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The King Reclaims His Throne from 2020-10-12T18:45:45
The L.A. Lakers are NBA champions. JD and Donnovan kick things off discussing whether a fourth title for LeBron James impacts the G.O.A.T. debate and his podium comments, offering their insights on...
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Can The Heat Compete? from 2020-09-28T19:05:29
JD and Donnovan preview the NBA Finals, LeBron’s 10th appearance. They kick things off contextualizing LeBron’s legacy and why we may be taking King James for granted before discussing reasons to b...
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Masai Ujiri’s Future from 2020-09-22T18:49:35
JD and Donnovan start things off discussing why the conference finals have become harder to watch as a Raptors fan and what could have been had Kawhi stayed in Toronto. Then they break down what th...
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Wrapping The Raptors’ Season from 2020-09-14T19:18:31
With the Raptors’ season over, JD and Donnovan wrap the campaign and answer some burning questions. First, the elephant in the room: Pascal Siakam’s sub-par playoff run. Will he ever be a No. 1 opt...
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Raptors-Celtics Game 7 Preview from 2020-09-10T11:58:21
Donnovan and JD react to the Raptors’ double-overtime, Game 6 victory over the Celtics. They discuss Kyle Lowry’s heroism, “Playoff Powell” showing up, the two-way play of OG Anunoby and Nick Nurse...
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Down 2-0, Where Do The Raptors Go From Here? from 2020-09-02T12:54:58
Donnovan and JD react to the Raptors’ Game 2 loss to the Celtics, discussing their emotions on the heels of a blistering fourth quarter from Marcus Smart, whose five consecutive three-pointers were...
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A Special Discussion About Being Black in 2020 from 2020-08-28T17:05:16
Donnovan is joined by Yasmin Duale of Dishes&Dimes and Raptors in-arena voice Mark “Strizzzy” Strong to discuss the boycotts across sports in support of Black Lives Matter, living as a Black person...
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Raptors-Celtics Series Preview from 2020-08-24T12:04:52
The Raptors are through to Round 2 with their first-ever series sweep after dropping 150 points on the Nets in Game 4. Next up: the Celtics, who are coming off a convincing sweep of the 76ers thems...
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A Game 1 In The Books from 2020-08-18T02:31:27
JD is joined by Vivek Jacob — in for the vacationing Donnovan — to react to the Raptors’ Game 1 victory over the Nets. They also discuss Pascal Siaikm’s future as a No. 1 option on offence and Fred...
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Who Should The Raptors Fear Most In The East? from 2020-08-11T21:35:58
With meaningful seeding games in the Raptors’ rear-view mirror, JD and Donnovan grade Toronto’s performance in the bubble to date and discuss how turnover woes contrast with stalwart defensive chem...
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Two Games In. What Do We Know? from 2020-08-04T00:42:58
JD and Donnovan break down the Raptors’ stellar performance against the Lakers and grind-it-out win versus Heat, with praise for Kyle Lowry, OG Anunoby and Fred VanVleet. Then they discuss the team...
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Does The No. 2 Seed In The East Really Matter? from 2020-07-28T10:00:30
JD and Donnovan kick things off discussing the look, feel and sounds of NBA scrimmage broadcasts and how the Raptors have looked in their first two exhibition games, including fitness levels and so...
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Welcome To Raptorsville from 2020-07-21T10:00:14
JD and Donnovan begin talking about candles. (Yes, you read that correctly.) thanks the gifts Drake left for the Raptors in the NBA bubble, and — to the surprise of no one — Donnovan reveals he has...
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The Biggest Questions Facing The Raptors from 2020-07-14T10:00:17
JD and Donnovan open the pod asking: Would the 2019 Duke Blue Devils beat the bubble iteration of the Brooklyn Nets? Then they discuss early complaints from players in Orlando before detailing repo...
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Did the NBA Get Jersey Messaging Right? from 2020-07-07T10:00:31
The NBA has announced approved social-justice messaging on the back of jerseys and JD and Donnovan begin with a discussion of whether the idea truly captures the meaning of the protest movement. Th...
