Border Line Raptors
162 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago -Border Line Raptors is your weekly breakdown of our beloved Raps from 3 guys who don't have much else goin' on in their lives. We'll look at what the Raps are doing and how they are doing it, as well as current NBA storylines. Prepare to be amazed during our "Gambling Backyard" segment where the wise listener will never take our advice! #RapsRepeat!!
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Episodes
Farewell
April 05, 2024 03:21 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBOn this season and maybe series finale Bart, Aaron and Kitch say their final goodbyes.
Prop King Porter
March 26, 2024 23:11 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBOn this episode Bart and Aaron and Kitch talk about the Jontay Porter scandal and how the sports world is dealing with the black stains of gambling...although Bart is thrilled.
Limping to the finish line
March 19, 2024 22:40 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBOn this episode Bart and Aaron talk about the depleted Raps roster and how were limping to the finish line. They talk about who will be here next season and who won't be. They also discuss the infamous jersey swap, Bronny to the Raps and the NCAA tournament.
It's a Pizza Party!
February 28, 2024 21:21 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBOn this episode Bart Aaron and Kitch talk about the Raptors first 3 game winning streak of the season and their chances of closing out the season strong to clinch a play-in spot.
Future Looks _________?
February 20, 2024 22:39 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBOn this episode, Bart Aaron and Kitch talk about what the Raps future looks like and which teams have an even brighter one. They also go over the All Star Weekend and ideas for fixing it. Lebron makes another narcissistic comment and the Nuggets mascot is making it reign with cash just like Bart during Super Bowl LVIII.
Who's staying? Who's going?
February 05, 2024 22:47 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBOn this episode Bart and Aaron are joined by special guest Lucas Burns who runs @nba.in_depth on Instagram. They talk about: -What does Lucas like about the recent Raps moves and our potential future -Do the Raps not treat Scottie like the clear 1A? -Thoughts on Dark up to this point? -Where is Bruce Brown going to end up? -Who's the MVP favorite now? -Bermuda is not gambling friendly
All Stars & No Stripes
January 31, 2024 21:43 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBOn this episode Bart, Aaron and Kitch pick their All Start starters, bench and reserves. They also talk about Toronto's roll in previous all-star games. Meanwhile it looks like the Nick Nurse coaching tree is now a shrub.
Where's the accountability?
January 23, 2024 22:33 - 52 minutes - 47.6 MBOn this episode, Bart, Aaron and Kitch talk about the Masai press conference and whether he's been properly held accountable for his emotional decisions when it comes to handling players. They also talk about how the new pieces are doing and what else could potentially happen with the team before the trade deadline.
TY Pascal
January 17, 2024 21:26 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBOn this episode Bart and Aaron talk about the blockbuster Siakam trade and give their takes on his Raptors legacy.
All Aboard...Except Zone 5
January 17, 2024 01:52 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBOn this episode Bart officially quits being a Raptors fan after the Boston loss. Aaron "accidentally" admits that MJ is the Goat and still believes Siakam will be traded while Kitch wants to see the Raps trade with the Pacers while also seeing zone 5 passengers check their bags.
Calling in Reinforcements
January 03, 2024 02:53 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBOn this episode Bart, Aaron and Kitch (from the bathroom) talk about the big trade that went down between the Raps and Knicks and what it means for the Raptors future.
Ifs ands or butts
December 14, 2023 20:15 - 50 minutes - 46 MBOn this episode Aaron and Bart go over some hypothetical trades for the Raptors. They also evaluate whether the Raps are going to blow it all up or stay on the trajectory. They also talk the Giannis and Draymond drama and Aaron spills the beef on the anonymous sources overuse.
We Are Who They Thought They Were
December 07, 2023 00:12 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBOn this episode Bart, Aaron and Kitch talk about the Raps 9-11 start and has Masai seen enough to blow it up? They also give their first-quarter grades on some key Raps players while Bart re-discovers the graceland of Hate-Tok (don't forget to follow us).
Darko Days Ahead
November 29, 2023 23:41 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBOn this episode Bart and Aaron talk about what really is the future of the Raptors? Are the Raptors putting out the best lineup to actually win or are they developing the future? Bart also gives his flowers to Lebron and the in-season tournament while bashing Draymond again as he returns from his 5 game suspension.
New Year, Same Problems
November 23, 2023 00:13 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBOn this episode Bart, Aaron and Kitch acknowledge that this team is identical to last year's and Darko doesn't have the players to run the system he wants.
Lasso or Darko?
November 16, 2023 23:09 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBOn this episode Bart, Aaron and Kitch talk about how the Raptors are basically the same team from last year. They also think Darko is the real-life Ted Lasso while also sharing their thoughts on the in-season tournament and whether it's worth the hype.
A Star is Born
November 08, 2023 02:00 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBOn this episode, Bart Aaron and Kitch talk about the emergence of Scottie Barnes and the year he's been having so far. Is this the vision Masai had when Scottie was drafted and not traded during multiple rumors. The gang also talks about why the Raptors didn't tank for Wemby and the Poeltl a top 10 center in the NBA?
No Tricks and No Treats
November 01, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBOn this episode Bart, Aaron and Kitch are not happy with what they're seeing from the offense and the blame game has started. Are there enough pieces here to build or should the team officially hit the restart button?
1 Down 81 To Go
October 26, 2023 23:16 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBIn this episode Bart, Kitch and Aaron give a game 1 recap after a solid win over the Wolves. They talk about what impressed them and what needs more work and how Darko got down in the locker room after the dub.
HERE WE GO!
October 25, 2023 16:06 - 1 hour - 71.4 MBWith the 2023-2024 season officially starting here are the gang's season predictions for the Raptors and overall NBA season! Make sure to subscribe to the podcast to get Raptors and NBA news all season long!
It's Coming Together
October 20, 2023 13:17 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBOn this episode Bart and Aaron talk about the final days of preseason and who will make the final roster and what the 10-man rotation might look like. They also talk about where Gradey Dick might fall in the rotation by the end of the season along with the future for Malachy Flynn and Gary Trent Jr.
Pre-Season Game 1 Evaluation
October 12, 2023 13:06 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBBart and Aaron talk about how the Raptors looked against the Kings in the first pre-season game and what the roster may look like. They also question whether the Raps are still deficient in 3 point shooting and disagree on how Poeltl should be used.
New Season, New Hope
October 04, 2023 00:05 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBThe gang is back for the 2023 Season and have a new recurring guest that should be a familiar face; Aaron Rose. Aaron is a credentialed report for the Raptors and will be frequently joining us an insider. Today Bart, Kitch and Aaron talk about the upcoming 2023 season and how they felt about the messages given from Media day. Follow us on TikTok by clicking here: https://www.tiktok.com/@borderlineraptors
Fred VanFleeting
July 05, 2023 22:40 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBOn this episode Bart and Kitch talk about the start of free agency and if the Raptors really deserve their F grade. They also talk about why Raptors let Fred VanVleet go. Is OG staying to be a cornerstone. Are the dark ages ahead for Canada?
Entering the Darko Ages
June 29, 2023 01:29 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBBart and Kitch return to the mic to talk about the Raps new coach and the NBA draft thoughts.
Goodbye LeBronto?
May 24, 2023 23:11 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBOn this episode Kitch and Bart talk about silence in Raptorville regarding their next head coach. How the Nuggets and Heat look eerily similar to the 2019 Raptors. Why did LeBron do what he did. And is Nick Nurse a good lock for Phoenix?
Coaching Carousel Continues
May 10, 2023 01:04 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBOn this episode, kitch and bart talk about the potential coaching candidates for the Raptors and the recent rumors of former Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer. They also talk about what's been trending in the NBA playoffs
Farewell Nick
April 27, 2023 00:56 - 54 minutes - 50 MBOn this episode Bart and Kitch talk about Nick's official depature. Who will be the next to step in? Bart has a special message for TikTok Nation. Kitch tells us what he thinks about Coach Budenholzer
Implode or Improve w/ Eric Smith of Sportsnet
April 20, 2023 17:05 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBOn this episode Bart is joined by Eric Smith of Sportsnet, Raptors broadcaster and interviewer. Eric and Bart look ahead into what the offseason might look like and whether this team will implode or improve.
That's a Wrap, Next?
April 19, 2023 01:06 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBOn this episode Bart and Deno talk about the end of the Raptors season and what the future holds.
Here We Go
April 12, 2023 21:26 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBOn this play in special the guys talk about their chances of beating the Bulls or will this be the end of the 2023 season for the Raptors. Will this be the end for Nick Nurse's tenure as a Raptors coach?
Final Stretch
April 05, 2023 13:48 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBOn this episode Bart and Kitch talk about the final upcoming 3 games and potential seeding outcomes. They also talk about whether Nick Nurse gave his farewell address the other day and why it happened at this stage of the season. Is Kyrie officially something the NBA should avoid after the Mavs blunder and why is Bart off the Ben Affleck train?
10 to Go
March 22, 2023 23:11 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBWith 10 episodes left in the season the gang talks about how the team has done in the last 10 games and their predictions for the final 10.
Scott Foster and Friends
March 09, 2023 15:37 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBIn this episode Bart and Kitch talk about the controversial ejection of Scottie Barnes. They also discuss: - Nurse needs a Masterclass on how to challenge calls - Will Pascal make the leap into a true top 5 player and finally be able to put the game in his hands - Ja Morant and his troubles -
Back at Full Strength
March 01, 2023 23:56 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBIn this episode the gang is back at full strength and so is are the Toronto Raptors. The team evaluates potential seeding and who the sleepers are to win it all. We're also grading Yak and disclosing who the winner is for the ticket giveaway.
Misery Loves Company
February 17, 2023 12:00 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBOn this episode Bart is joined by special guest Aaron Rose to talk about the underwhelming Raptors season and his thoughts on it. In this episode Bart and Aaron talk about: - why did nothing happen during the trade deadline? - Can Masai really figure this out? - Is there actually a longterm plan? - Who will still be here by next season? - Are the Raptors really in no mans land?
Missing with Masai
February 10, 2023 01:30 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBDeno was a no-show up again and so were the Raptors this NBA deadline season. Bart and Kitch give their thoughts on Raptors doing nothing while the rest of the NBA had one of the craziest trade deadlines in history. They also share their thoughts on the other trades around the NBA and talk about what might be in store for the Raptors future. They also go over their Super Bowl picks and props.
A for effort
February 02, 2023 14:19 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBIn this episode Bart and Kitch appreciate the Raptors effort of late but are still waiting for the major roster shakeup. In other news: - the guys have homework to come back with Super Bowl Props - Bart reveals his South Carolina loophole when getting pulled over - 1 month away from the end of the giveaway (make sure to follow us on the Tok) - If we don't trade Fred it's time to run him into the ground
Running from the 6 with my woes
January 25, 2023 22:57 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBBart and Kitch are back from a week-long hiatus in Vegas. Kitch offers some advice to the casinos. Kitch talks what these next 3 weeks might look like with the Raptors in 12th. Is OG going to go for a haul? Will this trade season be a rags to riches story?
Make the pain go away
January 05, 2023 23:30 - 48 minutes - 43.9 MBDeno and Bart talk about an epic comeback last night against the Bucks that ended up in defeat on some woeful shooting. Bart is ready to switch teams while the Raptors head into a potential rebuild. Week 18 final picks and Bart reveals a Oracle like experience before the tragic Damar Hamlin injury.
