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Raps Rant - THE Toronto Raptors podcast.

Raps Rant - THE Toronto Raptors podcast.

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Raps Rant is brought to you by Phil Marion, Patrick Harris and Blair Johnson. All things Raptors. All things NBA. We cover current stats, news and feature exciting guest speakers.

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Episode 5 - We got swept by the PISTONS!!!

Raps Rant - THE Toronto Raptors podcast.Mar 19, 2019

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Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 9

Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 9

This week's episode your hosts discuss the week of games, the Covid protocol and the continued Kyle Lowry trade rumours.  All of this and around the NBA commentary. 

Mar 03, 202145:21
Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 8

Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 8

In the latest segment of Raps Rant we welcome another special guest to the show! Anchor of TSN SportsCentre Jennifer Hedger joins to discuss all things Raptors all things NBA!  Hear more about her perspective from the championship run, what it was like dealing with no sports and her take on the season.  

Feb 22, 202145:18
Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 7

Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 7

What a week!! Listen to our hosts thoughts on a great week and what we expected out of this Raptors team from the beginning.  Are they officially back and playoff contenders?  This and thoughts on Beal/Raptor rumours, the all-star game plans and one final superbowl discussion....

Feb 06, 202138:26
Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 6

Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 6

Join the crew and special guest John Blair as they discuss how the Raptors can't finish, Nick Nurse and thoughts on what the team should do.  Around the NBA discusses the potential Beal sweepstakes along with the Lakers number of titles....should there be an * on any? 

Feb 02, 202143:33
Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 5

Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 5

A special episode with our first guest!  Canadian sports broadcaster and radio host Gareth Wheeler joins Raps Rant!  Gareth currently serves as the radio voice of Toronto FC on TSN 1050 for games involving TFC on the TSN family of networks.  Join to hear his perspective on the Raptors player development and insights to the league from his time broadcasting for G-League affiliate Raptor 905. 

Jan 26, 202144:03
Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 4

Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 4

Another segment all things Raptors, all things NBA!  Hear details about the Raps week and debate regarding the upcoming schedule.  The negativity has slightly decreased after seeing surprise contributions from Stanley Johnson and most improved player candidate Chris Boucher! 

Jan 18, 202140:35
Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 3

Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 3

In this episode Phil and Pat cover the past five games.  Is Siakam back? Can the Raptors salvage the season?  Should we care?  All that and comments around the NBA.  

Jan 11, 202137:21
Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 2

Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 2

0 and 3!!! The crew discuss the extremely disappointing start and what to expect going forward.  What should Masai do this season?  Negativity is building that we aren't used to or ready for!  All this and comments regarding the rest on the biggest surprises around the NBA. 

Dec 31, 202047:01
Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 1

Raps Rant Season 3 - Episode 1

In the first episode of Raps Rant season 3, our hosts wing a conversation about the upcoming Raptors season still feeling hungover from the bubble....start of the season was fast! 

Dec 23, 202044:22
Inside the bubble Episode 8 - Best Two Words in Sports!

Inside the bubble Episode 8 - Best Two Words in Sports!

Phil & Pat recap one of the greatest games in Raptors history and of course share our thoughts on Game 7!! 

Sep 10, 202029:07
Inside the bubble Episode 7 - I don't shoot to miss!!

Inside the bubble Episode 7 - I don't shoot to miss!!

The crew is back to go over the incredible game 3 ending in what could be a season saving moment from OG! Game analysis and game 4 predictions included. 

Sep 04, 202055:04
Inside the bubble Episode 6 - Threw it away.....

Inside the bubble Episode 6 - Threw it away.....

Phil and Blair are back with special guest Meghan Smith to break down the disappointing game 2 loss with game 3 predictions.

Sep 03, 202056:58
Inside the bubble Episode 5 - Game 1 Sucked!!

Inside the bubble Episode 5 - Game 1 Sucked!!

Toronto Boston game 1 recap with game 2 predictions and an update to the unacceptable segment with special guest Patrick Harris.

Sep 01, 202036:31
Inside the bubble Episode 4 - First ever sweep with Patrick Harris.

Inside the bubble Episode 4 - First ever sweep with Patrick Harris.

Following the first ever series sweep in Raptors history the crew looks ahead to the Boston Celtics in round 2.

Aug 26, 202001:02:46
Inside the bubble Episode 3 - Playoff preview with Patrick Harris.

Inside the bubble Episode 3 - Playoff preview with Patrick Harris.

As the Raptors set out to defend their title Phil and Blair are joined by special guest Patrick Harris to discuss how the Raptors are looking heading into the playoffs and some of the other intriguing matchups in the first round of the NBA playoffs.

Aug 18, 202001:00:29
Inside the bubble Episode 2 - Back to back wins for the Champs!

Inside the bubble Episode 2 - Back to back wins for the Champs!

After impressive wins over the Lakers and Heat, Blair and Phil give their thoughts on what they see from the Raptors so far in the bubble.

Aug 05, 202045:59
Inside the bubble Episode 1 - We're back baby!

Inside the bubble Episode 1 - We're back baby!

A preview to the Raptors upcoming 8 games in the bubble. 

Aug 05, 202036:19
We are the Champions!!!

We are the Champions!!!

The Raptors are NBA Champions!!!!!!! Enough said...