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Why The Raptors Will Thrive In Orlando from 2020-06-29T10:00:25
The NBA has finalized its return-to-play schedule and JD and Donnovan begin with a discussion of the long road travelled, praising the role LeBron James played in the process and his off-court impa...
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To Play, Or Not To Play, That Is The Question from 2020-06-23T10:00:12
JD and Donnovan discuss the latest concerning the NBA’s return with thousands of new COVID-19 cases on the books in Florida. Players have to report by June 24, so should so many teams have been inc...
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Bursting The Bubble from 2020-06-15T20:22:22
JD and Donnovan talk about the weekend’s developments in which Kyrie Irving and others voiced their concerns over the NBA returning during the current socio-political climate and how a healthy leag...
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We Actually ARE Going To Disney World! from 2020-06-09T10:00:33
It’s official… the NBA is back! JD and Donnovan offer up their opinions on the format to end the 2020 season and the level of play they expect to see in Orlando when games resume July 31. They also...
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Bigger Than Basketball from 2020-06-02T10:00:10
This episode, JD and Donnovan focus on something much more important than sports — social justice. They discuss marginalized communities being mistreated in the U.S. and Canada, and protests that h...
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I’m Going To Disney World! (Maybe.) from 2020-05-25T22:36:40
JD and Donnovan kick things off discussing options on the table around the NBA’s return as reported by The Athletic’s Shams Charania. They play armchair commissioner, addressing how a single-site —...
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Michael Jordan’s Long Shadow from 2020-05-19T10:00:09
The last episode of “The Last Dance” is out and Donnovan and JD are all over it. Where do Reggie Miller and Karl Malone stand in the pantheon of NBA greats? Could the Bulls could have won a seventh...
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A Silver Lining: The NBA’s Return from 2020-05-12T12:50:58
JD and Donnovan kick things off discussing what they learned from NBA Commissioner Adam Silver’s weekend conference call and place a bet on the league’s return date as (some) teams slowly ease back...
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Brotherhood: MJ and Kobe from 2020-05-05T00:26:44
JD and Donnovan unravel Episodes 5 and 6 of “The Last Dance,” dissecting the relationship between Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan, media coverage of Jordan’s gambling, his stance on social justice, ...
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Beef Now vs. Beef Then from 2020-04-28T01:50:49
JD and Donnovan deconstruct Episodes 3 and 4 of The Last Dance, breaking down the narrative focussing on Dennis Rodman and Phil Jackson. JD also rattles off some rapid-fire questions and takeaways,...
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The Last Dance from 2020-04-20T03:30:54
Warning: This episode includes some kinda, sorta spoilers. If you’re in Canada, you probably haven’t seen any of The Last Dance yet, but basketball fans in the U.S. have, and so have Donnovan and F...
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Dollars And Sense With JYD And Charlie V from 2020-04-17T21:53:33
Donnovan steers the ship solo, kicking things off by breaking down the Chinese Basketball Association’s attempts to get back on the court. He details its timeline of events, and what lessons the NB...
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Introducing Sports On Pause from 2020-04-12T10:00:48
Listen to Sports On Pause at https://sprtsnt.ca/3e7nTAZ or search and subscribe in your podcatcher. COVID-19 is impacting the world unlike anything we’ve seen in 100 years, and sports has not escap...
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What Does Vince Carter’s Legacy Mean To You? from 2020-04-11T03:56:51
JD and Donnovan are joined by Bleacher Report’s Howard Beck to discuss Vince Carter’s legacy in Toronto and the NBA as a whole, and how Beck’s life has been impacted on both the personal and profes...
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Do We Need To Rethink The Way We Consume Sports? from 2020-04-04T02:46:47
Good news loyal Associates… after three weeks, JD and Donnovan are reunited. They explore how the traditional sports-entertainment landscape may experience a permanent shift, debate Donnovan’s Top-...
