Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors

The year 2024 was not kind to the Toronto Raptors, who revamped their roster and lost a whole lot of games along the way. In Episode 1776, Sean Woodley and Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet, Sportscasting) review the year that was in Raptors hoops and run through their biggest takeaways, best and worst things, and their biggest surprises and disappointments from the last 12 months. Off the top, they get this year being one of transformation for the Raptors, how they executed their retooling around Scottie Barnes, and how they got back to their roots as a development-first franchise. Next, they run through the best and worst things from the year, with talk of Vince Carter night, Day 2 of the NBA Draft, untimely injuries and having to watch Jordan Nwora and Malik Williams play basketball. Lastly, they close out with their biggest surprises and disappointments from the year, including the Pascal Siakam trade return not looking terrible, RJ Barrett's transformation into an efficient scorer, the way things ended between the franchise and Siakam, and the abrupt end to the IQ-RJ-Pascal-Scottie-Jak version of the team that served up the best week of basketball the team played all year in the first week of the year. Join us on the Locked On Raptors Discord server! https://discord.gg/5WzNRG3WSubscribe for free to the Locked On Raptors Newsletter: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket RXRight now, our listeners can get 40% off your first order when you use code LOCKEDONNBA at RocketRX.com. Terms and Conditions apply.Rocket RX: Better sex, made simple.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelThe NFL Playoffs are almost here, but it’s not too late to get in on the regular season action with FanDuel because right now, new customers can finish the season strong with TWO HUNDRED and FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins. Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

The Toronto Raptors got Bruce Brown, Jakob Poeltl and Ja'Kobe Walter back in the lineup on Sunday, but got absolutely punked by the Atlanta Hawks 136-107 at home to push their league-worst losing streak to 10 games. In Episode 1775, Sean Woodley goes solo to dissect all that went wrong for the Raptors in a game that might represent absolute rock bottom, the porous defense and foolish turnovers that did the team in, the validity of various excuses and explanations, the psychology of losing 10-straight games, Bruce Brown's return, Scottie Barnes' midrange shooting, awful wing defense, Jonathan Mogbo falling out of the rotation and more. It's been awful lately, but that doesn't mean it'll stay this awful. Join us on the Discord! https://discord.gg/5WzNRG3WSubscribe FOR FREE to the Locked On Raptors Newsletter: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptors Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket RXRight now, our listeners can get 40% off your first order when you use code LOCKEDONNBA at RocketRX.com. Terms and Conditions apply.Rocket RX: Better sex, made simple.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelThe NFL Playoffs are almost here, but it’s not too late to get in on the regular season action with FanDuel because right now, new customers can finish the season strong with TWO HUNDRED and FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins. Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

The Toronto Raptors gave up a season worst 155 points to the Memphis Grizzlies and dropped their ninth-straight game on Boxing Day to fall to 7-24. In Episode 1774, Sean Woodley goes solo to recap the loss which didn't really offer a ton in the way of fascinating Xs and Os, the absence of Jakob Poeltl being felt big time, why a miserable 2024 should give way to a much more intriguing 2025 and the Good, Bad and Hmm from the loss to the Grizz. Off the top, Sean digs into how and why this Raptors team has lost the flame that had the good times rolling even through the losses early in the season, and why not having Jakob Poeltl available it the biggest culprit in that regard. Next, the final Toxic Positivity Friday of 2024 features some hopeful words about what 2025 should hold for the Raptors after a very tough 2024. Lastly, Sean runs through The Good (Kelly Olynyk's offense looking sharp), The Bad (stolen Vancouver valour) and The Hmmm (is RJ Barrett's defense gonna be a dealbreaker?) to round out the show. Discord: https://discord.gg/3nWJ79dhNewsletter: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Skylight FramesWe've got the perfect gift for you! Skylight Frame is the touchscreen digital photo frame your whole family will love. As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $20 OFF your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to SkylightFrame.com/NBA.BILT RewardsStart earning points on rent you're already paying by going to joinbilt.com/lockedonnba.Rocket RXRight now, our listeners can get 40% off your first order when you use code LOCKEDONNBA at RocketRX.com. Terms and Conditions apply.Rocket RX: Better sex, made simple.RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelThe NFL Playoffs are almost here, but it’s not too late to get in on the regular season action with FanDuel because right now, new customers can finish the season strong with TWO HUNDRED and FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins.Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