Jun 17, 201952:35
NBA Finals Game 5 - Painful...

NBA Finals Game 5 - Painful...

After the Raptors came within 1 point of winning the NBA Championship, the crew is feeling a little bit down to say the least.

Jun 13, 201933:26
NBA Finals Game 4 - Finish the race.

NBA Finals Game 4 - Finish the race.

After a dominant and spectacular win in game 4, the Raptors are coming home on the brink of history. The crew breaks down game 4 and discusses what they expect for game 5.

Jun 09, 201950:01
NBA Finals Game 3 - BANGGGGG!!!

NBA Finals Game 3 - BANGGGGG!!!

The Raptors go into Oakland and shut up the stupid Oracle fans. (One pushed Kyle Lowry) They now lead the series 2 - 1. FINISH THE RACEEEEE!

Jun 06, 201933:49
NBA Finals Game 2 - The Raptors beat themselves.

NBA Finals Game 2 - The Raptors beat themselves.

The Raptors suffer a heartbreaking loss in game 2 and set an NBA Finals record for being on the wrong side a 20 - 0 run. The crew gives their thoughts and sheds a few tears.

Jun 05, 201946:44
NBA Finals Game 1 - RAPS WIN!!!

NBA Finals Game 1 - RAPS WIN!!!

The Raptors currently have the highest winning percentage in NBA Finals history. The most historic game in Raptors history was incredible.

May 31, 201933:00
NBA Finals Preview - Introducing Pat Harris

NBA Finals Preview - Introducing Pat Harris

The crew finally invites our first guest to the rant, Pat Harris. We break down our thoughts on the matchup for the NBA finals and give our predictions on the Raptors chances.

May 30, 201958:55
Round 3 - Game 6 - Kyle Lowry is a God.

Round 3 - Game 6 - Kyle Lowry is a God.

THE RAPTORS ARE GOING TO THE FFF&#ING FINALS!!! Nothing else left to say. Kawhi Leonard has already cemented himself as the best Raptor of all time, and Kyle Lowry has in less than a month gone from a loser to a Raptors and Toronto sports God.

May 28, 201951:44
Round 2 - Game 2 - The bench SUCKS!

Round 2 - Game 2 - The bench SUCKS!

After the greatest game in Raptors history, the squad comes out and goes ice cold including 5 points from the bench. The crew is not pleased, but not too concerned.

May 01, 201940:44
Round 2 - Game 1 - The greatest game in Raptors history,

Round 2 - Game 1 - The greatest game in Raptors history,

Game 1 of round 2 in the 2019 NBA playoffs is the best game in Raptors history...unquestionably. 

Apr 29, 201955:15
Round 1 - Game 4 - The legend of Kyle Lowry Part 2

Round 1 - Game 4 - The legend of Kyle Lowry Part 2

After 3 straight wins including 2 blowouts and a couple of decent games from Kyle Lowry, the crew is in better spirits. 

Apr 23, 201931:59
Round 1 - Game 1 - The legend of Kyle Lowry.

Round 1 - Game 1 - The legend of Kyle Lowry.

After a game 1 loss to the Magic, the crew battle about the positives and negatives of what they saw. Let's just say, things get spicy!

Apr 16, 201939:30
Episode 5 - We got swept by the PISTONS!!!

Episode 5 - We got swept by the PISTONS!!!

With the Bucks giving the Raps a realistic chance at the 1 seed with a 3 and 4 record over the past 7 games, what did our squad do??? They lost to the Cavs and the Pistons TWICE! The material is there for a series rant and the crew certainly delivers.

Mar 19, 201947:05
Episode 4 - Can we catch the Bucks?!?!

Episode 4 - Can we catch the Bucks?!?!

Fresh off a dominant win against Boston, the crew discusses Leonard's load management, the team chemistry and whether the Raps can catch the Bucks for the all important 1st seed in the East.

Feb 28, 201953:05
Episode 3 - Trade deadline aka Marc Gasol edition.

Episode 3 - Trade deadline aka Marc Gasol edition.

One of the busiest trade deadlines in in recent years could have major implication for the Raptors. We cover the big raptors trade as well as all of the major trades from around the NBA and debate how the Raptors stack up against the best in the Easter Conference.

Feb 11, 201945:06
Episode 2 - Introducing Meghan Smitttthh!!!

Episode 2 - Introducing Meghan Smitttthh!!!

Episode 2 covers Raptors news for the week of Jan 20th - Jan 27th. In this episode we introduce you to co-host and Lowry lover Meghan Smith and debate his value to the Raptors. The current week featured a couple of expected wins as well as a couple of tough and frustrating losses. Let the rant begin!

Jan 28, 201942:19
Episode 1 - The OG Show with Phil and Blair.

Episode 1 - The OG Show with Phil and Blair.

Raps Rant is brought to you by Phil Marion, Meghan Smith and Blair Johnson. The show is broken down into four ten minute quarters covering all things Raptors and the NBA. We cover current stats, news and feature exciting guest speakers. Welcome.
The first quarter is a recap of the last week. What was the raps record, interesting headlines.
The second quarter is all about the stats. We break them down for the raptors and around the NBA.
The third quarter will typically be a call in or special guest.
And the final quarter is rumors and news from around the NBA.
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Jan 20, 201946:03