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#1627 - Pop the Cork - Confederacy of Dunks Basketball Podcast - OSBF256
August 03, 2022 04:00 - 1 hourRAPTORS: Armoni Brooks has been waived. It seems like there are three roster spots up for grabs between Juancho, Svi, Champagnie, Banton and Wilson. Which of these guys are gonna snag those three spots? Numbers, numbers, numbers. There are only so many touches. Which of the starters will average more points next season than last season, and which will average less? NBA: Our guest, Alan, wants to be Byron Scott in Winning Time. We all go through our basketball lookalikes and discuss who we'd l...
#1626 - Otto Porter Breakdown, Scottie's Development + More - Samson's Mailbag
August 02, 2022 13:00 - 1 hourSamson Folk answers questions from listeners/viewers. Timestamps could be changed by 30 seconds or 1 minute depending on implemented ads. 0:29 - how will OPJ fit/be used on the Raptors? 6:23 - how does Malachi Flynn factor into next season? 10:34 - Where does Precious Achiuwa need to improve his game? 18:08 - My favorite archetypes to watch? 20:50 - The Raptors lack or pick n' roll 24:39 - Scottie's development as a scorer and passer 31:01 - Nick Nurse overplaying guys 32:25 - My Fa...
#1625 - The Fascinating Development of Scottie Barnes
July 27, 2022 14:00 - 43 minutesSamson Folk brings on Ben Pfeifer to discuss his video on Scottie Barnes' role versatility and unique development. Watch Ben's video here: https://youtu.be/HpRVvClq26o Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1626 - The Fascinating Development of Scottie Barnes
July 27, 2022 14:00 - 43 minutesSamson Folk brings on Ben Pfeifer to discuss his video on Scottie Barnes' role versatility and unique development. Watch Ben's video here: https://youtu.be/HpRVvClq26o Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1624 - Tiers of Joy - Confederacy of Dunks Basketball Podcast - OSBF255
July 27, 2022 04:26 - 55 minutesFreddie is battling through a bout of Covid, but he managed to fight through and talk some Raps! RAPTORS: Assuming nothing changes, what tier do the Raptors fall in within the Eastern Conference? Who should start, Gary or Precious? NBA: The Pistons are bringing back the teal. What's a fun Jersey re-design or throwback you'd like to see? It looks like the Celtics may have pissed Jaylen Brown off. What franchise has the best reputation among players and agents? With Louis Zatzman and Matt McCre...
#1623 - Tall Trade Ammo - Confederacy of Dunks Basketball Podcast - OSBF254
July 20, 2022 04:51 - 1 hourRaptors: The Kevin Durant trade talk carries on and so do Raptor debates of all kinds. Based on the fan noise, which current Raptor is overvalued, properly valued and undervalued? Summer League has come and gone. What is the biggest Raptors takeaway? NBA: Spencer Dinwiddie plans to make a real Iron Man suit post playing career. Who else in the NBA might have weird post-career plans and what are they? What team has won the off-season so far? With Chris Walder, Derick Deonarain and Sheldon Alex...
#1622 - Navigating the Gong Show - Confederacy of Dunks Basketball Podcast - OSBF253
July 13, 2022 08:05 - 1 hourIs the media giving the team the respect it deserves now or are they still being viewed as a place for banishment? RAPTORS: Because of the KD talk, the Raptors have been in the news a ton. What's the major takeaway from how the Raptors are discussed? What's the most interesting summer league storyline for the Raptors? NBA: The NBA is looking to eliminate the "take foul" with a new penalty that will be a free throw and the ball. What rule should be added, changed or removed? Who will be the br...
