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Will and Alex kick off the week with some NBA news. The NBA draft lottery happened, Brandon Ingram got surgery for his right heel pain and they propose some Jakob Poeltl trades.#nba #nbadraft #raptors #torontoraptorsThis episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino.Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-basketball-tnnReach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailWe grade every NBA team that loses in the first round as good, okay, or bad and explain what the series actually proves about each roster. We also lay out the clearest offseason fixes, from finding shooting and size to deciding when a core has to change. • Magic takeaways: Paolo Banchero confirmed as a No. 1 option, need a sniper, patience with a young core after injuries • Celtics takeaways: Jalen Brown as a real primary option, Derrick White's value, run-it-back logic with better role-player targets • Raptors takeaways: Scottie Barnes trending toward a No. 1, RJ Barrett growth, Brandon Ingram fit questions, need more shooting and steadier playmaking • Hawks takeaways: Jalen Johnson as a second option today, roster needs another big and more spacing, coaching and rotation decisions under the microscope • Suns takeaways: outmatched series, need a big man, Devin Booker role debate, retool vs rebuild tension and trade chatter • Trail Blazers takeaways: Deni Avdija's rise, Scoot Henderson improvement, need a shooter to space the floor, lineup questions with veterans • Nuggets takeaways: why the loss is unacceptable when healthy, Jokic efficiency concerns, Jamal Murray trade talk, spacing and depth needs • Rockets takeaways: inconsistency, missing a true No. 1 option and floor leadership, Kevin Durant chemistry questions, development priorities for Amen Thompson and Alperen Sengun please make sure to like, subscribe, comment, tell anyone who's anyone about the show Support the showhttps://linktr.ee/GetABucketShow for more content!!!
Bobby Marks, ESPN NBA front office insider, breaks down the Raptors off-season prerogatives, including Jakob Poeltl's contract and what it would take for the Raptors to get off it, what move the Raptors should prioritize this summer, and what Brandon Ingram's value is in the market. The show ends with 'What We Missed!' The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Today's word of the day is ‘onward' as in the NBA playoffs as in the Pistons as in the Cavaliers as in 76ers. We had a couple of Game 7s and they all delivered. Two different teams came back from 3-1 deficits! Only 15 teams have ever done that and two happened on back to back nights! We start with what happened with the Nuggets though. A Jokic-led team blew it against a Timberwolves team without its three leading scorers! (8:00) The Boston Celtics blew a 3-1 lead at home! Joel Embiid was too big, too strong, too good. Jaylen Brown decided to have a livestream on Sunday and he went off on the referees. He went off on flopping. It was quite something. (23:20) The Orlando Magic fell apart. Another 3-1 lead. Another collapse. Never seen anything like Game 6. Credit to the Pistons for battling back. (31:30) One more thing about stadium planning! (35:00) The Cavaliers won their Game 7. Played against a Raptors team without Brandon Ingram and were too much. (39:00) Review: Crime 101. (41:30) NPPOD. (45:30) Miami is out of the Super Bowl rotation. A city that has hosted 11 Super Bowls. No more. Why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today's word of the day is ‘onward' as in the NBA playoffs as in the Pistons as in the Cavaliers as in 76ers. We had a couple of Game 7s and they all delivered. Two different teams came back from 3-1 deficits! Only 15 teams have ever done that and two happened on back to back nights! We start with what happened with the Nuggets though. A Jokic-led team blew it against a Timberwolves team without its three leading scorers! (8:00) The Boston Celtics blew a 3-1 lead at home! Joel Embiid was too big, too strong, too good. Jaylen Brown decided to have a livestream on Sunday and he went off on the referees. He went off on flopping. It was quite something. (23:20) The Orlando Magic fell apart. Another 3-1 lead. Another collapse. Never seen anything like Game 6. Credit to the Pistons for battling back. (31:30) One more thing about stadium planning! (35:00) The Cavaliers won their Game 7. Played against a Raptors team without Brandon Ingram and were too much. (39:00) Review: Crime 101. (41:30) NPPOD. (45:30) Miami is out of the Super Bowl rotation. A city that has hosted 11 Super Bowls. No more. Why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the week by recapping the Raptors' Game 7 loss in Cleveland. The boys discuss Darko Rajaković's pride in the team, key takeaways from the series, and whether individual performances stand out more than the team's overall showing. They break down Toronto's offensive struggles in the third quarter, evaluate Scottie Barnes' impact and long-term outlook, and reflect on the value of postseason experience for the Raptors' young core. The conversation also covers RJ Barrett's strong series, Brandon Ingram's fit and future with the team, and overall optimism moving forward. After the break, they shift to the Blue Jays' series split in Minnesota, highlighting Kazuma Okamoto's power surge, George Springer's health concerns, and a recent situation involving Tyler Heineman and John Schneider. They also discuss the impact of Alejandro Kirk's absence behind the plate and José Berríos' rehab setback. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up Monday morning with former Cavaliers coach and Team Canada consultant David Blatt. They discuss the Raptors' competitiveness, injury impacts, and confidence going forward. Blatt shares his thoughts on Darko Rajaković's impressive job this season and his former player LeBron James's longevity in the game. Next, the duo dives into the Leafs' front office announcement, expectations for the press conference, and what they want to hear from John Chayka. They then welcome Sportsnet Raptors reporter Michael Grange (25:22) to evaluate the Raptors' season, focusing on positives and lessons learned. They discuss Scottie Barnes's potential, Brandon Ingram's future, and continuity vs. change for the team. Key questions include the future for Collin Murray-Boyles and Jakob Poeltl, and the ceiling for CMB. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Friday. Munaf Manji and Uncle Diamond Dave Essler are back on the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed for the May 1 edition of Cash That Ticket, and the slate is as loaded as any Friday of the playoffs. The show opens with a full Thursday night recap after Minnesota eliminated Denver in six games, with Jaden McDaniels going for a career-high 32 points and 10 rebounds while Terrence Shannon Jr. added 24 in a starting role forced by a three-guard injury pile that left the Timberwolves shorthanded going into the clincher. Jamal Murray shot 4-of-17, finished with 12 points and four assists, and the Nuggets are done. Minnesota advances to face San Antonio on Monday. The Knicks destroyed Atlanta 140-89 on a night where the Hawks never threatened, and Philadelphia beat Boston to force a Saturday Game 7 in the Eastern Conference. Then the guys get into tonight's three elimination games and that is where the real work begins. In Orlando, the Magic are catching four points at home against Detroit in a game where Franz Wagner is out and the Pistons are laying points for the first time in the series on the road in a must-win spot for the home team. Dave likes the Magic plus four and the under at 210. Munaf builds a detailed case for Desmond Bane over 2.5 three-pointers made at plus-117 on DraftKings, citing three consecutive games with three-plus threes, five-plus threes in both Orlando home games, 8.83 attempts per game from deep, and 35-plus minutes of run with Wagner sidelined. In Toronto, Cleveland has never won on the road in this series and the Raptors outplayed the Cavaliers in every stat but three-point shooting in Game 5, losing by five while outrebounding Cleveland by 13 and posting 32 assists to Cleveland's 20. Brandon Ingram moves to doubtful mid-show and the line shifts a full point across every book, but both Dave and Munaf had already made their call on Toronto at plus points before the downgrade was official. In Houston, the Rockets try to force a Game 7 without Kevin Durant, who is out again with a bone bruise in his ankle. LeBron James is 41 and playing six games in thirteen days on the road. Austin Reeves is back but has become a defensive liability. Reed Sheppard had his coming-out moments in Game 5. Amen Thompson is playing like a seasoned postseason veteran. Dave and Munaf both land on Houston to cover and the under at 205.5, noting that three of five games in this series have finished at 205 or below. The MLB card gets a full breakdown too, with Dave delivering his best bet of the year candidate in the Red Sox team total over 4.5 runs against Mike Burrows and the porous Astros bullpen at Fenway Park. Munaf adds the Royals at Mariners under with Cole Ragans and Bryan Woo on the mound as his cleaner baseball play. There is also discussion of the Dodgers at St. Louis under, the Twins team total against Patrick Corbin, the White Sox run line against San Diego, and whether Shane McClanahan at minus-150 is worth it against San Francisco. All this plus the Pregame.com promo code HIT20 for twenty dollars off a thirty-day MLB all-access package at one hundred and nineteen dollars, and a Monday preview that will bring the official April best bets recap, second-round series previews, and the full Timberwolves versus Spurs Game 1 breakdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TSN NBA Analyst Sam Mitchell joined OverDrive to discuss the Raptors and Cavaliers' matchup, Brandon Ingram's injury, how the Raptors season was constructed by their depth players, the Knicks' domination, the Madison Square Garden experience and more.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour with a preview of tonight's Game 6 between the Raptors and Cavaliers. The boys discuss the latest update on Brandon Ingram ahead of tip-off and RJ Barrett's value during this playoff run. The conversation shifts to the Knicks' dominant win over the Hawks and how it affects the Eastern Conference outlook, along with the potential of a healthy 76ers team led by Joel Embiid. Later, they're joined by Sam McKee (23:22) of Real Kyper & Bourne and Leafs Talk to discuss which Canadian NHL markets should be concerned about their captain leaving, including thoughts on Auston Matthews and Connor McDavid's future, before sharing his perspective on the Maple Leafs' front office search. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst joined OverDrive to discuss the NBA Playoffs, the Raptors' first round against the Cavaliers, Brandon Ingram's ineffective in the playoffs, the burden of his large-scale contract for the franchise, the impact of monumental deals, James Harden's legacy, the Raptors' winless playoff record in Cleveland relevance and more.
Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 2 on OverDrive! Colorado Avalanche forward Nazem Kadri joins to discuss the Avalanche's season, the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the roster and his trade to Colorado. They discuss O-Dog stealing snacks at Copetown Woods Golf Club, ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst on the Raptors and Cavaliers' series, Brandon Ingram's subpar performance and his contract problems and Bryan hands out his FanDuel Best Bets.
JD reacts to positive and negatives from the Raptors Game 5 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Justin Termine, host of NBA Today on SiriusXM, shares if he feels the Raptors fumbled the game or if the Cavaliers took it, how Brandon Ingram's poor play has affected the series, the legacy narrative surrounding Nikola Jokic, and which Eastern Conference team has the most pressure. JD ends the hour evaluating the Blue Jays series win over the Boston Red Sox. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning welcome MLB Network and Amazon hockey host Adnan Virk to discuss the Flyers' playoff progress and potential threats in the Eastern Conference. They touch on the Red Sox firing Alex Cora, the Phillies' struggles, and the impact of injuries on the Jays as they aim for the AL East. After the break, former Raptor Alvin Williams (23:46) joins to analyze Brandon Ingram's injury and its implications for the Raptors as they head into game 6. They wrap up with thoughts on Ingram's future impact. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Thursday by recapping the Raptors' Game 5 loss to the Cavaliers. The boys break down the team's overall performance, fourth-quarter struggles, Scottie Barnes' impressive play through injury, and key contributions from Dennis Schröder and others, while also noting Collin Murray-Boyles' impact. They then react to Brandon Ingram's second-quarter exit, considering the implications of his absence and what it could mean for the team moving forward. After the break, they shift to the Blue Jays' third-straight series win over the Red Sox. The boys take a closer look at Boston's struggles, Toronto's improving offence, George Springer's return, standout performances from Ernie Clement and Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and ongoing concerns behind the plate without Alejandro Kirk. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour with more on the Raptors' Game 5 loss to the Cavaliers. The focusing on Brandon Ingram's second-quarter injury, whether the Raptors can succeed without him and what his postseason play says about his long-term role. The conversation shifts to the NHL playoffs, including the Canadiens nearing the second round, comparisons to the Maple Leafs' rebuild, Sidney Crosby's playoff exit, Mitch Marner's lack of 5-on-5 production, and Brady Tkachuk's comments about his future in Ottawa. After the break, Vivek Jacob (29:15) joins to analyze Ingram's injury, the Raptors' offensive struggles late in Game 5, and the team's tempo. He weighs in on Scottie Barnes' health, RJ Barrett's strong play, potential lineup adjustments, contributions from Jakob Poeltl and Collin Murray-Boyles, and if James Harden will return to peak playoff form. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Wednesday by recapping Trey Yesavage's return to the mound last night. The boys highlight his efficiency in his first start of 2026 and the impact he could have on the staff after an injury-plagued stretch. They also discuss Ernie Clement's patience at the plate and growing role near the top of the lineup, along with the offence's overall performance despite limited scoring. The conversation shifts to the bullpen, focusing on Louis Varland in the ninth inning and Jeff Hoffman's effectiveness in high-leverage situations. After the break, they react to Jamal Shead's comments on recent game adjustments, what the team has learned, and the potential for a deep playoff run. They also touch on key contributors like Brandon Ingram and Collin Murray-Boyles, as well as shooting consistency and fan sentiment in Cleveland. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
The squad dives into the high-stakes news of Cole Thomas Allen's failed shooting attempt at the White House dinner and Trump's heated interview where he blasted a reporter for reading the shooter's manifesto. We're mediating a "crazy" Homie Helpline where Lalo hooked up with his ex and a mystery girl who turned out to be his gym bro's sister, leading to a debate on whether to "take it to the grave". NBA star Brandon Ingram learns a tough lesson after calling GloRilla "annoying" to the press, resulting in a public "lighting up" and a change in behavior. Megan Thee Stallion officially dumps Klay Thompson for "light-skinned brother activities" and refusing to be monogamous after nine months of dating. Finally, the crew gets heated over the LA Rams GM wearing a Colorado Avalanche jersey in the middle of an LA playoff series, sparking a "sellout" vs. "owner loyalty" debate. [Edited by @iamdyre