The Toronto Raptors fell 139-125 to the New York Knicks on Monday night for their eighth consecutive loss. In Episode 1773, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to talk about the Raptors dropping their eighth in a row to the Knicks, whether bad habits are starting to set in for the Raptors as they continue to wait for healthy reinforcements, Scottie Barnes with something of a bounce back game, offensive rebounding woes and much more! Off the top, they get into the rough defensive effort by the Raptors and the toll of losing as many games as they have so far. Next, Scottie Barnes put up 24-3-8 in a bit of a bounce back effort following a pair of duds upon returning from injury. How exciting is his the development of his midrange game? What still needs refining? And can he tap more into the transition success he found on Monday? Lastly, they run through The Good (Chris Boucher, Ja'Kobe Walter), The Bad (offensive rebounding, Ochai Agbaji) and The Hmmm (Vince Carter: shooting coach?, Gradey Dick's rim struggles) and more! Join us on the Locked On Raptors Discord server: https://discord.gg/3nWJ79dhLocked On Raptors DAILY newsletter: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Skylight FramesWe've got the perfect gift for you! Skylight Frame is the touchscreen digital photo frame your whole family will love. As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $20 OFF your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to SkylightFrame.com/NBA.BILT RewardsStart earning points on rent you're already paying by going to joinbilt.com/lockedonnba.Rocket RXRight now, our listeners can get 40% off your first order when you use code LOCKEDONNBA at RocketRX.com. Terms and Conditions apply.Rocket RX: Better sex, made simple.RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelThe NFL Playoffs are almost here, but it’s not too late to get in on the regular season action with FanDuel because right now, new customers can finish the season strong with TWO HUNDRED and FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins.Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

Scottie Barnes struggled again in his second game back from injury and the Toronto Raptors fell 114-110 to the Houston Rockets despite Ja'Kobe Walter going off for a career-best 27 points. In Episode 1772, Sean Woodley is back from some time on the shelf to talk about the loss to Houston, Scottie Barnes mostly explainable struggles, the fan base losing its patience for no reason, the rookies, Gradey Dick's handle and much more. Off the top, Sean gets into Barnes' struggles against both the Nets and Rockets since returning, and why it's absurd to call Barnes' validity as a leading man into question after two not so great outings within a poor team context. Next, Sean digs into the Raptors' rookies performances, Ja'Kobe Walter's 27-points  and his tantalizing flashes, Jamal Shead's reemergence, Jamison Battle banging threes, and Jonathan Mogbo's struggles. Lastly, Sean  runs through The Good (another Chris Boucher heater), The Bad (Gradey Dick's handle against physicality) and The Hmmm (are the Raptors losing enough now that they can let their guys just play when they're back?) to round out the show. Join us on the Locked On Raptors Discord server! https://discord.gg/3nWJ79dhSubscribe to the Locked On Raptors Newsletter! https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Skylight FramesWe've got the perfect gift for you! Skylight Frame is the touchscreen digital photo frame your whole family will love. As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $20 OFF your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to SkylightFrame.com/NBA.BILT RewardsStart earning points on rent you're already paying by going to joinbilt.com/lockedonnba.Rocket RXRight now, our listeners can get 40% off your first order when you use code LOCKEDONNBA at RocketRX.com. Terms and Conditions apply.Rocket RX: Better sex, made simple.RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelThe NFL Playoffs are almost here, but it’s not too late to get in on the regular season action with FanDuel because right now, new customers can finish the season strong with TWO HUNDRED and FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins.Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)  Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