#1621 - Raptor's Free Agency Reaction | Runnin' Off The Screen
July 04, 2022 14:53 - 1 hourThe man they call Mac and Curly discuss the Raptors' re-signing Boucher, Thad Young and signing Otto Porter Jr., if they would include Scottie Barnes in a deal for Kevin Durant and more. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PA6SAyWgUfY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1620 - Chris Boucher and Thad Young Re-Sign + the Ayton and Durant Trade Talks
July 01, 2022 00:58 - 13 minutesSamson Folk discusses the deals that Chris Boucher and Thad Young signed with the Raptors, plus the team's involvement in all the big trade discussions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1619 - Gauging That Win-Now Mentality - Confederacy of Dunks Basketball Podcast - OSBF252
June 29, 2022 05:57 - 48 minutesWelcome to our Off-season Basketball Funhouse! The draft is over and some interesting rumours have started to swirl. RAPTORS: The team has drafted a big in Christian Koloko! How we feeling about Masai and Bobby straying from the 6'9" method? There's a rumour going around about a possible Scottie Barnes/Kevin Durant trade. If it brings us into contender status again, should the team go for it? NBA: People are loving Hustle. If you had to make an NBA-style movie, what would it be? Who will be t...
#1618 - Guitargate & Rookie Ruminations - Buckets & Tea NBA Show
June 28, 2022 11:00 - 54 minutesHappy Pride! On this week’s edition of Buckets & Tea, Cathryn is joined by good friends of the show Kris Myers and Matt McCready to discuss: A Nick Nurse Hottie Highlight too juicy to leave til the end! Cathryn and Kris break down Nick’s special appearance with Prince’s former band The New Power Generation at the Toronto Jazz Festival, including a bombshell about Nick’s guitar playing, a beautiful moment between Kris and Nick, and Cathryn finally meeting Nick in person! An eventful NBA Draf...
#1617 - The Christian Koloko Scouting Report w/ Zach Milner - Raptors Weekly Podcast
June 25, 2022 11:00 - 36 minutesSamson Folk brings on professional scout, Zach Milner to talk about the Raptors #33 selection, Christian Koloko. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1616 - Drafting Masai's First Love - Confederacy of Dunks Basketball Podcast - S9E251
June 22, 2022 04:00 - 54 minutesIt's our season 09 finale! Thanks to all of you who have been listening to us this year, rating us and commenting. We're gonna continue on through the summer with our off-season episodes and season 10 will debut in October! RAPTORS: The draft is on Thursday the 23rd. We take a look at the Raptors' past drafts and what made them memorable. Vince Carter used to have a summer charity basketball game at the ACC and it was a scene. Which current Raptor should have a summer event and what would it ...
#1615 - Conclusions and Cooking (with Freddie Rivas and Lauren Mitchell) - Buckets & Tea NBA Show
June 21, 2022 12:00 - 52 minutesOn this week's Buckets & Tea, guests Lauren Mitchell and Freddie Rivas join the podcast to discuss the Golden State Warriors becoming NBA champions yet again! The gang gives their thoughts on the Dubs' latest title run, then address the “is Steph a top 10 player?” question, and why this type of conversation is inherently flawed. We also look at what both Boston and Golden State need to accomplish to end up in the Finals again next year. Then, in our Raptors Homer Moment, we look ahead to free...
#1614 - The Final Pre-Draft Discussion ft. The Group Chat - Raptors Weekly Podcast
June 21, 2022 11:00 - 57 minutesSamson Folk brings on Tre, Nabeel, and Goose to talk about who they like for the Raptors in the draft. Timestamps may be effected by implemented ads. 1:24 - Goose's ideal pick / Blake Wesley 3:20 - Nabeel's ideal pick / Caleb Houstan 12:57 - Tre's ideal pick / Jaylin Williams 21:55 - What is Tre trying to identify in the 2nd Rd / Defense 23:15 - What is Nabeel trying to identify in the 2nd Rd / Depends on Context 24:35 - What is Goose trying to identify in the 2nd Rd / Outlier skills ...