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The Hoops Movies You Should Watch from 2020-03-27T15:35:31
Donnovan is joined by Faizal Khamisa and Danielle Michaud. They discuss the world’s current reality, what they’ve been doing while physically distancing and their favourite basketball movies. This ...
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We’re Living Through A History Lesson from 2020-03-21T09:00:21
Michael Grange joins Donnovan Bennett to discuss possibilities for the NBA’s return, what a world without sports means for society and what this pause means for the Raptors. Plus, Ryan Ruocco of t...
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Man Down: Norman Powell Injured…Again from 2020-03-11T10:00:47
JD and Donnovan assess the impact of losing Norman Powell to injury for the third time this season. The boys then discuss Nick Nurse’s affection for Patrick McCaw, wondering if he is the right guy ...
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Who Has The Higher Ceiling: Siakam Or Anunoby? from 2020-03-04T09:00:42
JD and Donnovan discuss the Raptors’ fortunes since the All-Star break, breaking down Pascal Siakam’s recent struggles and OG Anunoby regaining his early season form as the team’s X-Factor. They th...
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Do We Have An Honest To Goodness Rivalry? from 2020-02-27T01:45:34
JD and Donnovan deconstruct Tuesday’s loss to Milwaukee and the brewing rivalry between the Eastern Conference contenders. They also break down Toronto’s key contributors this season and what their...
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An Elam Ending, A New Beginning from 2020-02-19T09:00:25
JD and guest co-host Vivek Jacob discus the reformatted “Elam Ending” to the NBA All-Star Game. Did it breathe new life into the contest? And what else did they like (or not) about the weekend? The...
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It All Traces Back To Lowry from 2020-02-12T08:00:03
JD and Donnovan kick things off discussing the Raptors’ organizational makeup and culture, the long road going from a have-not to a have and how Kyle Lowry has been the team’s “perfect leader.” The...
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“Losing Masai would be losing a piece of yourself” from 2020-02-05T08:10:59
JD and Donnovan discuss the news out of New York and the Knicks’ apparent pursuit of Masai Ujiri, why the current iteration of the team is the best it can be and what to expect ahead of Thursday’s ...
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“Kobe Bryant Made People Feel Things” from 2020-01-28T08:00:47
A day after the basketball world was shaken to its core, JD and Donnovan discuss what Kobe meant to them, the chapters of his career, the generation he inspired, his impact off the court and more. ...
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Is Norm Powell The NBA’s Sixth Man Of The Year? from 2020-01-22T10:00:58
Is this the norm for Norm? Donnovan and JD dial down on the new level Powell has reached and highlight other top Raptors storylines from the first half of the season. They also run down their All-S...
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Will Fred VanVleet Re-sign With The Raps? from 2020-01-18T10:00:45
Vivek Jacob of Raptors Republic subs in for Donnovan this episode. He and JD discuss how Fred VanVleet should be used when he returns and whether he’ll be back in Toronto next season, Shai Gilgeous...
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Happy New Year, Raptors. Now, Here’s What You Should Do. from 2020-01-08T13:07:42
Donnovan and JD discuss what the absence of Pascal Siakam means most to the Raptors, the off-season market at the centre position and why Toronto should re-sign Serge Ibaka. Plus, some 2020 Raptors...
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Dec. 24: Hoops For The Holidays from 2019-12-24T10:00:45
Donnovan and JD are joined by Raptors 2019 second-rounder Dewan Hernandez to talk about his relationship with Kyle Lowry, patterning his game after Pascal Siakam, adjusting to winter weather and pi...
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Dec. 18: Who Makes Your Raptors All-Decade Team? from 2019-12-18T10:00:48
Donnovan and JD share their most memorable moment from the past 10 years in basketball, debate their Raptors all-decade team and discuss what is most important in maintaining a positive perception ...