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off Monday morning by celebrating the Raptors' huge Game 4 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers! The boys break down how Toronto overcame their horrible shooting performance to even the series, Brandon Ingram's composure down the stretch, and Collin Murray-Boyles' impressive playoff form as a rookie. How high is his ceiling? The boys also touch on how Scottie Barnes is changing his perception around the league, if he can be the best player on a championship team, and expectations for Game 5 as the series returns to Cleveland. Later, Ben and Brent turn their attention towards the Blue Jays' series win over the Cleveland Guardians capped off by Sunday's 4-2 victory. They discuss the team's offensive rhythm starting to return, Kazuma Okamoto's big weekend at the plate, Louis Varland's form in the ninth inning, and how will they handle the rotation with Trey Yesavage set to return this week. Finally, the guys preview this week's series against the Blue Jays' American League East rivals, the Boston Red Sox. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Will Lou and Alex Wong reacts to the Toronto Raptors' 93-89 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 4 to even the series at 2-2. He breaks down Scottie Barnes' clutch performance, Collin Murray-Boyles and Jamal Shead's incredible hustle plays, and Brandon Ingram finally finding his scoring touch.Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Collin Murray-Boyles, Brandon IngramGerald Henderson award: Sam Merrill#raptors #torontoraptors #nbaplayoffsThis episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino.Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-basketball-tnnReach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Today on The Ave Podcast, I'm joined by the SSA Family Member as we breakdown Game 2 of the Raptors/Cavaliers series. We discuss Scottie Barnes & R.J. Barrett taking over the game; where in the world is Brandon Ingram; what was going on with Donovan Mitchell & James Harden; CMB! (We All We Got!*); plus a lot more. *This tagline was mentioned by Nino Brown & his drug crew/syndicate anytime they had success in the movie New Jack City, as part of the Cash Money Brothers. Not to be confused with Cash Money Billionaires, the record label/rap crew from New Orleans. I bet you weren't expecting to read this far, were you?
Brent Gunning and Sho Alli open the second hour by recapping the Raptors' Game 3 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. They also take some time to discuss the latest updates on the Maple Leafs' GM search from Elliotte Friedman, focusing on the narrowing field of candidates and how the team is handling the process. After the break, they are joined by Aaron Rose (25:50) of Sports Illustrated to break down Game 3, including RJ Barrett's standout performance in his hometown and his place alongside Scottie Barnes in the series. They also examine Jakob Poeltl's situation, the team's improvement with Collin Murray-Boyles, and Jamison Battle's emergence as a potential contributor moving forward, while addressing concerns about Brandon Ingram, The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Brent Gunning and Sho Alli wrap up the week by celebrating the Toronto Raptors' Game 3 win over Cleveland. They highlight the standout performances from RJ Barrett and Scottie Barnes and discuss what their play means for the team's ceiling, before examining the impact of Collin Murray-Boyles, Jakob Poeltl's role, and Jamison Battle's clutch shooting. What is Brandon Ingram's long-term outlook in Toronto? After the break, they shift to the Blue Jays' weekend series in Cleveland, sharing thoughts on the team's recent form, rotation decisions, and bullpen usage in high-leverage situations. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