The Toronto Raptors fell short in an attempted comeback against the Chicago Bulls and lost 122-121 on Monday while, while starting center Jakob Poeltl left the game with a groin injury. In Episode 1771, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to talk about the Raptors best efforts to come back without Poeltl in the fourth quarter, why the game offered a preview of what life without Poeltl will probably look like, the overall listlessness of the Raptors throughout the first three quarters, Jamal Shead's big fourth quarter and much more. Off the top, Sean and Vivek chat about the attempted comeback in the fourth quarter, where the limitations of not having Jakob Poeltl burned them, Gradey Dick lightning the nets on fire, and what the injury to Poeltl means going forward. Next, they chat about a sleep first three quarters, and whether the atrophy of losing is starting to set in for the Raptors. Lastly, they run through The Good (Jamal Shead), The Bad (RJ Barrett's late-game decision-making, Jonathan Mogbo looking green) and The Hmm (Raptors-Nets on Thursday -- uh, oh, and ramifications for poor transition defense) to round out the show. Join us on the Discord! https://discord.gg/2kSCzfPnSubscribe FOR FREE to the daily Locked On Raptors Newsletter: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today.BILT RewardsStart earning points on rent you're already paying by going to joinbilt.com/lockedonnba. Rocket RXRight now, our listeners can get 40% off your first order when you use code LOCKEDONNBA at RocketRX.com. Terms and Conditions apply. Rocket RX: Better sex, made simple.RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Rediscover your curiosity with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

With the December 15th milestone now behind is, it's officially TRADE SEASON in the NBA, and for the first time in a while, the Raptors don't figure to be super involved in the action -- which is a major relief! In Episode 1770, Sean Woodley is joined by Joseph Casciaro (the Score) to talk about the Toronto Raptors in the lead-up to the 2025 NBA Trade Deadline, why they don't figure to be major players, which guys could get moved, and whether we could get caught off guard by any surprises between now and February. Off the top, Sean and Cash rejoice at the Raptors not being the main characters of this deadline, and discuss why a Jakob Poeltl trade would make very little sense for the team at this juncture. Next, they get into the team's expiring players: Davion Mitchell, Chris Boucher and Bruce Brown Jr., and whether the Raptors will get much return if any for the three pending free agents. Lastly, Sean and Cash finish up with a chat about some farfetched pre-deadline scenarios. Could the Raptors get eager and make a buying move at this deadline to get a head start on their offseason? And what's the furthest they'd feel comfortable with the Raptors going in on a godfather offer for Herb Jones of the New Orleans Pelicans? Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/2kSCzfPnSubscribe FOR FREE to the Locked On Raptors Newsletter: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today.BILT RewardsStart earning points on rent you're already paying by going to joinbilt.com/lockedonnba. Rocket RXRight now, our listeners can get 40% off your first order when you use code LOCKEDONNBA at RocketRX.com. Terms and Conditions apply. Rocket RX: Better sex, made simple.RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Rediscover your curiosity with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

The Toronto Raptors fell to the Miami Heat 114-104 in Scottie Barnes' first game on the sidelines with an ankle injury -- but they absolutely cooked in the first 14:23 of the game. In Episode 1769, Sean Woodley goes solo to react to the Raptors falling to 7-19 with their loss in Miami, why they missed Scottie Barnes so dearly, how they won the first 14:23 so decidedly, DUNKS, shot creation issues and Jakob Poeltl's weird bout with back spasms that saw him miss a grand total of two minutes. First, Sean talks about how the absence of Scottie Barnes was felt on both the offensive and defensive end, the Raptors' issues with porous on-ball defense and RJ Barrett's struggles as the offense's leading man. Next, it's Toxic Positivity Friday, and we'll leave it at that. Lastly, Sean runs through The Good (DUNKS, BABY!!!), The Bad (a general lack of shot creation without Scottie Barnes) and The Hmmm (was Jakob Poeltl on the can?) to wrap up the show. Join us on the Locked On Raptors Discord server: https://discord.gg/2kSCzfPnFREE Locked On Raptors Newsletter subscription link: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold.Mint MobileTo get the new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to mintmobile.com/lockedonnba. See Mint Mobile for details.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