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Dec. 12: One Ring To Rule Them All from 2019-12-12T23:46:37
Donnovan and JD discuss Kawhi’s return to Toronto, his ring ceremony and a couple of other side presentations for Lou Williams and Mfiondu Kabengele (but not Patrick Patterson). This episode is pro...
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Dec. 10: The Return Of Kawhi Is Nigh from 2019-12-11T00:59:40
Kawhi Leonard returns to Toronto Wednesday with the Clippers. Donnovan and JD debate the reception he’ll receive, whether he made the right basketball decision and their favourite Kawhi moments wit...
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Dec. 4: The Spiciest Of Pods from 2019-12-04T15:08:54
Where would Pascal Siakam be picked in a 2016 NBA Draft do-over? Is he the best bet a team has made since Giannis Antetokounmpo? And where does he rank overall in the NBA? Donnovan and JD talk Spic...
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Nov. 27: What If “The Shot” Never Happened? from 2019-11-27T13:49:14
JD and Donnovan discuss the Raptor-76ers game, how it was bigger for Toronto than the Lakers win and Pascal Siakam’s growth this season. Then they hypothesize on what would have happened if “The Sh...
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Nov. 20: Should The Raptors Just Go Young? from 2019-11-20T13:40:40
JD and Donnovan discuss whether the veterans are taking up too many minutes and usage, if Fred VanVleet should continue to start when Kyle Lowry returns (giving Kyle more rest) and the growth of OG...
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Nov. 13: Lessons From L.A. from 2019-11-13T16:05:44
The Raptors went .500 on their road trip through Los Angeles with a defeat of the LeBron and the Lakers, and a loss to Kawhi and the Clippers. JD and Donnovan highlight some positives — aggressive ...
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Nov. 6: How Toronto Could Tempt Giannis from 2019-11-06T09:00:19
Donnovan and JD discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo’s 2021 free agency, why the Raptors will be as good a fit as any team and how they could woo him to Toronto. The guys also rank the NBA’s best duos and...
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Oct. 30: Early Impressions from 2019-10-30T09:00:01
Donnovan and JD discuss the Raptors through the first week of the season, whether OG Anunoby is the team’s best defender and if there’s a true bench unit. Plus, the guys debate the 25 greatest Rap...
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Oct. 25: A Spicy Season Begins from 2019-10-25T13:43:53
After a summer of change for the Raptors, Donnovan and JD kick-off the campaign by recapping opening night, discussing the fanbase’s expectations for the team, Pascal Siakam as the new No. 1 and wh...
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July 6: Bye Bye, Kawhi. Now What, Raptors? from 2019-07-06T18:15
During the wee hours of Saturday morning, news broke that the Los Angeles Clippers had signed Kawhi Leonard and traded for Paul George. Donnovan Bennett and JD Bunkis are shocked! They discuss the ...
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July 3: Kawhi Or Not, What Has Free Agency Meant For The Raptors? from 2019-07-03T20:08
Donnovan and JD discuss a wild weekend in NBA free agency and its impact on the Raptors. And while the league awaits Kawhi’s decision, the guys debate his options. They also answer a number of ques...
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June 14: Your NBA Champions, The Toronto Raptors from 2019-06-14T18:08
The Toronto Raptors are your 2019 NBA Champions. JD Bunkis and guest co-host Faizal Khamisa reflect on a night they will never forget and discuss the scenes in Toronto following the Raptors Game 6 ...
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June 8: We’ve got to talk about Kawhi from 2019-06-08T20:06:26
The Raptors are one win away from their first NBA championship, and Kawhi Leonard is playing like vintage Michael Jordan. Donnovan and JD jump into the studio for a quick reaction episode off Game ...
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June 6: Raptors Let It Rip In Game 3 from 2019-06-06T19:45
The Raptors beat the Warriors and go up 2-1 in the NBA Finals. Donnovan and JD break down how Toronto took advantage of Golden State’s injuries, Kyle Lowry’s aggressiveness, Serge Ibaka’s defensive...