#1613 - The Raptors' 2022 Draft Candidates: Part 2 | Runnin' Off The Screen
June 19, 2022 16:59 - 51 minutesYou can watch this podcast here. Make sure to subscribe to RR's YouTube channel for the best Raptors analysis. The man they call Mac is joined by Samson, Brendan and Curly as they discuss their favourite prospects for the Raptors in the 2022 NBA Draft. (0:00) - Intro (0:55) - What archetype would you select for the Raptors? ******************* (6:00) - Top 3 draft options with the 33rd pick ***Brendan's Picks*** (6:27) - Jake Laravia (8:36) - Jaylin Williams (10:38) - Andrew Nembhard ***C...
#1612 - Can't Beat a Good Trade - Confederacy of Dunks Basketball Podcast - S9E250
June 15, 2022 04:00 - 52 minutesRAPTORS: Transaction fans vs Chemistry fans: Some fans are wanting the Raptors to trade assets to get assets and others want to see this current squad gel. What is the better camp to be in? Kyle Lowry Street! What other Raptor deserves a Toronto street and where should it be put? NBA: The Wiggins game! What other unlikely players have had a big playoff game? Adam Silver is hell-bent on creating an in-season tournament. If you were forced to make a change to the NBA regular season, what would ...
#1611 - Discussing Jaylin Williams, Ismael Kamagate, and Dalen Terry w/ Evin Gualberto - Raptors Weekly Podcast
June 14, 2022 11:00 - 1 hourSamson Folk brings on coach and scout, Evin Gualberto to discuss Ismael Kamagate, Jaylin Williams, and Dalen Terry's draft candidacy for the Raptors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1610 - Discussing 12 draft options w/ Francis Adu - Raptors Weekly Podcast
June 10, 2022 11:00 - 2 hoursSamson Folk talks to professional scout, Francis Adu about a huge collection of players that the Raptors might draft. 0:30 - Who have the Raptors worked out so far? 3:18 - Julian Champagnie 17:18 - Josh Minott 28:33 - Kendall Brown 39:33 - Jake LaRavia 54:15 - Peyton Watson 1:07:08 - Leonard Miller 1:18:10- Wendell Moore 1:31:03 - Trevor Keels 1:42:34 - Christian Braun 1:47:08 - Picking bets for an Initiator, a meaningful contributor on a decent playoff team, and a high-level def...
#1609 - All-Times at 6'9" - Confederacy of Dunks Basketball Podcast - S9E249
June 09, 2022 04:00 - 52 minutesRaptors: Vision 6’9”, the franchise version: What’s the best 8-man Raptors rotation of all-time if they’re between 6’7” and 6’9”? Nick Nurse seems to be really making the rounds on Canadian TV shows. What show should he do next and what role would he play? NBA: Freddie has picked against the Celtics in every round. It’s a blind spot for him. What are some other blind spots when analyzing the NBA? There’s been a lot of talk about the Warriors crowd not being great. Does winning negatively impa...
#1608 - Series Splits & Shooting Stars - Buckets & Tea NBA Show (with Ian Gordon)
June 07, 2022 11:30 - 1 hourOn this week's Buckets & Tea, comedian Ian Gordon joins Cathryn to discuss the first two games of the NBA Finals: The allure and legacy of the Warriors dynasty, and whether Steph Curry is a top 10 player of all time Draymond Green walking the line with the refs: is he becoming too much like Patrick Beverley, or should he continue to be aggressive? The likeability of the Celtics, despite our status as Raptors fans biased against a divisional rival The heartwarming comeback stories of Al Ho...
#1607 - The Raptors' 2022 Draft Candidates | Runnin' Off The Screen
June 04, 2022 15:50 - 18 minutesThe man they call Mac delivers his take on who the Raptors should consider with the 33rd pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vMvM9K0yOo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1606 - Learning to Ease the Rookie Pressure - Confederacy of Dunks Basketball Podcast - S9E248
June 01, 2022 04:00 - 51 minutesA new trade rumour has popped up, this time with OG Anunoby, which means the media pressure on our rookie of the year is starting to heat up. RAPTORS: It's the summer, so here come the rumours about the Raptors trading good players again! Now it's OG. Is there any logic to the idea that the Raptors need to clear a runway for Scottie? Who should they trade? Goofy summer segment alert: let's rebrand the Raptors for no good reason. If MLSE put you in charge of a big change, what is their new tea...