The Toronto Raptors, despite being third in shots at the rim, are 27th in the NBA in dunks -- which is very bad for people who like dunks! In Episode 1768, Sean Woodley is joined by Katie Heindl (Locked On NBA Newsletters, Basketball Feelings) to talk about the Toronto Raptors issues with dunking the basketball, why Jonathan Mogbo is the best hope the team has to save them from this dunkless doom, and how their lack of dunks is actually hurting them on the basketball court. Next, Sean and Katie prepare for another stretch of life without Scottie Barnes, talk about why his injury is such a bummer, the silver linings of him being out of the lineup and The Colosseum before Hot Take Heindl makes a triumphant return to the show. Lastly, they build off of Katie's League at Large column in the newsletter with a look at Jimmy Butler and the Heat on track for a split and the envy we've had watching teams succeed in the NBA Cup. Join the Locked On Raptors Discord server! https://discord.gg/2kSCzfPnSubscribe FOR FREE to the daily Locked On Raptors Newsletter: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold.Mint MobileTo get the new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to mintmobile.com/lockedonnba. See Mint Mobile for details.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

What is the ceiling of Toronto Raptors rookie Ja'Kobe Walter? In Episode 1767, Sean Woodley goes solo to field mailbag questions about Walter's upside, the Raptors' team build and how close they are to having the nucleus of a contending team on hand, new 2-way signing AJ Lawson and Jonathan Mogbo. Off the top, Sean digs into Walter's play so far, why his two-way potential makes him a really enticing archetype of player if he can hit his ceiling, and why he has the profile of an elite sixth man who closes games for you if all breaks right. Next, Sean fields a question about the Raptors' assemblage of talent, and what they still need to add to inch towards contender status. Do they have all the pieces to be at least a perennial playoff team with Scottie Barnes at the center of it all? Lastly, Sean answers a question about new Raptors two-way signing AJ Lawson, who Sean got to see up close during his one season spent in the CEBL. Plus, Mogbo? Yes. Mogbo! Discord: https://discord.gg/2kSCzfPnFREE Daily Locked On Raptors Newsletter: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold.Mint MobileTo get the new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to mintmobile.com/lockedonnba. See Mint Mobile for details.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

The Toronto Raptors lost Scottie Barnes to an ankle injury in third quarter of Monday's loss to the New York Knicks, and the Raps fell short despite RJ Barrett's 30-point night. In Episode 1766, Sean Woodley goes solo to talk about the Barnes injury and the course forward if Barnes is set to miss extended time, RJ Barrett's awesome revenge game against his old team, react to Ja'Kobe Walter's career-high 19 points and, yes, get a little mad about officiating. Off the top, Sean digs into Barnes injury, why it's such a huge bummer considering how nicely the team has been rounding into form around him and why this season is not over when it comes to gleaning important info about this group, even if Barnes is out until the New Year. Next, Sean talks about RJ Barrett dropping 30-8-4 on 13/24 shooting against his old team, the give take of his powerful offense and lackluster off-ball defense, and whether he can scale back up to leading man duty with Barnes out. Lastly, Sean runs through The Good (Ja'Kobe Walter), The Bad (Tony Brothers) and The Hmmmm (DJ Carton waived) to round out the show. Discord: https://discord.gg/54XGvvXRNewsletter: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold.Mint MobileTo get the new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to mintmobile.com/lockedonnba. See Mint Mobile for details.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

The Toronto Raptors fell to the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday night to fall to 7-17 on the season, but Scottie Barnes' 19-point, 14-assist outing continued to lay out the case that he's making the leap the Raptors are banking on him making.  In Episode 1765, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to chat about the Raptors' 125-118 loss to Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving's Mavericks on Saturday night, in which Scottie Barnes was a +10, continuing the trend of him driving positive minutes for the team since his return from injury. Off the top, Sean and Vivek dig into Barnes' play-driving, his improved playmaking, and whether he needs to be a big time scorer to truly ascend to the heights the Raptors are hoping he can achieve. Next, they talk about RJ Barrett being on the sidelines for the best Raptors stretch of the Mavs game, his rough numbers as the sole creator with the bench, and why the return of Immanuel Quickley is going to do him some good. Lastly, they run through The Good (Kelly Olynyk's return, Gradey Dick emptying the clip), The Bad (missing bunnies, transition defense) and The Hmmm (rookies looking comfy, Jonathan MoBingo) to round out the show!Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/54XGvvXRSubscribe to the Locked On Raptors Newsletter: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold.Mint MobileTo get the new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to mintmobile.com/lockedonnba. See Mint Mobile for details.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

The Toronto Raptors, down Jakob Poeltl, got it handed to them by the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday night, as Shai Gilgeous-Alexanders' team stomped the Raps 129-92 to snap Toronto's two-game winning streak. In Episode 1764, Sean Woodley goes solo to recap the loss and where the absence of Poeltl was most felt, review Jonathan Mogbo's career-high 17-point night in another round of Toxic Positivity Friday, Chris Boucher's struggles, hard lessons and more. Off the top, Sean digs into the Raptors' struggles adapting to live without Jakob Poeltl, who missed the game with an illness, and without whom Toronto's offense had very little chance of getting much going against a suffocating Thunder defense. Next, Sean keeps Toxic Positivity Friday rolling with a look at Jonathan Mogbo's 17-point night in which he flashed all kinds if micro-skills that make it easy to let your imagination run wild. Lastly, Sean runs through The Good (the importance of getting smoked once in a while), The Bad (Chris Boucher's magic waning) and The Hmmm (the Thunder's enviable but irreplicable  team build) the close out the show. Join us on the Locked On Raptors Discord! https://discord.gg/54XGvvXRSubscribe FOR FREE to the daily Locked On Raptors Newsletter: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONNBA and get $50 instantly when you play $5! You don't even need to win to receive the $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBARobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold. ChimeMake your fall finances a little greener by working towards your financial goals with Chime. Open your account in 2 minutes at chime.com/NBA.Chime. Feels like progress.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Rediscover your curiosity with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

Toronto Raptors sharpshooter Gradey Dick is nearing a return, the Eastern Conference teams around the Raptors are a disaster, and the Toronto Tempo are coming to the WNBA. In Episode 1763 of Locked On Raptors, Sean Woodley goes solo to discuss the Raptors' incoming rotation crunch, their level of mobility within the East, and his first impressions of the WNBA team's name announcement. Off the top, Sean digs into the potential return of Gradey Dick tonight against the OKC Thunder to kick off a three-game run of measuring stick games against contenders, what his return to the lineup will mean for the rotation, and the greater rotation crunch coming once Bruce Brown and eventually Kelly Olynyk and Immanuel Quickley are available to play. Next, Sean takes stock of the Eastern Conference landscape and tries to nail down just how high this team can climb. Lastly, Sean offers his initial thoughts on the announcement of the Toronto Tempo's name, logo and colour scheme. The name and logo are a bit underwhelming, the colours are awesome, and none of it will probably matter once the team is actually playing games. Join us on the Locked On Raptors Discord! https://discord.gg/54XGvvXRSubscribe FOR FREE to the Locked On Raptors Newsletter: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONNBA and get $50 instantly when you play $5! You don't even need to win to receive the $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBARobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold. ChimeMake your fall finances a little greener by working towards your financial goals with Chime. Open your account in 2 minutes at chime.com/NBA.Chime. Feels like progress.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Rediscover your curiosity with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

Scottie Barnes dropped a career-high 35 points to go along with six rebound and nine assists as the Toronto Raptors held off an attempted Indiana Pacers comeback to win their second-straight game and improve to 7-15 on the season. In Episode 1762, Sean Woodley goes solo to talk about how Barnes very much walked the superstar walk, Davion Mitchell's contributions to the closing lineup, the end of Toronto's NBA Cup run and more. Off the top, Sean talks about Barnes' career night, where he found the perfect balance of hunting is own and setting the table for others and looked every bit the superstar the Raptors are banking on him becoming. Next, Sean talks about the baffling and yet once again effective Davion Mitchell, who was 3/9 on the night, but was essential to slowing down Tyrese Haliburton late and chipped in a couple huge late buckets. We don't need to understand why he's so effective, we just need to enjoy it. Lastly, Sean digs into The Good (The Pascal Siakam trade), The Bad (another NBA Cup run without much juice) and The Hmm (the lineup flexibility the Raptors are gonna have once they get healthier) to round out the show.Join us on the Locked On Raptors Discord! https://discord.gg/54XGvvXRSubscribe to the Locked On Raptors newsletter for free! https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONNBA and get $50 instantly when you play $5! You don't even need to win to receive the $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBARobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold. ChimeMake your fall finances a little greener by working towards your financial goals with Chime. Open your account in 2 minutes at chime.com/NBA.Chime. Feels like progress.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Rediscover your curiosity with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

