Podcasts about Masai Ujiri

JD opens the show with his Blue Jays thoughts following their series win over the Braves (00:00). Former Leafs forward, Steve Thomas, jumps on to discuss his playoff runs with Toronto and the intensity of the Battle of Ontario (12:42). They discuss the challenge of playing in the Stanley Cup playoffs, playing in front of Curtis Joseph at his peak, the impact of Pat Quinn, and how this current Leafs team looks heading into the latest series against Ottawa. Afterwards, JD runs through Masai Ujiri's end of season comments and looks at the Raptor's future after a disappointing season (38:57). DJ Bean, co-host of the What Chaos podcast, joins JD to chat about the best storylines heading in to the Stanley Cup playoffs including the Mikko Rantanen revenge series with Dallas against the Avs, the pressure on the Oilers to win despite their injuries, and the expectations on the Capitals after an emotional season (48:46). Finally, JD and the producers take a look at “What We Missed” (01:26:42).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 Betting Content Creator, Wesley Cheng joins Game Play to chat about the Raptors' ‘confusing' season, why he doesn't expect Masai Ujiri to make a splash in the offseason and if the Thunder can overcome their inexperience.

Will and Alex recap Masai Ujiri and Darko Rajakovic's end of season pressers and discuss: whether the Brandon Ingram trade impacted the team's rebuilding plans, Masai giving a high grade for the team's culture, whether the Raptors should add a young big, if Chris Boucher's tenure in Toronto is coming to an end, and Masai reflecting on his inability to enjoy the 2019 championship run.#raptors #torontoraptorsReach 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.Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca- Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wbTangerine: www.tangerine.caGreta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/torontoReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!

JD brings on Joseph Casciaro, lead Raptors and NBA reporter at theScore, to react to the Raptors locker room clean-out day and put a bow on their season (8:00). JD and Joseph chat about Scottie Barnes' improvements on defense and in leadership, how Darko Rajaković can be judged in a tanking season, what they'd like to hear from Masai Ujiri, next season's expectations and what may have gone overlooked. Afterwards, JD and Joseph look at the points of the interest in the first round of the NBA playoffs. Arden Zwelling, Blue Jays reporter, joins JD in-studio for the second hour to sift through the Jays' season thus far (52:00). JD and Arden discuss John Schneider's feel for taking out starting pitchers, how the Jays' base-running might improve, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. as a leader, how Guerrero Jr.'s contract extension impacts what's next with Bo Bichette, and the status of Daulton Varsho and Max Scherzer. The show finishes with discussion of Paddy Pimblett's star-power following his victory over Michael Chandler at UFC 314 (1:29:00). 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.  

On today's show Andrew and Ben begin with a few clarifications on zagging and discussion of the Lakers, including the overnight reset that emerged this week, questions about the bet on Mark Williams, and Luka's first look in LA. Then (20:00): Surveying the rest of the league for winners and losers, including the Warriors and Jimmy, a nice bit of Cavs business, the Bucks and the case for Kuzma. At the end (60:00): The Wiz and the case for Andrew becoming friends with Khris Middleton, Masai Ujiri's adventures continue, Max Christie trade value, Mavs thoughts for posterity, and an industry veteran pitches a new medium for Ben. Subscribe at Greatest of All Talk

TSN Betting Content Creator, Wesley Cheng joins Game Play to chat about how the Raptors have transformed their defence, how Immanuel Quickley's absence has impacted the Raptors' winning streak, Masai Ujiri's difficult decisions ahead of the trade deadline and more.

Matt Ryan enters The Steam Room to preview the NFL Playoffs, debate tee box nerves versus tackle box nerves, and dealing with the legacy of ‘28-3'. Raptors President Masai Ujiri joins to reflect on the memory of his friend Dikembe Mutombo, and his lasting impact on African basketball. Ernie and Charles discuss changes to NCAA eligibility, that Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars song, and a real-life Dentist's rebuke of the Chuckster's questionable oral hygiene habits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donnovan takes a trip back to his Scarborough roots, where the Giants of Africa Foundation hosted an all-girls basketball clinic in the neighbourhood of Malvern. He speaks to the Raptors' Masai Ujiri (1:20), the creator and founder of GoA, and the coaches of the two teams in Team Canada's Kia Nurse (8:56) and Tamara Tatham (15:49) - they discuss the many reasons why these events are important, the impact Giants of Africa is having in both Canada and abroad in Africa as well, and Tamara gets into her own Scarborough roots, having grown up not too far from where the clinic took place. Afterwards, Donnovan chats with Scarborough native and Paralympian Marissa Papaconstantinou (23:13), as the Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is raising funds to better serve the 25% of Toronto that live in the east end - they discuss her upbringing, including how she received her care at SHN while growing up with her disability in Scarborough.Donate to Giants of Africa: https://giantsofafrica.org/donate/Donate to SHN: https://www.shnfoundation.ca/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 and Alex are live from Los Angeles and joined by The Ringer senior staff writer Mirin Fader to chat about her new book “Dream: The Life and Legacy of Hakeem Olajuwon,” and specifically: the impact Olajuwon left on the Muslim community in Toronto after 9/11, inspiring Masai Ujiri and Giants of Africa, how he was covered by the American media during his playing career, and more.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.Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca- Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wbTangerine: www.tangerine.caGreta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/torontoCoors Light: http://eraineverycan.comReach 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.