#1605 - Some quick thoughts on the OG Anunoby rumours
May 31, 2022 18:16 - 10 minutesSamson Folk sits down to talk about the OG Anunoby trade rumours that have surfaced. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1604 - Caffeine & Conference Finals (with Ryan Henry & Kris Myers) - Buckets & Tea NBA Show
May 31, 2022 16:58 - 1 hourOn this week's edition of Buckets & Tea, host Cathryn Naiker is joined by Below the Hardwood's Ryan Henry and friend of the show Kris Myers to discuss both the Eastern and Western Conference Finals. We recap Heat-Celtics Game 7: Miami's inconsistent offence, what they might have to do for next season, and look back at Kyle's first season with the Heat. We also try to clear up some confusion around Jayson Tatum's Kobe armband. Then, avid Mavericks fan Ryan gives his thoughts on their WCF los...
#1603 - Samson's Off-Season Mailbag ft. trade proposals, draft targets, and basketball philosophy
May 30, 2022 11:00 - 56 minutesSamson Folk fields a whole bunch of questions from listeners about how the Raptors should approach the off-season + more. Timestamps may be changed by 30 seconds to 1 minute from implemented ads. :50 - Can Pascal and FVV be championship leaders in an NBA with parity? 03:40 - Precious' future as a hub or finisher 09:45 - Trade options with the 33rd pick 13:05 - What am I reading and listening to 14:35 - Jalen McDaniels & Cody Martin's fit on the Raptors 16:20 - OG's Potential for All-Star 18:5...
#1602 - Let's Get Wildly Unrealistic For a Moment - Confederacy of Dunks Basketball Podcast - S9E247
May 25, 2022 04:00 - 56 minutesRumours involving the Raptors are almost always in direct conflict with how Masai operates, but it's hard to ignore the different trade scenarios. RAPTORS: Imagine that we are a team that can pull off a Kawhi trade without losing our most important pieces to get it done. Who is the big star that we're bringing in? J-Cole will be playing basketball in the CEBL. What other celebrity would you like to see playing for the Raptors? NBA: There are so many consistently lopsided victories in the play...
#1601 - Favourite Season and Off-Season Storylines w/ Sean Woodley - Raptors Weekly Podcast
May 23, 2022 11:00 - 53 minutesHost Samson Folk brings on Sean Woodley to discuss their favourite storylines from the season, and what they're paying attention to in the off-season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1600 - The Interview: Amy Audibert, Sportsnet Reporter / Analyst
May 20, 2022 12:00 - 31 minutesHost Andrew Damelin is joined by Raptors rookie sensation Amy Audibert. Amy had been grinding the freelance broadcasting life for about a decade until she finally got her break with Sportsnet. Amy reflects on the pressure she felt going into her first NBA broadcast, and fondly recalls the moment she heard she was getting full time call-up to the NBA. We also talk plenty of Raptors, including: Misconceptions about Chris Boucher How soon Amy knew Scottie Barnes was very legit Amy Audibert: P...
#1599 - That 2013-14 Feeling - Confederacy of Dunks Basketball Podcast - S9E246
May 18, 2022 05:30 - 1 hourWe may be entering a new era, but we've been around long enough to recognize when we've felt like this before. RAPTORS: If this season was equal to the 2013-14 campaign as far as success and promise, then who are they emulating next year? What single player's personal development is most important to next year's team in terms of wins and losses? What does this player need to get better at? NBA: The Pat Bev slander session on First Take was wild. If you had the opportunity to go on the show an...