A quarter of the way into the NBA season, the Toronto Raptors are 6-15 and yet still feel like overachievers -- its' a wonderful thing! In Episode 1761, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7, Sportsnet) to take stop of The Good, The Bad & the Hmm from the Raptors' first 21 games, with thoughts on player development, battling through the injury bug and much more. Off the top, Sean details why the discovery of some legitimate depth on the roster has been the best thing about the early stretch of the season, especially considering that depth looked like the single greatest weakness of the team before the year. Vivek piggy backs on that and talks about how player development has been the stand-out item from the first portion of the year. Next, Sean outlines why the team's inability to grab the low-hanging fruit in transition, at the rim, and in the ball security department has been his biggest bugaboo to start the year, while Vivek gets into why it's a problem that we still haven't seen Scottie Barnes, Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett share the floor together this season. Lastly, Vivek gets into team building philosophy and how much this Raptors team is to be believed in this season as his Hmm from the first month and a half, while Sean shares some numbers that seem to suggest these Raptors have finally figured out how to crack zone defenses. Join us in the Locked On Raptors Discord server! https://discord.gg/jZsBGVnZSubscribe FOR FREE to the daily Locked On Raptors Newsletter: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONNBA and get $50 instantly when you play $5! You don't even need to win to receive the $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBARobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold. ChimeMake your fall finances a little greener by working towards your financial goals with Chime. Open your account in 2 minutes at chime.com/NBA.Chime. Feels like progress.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Rediscover your curiosity with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)  Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

The Toronto Raptors split a home-and-home against the Miami Heat on Friday and Sunday, with RJ Barrett scoring with his familiar ruthless efficiency, Scottie Barnes pulling the strings on both ends, and Ja'Kobe Walter showing flashes in his first steady run of minutes as a rookie. In Episode 1760, Sean Woodley goes solo to break down the Raptors' split with the Heat, why this team is proving to be too good to tank, and why their current level of play should yield a far better record in the second quarter of the season than their 6-15 record through Q1. Toronto's trending up while a lot of teams around them are very much not. Next, Sean details how the issues that hurt Toronto most over the weekend -- sloppy bench minutes and rough crunch time offense -- should be helped significantly by the returns of Gradey Dick and Immanuel Quickley, whenever that may come. Lastly, Sean runs through The Good (Ja'Kobe Walter), The Bad (another dud of an NBA Cup showing) and The Hmmm (the encouraging numbers behind the Raptors' new starting lineup) to round out the show. Join us over on the Locked On Raptors Discord server! https://discord.gg/jZsBGVnZLocked On Raptors Newsletter FREE subscription link: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONNBA and get $50 instantly when you play $5! You don't even need to win to receive the $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBARobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold. ChimeMake your fall finances a little greener by working towards your financial goals with Chime. Open your account in 2 minutes at chime.com/NBA.Chime. Feels like progress.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Rediscover your curiosity with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

The Toronto Raptors could see injured guard Bruce Brown return to the lineup as early as Sunday against the Miami Heat, and that's rad! In Episode 1759, it's another Toxic Positivity Friday where Sean Woodley is joined by Katie Heindl (Locked On NBA Newsletters, Basketball Feelings) to run through this week in good feelings surrounding the 5-14 Toronto Raptors. Off the top, Sean and Katie chat about the impending return of Bruce Brown, what his addition to the lineup might mean for the team, why they're excited to see him play at full steam, and the end of his sideline fits. Next, they chat about what is looking like a franchise-changing rookie class for the Raptors, with thoughts on Jamison Battle, Jamal Shead, Jonathan Mogbo and Ja'Kobe Walter all looking the part well ahead of schedule. Lastly, Sean pitches Katie on a very simple, perhaps toxically positive proposal regarding the return of a Raptors legend in the twilight of his career. Join us on the Locked On Raptors Discord server: https://discord.gg/jZsBGVnZSubscribe FOR FREE to the Locked On Raptors Newsletter: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BILT RewardsStart earning points on rent you're already paying by going to joinbilt.com/lockedonnba. SKIMSShop SKIMS Mens at SKIMS.com/lockedonnba. Let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. And if you’re looking for the perfect gifts for the whole family - SKIMS just launched their biggest Holiday Shop ever - also available at SSKIMS.com/lockedonnba. RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold.Skylight FramesWe've got the perfect gift for you! Skylight Frame is the touchscreen digital photo frame your whole family will love. As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $20 OFF your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to SkylightFrame.com/NBA.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

