#050: The Scorpion Kings | Weeks 2 & 3 of the 2023-24 NBA season

Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers versus LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers -- who would have seen this coming? Tune in as the Toronto duo summarize their overall thoughts on the in-season tournament and the introduction of a new segment called "What They Said."

(1:00) Boni and Felix talk about their experience with Rise Tribe
(4:01) Toronto Raptors mock trades and where would DeMar DeRozan fit best? The Miami Heat or the New York Knicks?
(11:19) In-season tournament final thoughts/pros and cons - is this another win for NBA commissioner Adam Silver?
(20:14) What They Said: On the Point Forward Podcast hosted by Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner, Iguodala says that Paul George is the second most talented player in the league behind Kevin Durant. Do you agree? Who else would you add to the list?
(24:56) On Club Shay Shay host Shannon Sharpe asks former NBA journeyman Trevor Ariza why he thinks Dwight Howard gets the "disrespected" treatment. Ariza goes on to say that Howard was too goofy and that the only person on the court who could be that type of guy AND be a killer on the court was Magic Johnson. Do you agree with Ariza? Who else off the top of your head gets disrespected in general?
(28:27) Would You Rather

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The Orlando Magic are casting Harry Potter-type spells on contending teams such as the Boston Celtics, Denver Nuggets, and Milwaukee Bucks - is this just a fluke? Tune in as the Toronto duo review week 5 news in and around the association.

(1:04) Raptors talk
(8:32) In-season tournament Vegas predictions
(13:40) Minnesota Timberwolves talk
(17:51) Orlando Magic talk
(24:54) Headlines - Josh Giddey update
(30:12) Dallas Mavericks - Luka Doncic or Kyrie Irving?
(34:57) Shaquille O'Neal's Dream Duos
(38:00) NBA Trivia

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On this week's episode, Boni and Felix recap week 4 of the 2023-24 NBA season, highlighting the Toronto Raptors and NBA-related news from both on and off the court. Don't forget to download episodes and leave us a 5-star rating wherever you listen to your shows!

(1:03) Toronto Raptors recap - Week 4
(6:27) Headline MVP? News from both on and off the court around the association
(9:39) Felix provides an overview of the league and touches upon events such as the Draymond Green and Rudy Gobert debacle, Tyrese Haliburton, in-season tournament standings, and more.
(18:18) Boni quickly shouts out the new player additions on teams such as the Cleveland Cavaliers, Houston Rockets, and Utah Jazz.
(23:28) GAME: Name former and current teammates of Kevin Durant until someone messes up.

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On this week's episode, Boni and Felix recap weeks 2 and 3 of the 2023-24 NBA season, highlighting their thoughts on the Toronto Raptors through their first 10 games, the overall landscape for both Eastern and Western Conferences, and an all-time Scorpio draft! Don't forget to download episodes and leave us a 5-star rating wherever you listen to your shows!

(1:09) Toronto Raptors recap - Weeks 2 & 3
(8:20) In-Season Tournament info
(10:24) An overview of the league through two weeks of action mentioning teams and players from the Washington Wizards, Golden State Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves, Houston Rockets, Philadelphia 76ers, Boston Celtics, and the Indiana Pacers
(31:17) All-time Scorpio Draft

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On this week's episode, Boni and Felix recap week 1 of the 2023-24 NBA season, highlighting their thoughts on the Toronto Raptors, the impressive debuts of teams and players thus far, and a breakdown of James Harden's departure from the Philadelphia 76ers to the Los Angeles Clippers.

(0:48) Toronto Raptors recap - Week 1
(6:10) What has impressed you so far this season overall?
(17:19) Debunking the James Harden trade

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After a Lonzo Ball type of season last year, the boys are back in town with a brand new look! Tune in as the Toronto natives summarize the 2023 NBA off-season as well as their bold predictions for the 2023-24 NBA season!

(0:00) Intro - a few words from Boni 
(1:05) NBA off-season recap 
(6:48) Predictions for our home town Toronto Raptors
(10:35) Bold predictions for the 2023-24 NBA season
(15:31) Outro - surprise announcement!

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The Toronto natives are back for the 2022-2023 NBA season! Tune in as the fellas discuss their fave off-season moves, surprising teams that can shock the NBA this season, their top five active players around the association, and who's the B.O.A.T! 

(0:00) Intro - a few words from Boni to get you motivated!!!  
(2:27) What was your favourite off-season move(s)?
(9:27) Which squads do you think can surprise the NBA this season?
(22:32) Ranking the top five players by position in today's game
(35:02) Outro - Felix's take on the B.O.A.T. 

