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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back for another week! The guys welcome on Pat Boylan, Indiana Pacers radio host and sideline reporter, to discuss the addition of Pascal Siakam, his fit with the team, what has he added, and if Indiana is a legit contender now. The guys then get into what lessons the Raptors can learn from the Pacers' rebuild and if it's a path they can pursue. The guys then welcome on former NBA GM turned ESPN front office insider Bobby Marks to look into the buyout market, the most improved teams at the trade deadline, and the Raptors' direction for the future.

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back to break down the NBA trade deadline! The guys kick off the show with Doug Smith, Toronto Star Raptors reporter, who looks into Toronto's business today, if the organization picked the right direction, and what we expect to see for the rest of the season. Finally, former New York Knicks General Manager and current ESPN analyst, Scott Perry joins the guys to share his thoughts on the trade deadline including who improved the most, who got worse, and what move stood out from the crowd.
 

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones start off today's episode on the heels of Masai Ujiri's post-trade press conference. They discuss if they share his faith about winning in Toronto, whether or not any more trade are coming, and what happened to the relationship between Masai and Pascal Siakam over the summer. Later on, FOX Sports 1 NBA analyst Ric Bucher hops aboard to chat about the recent trades, the direction of the Raptors, and the legacy of the 2019 title. Finally, ESPN NBA writer Kevin Pelton joins the guys to share his thoughts on the deal and what's ahead for this team. 

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with another jam-packed episode! ESPN and Andscape writer Marc Spears joins to talk about how RJ Barrett is fitting in with the Raptors since the trade, why this is projecting to be a rare win-win transaction in the league, and what's on the horizon in Toronto. Next, Lakers radio play-by-play voice John Ireland weighs in on the season that's unfolded in Los Angeles, as well as LeBron James' 21st year in the league. Finally, Eric and Paul chat with Niloofar Abedzadeh, a recipient of the Wayne and Theresa Embry Fellowship, about what the role entails and where she hopes it will leads to.

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones breakdown everything to do with the OG Anunoby trade. First they are joined by the Associated Press Knicks reporter Brian Mahoney to take a look the trade from the Knicks perspective. What did the Raptors get with RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley? Where does this trade leave the Knicks now too? Then former NBA coach and broadcaster P.J. Carlesimo joins the guys to share his thoughts on the trade and what he sees in the Raptors this year. Are they better after this trade or worse?

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with a new episode! The guys catch up with former Raptors point guard Chris Childs and chat about everything he is doing off the court now, some of stories from his time in Toronto, and memories of playing with Vince Carter. Later on, Eric and Paul debate their favourite players to watch in the current NBA. Next up, former Assistant Coach for the Raptors and Team Canada, Jon Goodwillie stops by to share his thoughts on the greatest Raptors of all time, his experience this summer being with Team Canada at the World Cup, and how has basketball grown across the country in his lifetime.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back! The pair kick things off with their thoughts on the Raptors at the quarter point of the season, including what has impressed them and what has left them wanting more. Former NBA point guard, NBA on Sirius XM host, and Suns broadcaster, Eddie Johnson joins the guys to chat about the top storylines surrounding the Suns early on. The guys wrap things up with a look at the latest news around the league, before sharing their thoughts on the In-Season tournament. 

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are joined by Rowan Barrett, General Manager of the Team Canada's National Men's Senior team! They go over everything that happened this summer from the coaching change, to the challenges the team faced in the FIBA World Cup. Rowan also shares what to expect going forward with the roster for next summer. Later on, former Raptors head coach and current advisor to the Detroit Pistons, Dwane Casey joins the guys to talk about life after coaching, what he is up to now, and how far the NBA has come.  

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back! They look back at the summer that was for Canada Basketball with national team member and Dallas Maverick, Dwight Powell! How did it feel to finally qualify for the Olympics? And what can Canadian fans expect from the program moving forward? Next, the guys talk to former Head Trainer of the Toronto Raptors, Scott McCullough, about load management, the goals behind it, and the effect of the NBA's new rules on rest this season (17:20). Finally, the guys talk to 10-year NBA veteran, ESPN NBA analyst, and host of the The All NBA Podcast, Tim Legler stops by to react to the new NBA season and Scottie Barnes' budding superstar status (42:35).

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We back!  In our 5th year of covering the Toronto Raptors! We've got analysis. We've got fun AND we've got love for the game. First up, our observations as credentialed media for a Raptors home game, behind the scenes. Then a detailed breakdown of early season trends and issues, some worrisome and some positive. Our King of the North and Joker of the Week, where in an unlikely turn of events, the Raptors medical staff gets called out. And the latest from the James Harden saga - how far away is the next trade demand? Then a fun segment on NBA villains - never forget, never forgive. If you love hoops and love the Raptors, you'll probably love us. Spread the word!

Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back for the final time this season! They go over Fred VanVleet's departure and what it means for the team both on and off the court.  They are then joined by the newest member of the Toronto Raptors, Jalen McDaniels!  He joins Eric fresh from his introductory press conference  to share his excitement about joining the Raptors and what he's learned from former Raptor Kawhi Leonard in their time playing together. To wrap things up, Sportsnet's Raptors analyst Alvin Williams joins the guys to review everything from this season and preview what next year might look like! 

