Best David Ramil Podcasts (2025)

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The Miami Heat are probably gonna be annoyingly good again; can the Toronto Raptors keep pace? w/ David Ramil 34:41

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The Miami Heat seem primed to be annoying good again, even with a roster that isn't all that thrilling to behold; can the Toronto Raptors keep pace? In Episode 1939, Sean Woodley is joined by David Ramil (Locked On Heat) to talk about the Heat's prospects for their first full season without Jimmy Butler and dig into why they're likely to be pretty …

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Why Collin Murray-Boyles can be an IMPACT defender from Day 1 34:31

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Toronto Raptors rookie Collin Murray-Boyles has shot to be an impact defensive player from day one of his rookie season. In Episode 1948, Sean Woodley goes solo to talk about the Raptors' recent 9th-overall pick, how he expects the Raptors to use him on both ends of the floor in his first season in the pros, and whether or not he has a chance to ma…

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Miami Heat Bring Back Precious Achiuwa & Jimmy Butler's Legacy 39:18

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The Miami Heat add a much-needed big man after signing Precious Achiuwa. Will he redeem himself in his second stint with the Heat? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss Achiuwa's potential impact and why Heat fans should adjust their expectations, as well as what the signing means for further Heat roster moves. Then they revisit Jimmy Butler's tenur…

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How do the Toronto Raptors stack up with one of the East's heavies? w/ Gavin Schall of Locked On Knicks 37:54

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The Toronto Raptors and New York Knicks are projected to finish well apart from one another in the Eastern Conference, but is the disparity between them as wide as it was last year? In Episode 1947, Sean Woodley and Gavin Schall (Locked On Knicks) link up to talk about how the Raptors and Knicks stack up in a wide open Eastern Conference going into…

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How Kel'el Ware and Jaime Jaquez Jr. Can Take the Next Step for the Heat 34:46

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The Miami Heat have picked up contract options on Jaime Jaquez Jr and Kel’el Ware, keeping both under contract for the 2026-27 season. What do the Heat need to see from Jaquez and Ware to justify the commitment? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss specific areas of growth before continuing their 25 of 25 series with Chris Bosh. Support Us By Suppo…

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Jakob Poeltl's a rock, the Toronto Raptors are primed to be a normal 3-point shooting team & other bankable things w/ Vivek Jacob 35:54

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The Toronto Raptors have plenty of questions going into this season, but there's plenty of stuff you can bank on as well. In Episode 1946, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob to talk about the most bankable things about the 2025-26 Raptors team. Off the top, they chat about why at long last this seems like a team primed to be a normal three-point…

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ONE MORE THING: Does Fred VanVleet's Injury Open the Door to a Terry Rozier Trade? 11:05

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Rockets guard Fred VanVleet will miss the season with a torn ACL, prompting Miami Heat fans to wonder if Houston could emerge as a landing spot for Terry Rozier. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss whether Rozier would help the Rockets -- or if they have any better options -- before trying to find a realistic trade framework. Support Us By Support…

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How the Miami Heat Can Build a Top-15 Offense 35:34

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The Miami Heat face a huge challenge after Tyler Herro’s ankle surgery and Jimmy Butler’s exit — can Erik Spoelstra still build a top-15 offense? In this episode of Locked On Heat, Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down Miami’s offensive struggles, the four pillars needed to fix them, and whether the Heat can replicate the Celtics’ formula of high…

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The Toronto Raptors have plenty of uncertainty hanging over them this year | Will Ingram stay healthy? Is the defense any good? 32:54

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The Toronto Raptors have their fair share of uncertainty hanging over them heading into a new NBA season, most notably: will Brandon Ingram be able to stay on the floor? In Episode 1945, Sean Woodley goes solo to run through what he deems to be the three biggest uncertainties surrounding the team heading into the 2025-26 Raptors season. Off the top…

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Making Sense of Tyler Herro's Injury and Miami Heat Return Timetable 31:50

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MIAMI HEAT hit with major setback as Tyler Herro undergoes ankle surgery. Will this derail their Eastern Conference aspirations? | The Miami Heat have announced an official timetable for Tyler Herro, who underwent surgery on his left ankle on Friday. But is that timetable too optimistic? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss the latest news around H…

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BREAKING NEWS: Tyler Herro OUT To Start the Season 15:55