Hosted by comedians Freddie Rivas and Andy Hull, Confederacy of Dunks delivers basketball talk with a laid-back, hilarious twist. In this episode, they welcome comedian and producer Dan Galea. They hit on some fun stuff. First they delve into the big emotions of the Vince Carter jersey retirement and talk a lot about how Vince had a very special, and vulnerable energy. After that it's all about how fun this young team is. Even though they might never become a .500 team, there's a bunch of hope with this squad. The last topic is truly insane. Andy talks about a wild basketball card that has sky rocketed in value. Segment 1: Vince Carter's Jersey Retirement First up, the gang dives into the emotional rollercoaster of Vince Carter's jersey retirement, reflecting on how this was more than just a Raptors milestone—it was a moment that had fans reliving Vinsanity and all its highs and lows. Freddie and Andy talk about how it felt like the entire fanbase went back to those highlight-reel days. Dan talks about forgetting just who Vince was and how enjoyable it was to see masculinity and power tears. as well as the obvious take which is that this was an incredible Vince send off.  Segment 2: The Current Raptors Squad Next, they break down the season so far and the buzz around Gradey Dick and RJ Barrett, who are making things exciting on the court for a team that doesn't have a lot of business being this exciting. Dan throws out a wild stat: Gradey's scored more points than any other sophomore in the NBA—a stat that catches everyone off guard. Freddie and Andy bring up how the young core has fans hopeful, with an energy that feels fun and fresh, reminding them of the Raptors' winning mentality under Masai Ujiri. Segment 3: MJ's Card and the Menendez Brothers Then comes a deep dive into one of the weirdest stories of the week: a rare Michael Jordan card shot up in value because fans noticed the Menendez brothers sitting courtside in the background! This is just straight up weird. Andy, Dan and Freddie get riffy on how this could be even weirder. And, in classic Dunks fashion, they wrap up with some hot takes on Stephen A. Smith. While Andy confesses a soft spot for him, Dan and Freddie consider Smith the ultimate "high art clown," and agree that being a good clown is no small feat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by comedians Freddie Rivas and Andy Hull, Confederacy of Dunks delivers basketball talk with a laid-back, hilarious twist. In this episode, they welcome comedian and producer Dan Galea. They hit on some fun stuff. First they delve into the big emotions of the Vince Carter jersey retirement and talk a lot about how Vince had a very special, and vulnerable energy. After that it's all about how fun this young team is. Even though they might never become a .500 team, there's a bunch of hope with this squad. The last topic is truly insane. Andy talks about a wild basketball card that has sky rocketed in value.Segment 1: Vince Carter's Jersey RetirementFirst up, the gang dives into the emotional rollercoaster of Vince Carter's jersey retirement, reflecting on how this was more than just a Raptors milestone—it was a moment that had fans reliving Vinsanity and all its highs and lows. Freddie and Andy talk about how it felt like the entire fanbase went back to those highlight-reel days. Dan talks about forgetting just who Vince was and how enjoyable it was to see masculinity and power tears. as well as the obvious take which is that this was an incredible Vince send off. Segment 2: The Current Raptors SquadNext, they break down the season so far and the buzz around Gradey Dick and RJ Barrett, who are making things exciting on the court for a team that doesn't have a lot of business being this exciting. Dan throws out a wild stat: Gradey's scored more points than any other sophomore in the NBA—a stat that catches everyone off guard. Freddie and Andy bring up how the young core has fans hopeful, with an energy that feels fun and fresh, reminding them of the Raptors' winning mentality under Masai Ujiri.Segment 3: MJ's Card and the Menendez BrothersThen comes a deep dive into one of the weirdest stories of the week: a rare Michael Jordan card shot up in value because fans noticed the Menendez brothers sitting courtside in the background! This is just straight up weird. Andy, Dan and Freddie get riffy on how this could be even weirder.And, in classic Dunks fashion, they wrap up with some hot takes on Stephen A. Smith. While Andy confesses a soft spot for him, Dan and Freddie consider Smith the ultimate "high art clown," and agree that being a good clown is no small feat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The FAN Morning Show with Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning enters today's final hour talking Maple Leafs with a focus on the team's goaltending situation featuring four viable options, all with their own merits to take the job. They bring on “Leafs historian” and The Star contributor, Damien Cox, to discuss Toronto's surplus between the pipes, what we learned from the weekend's pair of games against the Canadiens, and what goalies are worth in the NHL on the heels of the Jeremy Swayman situation in Boston. Next, Ben and Brent turn their attention back to hardcourt and the Raptors' upcoming season alongside Sportsnet's own Michael Grange (24:22). He shares his takeaways from yesterday's media day including what a “rebuild” means for the franchise, what this season means for players like Scottie Barnes and Immanuel Quickly, and how the MLSE ownership change will affect the organization, especially Masai Ujiri. 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.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 3 on OverDrive! TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston joins to discuss Jeremy Swayman's contract situation and Cam Neely's comments on the deal, Patrik Laine's injury status and Arber Xhekaj's retaliation and William Nylander's opportunity at center. Hayes, O-Dog and Noodles are joined by Golf Channel Commentator Steve Sands to discuss the U.S. Team's dominant victory against the International Team at the Presidents Cup, Masai Ujiri's comments on the Raptors rebuilding for the season and the Best Bets powered by FanDuel Sportsbook.