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June 3: The one that got away from 2019-06-03T19:25
Donnovan and JD dissect Game 2 of the Finals. What the Raptors didn’t do to stop Golden State’s third quarter run, Boogie Cousins’ impact on the game, injuries that continue to hamper the Warriors ...
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May 28: We The North Meets Dub Nation from 2019-05-28T23:40
Donnovan Bennett and JD Bunkis preview the key match-ups going into the NBA Finals, Golden State’s weaknesses, how Nick Nurse will play Marc Gasol and if Danny Green will find his stroke again. Als...
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May 26: NBA Finals, meet the North from 2019-05-26T18:17:55
History has been made in Toronto. The Raptors take Game 6 over the Bucks to win the Eastern Conference crown and advance to the NBA Finals for the first time in franchise history. Donnovan Bennett ...
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May 24: One win away from history from 2019-05-24T20:13
The Raptors take Game 5 to lead the Milwaukee Bucks in the Eastern Conference Finals, leaving them one win away from their first NBA Finals appearance. Donnovan Bennett and JD Bunkis dig down on wh...
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May 22: Raptors battle back. Now what? from 2019-05-22T20:07:08
The Raptors tie up the Eastern Conference Finals against the Bucks thanks to a little help from their bench, but where do they go from here? Also, Joseph Casciaro joins the show to discuss Kyle Low...
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May 16: Who will step up with Lowry and Leonard? from 2019-05-16T19:26
From the bench to coaching and everything in between, Donnovan Bennett and JD Bunkis dive into the Raptors’ Eastern Conference Finals Game 1 loss to the Bucks to pinpoint where it all went wrong fo...
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May 15: Eastern Conference showdown from 2019-05-15T15:10:33
Donnovan Bennett is joined by Howard Beck (Sr. NBA writer at Bleacher Report) to discuss his latest piece on Kawhi Leonard and preview the Bucks-Raptors series. Also, Simu Liu (actor/writer/produce...
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May 13: Game. Series. Kawhi. from 2019-05-13T22:50
Arden Zwelling and Danielle Michaud were on site at the Scotiabank Arena to witness Kawhi Leonard’s buzzer beater, albeit in different capacities. They joined JD Bunkis and Donnovan Bennett to disc...
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May 10: Gearing up for game 7 against the 76ers from 2019-05-11T00:55
Donnovan Bennett, Jesse Rubinoff and Tyler Ennis break down what went wrong for Toronto in game 6 against the 76ers, how an awakened Ben Simmons made a difference and what it could mean for the Rap...
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May 8: Raptors clicking on all cylinders (again) from 2019-05-08T19:55
Donnovan Bennett, Steven Loung and JD Bunkis break down the Raptors game 5 victory against the 76ers, discuss Marc Gasol’s confidence and Joel Embiid’s impact on the series. Then, Donnovan and JD a...
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May 6: Kawhi Leonard is on another level from 2019-05-07T00:05
Tyler Ennis played two seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers from 2016-2018. He joins Donnovan Bennett along with Arden Zwelling and Jesse Rubinoff to discuss the unprecedented level Kawhi Leonard is...
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May 3: Who will help Kawhi defeat the 76ers? from 2019-05-03T23:10
Donnovan Bennett, Joseph Casciaro and JD Bunkis break down what went wrong for the Raptors against the 76ers in game 3, possible solutions to their offensive struggles and Nick Nurse’s rotation. Th...
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April 26: Who has the better starting five, Raptors or 76ers? from 2019-04-26T10:41:17
Donnovan Bennett, Jesse Rubinoff and Arden Zwelling break down what went right for the Raptors against the Magic in Round 1 and preview what’s to come against the 76ers. This episode is produced by...
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April 23: The true value of Kawhi Leonard from 2019-04-23T10:46:59
Donnovan Bennett and Tyler Ennis discuss the value of Kawhi Leonard, the bench contribution and minimizing the rotation. They also debate if Russell Westbrook should change his approach with the me...
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April 15: Is Kyle Lowry helping or hurting the Raptors? from 2019-04-15T23:40
Arden Zwelling and Joseph Casciaro have covered the Toronto Raptors extensively during their six straight playoff runs. After being in the Scotiabank Arena for the Raptors game one loss to the Orla...
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April 12: What to expect from this Raptors playoff run from 2019-04-12T15:00
Tyler Ennis played two seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers from 2016-2018. He joins Donnovan to discuss the turmoil around the Lakers after Magic Johnson’s resignation and if the Toronto Raptors ar...
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April 2: The Making Of A One-And-Done Player from 2019-04-02T18:15
Tyler Ennis played a single season for Syracuse and then entered the NBA draft, where he was picked 18th overall in 2014. He joins Donnovan to discuss the decision-making process that makes one-and...
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March 26: Are the Raptors better when they play small ball? from 2019-03-26T16:30
Donnovan Bennett and Tyler Ennis discuss the Toronto Raptors playing small ball, the opening rounds of the NCAA tournament and the debate around paying collegiate athletes. Then, the Globe and Mail...
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March 19: Tournament talk–Both NCAA and FIBA World Cup from 2019-03-19T16:25
Donnovan Bennett is joined by Tyler Ennis to discuss the Toronto Raptors rotation, the NCAA tournament selection process and Canada’s tough FIBA World Cup draw. Two-time Olympian and Raptors 905 as...
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March 12: Altercations On And Off The Court from 2019-03-12T23:30
Donnovan Bennett is joined by Seerat Sohi to discuss what success looks like for the Toronto Raptors, how the Los Angeles Lakers keep failing in free agency and what the altercations with Serge Iba...
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March 5: Centre Of Attention from 2019-03-05T14:34
Donnovan and Tyler dial down on how Raptors coach Nick Nurse is experimenting with Marc Gasol’s usage and its impact on Serge Ibaka. They also look around the NBA and discuss the relationship betwe...
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Feb. 26: If The Shoe Fits… from 2019-02-26T18:03:16
Donnovan and Tyler discuss the highs and lows of NBA All-Star weekend in Charlotte and how it compared to Toronto 2016- including Tyler’s memories of the Players Association meetings he attended- a...
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Feb. 12: Linsanity + Vinsanity = Reality? from 2019-02-12T17:51:03
First it was Marc Gasol, now it’s Jeremy Lin. Donnovan is joined by podcast Bench Mob members Danielle Michaud and Jesse Rubinoff to break down what Linsanity will mean for the Raptors and how Gaso...
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Feb. 7: On Your Marc, Get Set, Go! from 2019-02-08T01:50
Donnovan and Tyler run down a busy trade-deadline for the Toronto Raptors and discuss what the addition of Marc Gasol will mean for the team and putting them over the top in the Eastern Conference....
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Jan. 29: How To Control Raptors Killers from 2019-01-29T17:28:42
Donnovan and Tyler discuss whether James Harden is the best offensive player ever and how the Raptors can control him and others who have roasted them, like Kyrie Irving, Steph Curry and, now, Luka...
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Jan. 23: The Importance Of Resting Kawhi from 2019-01-23T21:45
Tyler Ennis knows the value of rest and he’s back with Donnovan to discuss why it’s so important for Kawhi Leonard — it’s not just physical. Also, who can the Raptors trade to bolster the roster? W...
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Jan. 18: Is This Raptors Team Really A Title Contender? from 2019-01-18T18:57:09
Tim Micallef joins Donnovan Bennett to discuss Kyrie Irving’s comments following Boston’s win against the Raptors, the meaning of a true leader in today’s NBA and the thirst for attention. They als...
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Jan. 11: The Raptors Midterm Report Card from 2019-01-11T11:30:43
As we pass the midway point of the NBA season, Donnovan Bennett and Faizal Khamisa grade the Raptors starters, bench and head coach Nick Nurse. They also discuss the differences in Kawhi’s Raptors ...
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Dec. 11: The Difference Between NBA and European Hoops from 2018-12-12T00:30
Two important pieces to Canada’s national men’s team, Assistant GM Rowan Barrett and point guard Tyler Ennis join Donnovan. Barrett discusses the challenges Canada had to overcome in putting togeth...
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Nov. 13: Power Shifts to the East from 2018-11-13T11:40:31
Donnovan Bennett and JD Bunkis discuss what the Philadelphia 76ers trade for Jimmy Butler means for the Toronto Raptors and the future landscape of the Eastern Conference. This episode was produced...
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Nov. 6: No Kawhi, No Problem from 2018-11-06T11:00
Donnovan Bennett and JD Bunkis discuss how the Raptors can’t seem to stop winning, with or without Kawhi Leonard, and how the team has been overly cautious with their superstar’s health. They discu...
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Oct. 30: Kyle or Kawhi: Who is the Raptors’(Early) MVP? from 2018-10-30T10:29:23
Donnovan Bennett and JD Bunkis debate who has been the Raptors’ early season MVP and where Kyle Lowry ranks among point guards in the Eastern Conference. They also discuss the contributions of both...
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Oct. 23: Raptors lead Eastern Conference in battle for supremacy from 2018-10-23T18:00
The Raptors are off to a blistering start, so Donnovan Bennett and JD Bunkis discuss how the additions of Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green have transformed the rotation, and how they have allowed Serg...
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Oct. 16: New Season. Different Team. Our Predictions. from 2018-10-16T10:29:53
Donnovan Bennett and JD Bunkis give you their (very specific) Toronto Raptors over/unders and actually agree on who they think will be the team’s third best player this season. Plus, the guys debat...
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Oct. 10: Can Kawhi Lead The Raptors? from 2018-10-10T10:38:07
Donnovan Bennett and JD Bunkis wonder if Kawhi Leonard is ready to take ownership of a team and what role Kyle Lowry might play if this is the case. The guys also discuss a different coaching style...
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Oct. 2: Pre-season Raptors Mailbag from 2018-10-02T10:28:24
Donnovan and JD try to assess the Raptors’ first pre-season game and answer listener questions around landing Jimmy Butler, who will start, the Celtics and how things will change under Nick Nurse. ...
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Sept. 25: Kawhi (Fun Guy) Leonard Introduced from 2018-09-25T12:00:08
Donnovan Bennett and JD Bunkis question the importance of Media Day (4:50) and discuss Kawhi Leonard’s message to the fans including his future plans in Toronto (9:20). They also break down the Jim...
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Aug. 9: Raptors Bolster The Bench Mob from 2018-08-09T17:00
Donnovan Bennett and JD Bunkis get together on another offseason episode, and kick things off by reviewing Kawhi Leonard’s first public statement since the trade (9:37), and also tackle the additio...
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July 18: Raptors reel in Kawhi Leonard, deal DeMar DeRozan from 2018-07-18T18:50
The Raptors make a big offseason move, which convenes Donnovan Bennett and JD Bunkis for some immediate reactions. First, Donnovan is shocked at the reactions on social media (2:43), and the pair d...
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July 3: Free Agency Fallout from 2018-07-03T19:30
Donnovan Bennett and JD Bunkis catch up on a busy start to free agency, including the Warriors once again upsetting the balance of the NBA by signing DeMarcus Cousins (5:38) and how that upstaged b...
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June 19: Raptors Trade Proposals Heading Into 2018 NBA Draft from 2018-06-19T20:00
Just days before the 2018 NBA Draft, Donnovan Bennett and JD Bunkis discuss the Raptors potentially being in on Kentucky’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2:43), and JD proposes a few theoretical Toronto ...
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June 5: Raptors Head Coaching Search from 2018-06-06T01:50
Donnovan Bennett and JD Bunkis get you caught up with the Raptors’ head coaching search (4:40), and comment on Jerry Stackhouse’s position within the franchise if he’s not to be the new coach (21:0...
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