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Tyler Herro will miss the start of the Miami Heat season after undergoing surgery on his left foot and ankle. What does this mean for the Heat's playoff hopes, who steps up and how does Erik Spoelstra adjust his starting lineup? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil react to the latest news. Plus, how does this impact Herro's potential extension? Support Us…

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How the Miami Heat Should Develop Davion Mitchell: Longterm Starter or Defensive Role Player? 33:27

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Is Davion Mitchell the Miami Heat's point guard of the future, or a defensive-minded role player? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss Mitchell's role for the upcoming season and how the Heat should handle his development. Then they continue their 25 Of 25 series with Bam Adebayo, who becomes the unquestioned face of the franchise in the post-Jimmy…

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What Should Expectations Be For Darko Rajakovic In 2025-26? 37:43

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After a couple of seasons where player growth and development was the primary focus, this will be the first season where Rajakovic will face real expectations of winning. Vivek Jacob is joined by Joe Wolfond to discuss where the offence, defence and wins should be at for 2025-26. The first segment focuses on the defence and whether or not last year…

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What the Miami Heat Can Learn from the 2015 Atlanta Hawks 38:45

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Can the Miami Heat look back on the 2015 Atlanta Hawks as inspiration for the upcoming season? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil talk about what made that 60-win Hawks team special, and what lessons the Heat can take from them and apply to this roster. Then they continue their 25 of 25 series with a look at Shaquille O'Neal, whose arrival was the turnin…

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Why Immanuel Quickley NEEDS To Make 2025-26 A Special Season 35:35

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The Toronto Raptors need to make the 2025-26 season a big one and Immanuel Quickley is key to that. Vivek Jacob is joined by Hello and Welcome's William Lou to break down why this season is so important for Quickley, how he can make it a big success, and what reasonable expectations should be for him. In the first segment, discussions include the p…

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The Heat’s Biggest Strength No One is Talking About | Miami Heat New Look Roster 36:40

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Are the Miami Heat secretly cooking up an elite 3-point shooting attack? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down the numbers behind Miami's new-look roster and potential offensive overhaul before continuing their 25 Of 25 series with Udonis Haslem. 0:00 Intro 1:30 Heat's new offense? 13:00 25 Of 25: Udonis Haslem Support Us By Supporting Our Sponso…

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How Will The Toronto Raptors ROTATION Play Out in 2025-26? 38:26

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Darko Rajakovic has a good problem with what projects to be a deep rotation and decisions to make on who plays and who doesn't. Vivek Jacob is joined by The Athletic and Sportscasting's Esfandiar Baraheni to discuss how things might shake out. In the first segment, Vivek discusses with Es why R.J. Barrett might be playing fewer than 30 minutes per …

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The Miami Heat Need a Leap From Nikola Jovic 40:22

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Will Nikola Jovic make the leap for the Miami Heat this season? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss what Jovic needs to do to make the most of this season and why he might be the ultimate swing factor on Miami's roster. Then also discuss the importance of this season for Jovic, who will be a restricted free agent next summer unless he signs an ext…

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How Well Will The Toronto Raptors Shoot Threes In 2025-26? 33:34

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Taking a closer look at the keys to the Raptors improving both their three-point attempt frequency rate and shooting percentage. Just how vital are Immanuel Quickley and Brandon Ingram to the three-point puzzle? Vivek Jacob goes solo to discuss. In the first segment, the focus is specifically on three-point attempt frequency and how the Raptors can…

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Will the Lakers Meet the Miami Heat's Price for Andrew Wiggins? + Heat Fill Out Training Camp Roster 37:24

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The Los Angeles Lakers want Andrew Wiggins, but will the Miami Heat even listen? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down the latest Andrew Wiggins trade rumors. Why are the Los Angeles Lakers pushing so hard — and what would it actually take for the Miami Heat to say yes? Plus, the Heat fill out their training camp roster with four new additions fi…

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How the Heat Can Unlock Andrew Wiggins + Lakers Trade Rumors 35:23

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Andrew Wiggins might be the Miami Heat's biggest X-factor next season. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil analyze how the Heat can get the most out of Wiggins in his second season with the team, including ways to use him on offense. They also discuss the latest rumors around the Los Angeles Lakers' interest in trading for Wiggins before continuing their …

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The 76ers might be screwed; have the Toronto Raptors passed them by in the East? w/ Trill Bro Dude 39:44

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If everything goes right for the 76ers health wise this season, they should be better than the Toronto Raptors -- but that's not how things in Philly work, are they? In Episode 1940, Sean Woodley chats with Trill Bro Dude (You Know Ball) to talk about the state of the 76ers and how they stack up next to the Raptors in the Eastern Conference's middl…

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What If the Miami Heat Paired Alonzo Mourning With Jason Kidd? | Locked On Heat's 25 Of 25 32:55

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Wes Goldberg and David Ramil explore Alonzo Mourning's transformative impact on the MIAMI HEAT. They analyze his defensive dominance, All-Star selections, and leadership during multiple division titles. The hosts discuss Mourning's battle with kidney disease, its effect on his career, and his triumphant return to help secure the 2006 NBA championsh…

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How Miami Heat's 2026 EVOLVED After Eventful Offseason | Is Trae Young a Target? 31:13

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The Miami Heat are not aiming to create cap space in 2026, but are prioritizing flexibility. What does this mean for the next step in the Heat rebuild? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down Miami's salary cap situation and how the futures of Norman Powell and Andrew Wiggins will influence their next moves. Plus, they ask if Trae Young should be o…

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Are the Deer to be Feared?! How the Toronto Raptors and Milwaukee Bucks stack up w/ Camille Davis 34:43

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The Milwaukee Bucks have the star power, but do the Toronto Raptors have the depth to rack up more regular season wins this season? In Episode 1938, Sean Woodley and Camille Davis (Locked On Bucks) chat about how the Bucks and Raptors stack up within the middle tier of the Eastern Conference this coming season. Off the top, Sean gets the latest on …

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Miami Heat’s Next Superstar Trade Target? Breaking Down Top 100 List 34:33

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Who’s the best player in the NBA that the Miami Heat could realistically trade for? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down the Locked On NBA Network’s Top 100 players list, debating whether Giannis, LeBron, or other stars could ever land in Miami. We also discuss the Heat’s reported interest in Precious Achiuwa, and continue our 25 of 25 series, s…

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Can the Detroit Pistons avoid the same fate as the 2022-23 Toronto Raptors? w/ Ku Khahil 36:48

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The Detroit Pistons were one of the stories of the league last season, but can they avoid the same fate as a similar Toronto Raptors team from recent memory? In Episode 1937, Sean Woodley is joined by Ku Khahil (Locked On Pistons) to talk about how the Pistons and Raptors stack up in the wide open middle pack in the Eastern Conference. Off the top,…

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Bam Adebayo TOO LOW in Locked On's Top 100 List | Tyler Herro RISES, Andrew Wiggins SNUBBED? 33:10

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Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro's rankings in the NBA's top 100 players list spark debate for the Miami Heat. Norman Powell's potential impact on the Heat gives the team another player in the top 60. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down the Locked On NBA Top 100 rankings, discussing Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro, Norm Powell and Andrew Wiggins' positions…

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Will the Indiana Pacers make the Toronto Raptors regret trading their 2026 1st-rounder? w/ Tony East 33:37

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The Toronto Raptors traded away the Indiana Pacers' 1st-rounder in 2026 in the Brandon Ingram trade -- could that pick end up being a golden ticket, or are the Pacers gonna be too good even without Tyrese Haliburton? In Episode 1936, Sean Woodley chats with Tony East (Locked On Pacers) to kick off a week-long look at some of the Raptors' closest co…

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NBA SQUAD: Breaking Down The Crazy Kawhi Leonard, Steve Ballmer Scandal 33:01

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Pablo Torre broke a crazy potential scandal involving Kawhi Leonard, the Los Angeles Clippers, Steve Ballmer and some suspicious money. NBA Squad breaks down all that we know, what this could mean for the league and much more! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-nba Locked On NBA League-Wid…

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NBA SQUAD: Breaking Down The Crazy Kawhi Leonard, Steve Ballmer Scandal 33:01

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Pablo Torre broke a crazy potential scandal involving Kawhi Leonard, the Los Angeles Clippers, Steve Ballmer and some suspicious money. NBA Squad breaks down all that we know, what this could mean for the league and much more! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-nba Locked On NBA League-Wid…

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The End-of-Offseason Toronto Raptors Mega Mailbag | Masai statues, Malik Monk (?) & much more! 37:34

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Will the Toronto Raptors honour Masai Ujiri with a statue to commemorate his contributions to the franchise? And if so, when will it go up, what will it depict and where should it stand? In Episode 1935, Sean Woodley goes solo to close out the pod's offseason with a mega mailbag show! Sean fields questions about statues, whether Malik Monk still ma…

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Alternative Miami Heat Starting Lineups & Duncan Robinson's Legacy 34:37

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A listener pitches us an alternative option for the Miami Heat's starting lineup that includes Davion Mitchell and Nikola Jovic. Another asks about an option at center. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil open up the mailbag before continuing their 25 of 25 series with Duncan Robinson. 0:00 Intro 1:30 Starting lineup idea 7:00 Vlad Goldin as backup center…

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Nikola Jovic and Other Heat Players Advance in EuroBasket & 25 Of 25: Hassan Whiteside 36:37

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The Miami Heat are well-represented at EuroBasket, with Serbia's Nikola Jovic, Sweden's Pelle Larsson and Italy's Simone Fontecchio all advancing past the group stage of the tournament. What are the chances a Heat player is on the winning team, and what does an extended EuroBasket run mean for Miami's key depth pieces? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil …

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Your Guide to Enjoying the 2025-26 Toronto Raptors w/ Katie Heindl 37:57

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The Toronto Raptors finally stand a chance of playing a normal, entertaining basketball season for the first time in years! In Episode 1934, Sean Woodley and Katie Heindl (Basketball Feelings) lay out the guide for Toronto Raptors fans to enjoy this coming season, sort through how to navigate the confluence of high internal expectations and extreme…

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More Likely Miami Heat Make Playoffs Or Get Lottery Pick? | Bam Adebayo vs Tyler Herro For All-Star 31:43

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Is it more likely that the Miami Heat make the playoffs, or end up in the lottery this upcoming season? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil play "More Likely" and discuss Miami's playoff chances in the East, whether Bam Adebayo or Tyler Herro are more likely to make the All-Star team and if Terry Rozier or Andrew Wiggins finish the year on the Heat. Then …

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Would You Rather: Gradey Dick becomes league-average defender OR Brandon Ingram, 3PT bomber? w/ Vivek Jacob 28:56

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The Toronto Raptors could stand to benefit from all kinds of player development arcs this season, but which ones would be the most helpful? In Episode 1933, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob to play a classic Locked On Raptors Stupid Little Game: What's More Likely?! Off the top, Sean and Vivek discuss whether they'd rather see Gradey Dick beco…

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Why Nikola Jovic's Eurobasket BREAKOUT Means BIG things for Miami Heat 34:10

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Miami HEAT's Jovic stuns in Eurobasket. Is he Miami's secret weapon for a deep playoff run? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down Nikola Jovic's impressive Eurobasket performance, highlighting his transition game and floor-spacing potential for the MIAMI HEAT. The duo explores a potential lineup featuring Jovic alongside Tyler Herro, Norman Powel…

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Miami Heat Addition DOMINATES At EuroBasket | Is Fontecchio Miami's Newest Weapon? 39:37

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Simone Fontecchio scored 39 points in his record-breaking performance in Italy's recent EuroBasket win. Should fans be excited about what he can do for the Miami Heat? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss Fontecchio's breakout game, as well as Pelle Larsson's continued impressive play. Then they continue their 25 Of 25 series with a look at Ray All…

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Miami Heat Exploring Terry Rozier Buyout | 25 Of 25: Tim Hardaway 37:08

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Miami Heat's Terry Rozier Dilemma: Waive or Keep? Plus, Tim Hardaway's Legacy Revisited | Is Terry Rozier's time with the MIAMI HEAT coming to an end? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil analyze reports suggesting a potential buyout, exploring the implications for the team's roster and salary cap. The duo then shifts focus to Tim Hardaway's transformative…

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Why this season will tell the true quality of the Toronto Raptors 2024 draft | Do Walter, Shead, Mogbo & Battle have the goods? 34:34

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The Toronto Raptors crop of rookies in 2024 was one of the feel-good stories of the season last year, but can Ja'Kobe Walter, Jamal Shead, Jamison Battle and Jonathan Mogbo hang as the team looks to be more competitive this season? In Episode 1932, Sean Woodley goes solo to outline what's at stake for each of Toronto's soon-to-be-sophomores, and wh…

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Nikola Jovic Shines in EuroBasket Opener | Miami Heat Takeaways | 25 Of 25: Brian Grant 31:36

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Nikola Jovic impressed in Serbia's Eurobasket opening win over Estonia. What can the Miami Heat take away from the way Serbia is using the talented forward? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss Jovic's performance before continuing their 25 Of 25 series looking back at the top 25 Heat players over the past 25 seasons with Brian Grant. 0:00 Intro 1:…

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Success for the Toronto Raptors this season = how many wins? | Potential pitfalls of this team build? | Mailbag! 32:14

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How many wins would the Toronto Raptors need to win to qualify this coming season as a success as the team looks to move out of its rebuild? In Episode 1931, Sean Woodley goes solo to field a bunch of mailbag questions from you, the listeners! Off the top, Sean digs into what it would take for the Raptors to turn this coming season into a success, …

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Debating Miami Heat 21st Century Mount Rushmore 33:23

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Who should be on the Miami Heat's Mount Rushmore for the 21st Century? Bleacher Report came to a polorizing conclusion. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil debate if they got it right before continuing their 25 Of 25 series discussing the top 25 Heat players of the last 25 years with Caleb Martin. 0:00 Intro 1:30 Heat Mount Rushmore 12:30 25 of 25 on Cale…

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Gradey Dick has a LOT to gain and plenty to lose in a pivotal 3rd season 33:47

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Toronto Raptors third-year guard Gradey Dick has a lot to gain from a good season in 2025-26, and plenty to lose as well. In Episode 1930, Sean Woodley and Vivek Jacob chat about their lasting impression of Dick's up and down second year in the NBA last season, why the first half of his year is probably more telling of his true ability than his inj…

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Is RJ Barrett the odd man out for the Toronto Raptors? Plus, the return of SUMMER VACATION WATCH w/ Katie Heindl 39:33

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The Toronto Raptors have reportedly made RJ Barrett's camp aware that he could be involved in trade discussions head into the new NBA season -- is it the right call for the team to explore trading the local-born fan favourite? In Episode 1929, Sean Woodley and Katie Heindl chat about Jake Fischer's latest reporting on Toronto's buying intentions an…

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Dru Smith Ready for Miami Heat Training Camp? Pelle Larsson Ready for MORE? & 25 Of 25 Continues With Caron Butler 32:14

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Dru Smith says he should be ready for the start of training camp. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss if that changes the way they think about the Miami Heat's decision to re-sign him. Plus, Pelle Larsson had the ball in hands with the game on the line in Swedan's preparation game for EuroBasket and Erik Spoelstra was in the building to watch. Doe…

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The Toronto Raptors have a TOP-4 ceiling in the East, but their floor could be pretty grim | Will the team click? w/ James Herbert 36:12

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The Toronto Raptors have a higher ceiling than most national media types seem to think is possible, but there's absolutely some disaster potential here as well. In Episode 1928, Sean Woodley and James Herbert (CBS Sports) talk about the ceiling, floor and median outcomes for the wild card Raptors going into the 2025-26 NBA season. Off the top, Sean…

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The Miami Heat Can Make the ECF if Bam Adebayo Has a Career Year & 25 Of 25 Continues 36:52

1M ago36:52

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Can the Miami Heat make the Eastern Conference Finals if Bam Adebayo has a career season? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss the best-case scenarios for the Miami Heat, including an All-NBA season for Bam Adebayo and big contributions from Tyler Herro, Andrew Wiggins and Norm Powell. Plus, they continue their series looking at the top 25 Heat pla…

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The Longshot Award Winners Draft! Which Toronto Raptors could take home MAJOR hardward this season? w/ Vivek Jacob 34:37

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The Toronto Raptors aren't the first team you'd think of when it comes to major awards contenders this coming NBA season -- but that doesn't mean we can't talk some award winning into existence! In Episode 1927, Sean Woodley and Vivek Jacob (Raptors in 7) play a classic Stupid Little Game and draft their best longshot awards bets for Toronto Raptor…