Luca Rosano talks about Masai Ujiri's future in Toronto after the Rogers deal, the Raptors fumbling Christian Koloko and Darko Rajakovic's coaching ranking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As NBA training camp approaches, the Toronto Raptors are looking to bounce back from last season, but opinions are divided on how well they'll perform. With few roster changes, the team is banking on player development under Masai Ujiri and Bobby Webster. Doug Smith and Paul Jones join the show to share their thoughts on the Raptors' strategy, discussing key players like Scottie Barnes and Grady Dick, and predicting where this team might land in the standings come playoff time.

Friday's edition of The FAN Morning Show with Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning tips off with thoughts on the Canadian Men's Basketball Team as they close out their group play today with a game against Spain. They talk about their confidence in watching the team at these Games and the importance of point differential, before getting into head coach Jordi Fernández's mentality facing off against his home country. The duo also takes some time to discuss Shai Gilgeous-Alexander; if he's replaced Giannis Antetokounmpo as Masai Ujiri's ultimate dream to bring to Toronto. In the back end of the hour, the boys turn their attention to football and the Hall of Fame Game last night which kicked off the NFL preseason and gave us our first look at the new "dynamic kickoff" (34:50). Later on, they weigh in on Nathan Rourke and discuss if the Canadian QB should give up on his NFL dream. 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.

On this episode of The Deal, Alex Rodriguez shares his excitement for attending the Olympics as a fan, reminisces about historic moments of the Games and analyzes their impact on athletes' careers and brands. The conversation then shifts to Masai Ujiri, founder of Giants of Africa and president of the Toronto Raptors. Ujiri tells Jason Kelly about his journey from scouting talent in Africa to leading social and economic development on the continent through basketball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bruce Arthur and Dave Feschuk take a final tour through Toronto's recent sports history. They touch on the bean-counting days of the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan and Rogers to the more ambitious days of Bell and Rogers, with Larry Tanenbaum in between. They muse on the bad old days of the Leafs, Raptors and Jays to the current era of Brendan Shanahan, Masai Ujiri, and Mark Shapiro in Toronto sports. They consider the end of Alex Anthopoulos, the Raptors title (and the subsequent idea that Kawhi Leonard and Paul George could have come to Toronto), and the many failures, big and small, of the Toronto Maple Leafs. How could it have been different? How do you fix it now? Are the Jays doomed to corporate mediocrity, are the Raptors too far from their championship peak, and have the Leafs accumulated too much baggage to actually have a championship contending window? Arthur and Feschuk take you through the whole big ball of failure, and more.

Guest: Toronto Star basketball writer Doug Smith Hosts: Bruce Arthur and Dave Feschuk   Five years ago, Masai Ujiri was among the most coveted executives in all of pro sports, his masterstroke trade for Kawhi Leonard landing the Raptors their first NBA title. In the five years since, the franchise has won one playoff series while languishing through less-than-inspiring moments that Ujiri himself has characterized as difficult to watch. In this episode, Arthur, Feschuk and Smith discuss Ujiri's post-championship swoon, including an inability to parlay the offloaded pieces of a title roster into a more formidable collection of assets. Though there are bright spots – including the emergence of Scottie Barnes as the franchise's foundational player – there are also plenty of question marks on the road to a future that's potentially more prosperous.   PLUS: Arthur, Feschuk and Smith discuss the highs and lows of the post-championship comedown.   This episode was produced by Julia De Laurentiis Johnston and Sean Pattendon. What would you like to hear on Toronto Star podcasts? Let us know in this survey and you can enter to win a $100 gift card.

TSN Raptors Reporter, Josh Lewenberg joins OverDrive to chat about Masai Ujiri's promise of "winning" in Toronto, how long the Raptors' rebuild will take, Poeltl's fit with the current core, the Raptors' reluctance to rebuild and more.

TSN Raptors Reporter, Josh Lewenberg joins OverDrive to chat about Masai Ujiri's promise of "winning" in Toronto, how long the Raptors' rebuild will take, Poeltl's fit with the current core, the Raptors' reluctance to rebuild and more.