JD and theScore's Joseph Casciaro, chat about the ripple effects from Victor Wembanyama's concussion, Brandon Ingram's time to step up, and what's been reaffirmed about the Raptors thus far in the playoffs. JD then discusses the shortlist of General Manager candidates for the Maple Leafs. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up Thursday with Alanna Rizzo from Foul Territory. They discuss the Blue Jays' series win over the Angels, concerns about their slow start, and bullpen management, including Hoffman's role as a closer. They touch on Ernie Clement, Okamoto's struggles, and the adjustment period for overseas players. The conversation shifts to the New York Mets' poor season start and Logan Gilbert's recent performance. After the break, they talk with Eric Smith (21:56) about the Raptors, focusing on the importance of Brandon Ingram, Immanuel Quickley's return, and Jakob Poeltl's situation. Finally, they discuss issues with Drake's Ice seats and preview game 3. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour by reacting to Brandon Ingram's comments ahead of Game 3. The pair discuss the level of performance he and the Raptors need to reach in order to get the series back on track, before reflecting on the pressure facing Ingram compared to past Toronto stars. The conversation then shifts to the Maple Leafs' GM search, including potential candidates and the reported status of Mike Gillis. The guys are joined by Nick Kypreos (25:22) of Real Kyper and Bourne who shares insights on the search, candidate interest, and possible front office structure, including the roles of Mats Sundin and Keith Pelley. Ben and Brent close by giving their own thoughts on the direction the Leafs may take. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Fear the 'Fro celebrates a 2nd straight victory as the Cavs take care of their homecourt, and head to Toronto to try to make short work of the Raptors. Brandon Ingram continues to struggle. The stars continue to thrive, and Evan Mobley has outplayed Scottie Barnes in both games to open this series.
Will Lou goes live to discuss the Toronto Raptors' 115-105 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 2. He breaks down the struggles of Brandon Ingram, the good adjustments by Darko Rajakovic, and then Alex Wong joins for Three stars: Collin Murray-Boyles, RJ Barrett, Scottie BarnesGerald Henderson award: Evan Mobley#raptors #torontoraptors #nba #nbaplayoffsThis episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino.Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-basketball-tnnTickets to our Game 3 Watch Party: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1986818812552?aff=oddtdtcreatorReach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
JD reacts to the Raptors going down 0-2 to the Cleveland Cavaliers and brings on Sportsnet's Michael Grange to dissect the Raptors' issues and Brandon Ingram's historically bad game. JD and Grange discuss Ingram's over-importance to the team, the roster's clunky on-court fit, if there are any adjustments Grange can foresee the Raptors making, and the likelihood of Immanuel Quickley returning for Game 3. JD then points out a lesson Maple Leafs fans could take from New York Knicks fans. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Today on The Ave Podcast, I'm joined by SSA Family Member & Founder of Red Rush Ontario AAU Program Randall Walter as we breakdown Game 2 of the Raptors/Cavaliers series. We break down the guard play discrepancies between both teams; where in the world is Brandon Ingram; discuss the elevation of playoff energy in the playoff; plus much more.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning conclude Tuesday by chatting with former Raptor Alvin Williams about Game 2. They discuss Brandon Ingram's standout performance, the importance of his teammates, Raptors' offensive adjustments, and the potential for a more winnable Game 3. They also touch on Jakob Poeltl's status, the transition offense, and Victor Wembanyama's game-changing impact. After the break, they're joined by Kevin Barker (21:48), who shares insights on the Blue Jays' opener, Vladdy's performance, and his concerns for the season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open Tuesday by recapping the Raptors' Game 2 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. The boys zero in on Brandon Ingram's struggles, the impact of turnovers, and what his performance means for the team's future. They also highlight positives, including the strong play and potential of Collin Murray-Boyles and Ja'Kobe Walter, while expressing concern about Jakob Poeltl's long-term outlook. After the break, they shift to the Blue Jays' win over the Angels with thoughts on Dylan Cease's dominant five-inning, 12-strikeout outing, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s home run, and signs of improving offense. They also touch on bullpen decisions, including Jeff Hoffman closing, workload concerns, and overall confidence in the team moving forward. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
TSN Raptors Reporter Josh Lewenberg joined OverDrive to discuss the Raptors and Cavaliers in the NBA Playoffs, the offensive and defensive issues in Game 1, Brandon Ingram's comments on his role from Darko Rajakovic, Immanuel Quickley's injury status and more.
Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin breakdown the disappointing performance of players like Brandon Ingram and the coaching challenges surrounding Jaylon Tyson during a whistle-heavy start to the series. 01:00 - Raptors Offensive Game Plan 02:35 - Evaluating Player Performance 03:48 - Officiating and Coaching Dynamics
Chris Mannix, NBC sideline reporter for the Raptors-Cleveland series, joins JD to react to the Raptors Game 1 loss and break down what will need to change for the Raptors in Game 2 and the rest of the series. JD asks Chris about Brandon Ingram's lack of offensive involvement, Scottie Barnes' biggest test to date, which series opener around the league most shifted his mind, and LeBron James exposing the Houston Rockets. Later, JD and Producer Armen banter about the other biggest storylines from the opening weekend of the playoffs. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the week with a recap of the Raptors' Game 1 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. The boys dive into what adjustments needs to be made to address the team's offensive struggles and Brandon Ingram's limited usage. They also touch on Darko Rajaković's decision-making and how Scottie Barnes was deployed, before taking a look at some other NBA playoff storylines, including Kevin Durant missing Game 1. After the break, they shift to Sunday's 10-4 Blue Jays win to salvage one game against the Diamondbacks. They chat about the team's offensive outlook, bullpen concerns surrounding Jeff Hoffman's role, Eric Lauer's dissatisfaction with his usage and John Schneider's response. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning recap Game 1 of the Raptors-Cavs series with Michael Grange. They discuss game nerves vs. Cavs' performance, Brandon Ingram's shot count, and fast break points concerns. They ponder strategies for Game 2, including Scottie Barnes guarding James Harden, and if a sweep would negate the season's success. Later, Mark Followill (24:21) joins to talk about the Cavs as contenders, the Raptors' lack of playoff experience, and ways to improve their transition game. They also preview the Jays vs. Angels series and the Oilers' postseason matchup. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Will Lou speaks with Alex Wong between Games 1 and 2 to discuss the Toronto Raptors vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers. They watch film of what happened in Game 1, address Brandon Ingram's comments about Darko Rajakovic's offense, and share takeaways from practice.#nba #raptors #cavaliers This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino.Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-basketball-tnnTickets to our Game 3 Watch Party: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1986818812552?aff=oddtdtcreatorReach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning welcome Raptors legend Alvin Williams to discuss the team's successful season and upcoming playoff matchup against the Cavs. They explore key matchups, Scottie Barnes' role, and Brandon Ingram's scoring needs. The conversation also touches on the value of playoff experience and the implications of past playoff failures. Afterward, former Blue Jays reliever Jason Grilli (25:30) joins to analyze the team's slow start, potential worries, and the nuances of bullpen roles. Finally, they discuss Patrick Corbin's performance and the impact of Trey Yesavage's return. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Today on The Ave Podcast; we present the 2026 State of the Raptors Address, the annual podcast episode breaking the Raptors season. We discuss the evolution of Scottie Barnes; Year One of the Brandon Ingram experience; if the roster's current Salary cap is sustainable; predicting the Raps next 2-3 years; should the Raptors go big game hunting for a superstar Free Agent this summer; plus a lot more (this podcast was recorded on April 10th, right before the final playoff seedings were official).
Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 136-101 win against the Brooklyn Nets. With Toronto's win, Atlanta and Orlando's losses, the Raptors have clinched the fifth seed to meet the Cleveland Cavaliers. Will shows gratitude and appreciation to the Raptors for achieving their goal of making the postseason.Three stars on the regular season: Scottie Barnes, Brandon Ingram, Immanuel QuickleyGerald Henderson award: Sandro Mamukelashvili#nba #raptors #playoffs This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino.Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-...Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 128-114 win over the Miami Heat to bring them to just one more win until the playoffs. He shows love to Brandon Ingram's superstar performance, the resilient performance by the Raptors as a whole against a Heat side looking for revenge, and then congratulates Darko Rajakovic on his 100th win.Three stars: Brandon Ingram, Collin Murray-Boyles, RJ BarrettGerald Henderson award: Davion Mitchell#raptors #torontoraptors #heatThis episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino.Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-basketball-tnnReach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up the week by recapping the opening round of the Masters at Augusta. They share their key takeaways from Thursday's action including Rory McIlroy's strong start, the added buzz he brings to the tournament, and the struggles of LIV players. After the break, they discuss the Raptors' win over the Heat, focusing on Brandon Ingram's durable season, the team's character, and their playoff outlook, including a potential matchup against the Knicks. The show wraps with a look at the Maple Leafs' disappointing performance against the Islanders, what it could mean for their draft positioning, and speculation around Morgan Rielly's future with the team. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Will Lou goes live to break down the Toronto Raptors' 121-96 win over the Miami Heat. He discusses the strong performances of Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram as the two best players in the game, and the overall level of focus from the entire team as the Raptors crushed the Heat in the first of a double-header.#nba #raptors #heat This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino.Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-basketball-tnnReach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Will Lou reacts to the Toronto Raptors' 129-116 loss to the Detroit Pistons. He covers the lack of synergy between Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, and Brandon Ingram in this game, then praises the bench for having the will to make a comeback.Three stars: Collin Murray-Boyles, Sandro Mamukelashvili, AJ Lawson Gerald Henderson award: Daniss Jenkins#nba #raptors #pistons #bluejays This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino.Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-basketball-tnnReach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
JD and theScore's Joseph Casciaro dig into the excitement of Scottie Barnes the point guard, make arguments for and against RJ Barrett to be a part of the Raptors long-term future, and talk about Brandon Ingram's first season with the Raptors. JD and Joseph then discuss Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the lingering conversation about officiating, plus NBA expansion on the horizon. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Will Lou goes live to break down the Toronto Raptors' 120-98 loss to the Phoenix Suns. The game was so bad that we started the recap live during the fourth quarter. He critiques Jamal Shead and Brandon Ingram's poor games and then finishes it with watching old Raptors videos from 20 years ago.Three stars: Ja'Kobe Walter, Scottie Barnes, Gradey DickGerald Henderson award: Rasheer Fleming#nba #raptors #suns This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino.Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-basketball-tnnReach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!Link to Lotto Max contest: https://play.raptors.com/tb_app/543378 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nate and Danny discuss why their definition of a small forward might differ from some others', and then rank all the heavy hitters at the position. Where do big stars like LeBron, KD, Luka, Cade, Tatum, and Brown rank? How about up-and-comers like Brandon Miller and Deni Avdija? What do we make of lower-level scorers like Brandon Ingram compared to three-and-D stalwarts like OG Anunoby? Join Dunc'd On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
John and Nate level a TOW Missile at the league's tankers with some novel solutions and evaluation of whether the league's proposed ideas will work, while discussing if the Jazz's punishment was fair. Then a look back at the 2025 Trade Deadline is a year on. Do we think the Luka trade was still a bad deal for the Mavs? How is the De'Aaron Fox trade working out for the Spurs/Kings, and Bulls? We also hit on the Jimmy Butler, Brandon Ingram, De'Andre Hunter and Kyle Kuzma trades, take a look at the rescinded Mark Williams to the Lakers deal, and also Utah acquiring Phoenix's 2031 unprotected 1st for three ostensibly worse picks. Dunc'd On Prime is the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM Subscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see the key moments from the pod each week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Welcome to the first Real Ones Take-athon! Logan, Howard, and The Ringer's own Tyler Parker and Jomi Adeniran get together for a two-part episode to take a hard look at the player landscape of the NBA and fire off their wildest takes on the biggest and sometimes most polarizing stars in the league. (00:00) Opening (02:02) Take-athon rules (02:49) Anthony Edwards (07:14) Giannis Antetokounmpo (17:51) Jalen Johnson (19:23) Jaylen Brown (22:55) Luka Doncic (26:36) Karl-Anthony Towns (29:53) Tyrese Maxey (31:51) Pascal Siakam (33:01) Brandon Ingram (33:36) Scottie Barnes (34:48) Jamal Murray (36:47) Norm Powell (38:21) Cade Cunningham (40:26) Kevin Durant The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Logan Murdock and Howard Beck Guests: Tyler Parker and Jomi Adeniran Producers: Logan Murdock, Conor Nevins, Victoria Valencia, John Richter, and Ben Cruz Video Producers: Victoria Valencia, John Richter, Sarah Reddy, and Donald LoBianco Audio Producer: Chris Sutton Graphics and Show Art: John Richter Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Additional Production Support: John Richter, T. Cruz, Nick Kosut, and Hannah Leikin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices