3 in the Key
289 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 27 ratingsAnother basketball show from a fan's perspective, but this time they're Canadian.
Keeping you up to date on anything basketball including NBA, NCAA, USports and International Ball. Bringing you an in depth analysis and break downs of the sport. Catch up with Elias, Dave, Fuad, and Will every Sunday live on TSN 1200 at Noon Eastern or listen on demand using any Podcast app you have.
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Episodes
EP. 204: The Modern NBA Scuffle
November 14, 2021 22:05 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBElias and Fuad are back for another edition of 3 in the Key! The fellas discuss Siakam's return and how he's looked in his first week back as well as the Raptors as a whole. The guys also discuss "The Modern NBA Scuffle" which is the term they've dubbed for fights in today's NBA. Finally, the guys talk about the Warriors, Heat, and other contenders around the league.
EP. 203: Siakam Returns + Heat & Warriors Best In The League
November 07, 2021 22:11 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MBThe fellas are back for another edition of 3 in the Key! Elias and Fuad discuss the return of Siakam to the Raptors lineup and their season so far. The guys also discuss the week that was in the NBA as well as the top teams in each conference.
EP. 202: Toronto Picks Masai Ujiri Over Ed Rogers
October 31, 2021 18:20 - 34 minutes - 46.9 MBElias and Fuad are back for another edition for 3 in the Key! The fellas discuss the drama surrounding contract negotiations between Ed Rodgers and Masai Ujiri which eventually led to Masai re-signing with the organization. The guys also talk about the rookies and who they've liked so far as well as the rules changes the NBA made.
EP. 201: NBA's 75th Season
October 24, 2021 19:00 - 59 minutes - 81.8 MBFuad and Elias are back for another edition of 3 in the Key! The fellas discuss the opening week in the NBA including the slow start by the Lakers, the Eastern Conference as a whole, and what type of season it could be. The guys also discuss the Ben Simmons drama and the latest developments with that saga. Finally, they discuss the NBA's Top 75 (actually 76) players of all time.
EP. 200: Fantasy Basketball Primer - Drafting, Waiver Wire, Other Tips, and Strategies
October 10, 2021 15:29 - 42 minutes - 58.9 MBFuad and Elias are back with another edition of 3 in the Key! The fellas have promised an episode on fantasy basketball and here it is. The guys discuss drafting in an NBA fantasy draft and where they think the best slot is to pick. What their strategies are going into the draft as well as the season, waiver-wire pickups, as well as other useful tips.
EP. 199: Simmons Saga Continues, Big NBA Rule Change, and Pre-Season Begins
October 03, 2021 18:30 - 42 minutes - 59 MBElias and Fuad are back with another edition of 3 in the Key! The fellas discuss the Ben Simmons saga and what they would do with the $8.25 million Simmons was supposed to be paid. Who was the team built around? What teams are looking to acquire the All-Star? A rule change that aims to improve game flow at the end games, and pre season basketball is upon us!
EP. 198: Caleb Agada Conversation, Ben Simmons Drama and NBA Vaccinations
September 26, 2021 18:23 - 54 minutes - 74.6 MBFuad and Elias are back for another edition for 3 in the Key! The fellas are joined by Caleb Agada, former UOttawa Gee Gee's player, and newest signing of Melbourne United and a member of the Nigerian Senior Men's National Basketball Team. They discuss his time in Ottawa, his career as a pro, and his experience with the national team. The guys also discuss the ongoing Ben Simmons drama and the possibility of players missing games due to their vaccination status.
EP. 197: Fantasy Basketball, Ben Simmons, Damian Lillard, and 2021 Hall of Fame Inductions
September 12, 2021 18:48 - 39 minutes - 54.3 MBFuad and Elias are back for another edition of 3 in the Key! The fellas discuss fantasy basketball and who were their recent waiver pickups who made an impact for them. The guys also chime in on the whole Ben Simmons situation and the fine he is willing to take to avoid the Sixers. Also, do the Blazers move Lillard? Finally, they discuss the 2021 HOF induction.
EP. 196: 2021-22 NBA Season Key Dates & What Ifs
August 22, 2021 17:39 - 53 minutes - 73.7 MBElias and Fuad are back for another edition of 3 in the Key! The fellas discuss the NBA schedule release and national games to watch opening week as well as the Christmas day games. The guys then take a different approach to "What Ifs?" and try and predict some what-ifs for the upcoming season.
