Will, Alex, and Jerome get stuck in traffic in Los Angeles and use icebreaker questions to get to know each other better. Later, they discuss the greatest Raptors of all-time in several categories including: most underrated, best role player, greatest three-point shooter, and more.

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Will Lou comes live after Scottie Barnes' return to the line up in the Toronto Raptors' 110-105 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. He discusses Barnes' performance, Darko Rajakovic's defensive adjustments, and RJ Barrett's continued success.

Three stars: RJ Barrett, Chris Boucher, Davion Mitchell

Gerald Henderson award: Jaden McDaniels

Most Important Guy (presented by Greta Bar YYZ): Scottie Barnes

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Will and Alex go around the NBA and discuss whether the Cavs are legit contenders, bring out the worry meter for the Knicks, Bucks, and Sixers, before heading to the West to chat about the Warriors’ rebound season and if Phoenix could be a trade destination for Jakob Poeltl.

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Will Lou breaks down the Toronto Raptors' 130-119 win over the Indiana Pacers. He discusses RJ Barrett's season-high 39 points, Darko Rajakovic's timeouts to snap runs, and Jakob Poeltl's underrated importance to the Raptors.

Three stars: RJ Barrett, Jakob Poeltl, Garrett Temple

Gerald Henderson award: Quenton Jackson

Most Important Guy: Garrett Temple

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Will Lou talks to draft expert Sam Vecenie about the loaded 2025 NBA draft class, which includes blue chippers Cooper Flagg and Ace Bailey. They also discuss other potential top-5 picks and hand out early grades on Toronto Raptors rookies.

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Will Lou and Samson Folk recaps the Toronto Raptors' 126-123 OT loss to the Boston Celtics. They discuss RJ Barrett's stellar passing performance, Jakob Poeltl's career-high of 35 points, and how Gradey Dick can counter aggressive defenses.

Three stars: Jakob Poeltl, RJ Barrett, Davion Mitchell

Gerald Henderson award: Sam Hauser

Most Important Guy: Whoever designed the Raptors VC city edition jersey

RR feedback survey: https://www.raptorsrepublic.com/contests/speak-up-and-score/

Sport vs. Media 2024 charity game: https://www.ticketweb.ca/event/sport-vs-media-lgbtq-charity-mattamy-athletic-centre-tickets/13961373?pl=MattamyAC

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Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors'99-85 loss against the Detroit Pistons. He breaks down Jakob Poeltl's two-way performance, RJ Barrett's improved offense, and how the Raptors blew another fourth quarter lead.

Three stars: Jakob Poeltl, RJ Barrett, Jamison Battle

Gerald Henderson award: Malik Beasley

Most Important Guy: Alvin Williams

RR feedback survey: https://www.raptorsrepublic.com/contests/speak-up-and-score/

Sport vs. Media 2024 charity game: https://www.ticketweb.ca/event/sport-vs-media-lgbtq-charity-mattamy-athletic-centre-tickets/13961373?pl=MattamyAC

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Will and Alex are joined by Ben Golliver of the Washington Post to discuss how the NBA can improve the present-day product and chat about: the attention span of fans, the lack of rivalries, how the sport is discussed in mainstream media, the volume of three-point shooting, the marketability of today’s stars, and more.

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