Will and Alex chat about Rich Paul's recent comments on Masai Ujiri's interest in Bronny James (3:40), the Alex Caruso-Josh Giddey trade (7:40), free agency updates on Malik Monk (11:50), Pascal Siakam (13:30), and OG Anunoby (17:00), and the Lakers hiring JJ Redick (21:50) as their new head coach before Will, Alex, and Jerome try to spend a minute saying something nice about the Celtics' 18th championship banner (27:20). Later, Will and Alex discuss the Team Canada senior men's national team's training camp roster (34:00), who will secure the 12 roster spots for Paris, and potential closing lineups at the Olympics. Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showOriginal Music by DIVISION 88.Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. #BetTheResponsibleWay #BetwayCanadaEmail 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.

The FAN Morning Show goes into its second hour with Canadian national teams being a major topic. Hosts Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning start off with the NBA and recent comments by agent Rich Paul about how interested Masai Ujiri is on Bronny James. B&B discuss if this is just trying to drum up more interest in his client, or if they believe there is truth to it, as well as the upside of selecting him in the upcoming NBA Draft. The hosts welcome on Sportsnet's own Michael Grange to get his thoughts on the matter and the Raptors' off-season (9:23). The trio dive into some takeaways from the NBA Finals, before looking into the Canadian men's national basketball team and the Olympic roster that was announced yesterday; who made the cut, who missed out, the role certain players will need to play and the overall expectations for this squad should be ahead of camp. Next the morning pair turn their attention to the pitch and bring on James Sharman of the Footy Prime  podcast to look at Copa America 2024 getting underway today and Canada's men's national team who face off against World Cup “holder” Argentina later today (26:32). They get into the Canadian program with a new head coach and captain; what both bring with them to this team and what we should expect from them. The trio dive into the growth of the program as a whole; getting the momentum moving forward again especially after what some deemed a disappointing World Cup performance. The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake looking at that big match tonight and some Stanley Cup odds.  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.

In Episode 1631, Sean Woodley questions about the Toronto Raptors from you, the listeners, on a great many topics including how the goings on in this year's playoffs affect the Toronto Raptors, what to expect from the Raptors this offseason, and the team's dire need for a rebrand of its logos and jersey designs. Off the top, Sean answers a question about complicated feelings regarding O.G. Anunoby and Pascal Siakam succeeding in the second round of the playoffs for the Knicks and Pacers, as well as what the league's changing of the guard on display in these playoffs could mean for the Raptors moving forward. Next, Sean responds to a question about the approach he expects Masai Ujiri to take this offseason, and why it all kind of hinges on the results of this weekend's NBA Draft Lottery. Lastly, Sean fields a pair of questions about the Raptors' need for a rebrand. He definitely doesn't have very strong opinions on this matter, not at all! Join us on the Locked On Raptors Discord server! https://discord.gg/sqByBc2aSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Terms and conditions apply.Yahoo FinanceFor comprehensive financial news and analysis, visit the brand behind every great investor, YahooFinance.com.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.Monopoly GO!Get in the game and join your friends. Download MONOPOLY GO! now free on The App Store or Google Play.eBay MotorsFrom brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply.FanDuelFanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook. Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning GUARANTEED That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – with any winning FIVE DOLLAR BET! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

This week host Cathryn Naiker is joined by Jerome Cheng to discuss the Play-In tournament, the shocking Warriors loss, and the possible demise of their dynasty. Plus Kyle Lowry's revenge game against the Heat, Zion's injury, and what that means for the Pelicans, will the Lakers blow up in the off-season & more. Then they discuss the end of the Raptors season, Masai's post-season press conference, and our overall thoughts on the last few seasons and looking ahead at a 3-6-year rebuild. The hottie of the week is a choice given to Jerome which he takes very seriously.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week host Cathryn Naiker is joined by Jerome Cheng to discuss the Play-In tournament, the shocking Warriors loss, and the possible demise of their dynasty. Plus Kyle Lowry's revenge game against the Heat, Zion's injury, and what that means for the Pelicans, will the Lakers blow up in the off-season & more. Then they discuss the end of the Raptors season, Masai's post-season press conference, and our overall thoughts on the last few seasons and looking ahead at a 3-6-year rebuild. The hottie of the week is a choice given to Jerome which he takes very seriously.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Jones & Doug Smith are on the podcast today to talk about the Raptors and playoff basketball. Not much has changed in Toronto regarding the Raptors as the four break down Masai Ujiri's end-of-season press conference and set expectations for a long off-season for the club. With Raptors talk out of the way, Bob, John, Doug, and Paul discuss playoff basketball as they take a look at some of the favorites entering the postseason and talk about why no one should be sleeping on last year's NBA Champions, The Denver Nuggets.