EP. 195: Lowry to Heat, Dragic Toronto Comments, and Summer League Standouts
August 16, 2021 04:22 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MBFuad and Elias are back with another edition of 3 in the Key! The fellas discuss NBA Summer League so far and who has stood out. Lowry leaves to the Heat as the greatest Raptor of all time. Dragic makes some comments about the move to Toronto. The guys also discuss some fantasy hoops.
EP. 194: Patrick Ewing Jr. & The NBA Draft
August 01, 2021 20:03 - 1 hour - 134 MBElias and Fuad are back for another edition of 3 in the Key! The fellas discuss the NBA draft and the Raptors pick at #4. Taking Barnes over Suggs. The guys are also joined by Patrick Ewing Jr., the lead assistant coach for the Ottawa BlackJacks in the CEBL. The guys discuss the team, the league, his time in Ottawa so far, his playing days and much more!
EP. 193: Giannis Builds Legacy With Bucks Championship
July 25, 2021 23:03 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MBFuad and Elias are back with another episode! The fellas recap the NBA Finals with the Milwaukee Bucks defeating the Phoenix Suns 4-2. The guys discuss Giannis' and the Bucks' playoff run especially the Greek Freak's Finals series and his clutch plays. Also, where does he rank among the greatest power forwards of all time.
EP. 192: Dame Drama & Bucks A Win Away From Championship
July 18, 2021 16:03 - 49 minutes - 68.1 MBFuad and Elias are back with another edition of 3 in the Key! The fellas discuss the Bucks winning Game 5 of the Finals and taking a 3-2 series lead. Big plays and games by key players in the series. The guys also discuss possible destinations for Damian Lillard including the Raptors. The fellas also touch on changes for Team USA and more coaching flavour across the league.
EP. 191: Phoenix 2 Wins Away From Larry OB & Nigeria Upsets USA
July 11, 2021 18:32 - 48 minutes - 66.2 MBFuad & Elias are back for another edition of 3 in the Key! The guys discuss the Suns being up 2-0 on the Bucks in the NBA Finals. Are the Bucks in trouble? Milwaukee's co-stars are providing enough help for Giannis. Is this year's championship harder to achieve than the bubble? Team USA is upset and Canada's U19 team.
EP. 190: Team Canada Unqualified & Suns-Bucks NBA Finals
July 04, 2021 18:26 - 50 minutes - 69 MBElias, Fuad, and Will are back with another edition of 3 in the Key! The fellas discuss the devastating loss for Team Canada in the Olympic Qualifier to the Czech Republic. What's next for Team Canada? The guys also preview the NBA Finals between the Milwaukee Bucks and Phoenix Suns.
EP. 189: Suns One Win Away From Finals, Raptors Get 4th Pick & New Coaches
June 27, 2021 19:45 - 41 minutes - 57 MBElias and Fuad are back for another edition of 3 in the Key! The fellas discuss the Conference Finals. The Suns are a win away from the Finals. Can the Hawks upset the Bucks? New Coaches around the league have been hired and what they can bring to their teams. Also, the Raptors have the 4th overall pick in the NBA Draft.
EP. 188: Bucks Brooklyn Battle, Clippers Without Kawhi and Final Episodes of 2021 Post Season
June 20, 2021 17:46 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBElias and Fuad are running the two-man show this week! The fellas discuss the epic Game 7 between the Bucks and Nets. Are the Bucks finally getting to the Finals? What the Western Conference Final will look like. More coaching changes around the NBA and some superstars are unhappy.
EP. 187: Suns Go For Sweep & Most Intriguing Head Coaching Jobs
June 13, 2021 19:00 - 47 minutes - 65.7 MBFuad, Will, and Elias are back with another episode! The fellas discuss what has been a kinda boring second round of the postseason. The guys talk about the head coaching vacancies around the league and which job is the most enticing for potential candidates.
EP. 186: Clippers Win Game 7, Conference Semis & Villain Trae
June 07, 2021 01:40 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBWill, Fuad, and Elias are back with another edition of 3 in the Key! The fellas dissect the Clippers Game 7 win over the Mavs. What is the offseason going to look like for Dallas? The guys also discuss the second round of the playoffs in both conferences. Somehow talk 2018 Draft and more!
EP. 185: Bucks Sweep Heat, Tatum's 50 & More NBA Playoffs
May 30, 2021 19:46 - 52 minutes - 71.7 MBElias, Fuad, and Will are together for another episode of 3 in the Key! The fellas discuss the Bucks sweeping the Heat and if Milwaukee can make it all the way. Tatum goes off for 50 and the Celtics win one against the Nets. Fan behavior is disgusting and more NBA playoffs.
EP. 184: Khris Clutch, Dame Time & Lowly Clippers
May 23, 2021 19:10 - 50 minutes - 69.7 MBElias and Fuad are back for another edition of 3 in the Key! The guys discuss the play-in tournament and the excitement behind it. Should LeBron be in health and safety protocols because he attended a private event. The fellas also discuss the first round matchups in the 2021 post season!
EP. 183: Road to NBA Playoffs & 2020 NBA Hall of Fame
May 16, 2021 19:08 - 44 minutes - 61 MBFuad and Elias discuss the last day of the NBA regular season with all the games going on today including all the implications, many teams have the possibility to move up, down in the standings. Also, Lakers or Blazers in the play-in tournament? The fellas also discuss the 2020 Hall of Fame class and the newly indcuted class of 2021. The Basketball Africa League also kicked off.
EP. 182: NBA MVP & Other Awards Voted By YOU
May 09, 2021 18:37 - 55 minutes - 76.2 MBElias and Fuad have another episode for all of you! The guys discuss the MVP race and their thoughts on the criteria as well as the candidates for the award and which player should take home the hardware. We asked YOU the question and have YOUR answer. The fellas discuss the other NBA awards as well as your thoughts on who should win. Also, are the Lakers going to play in the play-in tournament?
EP. 181: Suns & Others Clinch Playoff Berth & LeBron Never Back To 100%?
May 02, 2021 18:55 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MBFuad and Elias are back with another episode! The fellas talking about the few teams who have already clinched a berth in this year's postseason including the Suns for the first time in 11 years. Are they legit? Do you believe in the Suns? We revisit the Steph 20 threes in a game convo. A few players make their return from injury including LeBron but made some interesting comments post-game.
EP. 180: Knicks On Hot Streak & Steph On Hotter Streak
April 25, 2021 18:48 - 50 minutes - 68.9 MBElias and Fuad are back for another edition of 3 in the Key! The fellas discuss the Knicks and their winning streak. Is Julius Randle the Most Improved Player of the Year? Wizards have also put together a winning streak of their own. The guys talk about some MVP numbers from bigs Jokic and Embiid. Steph is from another planet! Can he hit 20 threes in one game?
EP. 179: NBA Play-In Tournament Controversy & Player Injuries
April 18, 2021 18:18 - 51 minutes - 70.5 MBElias and Fuad are back with another edition of 3 in the Key! This week the fellas discuss the controversy surrounding the NBA Play-In Tournament amid comments made by Luka Dončić and Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban. The guys also discuss some injuries around the league and if it's tied to the compressed schedule. They also discuss some of this week's news including Aldridge's retirement, Curry's hot shooting, and D-Wade becoming apart owner of the Jazz.
EP. 178: NBA Officiating & Post Trade Deadline Player Impacts
April 11, 2021 18:49 - 48 minutes - 66.6 MBFuad and Elias are back with another jam-packed episode! The fellas discuss the NBA officiating in the league right now and how referees are taking over games with calls and ejections. Also, the fellas speak on the players making an impact post-trade deadline.
EP. 177: Jalen Suggs Brings The Madness & Road To The NBA Playoffs
April 04, 2021 18:46 - 45 minutes - 62.2 MBElias and Fuad are back with a jam-packed episode! The fellas discuss the NCAA Final Four and preview the national championship game. They discuss Jalen Suggs' clutch game-winner and the possibility of him going number one in the NBA draft. The guys also discuss the road to the NBA playoffs.
EP. 176: March Madness & NBA Trade Deadline
March 28, 2021 17:43 - 44 minutes - 61.7 MBElias, Fuad, and Dave discuss the best time of year for NCAA basketball. The fellas talk about the tournament and their thoughts about the games so far. They also discuss the players who have increased their stock for this year's NBA draft and some locks for the top 5 picks. The guys also talk about all the mouvement that happend on NBA Trade Deadline day!
EP. 175: Blake Griffin, Andre Drummond & The NBA Trade Deadline
March 14, 2021 18:13 - 52 minutes - 71.5 MBFuad and Elias are back with a jam-packed show! The fellas discuss the All-Star game that just happened and their thoughts on all events being held on one night. They also speak about the NBA trade deadline that is approaching and the multiple players that have mutually agreed to part ways with their teams. Also, possible trade targets around the league. Finally, they speak a bit about NBA Top Shot.
EP. 174: Pandemic All-Star Game Reserves
February 27, 2021 19:04 - 50 minutes - 69.2 MBElias and Fuad are back for another episode! The fellas discuss the All-Star Reserves that were announced, mention the snubs, and talk about who can possibly take home MVP honors at this year's game. Elias and Fuad also discuss coaching in the NBA, the second half of the season, and the strength of schedule for a couple of teams in the league.
EP. 173: Pandemic All-Star Game
February 21, 2021 19:26 - 49 minutes - 67.6 MBFuad and Elias are back with everything you need to know around the NBA. The fellas chat about the All-Star Game, the starters, and who they think should be part of the reservers for both conferences. They discuss the Nets vs Lakers, could this be this year's Finals matchup. Draymond Green's comments about how players are being treated by their respective teams. They wrap up by talking about poster dunks.
EP. 172: Jazz on Fire and Nets with Harden
February 14, 2021 20:34 - 52 minutes - 71.7 MBElias and Fuad discuss the Jazz and their current hot play in the NBA. Can they keep it going and win in the postseason? The Nets with James Harden and the high-octane offense. The fellas also talk about the NBA during the pandemic and some Raptors talk.
EP. 171: Basketball in 2021
January 04, 2021 06:10 - 1 hour - 71.4 MBOh Hello! The boys are back and better than ever. As they breakdown and overreact to the first couple weeks of basketball so far. Who will win the East? Are the Raps a playoff team? KD for MVP? All that and more on the first episode of 2021!
EP. 170: NBA Bubble, Seeding Games and First Round Playoffs
August 23, 2020 23:02 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBThe 3 In The Key boys, Elias El-Zein, Will Wacklin, & Fuad Ahad talk about NBA Bubble basketball, Damian Lillard's Bubble MVP performance, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers' quest for a championship, the Toronto Raptors' quest to Defend the North, Kawhi & the Los Angeles Clippers taking on Luka Doncic & the Dallas Mavericks, Playoff P, the Milwaukee Bucks and a potential upset to the Miami Heat, the Philadelphia 76ers' struggles and future outlook for head coach Brett Brown, Joel Embiid...
EP. 169: Corona Virus Suspends NBA Season
March 15, 2020 17:12 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBElias, Fuad, and Will come out of self isolation to talk about the NBA being suspended after Rudy Gobert tested positive for COVID-19, Donovan Mitchell & Christian Wood also test positive, and what happens moving forward if the season returns or abruptly ends.
EP. 168: Raptors Playoffs and Kenny Atkinson, Nets Part Ways
March 08, 2020 17:19 - 42 minutes - 58.9 MBDave and Elias give you a two man show this week. Raptors and Lakers clinch playoff berths. Kenny Atkinson and the Brooklyn Nets have agreed to mutually part ways. Charles Barkley and Draymond Green exchange words. We give you a preview of the Lakers-Clippers matchup. We also speak about U Sports and the NCAA.
EXTRA SEGMENT: Marcus Anderson of the Carleton Ravens
March 05, 2020 18:53 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBWe recorded an extra segment with Marcus Anderson, fifth year guard for the Carleton Ravens. We discuss his University basketball career, future plans, the NBA, playing against NCAA teams and more.
EP. 167: Giannis vs Harden and Curry's Return?
March 01, 2020 18:58 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBWe talk Raps dropping two straight before heading West to play the Nuggets. The fellas give their takes on the Giannnis vs Harden feud, that keeps heating up. They play a little swish or miss on Curry returning, Trae vs Ariza, most interesting playoff match ups, and who will get that 8th seed. The key also welcomes in Carlton Raven player Marcus Anderson to talk the Canadian Final 8 and about his championship playing career as a Raven.
