Toronto Raptors set the tone for the final third of the season with blowout of Brooklyn Nets

In Episode 1582, Sean Woodley goes solo to break down the Toronto Raptors' 121-93 blowout win over the flailing Brooklyn Nets in their first game back from the All-Star break. Off the top, Sean digs into why this game was as good a tone-setter for the Raptors as they embark on the final third of the season, and why even though making the play-in is a little bit farfetched, the carrot of getting back into the race can be very valuable for a team looking to lay a foundation for next season. A win against the Hawks tonight, and the play-in race gets a little more interesting. Sean digs into Scottie Barnes' out-of-the-gate energy and powerful transition scoring, the Raptors getting back to their roots by demolishing the Nets in the open court, and the defense showing some signs of connectivity at long last. Of course, it's just the Nets, so let's not get too ahead of ourselves. Next, Sean talks about Immanuel Quickley and Gary Trent Jr. combining for 49 points on efficient shooting and their different stations within the Raptors' future plans. Lastly, Sean runs through The Good (RJ Barrett's playmaking), The Bad (one puzzling Bruce Brown possession) and The Hmmm (the first look at Gradey Dick alongside the Raptors Core 4) to round out the show.

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