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are joined by former Raptor Mike James to look back on his career, from playing in the CBA to the backcourt of the championship Detroit Pistons. They also chat about his memories of playing in Toronto, what he saw in a young Chris Bosh, Kobe Bryant's 81-point game, and why he ultimately left the Raptors. The guys also get into James' work to help the homeless in Houston and share a memory of what he did for Paul and Eric one night. Later on, former centre for the Orlando Magic and Canadian National Team, Andrew Nicholson chats about his transition from the NBA to playing in Asia, how big of an "ego check" it is, and what he is doing in Toronto this summer!

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are coming to you live following Gradey Dick's introductory press conference! The pair offer their thoughts the Raptors' first round pick both on and off the court, how Gradey can help the team address their most pressing issues, and if he can slot into the rotation this year. Later on, Blair Kerkhoff, Jayhawks reporter for the Kansas City Star, looks back on the freshman's only year playing at the Allen Fieldhouse and shares which skills could translate to the NBA level in Toronto.

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The Denver Nuggets are NBA Champions! Eric Smith and Paul Jones are joined by Nuggets Assistant Coach Popeye Jones to chat about the feeling he had when the final horn went off, his conversations with Nikola Jokić after the job was done, and the unique skillset Jokić possess.  Later on, Carl English, former Canadian national team player, shares his memories of playing with Jamal Murray and what it was like seeing his development over time. The guys wrap up the show with Memphis Grizzlies play-by-play voice Eric Hasseltine, who discusses what Raptors fans can expect from Darko Rajaković, who he is both as a coach and a person off the court, and what's next in the Ja Morant saga.

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back! The pair kick things off with their thoughts on the NBA Finals, Nikola Jokic's impressive showing, and if the Miami Heat can claw back into it. ESPN Radio colour commentator P.J. Carlesimo joins the guys to remark over what Jokic has been able to do this postseason and how Miami can stop him. Later on, former Nugget Randy Foye stops by to go over what changes he has seen in Jokic both on and off the court, before getting into a deeper conversation about how European development has surpassed that in North America. All that and so much more! 

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Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back with a new edition of Smith and Jones! The guys start off offering their thoughts on Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals as the Miami Heat held off the Boston Celtics' near-historic comeback. The guys then welcome on Toronto Star NBA and Raptors reporter Doug Smith to go over all the latest from the Raptors' head coaching search, who we should keep an eye on, who the team is talking too, and who the guys want to see as coach. They also preview the NBA Finals and talk about if Jamal Murray will resonate nationally like Andrew Wiggins did last year. Later on, ESPN play-by-play voice Mark Jones joins the guys to chat about the Heat's Game 7 victory over the Celtics, just how good Nikola Jokić is, and who he sees emerging from the NBA Finals! Guys close out the show with their predictions on who will lift the Larry O'Brien trophy.

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with a loaded episode! The guys welcome on Ira Winderman, South Florida Sun Sentinel Heat reporter, to go over Miami's sudden turnaround, what the idea of "Heat Culture" means, and the vibes in the Sunshine State amid the Heat and Panthers' success! Later on, former Raptors VP and current Pistons advisor Ed Stefanski takes a trip around the NBA to chat about LeBron James' rumoured retirement, the rash of head coaching firings, and how promising Canadian basketball looks right now on the heels of Jamal Murray's electric playoff run. Finally, Eric and Paul welcome on former Nuggets coach George Karl to get his thoughts on this team's run and Nikola Jokic's brilliance, before sharing his thoughts on Carmelo Anthony after he announced his retirement.

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are joined by Sportsnet NBA Analyst Alvin Williams to chat about the lack of patience within the NBA as it relates to coaching and the quick trigger-finger for change, before reflecting on his past experience working with the 76ers' front office. The guys then sort through the NBA Conference Finals matchups and discuss why Jayson Tatum looked so timid in Game 1 and what would another title would mean for LeBron James' legacy? Later on, former Raptors and Grizzlies Head Athletic Trainer Scott McCullough joins the programs to clear up what exactly load management is, before sharing what's caught his eye at the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago and some of the worst injuries he's dealt with in his 20+ years in the NBA (32:38).

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are joined by the voice of the Boston Celtics, Sean Grande, as they preview Game 6 between the Celtics and 76ers. They also get into what's happened to the Celtics to lead them to the brink of elimination, who's to blame, and how to recover from it. Later on, former NBA Coach of the Year Dwane Casey chats about his career as he transitions to a front office role. From Western Kentucky to Detroit, they go over his 40+ years coaching and the lessons he has learned from not only basketball, but life. Dwane also shares some of his favorite memories from the sidelines including coaching Sam Bowie and Jason Kidd, coaching with George Karl, and the 2011 NBA Finals.  

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with a full edition of Smith and Jones! The guys kick off the show by welcoming the Boston Globe's Gary Washburn to share his takeaways from the Celtics-76ers series, his level of concern surrounding Joe Mazzulla, and who he anticipates coming out on top. The guys then go around the league with Sirus XM NBA host and ESPN contributor Frank Isola! They discuss his MVP vote, how the series schedule impacts the Lakers and Warriors differently, and what the Suns need to change going forward. Finally, Brian Geltzeiler of Sirus XM NBA radio joins the guys and they answer any final burning questions including if Mike Malone or Monty Williams is under more pressure, if the Lakers can really do this after trading half their team, and if the Knicks are well and truly back. All that and so much more!  

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