The Toronto Raptors picked up their first road win of the season on Wednesday night, taking down the New Orleans Pelicans with their most prolific three-point shooting night of the season, with Ochai Agbaji and Jamison Battle leading the way. In Episode 1758, Sean Woodley goes solo to break down the Toronto Raptors' 119-93 win over a very injured New Orleans Pelicans team, the 21-of-52 three-point shooting night that powered them to a win, Ja'Kobe Walters' all around effort in his first career start, Jamison Battle's lights-out shooting and more. Off the top, Sean digs into how bombing a bunch of threes Boston Celtics-style won this game for Toronto as it helped soften up a Pelicans defense that was densely packed in the paint in the early going. Scottie Barnes took 12 threes and only made 2 -- and that's fine. Next, Sean digs into Walters' first career start, and how he was able to affect the game with playmaking, rebounding and defense even though his three-point shot (2-of-10) wasn't falling. Lastly, Sean runs throug The Good (Battle), The Bad (Jakob Poeltl's offense against hyper athletic bigs) and The Hmmm (what's the sweet spot for the Raptors when it comes to three-point volume?) to round out the show. Discord: https://discord.gg/jZsBGVnZLocked On Raptors Newsletter: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BILT RewardsStart earning points on rent you're already paying by going to joinbilt.com/lockedonnba. SKIMSShop SKIMS Mens at SKIMS.com/lockedonnba. Let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. And if you’re looking for the perfect gifts for the whole family - SKIMS just launched their biggest Holiday Shop ever - also available at SSKIMS.com/lockedonnba. RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold.Skylight FramesWe've got the perfect gift for you! Skylight Frame is the touchscreen digital photo frame your whole family will love. As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $20 OFF your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to SkylightFrame.com/NBA.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud

Eighteen games into the NBA season, the Toronto Raptors have a strange statistical profile, but which numbers have a chance to hold up all season long? In Episode 1757, Sean Woodley is joined by the Stats Queen of Raptors internet, Keerthika Uthayakumar, to run through some Toronto Raptors small sample numbers and discuss whether or not they have a chance to sustain all season, from their league-best offensive rebounding, their struggles in close games. RJ Barrett's home-road splits and more. Off the top, they chat about the Raptors' playing  a league-leading number of close games, and whether or not it's likely they continue to hang in games and fall short more often than they win them. Plus, can they sustain being the number on offensive rebounding team in basketball? Next, they get into RJ Barrett's bizarre home/road splits and what exactly is going on with his bizarre statistical season, and whether the team's awful transition offense is going to stay awful all year. Lastly, they discuss Chris Boucher: the most sustainably unsustainable player in the world. Join us on the Locked On Raptors Discord! https://discord.gg/jZsBGVnZSubscribe FOR FREE to the Locked On Raptors Newsletter: https://newsletters.lockedonpodcasts.com/nba/raptorsYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BILT RewardsStart earning points on rent you're already paying by going to joinbilt.com/lockedonnba. SKIMSShop SKIMS Mens at SKIMS.com/lockedonnba. Let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. And if you’re looking for the perfect gifts for the whole family - SKIMS just launched their biggest Holiday Shop ever - also available at SSKIMS.com/lockedonnba. RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold.Skylight FramesWe've got the perfect gift for you! Skylight Frame is the touchscreen digital photo frame your whole family will love. As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $20 OFF your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to SkylightFrame.com/NBA.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Show Theme Music: Keep Fallin' / The Passion HiFi on SoundCloud