#1598 - What off-season options do the Raptors have? w/ Louis Zatzman - Raptors Weekly Podcast
May 17, 2022 11:00 - 54 minutesHost Samson Folk brings on Louis Zatzman to talk about what options the Raptors have to improve their team in the off-season. You can watch this discussion on YouTube. Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1597 - Goodbyes & Wife Guys (with Samson Folk) - Buckets & Tea NBA Show
May 13, 2022 11:00 - 1 hourOn this week’s Buckets & Tea, Raptors Republic’s very own man-about-town Samson Folk joins Cathryn Naiker to discuss: The exciting and enticing series between the Bucks and the Celtics, including the Bucks’ dramatic Game 5 win, Cathryn’s possible inexplicable dislike of Jrue Holiday, and whether Serge Ibaka has more to give in the NBA. The Warriors’ disastrous loss to the Ja Morant-less Grizzlies, the ways that losing Morant from the lineup benefits their matchups against Golden State, and ...
#1596 - Who to Add to the Core - Confederacy of Dunks Basketball Podcast - S9E245
May 11, 2022 04:00 - 1 hourWith some potential Rudy Gobert interest leaking from the front office, it's time to start talking about potential free agent acquisitions. RAPTORS: It's early and will be a revisited summer topic, but what UFA would be the perfect addition to this roster? The Philadelphia 76ers have a song for when they win home games. It's kind of...great? What song should the Raptors play when they win home games? NBA: Four international MVP's in a row! What year will it be when there is another American M...
#1595 - Frustrations & Flagrant Fouls - Buckets & Tea NBA Show
May 08, 2022 12:45 - 1 hourOn this week's Buckets & Tea, Cathryn Naiker is joined by guests Matthew Brown & Freddie Rivas to discuss: The Golden State Warriors - Memphis Grizzles series! We debate the flagrant fouls that have shaped the series so far and ask what - if anything - has gone too far. Then, we dive a little bit into the Eastern Conference playoffs and talk about Joel Embiid's injury, how it affects the 76ers playoff run, and if 'The Process' works. In our Raptors Homer Moment, we talk about Masai’s post-...
#1594 - Raptors’ Offseason Wish List | Runnin’ Off The Screen
May 05, 2022 10:00 - 14 minutesYou can watch this episode on YouTube! The man they call Mac discusses some free agency and trade options for the Raptors' this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1593 - Masai's Patience Trumps All - Confederacy of Dunks Basketball Podcast - S9E244
May 04, 2022 04:00 - 1 hourWell, unfortunately, history was not made by the Toronto Raptors this time. The future of team hasn't shined this bright in years, though. RAPTORS: Going back over the season, we ask the question: What was the favourite and least favourite thing about this squad? What should be the biggest front office takeaway from the playoffs this year? NBA: Draymond Green did a podcast after his flagrant 2 in game 1. Some players have a podcast, but what other player needs to get on the podcatchers with s...
#1592 - The Definitive Season Review w/ Louis Zatzman
May 03, 2022 11:00 - 2 hoursSamson Folk talks to Louis Zatzman about everything in the Raptors season. Offensive principles, defensive principles, scheme, and talking about every player 1 by 1. A whole bunch of Raptors stuff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1591 - Elimination and Optimism (with Andrew Ivimey & Tristan Douglas) - Buckets & Tea NBA Show
April 30, 2022 12:55 - 1 hourOn this week’s episode of Buckets & Tea, Cathryn Naiker is joined by special guests Andrew Ivimey (Stand-up comedy and the Talk From Superheroes podcast) and Tristan Douglas aka @halfgood_ (amazing Raptors gameday posters on Twitter)! Once again Cathryn flips the script to discuss the end of the Toronto Raptors 2021-22 season, both disappointment over the 3-0 comeback dream failing to become reality and excitement over what the team accomplished and their future outlook. Then it’s on to the ...
