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Playlist by Basketball IslandFour basketball junkies who all think they know more than the other guy. Hein, Wes, Hambone & Fab meet up once a week at TSN to dissect the Raptors and all things NBA. Powered by FanDuel.54 clip(s) in playlist
IS THERE ENOUGH KYLE LOWRY DNA IN THIS RAPTORS TEAM?
The Raptors showed fight in a comeback overtime win against the 76ers on Sunday, but they followed it up with a 13-point loss in Monday's rematch. Does this Raptors team have playoff level toughness? What's going on with Jakob Poeltl's injury? What's your favourite Kyle Lowry moment? Hein, Hambone,…
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SHOULD THE RAPTORS TRADE FOR TRAE YOUNG?
Trade winds are blowing again! Hawks point guard Trae Young is on the trading block and the Toronto Raptors have been rumored as a potential destination. But with the Raptors slowly finding their identity, is it a good idea to bring him into the mix? Hein, Hambone, Wes and Fab discuss why they're a…
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WHAT IS THE RAPTORS IDENTITY?
This Toronto Raptors season has been a roller coaster! After a blowout loss to the Wizards, the Raps bounced back with comeback wins against the Warriors and Magic. Have they discovered a new identity as of late? How can Immanuel Quickley be deployed better? Should we be concerned with Jakob Poeltl…
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RAPTORS REALITY CHECK: HAS THIS SEASON BEEN FOOL'S GOLD?
Remember that winning streak? This season started off so promising for the Toronto Raptors... but after tough losses to the Celtics and Nets, things are looking bleak again. What's the Raptors biggest issue at the moment? Should the team regret trading OG Anunoby? Which NBA Christmas Day game are y…
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THE RAPTORS NEED TO MAKE A TRADE
THE LOSING STREAK IS FINALLY OVER! However, that doesn't mean the Toronto Raptors shouldn't look to improve. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Anthony Davis have been rumored as potential trade options, but who are the more realistic targets? Hein, Wes, Fab and Hambone explore hypothetical trades for a bac…
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WHAT'S WRONG WITH THE RAPTORS?
The Raptors are out of the NBA Cup and have now lost 4 straight and 6 of their last 7. How does Toronto right the ship and how much of this losing streak is due to the absence of RJ Barrett? Fab, Hambone, Hein and Wes discuss the NBA Cup loss and more.
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HOW IS SCOTTIE BARNES PROVING THE DOUBTERS WRONG?
SCOTTIE BARNES HAS ARRIVED! The Raptors ended a two-game losing streak with a clutch win over the Trail Blazers on Tuesday and Barnes was a big reason why. Does he have a chance to win Defensive Player of the Year? How much are the Raps missing RJ Barrett? How important is Jakob Poeltl? Hein, Wes, …
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RAPTORS REBIRTH: WHO'S COMPLAINING ABOUT FIT NOW?
THE VIBES COULDN'T BE HIGHER! The Raptors have won eight straight games and 12 of their last 13. The Pistons are the only team with a better record in the eastern conference. How far can this team go? Is Brandon Ingram a top five wing in the east? Which Canadian NBA player has impressed you the mos…
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ARE THE RAPTORS A LEGIT TOP 6 TEAM?
The Raptors are officially on fire! Toronto has won eight of their last nine games and sit third place in the Eastern Conference entering Tuesday's NBA slate. Has Brandon Ingram made them a legit top 6 team? Is Scottie Barnes playing at an All-NBA level? Can we expect this success to continue in th…
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WHAT HAVE WE LEARNED ABOUT THE RAPTORS SO FAR?
After a questionable start to the season, the Raptors have won five of their last six to improve to 6-5 through 11 games. Is this team actually good? What have we learned so far? Is Toronto a lock to win their NBA Cup group? Should Jaylen Brown be bald and proud? Hein, Hambone, Wes and Fab discuss …
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