In Episode 1618, Sean Woodley offers some quick off-the-top thoughts about Masai Ujiri's season-ending press conference and Jontay Porter receiving a lifetime ban from the NBA for gambling before welcoming in Locked On Raptors fantasy basketball champion Josh Green to talk about his Toronto Raptors fandom. Off the top, Sean talks about why Masai Ujiri's postseason presser, while light on hard details, seems to indicate an understanding that the front office has made some mistakes in recent years, and are prepared to turn the page over. Plus, Sean offers some thoughts on Jontay Porters' lifetime ban, and why it brings to light a pretty nasty double standard for what constitutes a lifetime ban, even if Porter probably deserves the punishment he got. Next, Sean is joined by Josh Green, the champion of the Locked On Raptors listener fantasy leage, to chat about his origins as a Raptors fan living in Manchester, England, the Raptors' championship and downturn, and his ideal Raptors offseason!Join us on the Discord to come hang out with Josh and other Raptors sickos just like you! https://discord.gg/mbr3F9CgSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monopoly GO!Get in the game and join your friends. Download MONOPOLY GO! now free on The App Store or Google Play.Yahoo FinanceFor comprehensive financial news and analysis, visit the brand behind every great investor, YahooFinance.com.NissanOur friends at Nissan have a lineup of SUV's with the capabilities to take your adventure to the next level. Take the Nissan Rogue, Nissan Pathfinder, or Nissan Armada and go find your next big adventure. Shop NissanUSA.com.eBay MotorsFrom brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelFanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook. Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning GUARENTEED That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – win or lose! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

The Toronto Raptors' Jontay Porter has been permanently expelled from the NBA after a thorough investigation uncovered his involvement in passing inside information to sports gamblers, including betting against his own team. This stringent action came into effect after the NBA was alerted by licensed betting entities and a legal betting tracking organization of suspicious betting activities linked to Porter's performance in a game on the 20th of March, specifically against the Sacramento Kings. Upon careful scrutiny, the league found that Porter had relayed information regarding his health condition to a gambler prior to the aforementioned game. Extraordinarily, an individual known to be actively engaged in NBA betting made a daring $80,000 wager through an online sports book that Porter would fail to reach the general expectations set for him. Had the gamble paid off, it would have resulted in an astonishing win of $1.1 million. Surprisingly, Porter exited that game after a short three minutes, mentioning that he was not feeling well. His on-court statistics did not match the pre-set totals made in the extensive bet. Following this occurrence, the significant $80,000 wager was temporarily suspended and not redeemed, prompting the NBA to swiftly launch an in-depth investigation. The NBA maintains unbending rules when it comes to players participating in sports betting. In this case, Porter was discovered to have considerably infringed the universally accepted Collective Bargaining Agreement. It explicitly states that any player who bets money, directly or indirectly, on any NBA or NBA G league game shall be brought in for questioning, and the commissioner's decision is indisputable and binding. NBA's Commissioner, Adam Silver, bluntly reiterated that Porter's actions being egregiously obvious justified the ban. He was adamant that nothing tops preserving the honor and credibility of NBA competitions for the fans, teams, and every individual connected with the sport. Hence, Porter's gross transgressions of the gaming rules had to be met with the harshest possible penalty. Under Silver's stewardship, Porter marks the second personality to face a lifelong ban from the NBA, with the first being Los Angeles Clippers' owner Donald Sterling in 2014. This historical event evoked an air of surprise, particularly within the upper echelons of the Raptors' organization. Raptors President, Masai Ujiri, displayed shock and sadness over this unfortunate turn of events. He stated, 'Neither was this the anticipated future for the young player, nor a desired situation for our team, and definitely not an outcome that the league would prefer.' Ujiri added that the news was completely unexpected, catching most off guard. Later the Raptors put forth a statement asserting their full support for the decisive action taken to exclude Jontay Porter from the NBA. They appreciated the prompt resolution to the pressing investigation and pledged to cooperate with all forthcoming inquiries. In addition, the investigation brought to light that Porter had wagered on 13 different games, utilizing someone else's betting account with values that varied from a modest $15 to a staggering $22,000. Interestingly, none of these bets were on games in which Porter was a participant. Yet it was revealed that three of these wagers were multi-game parlays, and one of them wagered on his team's loss. Such findings raise critical issues regarding the existing regulatory network currently in play, particularly when it comes to bet types offered on games and player's activity. The NBA Commissioner Adam Silver identified the situation as an opportunity to consider the efficiency of the current regulatory framework. While he acknowledged the transparency brought about by legalized sports betting, Silver expressed concerns regarding suspicious betting patterns, re-emphasizing the need for vigilant monitoring. Assuring league fans, Silver stated, 'Working alongside all relevant players within the industry, the NBA's commitment remains steadfast to ensure it does everything needed to protect its league and the integrity of the sport.' The Porter case serves as a stark reminder for everyone involved in the sport and beyond. It highlights the challenges of maintaining integrity within competitive sport when faced with the growing prevalence of sports betting and the lure of quick fortunes. As one of the major sports organizations, the NBA's swift and stern response sets a strong precedent for others to maintain vigilance and discipline in upholding the spirit of fair and honest play. 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James Mirtle, Senior Managing Editor with The Athletic, breaks down how this version of the Maple Leafs stacks up against past iterations heading into the playoffs (8:00). JD and James rank who has the highest stakes in the Leafs brass, the matchup against the Boston Bruins, configuring the blue line in Game 1 and Auston Matthews' legacy. JD then touches on the loss of the Arizona Coyotes (50:00). Ben Nicholson-Smith, Blue Jays Writer and Co-Host of At The Letters, discusses John Schneider's decision to trot out Erik Swanson and Jordan Romano into high leverage situations in their first appearance, if Daulton Varsho's offence is normalizing, Ricky Tiedemann's slow start in AAA, why Alek Manoah is with the team and when his window might be closed (55:00). The show ends with thoughts on Masai Ujiri's exit interview and Jontay Porter's lifetime ban. 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. 

