Hashtag Raptors

EP033 - The Fred VanVleet Episode Jordan @416Basketball talks to himself about Fred VanVleet. You better believe Fred VanVleet deserves his own episode.

EP032 - Serge Ibaka & Norman Powell @416Basketball & @CraigOliver1997 discuss Serge Ibaka & Norman Powell. They are both "overpaid" players on the Toronto Raptors. There might be some Nick Nurse and coaching talk to start it up.

EP031 - DeMar DeRozan & CJ Miles @416Basketball & @CraigOliver1997 ask what DeMar DeRozan & CJ Miles have in common. They are both players on the Toronto Raptors.

EP030 - Guess What America? Jordan @416Basketball & Craig @CraigOliver1997 discuss the Raptors. What is the solution at coach? Fred VanVleet & Bebe are free agents. Should the Raptors keep one or both? Who are the Raptors trade assets?

EP029 - Raptors Postmortem Nick Agar-Johnson @NBAJohnson joins Jordan Kligman @416Basketball to discuss some Raptors related topics. One of those topics is the firing of Dwane Casey, but that's not all! You want OG Anunoby praise? We got it! You want some optimism for Norman Powell? We got you there too. You want to hear why Jonas Valanciunas is good and didn't play enough minutes this season? We got it! You want to hear how Patrick Patterson is an overrated scrub? That currently isn't in stock, but check back on a later episode.

EP028 - Playoffs Ain't Easy Jordan @416Basketball & Craig @CraigOliver1997 discuss how the Raptors suffered a painful game two loss to the Cavs.

EP027 - Cavs Narrowly Steal G1 Jordan @416Basketball & Craig @CraigOliver1997 discuss how the Raptors endured a heartbreaking OT loss to the Cavs in game 1.

EP026 - Raptors Defeat Wizards Joseph Sinke @Joe_Truck joins Jordan Kligman @416Basketball to discuss the Toronto Raptors. We get confirmation from another American that no one really respects the Raptors. Fred VanVleet is back! Is the Trash Brothers narrative dead? If you could ask Serge to provide just two things going forward what would they be? What is more important JV being able to hit that open 3 or interior defence? Is there any tell whether CJ is going to get hot game to game or is it just by chance? In what circumstances if any should Poeltl be taking minutes away from Valanciunas? If Siakam isn’t cutting it in the next series who do they throw out there as the backup PF? Should Norman Powell get minutes in the next series? Where are the Raptors are weak? And what things do they need to fix to advance out of the East?

EP025 - 3-2 Jordan @416Basketball & Craig @CraigOliver1997 discuss how the Raptors took care of the Wizards in Game 5 and how things look going forward.

EP024 - 2-2 Jordan @416Basketball & Craig @CraigOliver1997 discuss how the Raptors pooped the bed in game 4.

EP023 - 2-1 Craig @CraigOliver1997 & Jordan @416Basketball discuss how the Wizards used their spells to erase the Raptors in Game Three.

EP022 - 2-0 Craig @CraigOliver1997 & Jordan @416Basketball discuss how the Raptors dismantled the Wizards in Game Two.

EP021 - 1-0 Jordan @416Basketball & Craig @CraigOliver1997 discuss how the Raptors beat the Wizards in game one. Truth or Slander Wizards Edition is played. Also, a peek inside the other NBA playoff series. What adjustments will the Wizards make moving forward? Do the Raptors need to make any changes themselves or did they play a flawless game?

EP20 - Raptors Wizards Preview Jordan @416Basketball is joined by Adam @SouthOfThe6ix to preview the Raptors vs. Wizards playoff series. What is the game plan for the Raptors to limit Bradley Beal? Do the Raptors have to worry about Markieff Morris? If the bench doesn’t show up are the Raptors in serious trouble? Will the Wizards allow Kyle Lowry let it fly from deep? Does John Wall elevate the Wizards? What do the Raptors have to do offensively & defensively to win this series? What should the rotation look like? Will something have gone wrong if Norman Powell or Bebe are getting minutes? Who is winning this series in how many games? Markieff Morris vs. Serge Ibaka? BONUS CRAZINESS AT THE END!

EP019 - The Historic Homestretch In the final regular season podcast of the Raptors season, Craig @CraigOliver1997 and Jordan @416Basketball share their thoughts on who should receive Coach of the Year, along with how the Eastern Conference is shaping up. They break down last weeks' heavy slate of games and prepare for the playoffs this Sunday as they reflect on this historic Raptors season.

EP018 - The Trash Brothers Jordan @416Basketball talks to himself, but don’t worry it’s 95% Raptors related.

EP017 - Scapegoating Jordan @416Basketball & Craig @CraigOliver1997 downplay the Raptors recent struggles. Should the process be trusted or distrusted come playoff time? Is it time to throw Dwane Casey under the bus? The Cavs are winning, but how much does it actually have to do with the deadline deals they made? Why is DeMarre Carroll suddenly shooting well? Plus, we play a new game called brick or bucket. If you enjoy this podcast make sure you subscribe to "Hashtag Raptors" on something called iTunes.

