Draft

37:10 - Redrafting the 2023 Draft

41:25 - Previewing the game against the Pistons

51:00 - The perception of Coach Darko

57:25 - Bruno's career highlight

1:00:10 - Gradey is a lifeline

1:01:20 - Tre's catchphrase

1:02:20 - How do you market these Raptors?

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Who stinks, A GUARANTEE Bosh will be get his number retired PLUS Trivia! All with our special guest Arthur Simeon!

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A busy week of Raptors action that once again included plenty of competitive stretches but ultimately no wins. Zulfi, Kyle and Coty break down the last seven days of hoops, Immanuel Quickley's long-awaited return and everything in between. (This episode was recorded prior to Raptors vs. Lakers on Nov. 10)

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Raptors 905 Head Coach Drew Jones joined Andrew Damelin to discuss his journey from West Philadelphia to Mississauga. Find out how Nick Collison, Shake Milton and Taj Gibson inspired Jones in his formative coaching years with the Thunder, discover why Jones may have been destined to be a leader of role players, and see how much thought he's put into conveying his emotions as a new head coach, and if he thinks he'll actually be able to do it!

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Samson Folk takes listener questions about the Toronto Raptors. Starting with Gradey Dick's ceiling as a player, and focusing on the team at large after that.

0:00 - Introductions

1:25 - Is Jakob Poeltl still good at defense?

12:10 - Is Jakob an offense first center?

17:37 - The Raptors most fun play

24:15 - What is Gradey's ceiling? Is is stardom?

37:55 - Do the Raptors run the most actions in the NBA?

41:15 - Can the Raptors core ever defend at a championship level?

50:00 - Darius Garland

51:45 - Learning X's & O's

57:00 - Am I a Raptors fan?

58:50 - The Raptors turnovers

1:02:00 - Best dressers on the team

1:07:00 - Questioning the coaching staff

1:10:20 - Goodbyes

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This week, Host Cathryn Naiker is joined by Raptors HQ Chelsea Leite to discuss Joel Embiid's three-game suspension after an altercation with a media member. Who was out of line and should the media member also be suspended? Then they discuss the Golden State Warriors being 7-1 after an impressive win against the Celtics. Are they back? Is their championship window still open or too soon to call? and who's window has officially closed? Then in our Raptors homer moment, we discuss the phenomenal Vince Carter Jersey retirement ceremony. A massive home run for the franchise for which we bask in the glow. Then we discuss the Drake DeMar DeRozan beef and if DeMar will get his jersey retired. Then they discuss how this version of the Raptors is the official Enjoy The Process Era. What are the top three things they love about this team so far? Then in our Hottie Highlight of the week, a runner-up list to VC, is it Trae Young vs Knicks fans, Jimmy Butler house tour, or Ja Morant's 360 windmill? 

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Samson Folk & Trevon Heath discuss the adjustments Gradey Dick & RJ Barrett have to make as offensive focal points. Plus, how is the defense shaping up? They also talk about Vince Carter's jersey retirement ceremony, and what other Raptors will share that honor.

0:00 - Introductions

1:00 - Raps lost to Sacramento

6:30 - Why is the Raptors defense bad?

14:35 - Gradey finding counters

21:35 - RJ Barrett, offensive hub

27:58 - Early thoughts on Ja'Kobe

36:23 - Chris Boucher, bringing it

41:45 - What is the Raptors healthy rotation?

45:10 - Gradey one name status

46:25 - IQ's return

49:45 - Samson's experience at Vince's game

56:05 - What jerseys are getting retired?

1:02:15 - Will the Raptors ever be healthy and fun?

1:06:10 - Goodbyes

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