William Lou of The Raptors Show wraps up the Raptors' losing season; How did they get to this point? Do they have an identity? How do they develop a culture moving forward? What's the next jump for Scottie look like? How was Darko Rajaković's first season as head coach? How do they compare to past bad Raptors teams? What's Masai Ujiri's future with MLSE? Next up, Michael Collins, Senior Golf Analyst with ESPN and former PGA caddie, discusses Scottie Scheffler's dominance, how Scheffler compares to Rory McIlroy, Bryson DeChambeau and the biggest losers from the weekend (50:00).  The show ends with JD's thoughts on UFC 300, and Sheldon Keefe's interesting answer to fans 70-goal excitement. 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.  

William Lou and Blake Murphy are joined by Sportsnet's Michael Grange to discuss his latest piece on the state of MLSE and the future of Masai Ujiri with the Raptors franchise. Afterwards, the guys take a look around the NBA and discuss Bronny James declaring for the NBA Draft (27:07). 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.

It iiiiiiisss Sportsfeld Storytime. It's October and the Raptors aren't playing, so let's look back at an original Raptors heartbreak that also marks the beginning of the Champion Raptors as we know them today. This month, we're looking back at the 2014 first round series against Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett and the Brooklyn Nets. In Episode 1 we look back at the arrival of Masai Ujiri, the farewell to Andrea Bargnani, and we remember the moment that changed everything, the Rudy Gay Trade. Sick of hearing all the ads? Subscribe to Soda Premium on Apple Podcasts to get rid of them!Follow @Sportsfeld on Twitter! While you're there say hello to @theZubes and @JGoldsbie or reach out to the show and say hey: podcast@sportsfeld.ca If merch is your thing, be sure to check out the store: http://bit.ly/merchfeld If you enjoyed today's show, please rate Sportsfeld 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts. And as always, thank you for listening to another episode of Sportsfeld.

The Toronto Raptors traded for Kelly Olynyk & Ochai Agbaji. What is Masai Ujiri doing and is this worth a 1st Round Pick? DO THE RAPTORS ONLY WANT CANADIANS?! Then the Raptors traded Dennis Schroder for Spencer Dinwiddie. What does this do for Toronto and what's the plan going forward? Sean Woodley joins Tenitra Batiste to discuss the Kelly Olynyk & Ochai Agbaji trade for the Toronto Raptors and trading Dennis Schroder for Spencer Dinwiddie. Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More

The Toronto Raptors traded for Kelly Olynyk & Ochai Agbaji. What is Masai Ujiri doing and is this worth a 1st Round Pick? DO THE RAPTORS ONLY WANT CANADIANS?! Then the Raptors traded Dennis Schroder for Spencer Dinwiddie. What does this do for Toronto and what's the plan going forward? Sean Woodley joins Tenitra Batiste to discuss the Kelly Olynyk & Ochai Agbaji trade for the Toronto Raptors and trading Dennis Schroder for Spencer Dinwiddie. Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More

JD brings on Seerat Sohi from The Ringer to chat about the Raptors and their state of flux, if Masai Ujiri was too emotionally invested, and building around Scottie Barnes, plus Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers (4:00). Next, Tyler Dunne, NFL Columnist and Creator of GoLongTD.com, joins JD to tee up Championship weekend in the NFL (50:00). JD wraps up the week with his NFL playoff thoughts! 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.