EP016 - 3 Ejections, 1 Game Jordan @416Basketball & Craig CraigOliver1997 may or may not but definitely discuss the following topics: LeBron's free agency, DeRozan vs. Oladipo, Durant's injury humanizing the Warriors, D'Angelo Russell & DeMarre Carroll, Myles Turner & Al Jefferson, Lowry resting, Rick Carlisle and Mavs refusing to submit, The March Madness of referees losing control of the OKC game, Fred VanVleet more than just an analytics player, and some upcoming games. We also learn Jordan cannot say the word unfathomable. If you enjoy this podcast make sure you subscribe to "Hashtag Raptors" on something called iTunes.

EP015 - Regression To The Mean Jordan @416Basketball & Craig @CraigOliver1997 discuss how all the Raptors do is win. Some questions may or may not be answered. How do the Raptors defend against dominant stars? Will the Raptors be mentally tough in the playoffs or crumble under pressure? Who is the favourite to come out of the East? DeMarre Carroll's debut against the Raptors is coming. If you enjoy this podcast make sure you subscribe to "Hashtag Raptors" on something called iTunes.

EP014 - Will The Real Episode 14 Please Stand Up Jordan @416Basketball & Craig @CraigOliver1997 discuss how Norman Powell's struggles aren't due to lack of effort. OG Anunoby may be more important to this team than we know. Buyouts are overrated. Malcolm Miller getting a start in an NBA game gives him credibility. Potential playoff matchups in the East are processed. The stats don't do Pascal Siakam justice. If you enjoyed the pod be sure to subscribe to "Hashtag Raptors" on something called iTunes.

EP013 - All-Dud Weekend & The Toronto Rapstars Jordan @416Basketball & Craig @CraigOliver1997 discuss the disappoints of All-Star weekend. It's revealed that T-Ross's dunk contest win doesn't count because it came against no-names. Why do we have halftime shows? A dinosaur hate crime is reported. The NBA hates the Raptors. Is Chris Bosh news? Who is the fantasy handcuff for Lowry? Delon or Fred? If you enjoy the pod make sure you subscribe to "Hashtag Raptors" on something called iTunes.

EP012 - Bru-No Mores Jordan @416Basketball & Craig @CraigOliver1997 give a proper farewell to Bruno Caboclo. Noses are thumbed at other deadline trades. Hoopshype is convicted of a dinosaur hate crime. Truth or Slander? Masai is the best thing to ever happen to the Raptors? The Lil Jon Award is introduced. If you enjoy the pod make sure you subscribe to "Hashtag Raptors" on something called iTunes.

EP011 - Daddy Fred Is Delivering Jordan @416Basketball & Craig @CraigOliver1997 discuss: Why Kyle Lowry might be at a disadvantage in the 3pt contest? How much money will Fred VanVleet get this summer? Is there a realistic trade that would move the needle for the Raptors? And so much more!

EP010 - Rising Raptors, Hidden Trade Asset Jordan @416Basketball & Craig @CraigOliver1997 discuss Dwane Casey getting mad respect. How many Raptors were snubbed for the Rising Stars Challenge? Who is the most improved Raptor? Would another 3PT shooter help the Raptors? All these questions are answered and a secret Raptors trade asset is revealed.

EP09 - Thicc Boi All-Star Jordan @416Basketball talks about how the NBA finally got the all-star starters all correct, but disagrees with some of the reserves. There is also a little bit of trade talk.

EP08 - Shade Jordan & Craig discuss their dislike of the all-star format while showing love for rookies & sophomores. Truth or Pander asks whether DeRozan = Kobe is a fair comparison, but the only question that matters is do the Raptors have the most depth in the NBA?

EP07 - 52 Craig @CraigOliver1997 returns to the pod. Jordan @416Basketball might have jinxed Kyle Lowry. Someone calls LeBron James trash. Raptors game recaps and previews are back. Respect is paid to Dwane Casey. Oh and some guy named DeMar DeRozan did something, but you will have to listen for that info.

EP06 - The American Jordan Kligman @416Basketball is joined by Adam Corsair @SouthOfThe6ix. Find out why American Adam not only watches the Raptors, but is a loyal fan. Important NBA jersey talk is discussed. Plus you will want to find out who is featured in The Bricklayer Update.

EP05 - The Rant Jordan delivers the Christmas spirit. The DeMarre Carroll debacle is discussed. Jordan also shamelessly plugs the Raptors trade value column he wrote at https://hashtagbasketball.com/toronto-raptors/content/toronto-raptors-trade-value-column

EP04 - The Fake Award Show Jordan & Craig deliver some non-sense awards to the Raptors including smartest player and the ever so prestigious "who dis" award. Also, be warned there is some mild to moderate roasting of Bruno Caboclo. And of course we have the great debate of Fred VanVleet vs. Delon Wright.

EP03 - Casey, Carter's Legacy and Jakob Poeltl Jordan and Craig recap the games since their last episode, discuss whether the Raptors are being shady on injuries, and play a few rounds of "What would it take?" and "Truth or Slander".

EP02 - Truth or Slander Jordan and Craig discuss what's the most important thing for the Raptors moving forward, including a recap of games played since their last podcast, as well as going through Raptors slander on Twitter.

EP01 - Introducing Hashtag Raptors Introducing Hashtag Raptors, a new Toronto Raptors podcast hosted by Jordan Kligman and Craig Oliver.