Stuck in Limbo
December 29, 2022 20:18 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBOn the final episode of 2022 the gang talks about the Raptors finally ending their losing streak but still stuck in limbo on where their future lies. Do they break up the team and start re-building or get aggressive and make a run of the playoffs with new talent...or plan C; tank.
A Not so Jolly Xmas
December 21, 2022 23:30 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBIn this episode Bart and Kitch are not so jolly for the Xmas season. The Raptors look like a team morally defeated and lacking serious chemistry. The countdown is on to whether the Raptors officially blow this whole thing up and enter rebuild mode or fix the pieces of an underwhelming team.
REBUILD TIME?
December 16, 2022 17:20 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBIn this episode Bart, Deno and Kitch are getting gloomy of the season and whether Raptors are facing a potential rebuild. Will Bart be in buyers remorse over his season tickets or will the Raptors get aggressive near the trade deadline and sacrifice a starter for a mich needed shooter? Reminder: Our giveaway is still going on! Follow our tiktok page @borderlineraptors for a chance to win 2 tickets to the Raptors Pistons game on March 24. Winner will be selected on March 1.
Time to hit the panic button?
December 07, 2022 10:00 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBIn this episode the guys might be hitting the panic button after last night's loss to the Celtics. Other topics covered: - Kitch is putting on his Billy Beane hat and is ready to moneyball this shit to the end - Is Scottie our future PG or not? - Will the Raptors finally trade for a shooter? -NFL Week 14 Picks
Hiring 3 Point Shooters | Part II
December 04, 2022 15:24 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBDeno joins Bart for his part of the podcast tryout in this part II special. Deno and Bart talk about the lack of 3 point shooting on the Raptors squad and what really separates them between the East leading Celtics. Other topics covered: - Bart makes a big offer to TikTok nation and might have to lawyer up after - Siakam looks like a man possessed since coming back from injury - Bart picks his favorite new sport
Siakam Returns | Ep 115 Part 1
December 01, 2022 18:07 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBIn this episode Bart and Kitch talk about the return of Siakam. Other topics covered: - Bart bets big on the Wednesday night game - Celtics and Bucks are dominating the East but it's anyone's conference in the playoffs - MVP race is between Siakam and OG - Some advice to the FIFA World Cup - Big news for our TikTok followers
OG FOR MVP
November 24, 2022 00:33 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBOn this Thanksgiving Eve special Kitch finally admits that OG Anunoby is actually an MVP and not the bust he claimed. Bart is ready to be eaten by the TikTok trolls by admitting this. Other notes covered: - Toronto has the injury bug and so does the rest of the NBA - Golden State looks like a mess - Lakers need to cut Beverely after the Ayton Push - FIFA updates (Canada was scored upon as this was being recorded) - Jets bench Wilson for Mike White
Quarter of the way there
November 17, 2022 23:58 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBWe're about a quarter of the way into the season and the boys breakdown the Raptors season so far including all the injuries to date. Other topics covered: - Still expecting 47 wins? - Week 11 NFL picks - Team stats 15 games in - Scottie Barnes
Life without Siakam
November 09, 2022 23:49 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBIn episode 112 Deno joins the boys back as 2/3 of the group gets ready for Vegas. Kitch still hates the back-to-backs and Bart is on an anti-aquarium tirade. What else is covered? - Deno wants an apology for being "right" about OG Anunoby - Nick Nurse can't figure out how "or when" to call a challenge - NFL Week 10 Picks - Is Kyrie's career over? - Are the Warriors in trouble?
Buying the Hype?
November 03, 2022 13:48 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MBBart and Kitch talk about the promising start to the Raptors season and how they might be buying the hype. They also discuss: - The beginning of the end for the Nets with head coach Steve Nash departing from the team. - Will the Raptors get Durant by the trade deadline? - Will the Kyrie end up on unemployment? -Becoming social media famous - We almost had to write an obituary for Kitch