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Join the Toronto natives as they review the surprising, disappointing, and Most Valuable Player in each series of the 1st round of the NBA Playoffs. In addition to that, Boni and Felix review the matchups of the second round of the NBA Playoffs and end the episode with a game they call "Who's Talkin'"  

(0:00) Intro
(1:09) The MVP and surprising/disappointing players between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Chicago Bulls during the first round of the NBA playoffs
(3:55) The MVP and surprising/disappointing players between the Miami Heat and the Atlanta Hawks during the first round of the NBA playoffs
(6:43) The MVP and surprising/disappointing players between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Toronto Raptors during the first round of the NBA playoffs
(9:45) The MVP and surprising/disappointing players between the Boston Celtics and the Brooklyn Nets during the first round of the NBA playoffs
(15:24) The MVP and surprising/disappointing players between the Dallas Mavericks and the Utah Jazz during the first round of the NBA playoffs
(17:40) The MVP and surprising/disappointing players between the Golden State Warriors and the Denver Nuggets during the first round of the NBA playoffs
(20:52) The MVP and surprising/disappointing players between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Minnesota Timberwolves during the first round of the NBA playoffs
(22:10) The MVP and surprising/disappointing players between the Phoenix Suns and the New Orleans Pelicans during the first round of the NBA playoffs
(24:03) Second round review: can the Celtics defend Giannis as well as they did Kevin Durant?
(26:35) How can the Sixers convince NBA fans that they are title contenders?
(28:31) Can the Grizzlies contain Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and Jordan Poole?
(32:27) Can Luka Doncic and the Mavs adapt to the highest level of postseason basketball?
(39:05) Outro: The Toronto natives end with a game of "Who's Talkin'?"

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In this episode, Boni and Felix discuss their first-round playoff predictions and continue with part 3 of the All-Time Franchise Lineups segment. Who do you think will build the better squad?

(0:00) The Rundown
(1:04) Golden State Warriors vs Denver Nuggets review - do you think the GSW young core is strong enough to carry the load? The Nuggets won their regular-season series against the Warriors 3-1. Can Jokic lead the Nuggets past the first round?
(6:04) Utah Jazz vs Dallas Mavericks review - will Utah continue to blow 20+ point leads? Can Dallas still win the series without Luka Doncic?
(11:57) Bucks vs Bulls review - is this the only series in the first round where a potential sweep is imminent?
(14:44) Philadelphia 76ers vs Toronto Raptors - will history repeat itself between the Raps and the 76ers?  
(23:53) [Northwest Division] All-Time Franchise Lineups / Utah Jazz All-Time Lineup
(26:09) Denver Nuggets All-Time Lineup
(26:59) Minnesota Timberwolves All-Time Lineup
(28:30)  Portland Trailblazers All-Time Lineup
(29:57) Oklahoma City Thunder / Seattle Supersonics All-Time Lineup
(31:16) Outro: 5 Second Rule - Jersey Number Edition 

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After a long hiatus, the Toronto natives dive into some of the milestones that have taken place since the NBA All-Star break which involve LeBron James and Gregg Popovich. And find out which players Boni and Felix draft in Part 2 of the All-Time Franchise Lineups segment of the show.

*This recording took place before Shams Charania confirmed that Kyrie Irving will be allowed to play in New York*

(0:48) What do LeBron James' accomplishments mean to his legacy? Does he have anything else to prove?
(6:07) San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich is now number 1 on the all-time regular-season wins total - where would you rank Gregg Popovich amongst all past and present coaches in the NBA? 
(11:33) Can you name the top 3 players for most career 3pt makes in the last 5 seconds of the 4th quarter and overtime?
(14:05) Eastern Conference Play-In Tournament predictions and playoff bracket predictions 
(21:38) Western Conference Play-In Tournament predictions and playoff bracket predictions 
(28:21) [Finish with the last of the Central Division] Milwaukee Bucks All-Time Lineup
(31:44) Indiana Pacers All-Time Lineup
(33:52) [Southeast Division] Miami Heat All-Time Lineup
(36:23) Charlotte Hornets All-Time Lineup
(38:05) Atlanta Hawks All-Time Lineup
(41:05) Washington Wizards All-Time Lineup
(43:21) Orlando Magic All-Time Lineup
(46:56) The Toronto natives end the episode with a game of 5 Second Rule: All-Time Role Players Edition

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