EP. 166: Heading Towards The NBA Playoffs
February 23, 2020 18:26 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBElias, Will, and Fuad talk about the post All-Star break NBA as teams get ready for the post-season. The Raptors start the second half of the season with a win against the Phoenix Suns while Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers seem to have some friction in a loss against the Sacramento Kings, Kyrie Irving is out for the season & Stephen Curry will return on March 1st, the Lakers vs Clippers rescheduled for April 9th, and which buyout signing will have the biggest impact?
EP. 165: Aaron Gordon Robbed & Kobe Bryant MVP Trophy
February 16, 2020 18:11 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBElias, Dave & Fuad talk about the All-Star Weekend festivities including Aaron Gordon getting snubbed for a second time in the dunk contest, the new Kobe Bryant All-Star Game MVP trophy, who wins between Team LeBron & Team Giannis, and the top 10 players in the NBA today.
EP. 164: Raptors' 14 Game Win Streak & NBA Trade Deadline
February 09, 2020 18:11 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBFuad and Dave run a two-man show today talking about the Raptors' franchise-record 14 game win streak, the trade deadline madness, All-Star snubs, and the horrible missed goal-tend call by the officials for Damian Lillard in the Portland Trailblazers vs Utah Jazz game.
EP. 163: Kobe Bryant Tribute
February 02, 2020 18:15 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBWe lost a legend. Elias, Dave, and Fuad pay tribute to Kobe Bryant, one of the most important figures in the game of basketball. They talk about the Mamba Mentality way of life, Kobe's impact on the game & on current players, and their favorite Kobe moments with some clips from the week.
EP. 162: LeBron Passes Kobe and Playoffmo & Moroccan Mamba
January 26, 2020 18:24 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBIt's a two man show with Elias & Fuad talking LeBron James passing Kobe Bryant for third all-time on the NBA's scoring list, Zion Williamson's historic debut and a special segment with viral sensations Playoffmo & Moroccan Mamba.
EP. 161: Zion Returns and Kyrie Goes Off
January 19, 2020 18:14 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBThe boys are back to talk about the healthy Toronto Raptors, Zion Williamson making his NBA debut, and Kyrie Irving's controversial comments about the Brooklyn Nets.
EP. 160: Mid-Season Drama & All-Star Voting
January 12, 2020 18:14 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBElias, Dave & Fuad are back for the first show of 2020 talking about the Toronto Raptors' continued success despite injuries, LeBron & Giannis leading the second returns for All-Star voting and possible trade scenarios before the trade deadline.
EP. 159: Christmas Day Preview
December 22, 2019 18:32 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBThe fellas are back to preview all the Christmas day games for you! The Raptors play their first Christmas day game since 2001. They'll be without Pascal Siakam, Marc Gasol and Norm Powell vs the hot Celtics. The Sixers host a Christmas Day game for the first time since 1988 vs the unstoppable Bucks. The Rockets play the struggling Warriors. The Lakers will play on Christmas Day for the 21st consecutive year. It is the fourth time that they do it vs the Clippers. Then to close out the slate, ...
EP. 158: Trade Season Is Upon Us
December 15, 2019 18:32 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBWe got a full house as Elias, Dave, Will & Fuad talk about possible trade destinations for Kevin Love & others, the Milwaukee Bucks' 18-game win streak, the Los Angeles Lakers' dominance + looking forward to a match-up with the Bucks, Kawhi's return to Toronto and a special edition of "Trade or Miss".
Ep. 157: Fred on Fire, Fizdale Fired
December 08, 2019 18:18 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBWill is back in Dave's absence joining Elias & Fuad to talk about Fred Van Vleet's All-Star level play and his upcoming big contract, the New York Knicks firing Dave Fizdale, and a new Advanced Stats Trivia segment.
EP. 156: Raptors, Harden's 60, and 2020 Draft Standouts
December 01, 2019 18:18 - 42 minutes - 39 MBDave joins Elias & Fuad this week to talk about the Raptors' 6 game win streak + their 33 game win streak vs divisional opponents, James Harden's ridiculous 60 points in 3 quarters, and 2020 NBA Draft standouts in the NCAA & in Australia.