Jackson Gatlin (@Locked On Rockets) is joined by Tony East (@Locked On Pacers) to discuss whether or not the Pascal Siakam trade was the right "all-in" move for the Indiana Pacers, how Siakam has looked through two games, what the addition of Siakam does for budding superstar Tyrese Haliburton, and if Buddy Hield should be dealt ahead of the NBA Trade Deadline.Then, Sean Woodley (@Locked On Raptors) jumps in to grade and break down the Pascal Siakam trade from the Toronto Raptors side of things, what Siakam meant to the Raptors organization, if Masai Ujiri got enough in return for Siakam, the direction of the Raptors organization after the OG Anunoby and Siakam trades, and whether or not Bruce Brown sticks around or gets flipped at the NBA Trade Deadline.Lastly, Brad Rowland (@Locked On Hawks) dives into the latest Atlanta Hawks trade rumors, why haven't things worked out with the Trae Young and Dejounte Murray pairing, is Murray an absolute lock to be traded at the NBA Trade Deadline, which team has the best offer for Murray currently, does Atlanta have to try and recoup all of the assets they originally traded for Murray a couple seasons ago, and the likelihood (and strangeness) of Clint Capela and second year wing AJ Griffin being on the trading block as well.#Pacers #Raptors #HawksSubscribe to the Locked On NBA YouTube Channel: Locked On NBAFollow/Subscribe/Listen Anywhere: linktr.ee/LockedOnNBASupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/offers/Grammarly – When it comes to writing, Grammarly is there to support you from start to finish. With one click, you can easily and easily brainstorm, rewrite, and reply with suggestions based on your context and goals. Go to grammarly.com/PODCAST to download for FREE today. Hungryroot – Hungryroot is the easiest way to get fresh, high-quality food delivered to your door. They've got healthy groceries and simple recipes, all in one place. Just go to Hungryroot.com/LOCKEDON, to get 40% off your first delivery and get your free veggies. LinkedIn – LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Terms and conditions apply.eBay Motors – For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. BetterHelp – This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.PrizePicks – Go to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!Gametime – Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel – Make Every Moment More. Place your first FIVE DOLLAR bet to get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in Free Bets – win or lose! Visit Fanduel.com/LockedOn today to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jackson Gatlin (@Locked On Rockets) is joined by Tony East (@Locked On Pacers) to discuss whether or not the Pascal Siakam trade was the right "all-in" move for the Indiana Pacers, how Siakam has looked through two games, what the addition of Siakam does for budding superstar Tyrese Haliburton, and if Buddy Hield should be dealt ahead of the NBA Trade Deadline. Then, Sean Woodley (@Locked On Raptors) jumps in to grade and break down the Pascal Siakam trade from the Toronto Raptors side of things, what Siakam meant to the Raptors organization, if Masai Ujiri got enough in return for Siakam, the direction of the Raptors organization after the OG Anunoby and Siakam trades, and whether or not Bruce Brown sticks around or gets flipped at the NBA Trade Deadline. Lastly, Brad Rowland (@Locked On Hawks) dives into the latest Atlanta Hawks trade rumors, why haven't things worked out with the Trae Young and Dejounte Murray pairing, is Murray an absolute lock to be traded at the NBA Trade Deadline, which team has the best offer for Murray currently, does Atlanta have to try and recoup all of the assets they originally traded for Murray a couple seasons ago, and the likelihood (and strangeness) of Clint Capela and second year wing AJ Griffin being on the trading block as well. #Pacers #Raptors #Hawks Subscribe to the Locked On NBA YouTube Channel: Locked On NBA Follow/Subscribe/Listen Anywhere: linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/offers/ Grammarly – When it comes to writing, Grammarly is there to support you from start to finish. With one click, you can easily and easily brainstorm, rewrite, and reply with suggestions based on your context and goals. Go to grammarly.com/PODCAST to download for FREE today.  Hungryroot – Hungryroot is the easiest way to get fresh, high-quality food delivered to your door. They've got healthy groceries and simple recipes, all in one place. Just go to Hungryroot.com/LOCKEDON, to get 40% off your first delivery and get your free veggies.  LinkedIn – LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Terms and conditions apply. eBay Motors – For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.  BetterHelp – This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month. PrizePicks – Go to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100! Gametime – Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.  FanDuel – Make Every Moment More. Place your first FIVE DOLLAR bet to get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in Free Bets – win or lose! Visit Fanduel.com/LockedOn today to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Kara Wagland for Hour 2 on OverDrive! TSN NFL Analyst Luke Willson and Al's Brother stops by to make the selections for the NFL Divisional Round in the showdown between Hayes and Bro and O'Win Willson. Then, TSN Raptors Analyst Leo Rautins stops by to recap on Masai Ujiri's press conference and his comments following the trade of Pascal Siakam, Scottie Barnes' jump to the next level and his impressions of the new dynamic in Toronto and much more.

Join Bryan Hayes and Kara Wagland for Hour 3 on OverDrive! TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun joins the show to discuss the tumultuous month for the Maple Leafs, how the team can snap out of a cold streak, if Sheldon Keefe is under any pressure, Nathan MacKinnon's Hart Trophy pursuit and the Canadiens' rank in the Western Conference. Hayes and Kara are then joined by PWHL Toronto Defenceman Renata Fast to give her view of the inaugural season for the league, Toronto's start to the year and how they are transitioning to the different style of women's hockey, Canadian Tire PWHL 3-on-3 Showcase before closing the show with comments from Masai Ujiri's midseason press conference and FanDuel Best Bets.

TSN Raptors Analyst Leo Rautins joined OverDrive to recap on Masai Ujiri's midseason press conference comments following the trade of Pascal Siakam, the team entering a new era on the lineup, the expectations for placement in the standings and how Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley become the Raptors' next trio.

Will Lou and Blake Murphy reflect on the Toronto Raptors' loss to the Chicago Bulls, before voicing their final thoughts on Masai Ujiri's media availability from Thursday (29:50). Later, Will and Blake pay homage to Pascal Siakam and celebrate his Raptors tenure following the release of his article on the Players Tribune (49:25). Raptors 905 guard Markquis Nowell wraps up the week with a chat about his all-star calibre campaign in the G-League (01:14:41). 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.

Host Cathryn Naiker is joined by Noor Zaineb. We start off with Cathryn trying the famed Siakam Swirl McFlurry for the first time before it's gone (no sponsorship). Then we finally move on to discuss the Pascal Siakam trade! Reactions to the trade itself, and overall feelings of the direction the team has chosen to go in. We also discuss the Masai Ujiri press conference, his emotional response and our enduring appreciation for the team president. Then we move on to discuss the untimely passing of Warriors Assistant coach Dejan Milojević. Then we discuss the NBA and which teams we anticipate will make a move next. In our Raptors homer moment we discuss Lowry in trade rumours, is it time for him to re join the raptors??? Plus in the BBQ era what type of player should the raptors seek out next. And finally in our hottie highlight of the week we bring it full circle and talk about our favourite Pascal Siakam moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Cathryn Naiker is joined by Noor Zaineb. We start off with Cathryn trying the famed Siakam Swirl McFlurry for the first time before it's gone (no sponsorship). Then we finally move on to discuss the Pascal Siakam trade! Reactions to the trade itself, and overall feelings of the direction the team has chosen to go in. We also discuss the Masai Ujiri press conference, his emotional response and our enduring appreciation for the team president. Then we move on to discuss the untimely passing of Warriors Assistant coach Dejan Milojević. Then we discuss the NBA and which teams we anticipate will make a move next. In our Raptors homer moment we discuss Lowry in trade rumours, is it time for him to re join the raptors??? Plus in the BBQ era what type of player should the raptors seek out next. And finally in our hottie highlight of the week we bring it full circle and talk about our favourite Pascal Siakam moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Lou and Blake Murphy host Masai Ujiri's media conference as the Raptors President spoke about the organization's decision to trade Pascal Siakam. Will and Blake share their instant reaction to Ujiri's comments (1:06:46) before being joined by The Athletic/Stadium's Shams Charania who discussed the ongoing trade negotiations between Toronto and Indiana, the Raptors' attempts at acquiring young players over draft picks in the deal, and if Bruce Brown could be dealt again before the deadline (1:16:16).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.

Pascal Siakam is offically an Indiana Pacer. As per Sam Amick's reporting, it was always his desired destination. But that doesn't mean it waasn't an emotionally decision for Raptors President Masai Ujiri.Hit Like and Subscribe!Follow Jesse on Twitter at @JesseBlakeFollow Jesse on Instagram @Jesse.BlakeSubscribe to The Jesse Blake Sports Report wherever you get your podcasts!Visit https://sdpn.ca for more.https://www.youtube.com/@JesseBlakeSportsReport?sub_confirmation=1Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Indiana gets their man in free agent-to-be Pascal Siakam. Why the Pacers pulled the trigger now despite the potential cost, and how he fits with this Indiana group. Plus, what the opportunity cost is, and how the Pacers set themselves up to absorb such a big salary.For Toronto, it's the end of a championship era, but Masai Ujiri ultimately did well in moving Siakam and OG Anunoby.To get all our analysis, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime, the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMPlus, subscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, the key moments from the pod each week. Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc'd On Prime, plus it's the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMPlus, subscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, the key moments from the pod each week.

Like many children in Africa, Masai Ujiri was obsessed with football as he was growing up. But one day a new love struck him and he started what was to become a lifelong love affair with basketball.He's been a player, a scout, an agent and today he's the president of the NBA side the Toronto Raptors, making him the first and only African-born president of a professional sports franchise in North America. He's also the founder of Giants of Africa: an organisation that aims to empower young African boys and girls through sport and basketball. Alan caught up with Ujiri to talk about his journey and what drives him. Presenter: Alan Kasujja Guest: Masai Ujiri

Happy New Year to all the NBA fans, and some key players are looking a new year along with new surroundings. Adam Murray and Andrew Riche, Place To Be Nation's NBA-Team, ring in 2024 with talk about a pretty big trade between the Knicks and Raptors. Is it possible one team won in one way and the other lost in another way? Which other team might be knocking on Masai Ujiri's door for Pascal Siakam, as we discuss a variety of teams on the struggle bus. So suit up and take it out in episode 293 with the NBA-Team!

Jontay Porter of Raptors 905 joins Blake Murphy to chat about his career journey, why he almost quit basketball, watching his brother Michael win a championship with Denver, and more. Will Lou and Blake talk to Andscape's Marc Spears about his two-decade friendship with Masai Ujiri and the success of Giants of Africa (27:48). NBA Insider Marc Stein joins the program to discuss the length of Draymond Green's next suspension and where the Warriors have gone wrong this season (49:42). Finally, Steve Jones Jr. of The Dunker Spot Podcast previews tonight's Raptors-Hawks matchup (10:18:40).  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.