#1590 - Cooling down from Game 6 - No Off Days
April 29, 2022 16:50 - 18 minutesSamson Folk and Louis Zatzman discuss Game 6 after their second watch is done, and their pieces are printed. Last one of the season, so thank you for tuning in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1589 - Goodbye friends, what an end - Raptors Reaction Podcast
April 29, 2022 02:11 - 19 minutesHost Samson Folk details the Raptors game 6 loss to the 76ers, their last game of the season. Reggie Evans Award: Chris Boucher Mitchell Robinson Award: Joel Embiid QR Comment: moderate_observer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1588 - Tally Ho, Talking Raptors Podcast, S9E20
April 27, 2022 18:16 - 58 minutesThe Toronto Raptors look good but they are still fighting for their lives. Momentum feels like it has shifted and you can feel the excitement bubbling. Could it be history in the making? On this episode of Talking Raptors, Nick and Barry hop into the studio to break down the series so far and try to keep calm, cool and collected. They Discuss: Recap Fred VanVleet Broadcasts Drake and Nav Nick Nurse Twitter Questions All this and a bit more. As always we thank you for listening and we h...
#1587 - Mid-Series Review w/ Jackson Frank
April 27, 2022 12:00 - 42 minutesHost Samson Folk brings on terrific 76ers (and NBA) analyst, Jackson Frank to talk about the series up until this point. The important adjustments that have been made, what decisions might happen going forward, and doubling down on predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1586 - It Ain't Over Till It's Over - Confederacy of Dunks Basketball Podcast - S9E243
April 27, 2022 05:00 - 1 hourIf you remove one Embiid OT revenge shot, it's the Raptors up 3-2. Game six coming up tomorrow. What's it gonna take to get to game seven? RAPTORS: Can the Raptors really do this thing? What's the path to a game seven victory? We're seeing this 6'9" Bobby/Masai vision play out, especially with Fred sidelined. Where would you rank this style of team? NBA: We have seen some creative protests of owner Glen Taylor's animal rights abuses linked to bird flu in Iowa in the Minnesota VS Memphis serie...
#1586 - Smells Like Team Spirit - Confederacy of Dunks Basketball Podcast - S9E243
April 27, 2022 05:00 - 1 hourIf you remove one Embiid OT revenge shot, it's the Raptors up 3-2. Game six coming up tomorrow. What's it gonna take to get to game seven? RAPTORS: Can the Raptors really do this thing? What's the path to a game seven victory? We're seeing this 6'9" Bobby/Masai vision play out, especially with Fred sidelined. Where would you rank this style of team? NBA: We have seen some creative protests of owner Glen Taylor's animal rights abuses linked to bird flu in Iowa in the Minnesota VS Memphis serie...
#1585 - Leading with Defense - No Off Days
April 26, 2022 18:54 - 37 minutesSamson Folk and Louis Zatzman discuss the Raptors Game 5 victory after their second watch is done, and their pieces have been printed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1584 - 76ers' Fate In The Hands of the Long Bois | Rap Up
April 26, 2022 13:00 - 56 minutesWarning: This podcast contains explicit language. Kyle Brickman, Adon Moss, and Podfather Zarar give their instant reactions to the Raptors' big Game 5 win on the road in Philadelphia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1583 - Length weaponized, see you in Game 6 - Raptors Reaction Podcast
April 26, 2022 02:53 - 21 minutesHost Samson Folk details the Raptors game 5 win. Reggie Evans Award: Pascal Siakam QR Comment: Clipse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1582 - We've got a stew going - No Off Days
April 24, 2022 18:57 - 30 minutesSamson Folk and Louis Zatzman come together to discuss Game 4 after their second watch is done, and their pieces are printed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1581 - Embiid betrayed by refs, Raps stay alive | Raps 110 - Sixers 102 | Rap Up
April 23, 2022 21:46 - 59 minutesKyle Brickman, Sahal Abdi, and Adon Moss goes live after Toronto Raptors win their first postseason game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#1580 - Executing the blueprint in a win - Raptors Reaction Podcast
April 23, 2022 21:17 - 27 minutesHost Samson Folk details the Raptors win over the 76ers. Reggie Evans Award: Thad Young QR Comment: Robin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices