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In Episode 1668, Sean Woodley is joined by Jamar Hinds (Raptors Republic) to react to the Toronto Raptors signing Immanuel Quickley to a new 5-year, $175 million contract to solidify the Quickley-Scottie Barnes tandem long into the future before digging into the looming decisions on the futures of Bruce Brown and Gary Trent Jr. Off the top, Sean and Jamar detail why the Quickley deal is a great one for the Raptors even with the sticker shock of a $35 million AAV. The deal is almost guaranteed to age superbly well in a league where the cap is set to rise 10% every year for the foreseeable future. The Raptors don't have major player contract uncertainty hanging over them anymore, it's a beautiful thing! Next, Sean and Jamar lay out the options the Raptors have when it comes to Bruce Brown, whose contract guarantee date is Saturday, and Gary Trent Jr., who looks set to his unrestricted free agency without a new deal from Toronto. Lastly, they discuss some of the potential options for the Raptors if they opt to o

In Episode 1667, Sean Woodley goes solo to talk about the Toronto Raptors getting back to their roots on Day 2 of the NBA Draft with the selections of Jonathan Mogbo, Jamal Shead and Ulrich Chomche on top of a deal with the Sacramento Kings that landed them the 45th-pick (Shead), Davion Mitchell, Sasha Vezenkov and a 2025 Blazers second-round pick. Off the top, Sean chats about the Raptors three-second rounders: Mogbo, the super-athletic, shooting-averse combo forward/big who just so happens to be childhood friends with Scottie Barnes, Shead, the 6'0 point guard from Houston who was the Big-12 Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year and is a three-point shot away from probably being a long-time backup point guard in the NBA, and Chomche, the youngest prospect in the draft, who stands 6'10 with a 7'4 wingspan  and seems to be many years way from making a true impact in the NBA. This was the second round where the Raptors got back up to their old tricks when it comes to the types of dudes they histo

In Episode 1666, Sean Woodley goes solo for a quick reaction podcast to break down the Toronto Raptors selecting Ja'Kobe Walter out of Baylor with the 19th-overall pick in the NBA Draft on Wednesday night before taking a look at who's left on the board for the Raptors with the 31st pick to open up the second round tomorrow. Off the top, Sean reacts to the selection of Walter, who was maybe not on the top of Sean's personal big board when the Raptors were on the clock, but clearly fits into the team's vision as a potential 3-and-D guard who can handle a few positions on the perimeter while bombing threes off of movement. If it all works out, Walter is the kind of guy that all good teams need. Then, Sean runs through the guys he'd most like the Raptors to take a look at with the first pick of round two -- if they make the pick at all with trade offers sure to start pouring in over the next handful of hours ahead of Round 2. Join us over on the Locked On Raptors Discord! https://discord.gg/jtX2c3gRSupport Us By

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In Episode 1665, Sean Woodley is joined by Richard Stayman (MavsDraft, Locked On NBA Big Board) to talk about their final thoughts on what the Toronto Raptors could look to do with the 19th pick in tonight's NBA Draft before making some bold superlative NBA Draft predictions. Off the top, Sean and Richard run through, for the last time, some of the options the Raptors could be looking at with the 19th pick, and which lottery-projected players Raptors fans should most be hoping slide to 19 on Draft night. Next, Sean and Richard run through a series of pre-draft superlative predictions, including which player in the class is most likely to: Win a scoring title? Win an MVP? Win Defensive Player of the Year? Be a 4th or 5th starter on multiple championship teams? Prove to be the most over-thought prospect in the class? Be the steal of the second round? All that and more on this most glorious of Draft Days!Join us on the Locked On Raptors Discord! https://discord.gg/nh2syuhvSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!eB

In Episode 1664, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob (Sportsnet, Raptors in 7) to talk about the Toronto Raptors signing franchise cornerstone Scottie Barnes to a rookie max extension for 5-years and up to $270 million. Off the top, Sean and Vivek discuss their initial reactions to the deal and why this is a big win for the Raptors franchise even if it was very much predicted, before discussing whether or not they envision Barnes clearing the qualifications (All-NBA, MVP or DPOY) to earn the full super max with his play next season. Next, they get into the realistic expecations for Barnes has be becomes the highest-paid player in Raptors history, and why the career arc of Jayson Tatum might be an informative one to keep an eye on as Barnes moves into his early prime. Lastly, patience vs. boldness; should the Raptors look to bolster the core around Scottie Barnes with a big move this summer while they have cap flexibility, or should they wait it out a bit and see what next season, the 2025 Draft and another

In Episode 1663, Sean Woodley goes solo to lay out his final Top-10 Big Board for the Toronto Raptors at the 19th-overall pick, with some thoughts on the more highly-ranked prospects who could slide on Draft night who would supercede anyone on Sean's board if they're available. Off the top, Sean lays out his criteria for evaluating prospects and where they should slot in on his board, as well as why guys like Devin Carter, Ron Holland, Rob Dillingham, Cody Williams and Nikola Topic would be no-brainer picks for the Raptors at 19 if any of them were to slide out of their projected draft range. Sean then dives into why DaRon Holmes II is his favourite potential fit with the Raptors with their first-round pick, and why Kel'el Ware, Tristan da Silva and Kyshawn George round out his Top-4. Lastly, Sean runs rapid fire through the remaining six players on his board, including the polarizing Zach Edey, the perhaps slept on Jaylon Tyson, the mercurial Isaiah Collier, and draft season darling Bub Carrington, among oth

In Episode 1662, Sean Woodley goes solo to take a look at some of the latest news around the NBA and what it means for the Toronto Raptors, including Malik Monk signing a 4-year / $78 million deal to stay in Sacramento, the Chicago Bulls doing very dumb things, and the subterfuge minefield that is Bronny James and his draft stock. Off the top, Sean digs into the the Monk deal with the Kings, digs into whether it sets the market for shooting guards of Gary Trent Jr.'s ilk, and why it probably spells the end of any grand visions the Raptors had for their potential cap space route this summer. Next, Sean digs into the Alex Caruso for Josh Giddey trade, and ponders whethere the Bulls are stupid enough or eager-for-change enough to have Patrick Williams swiped from under the nose, with Yahoo!'s Jake Fischer naming the Raptors as a potential Williams suitor this summer, be it via offer sheet or sign-and-trade. Lastly, Sean takes a look at Bronny James and his viability as an NBA prospect after ESPN's Jonathan Givon

In Episode 1661, Sean Woodley goes solo to talk about three potential Toronto Raptors wing targets in the 2024 NBA Draft who must overcome the obstacle of having extremely bust-sounding sports names in Pacome Dadiet, Bobi Klintman and Johnny Furphy. Off the top, Sean digs into Dadiet, the fast-rising 18-year-old French wing currently playing for Ratiopharm Ulm in Germany, who has shown some flashes of self-creation on top of solid three-point shooting and sound off-ball play, but are the playmaking and defensive tools there to make him worth a swing as high as 19th-overall? Next, Sean talks about Cairns Taipans forward Bobi Klintman, who has a bunch of interesting tools, but do they come together to make Klintman into an interesting enough prospect for the Raptors to gamble on? And lastly, Sean talks about 6'9 sharp-shooting Kansas wing Johnny Furphy, whose game overlaps with last year's first-rounder Gradey Dick quite a bit, although Furphy brings an above-the-rim element and defensive upside that Dick will

In Episode 1660, Sean Woodley is reunited at long last with Vivek Jacob (Sportsnet, Raptors in 7) to chat about the NBA season coming to an end, opening up the possibility that Scottie Barnes, Immanuel Quickley and Gary Trent Jr. could now all sign new deals with the Raptors before the free agency window opens on June 30th before chatting about Jakob Poeltl's place within the Toronto Raptors and what they'd like to see him refine in his game this summer. Off the top, Sean and Vivek discuss who of IQ, Barnes and Trent they expect the Raptors to sign before free agency begins in earnest, why it's most likely that Quickley's deal will come after the free agency window opens, and their expected terms for Quickley and Trent's new deals, whether with the Raptors or not. Next, Sean and Vivek pivot to discuss Jakob Poeltl, his importance to the Toronto Raptors, and why it makes very little sense for the Raptors to trade him for futures this summer, even if the goal next year is to be bad. Lastly, they chat about what

In Episode 1659, Sean Woodley is joined by Keandre Ashley (Hoop Intellect) to talk about the big men who should be available in the Toronto Raptors range in the upcoming 2024 NBA Draft. Off the top, Sean and Keandre chat about the fun of evaluating such a strange draft class without a true consensus number one guy and a flat, deep talent pool before talking about Ron Holland being Keandre's guy in this draft. Next, Sean and Keandre dig into the classic bigs in the Raptors range, including the polarizing Canadian Zach Edey, super-athletic Baylor big man Yves Missi, and the potentially stretchy Kel'el Ware -- the latter of whom is Keandre's favourite guy for the Raptors among this group at 19. Lastly, Sean and Keandre run through bigs with a little 4/5 flexibility, including Kyle Filipowski, Daron Holmes II and Tyler Smith. Plus, a couple of non-big prospects who Keandre would like to see in Toronto. Join us over on the Locked On Raptors Discord server! https://discord.gg/6wA2Sm8cSupport Us By Supporting Our Sp

In Episode 1658, Sean Woodley is joined by Zulfi Sheikh (Raptors Republic, CEBL, Sportsnet) to run through six fake Toronto Raptors fake trade ideas that run the range from super realistic to absolute pipe dream. Off the top, Zulfi pitches a trade between the Raptors and Chicago Bulls involving Bruce Brown, Lonzo Ball and an exchange of draft picks, while Sean also has a ho-hum Bruce Brown deal that sends him to Atlanta for a flawed wing who addresses a positional need for Toronto. Next, Zulfi engineers a deal between the Raptors and Oklahoma City Thunder involving Jakob Poeltl that makes Sean's blood boil, while Sean puts together what is being described as the Fake Trade of the Summer -- a three-teamer between the Raptors, Brooklyn Nets and Houston Rockets that lands another Canadian on the Raptors. Lastly, Zulfi pitches Sean on a supreme buy low on a member of Scottie Barnes' 2021 Draft class, while Sean puts together a wild three-teamer that lands Naz Reid in Toronto. Join us over on the Locked On Raptors

In Episode 1657, Sean Woodley is joined by Katie Heindl (Believer Mag, Basketball Feelings) to talk about Toronto Raptors soon-to-be-sophomore Gradey Dick and where he fits into the long term plans of the franchise. Off the top, they discuss whether or not after one season they view Dick to be part of the Raptors' core going forward, or if there is still some information that needs to be gathered on Dick's long-term fit alongside Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett and Immanueul Quickley. Next, Sean and Katie discuss whether the existence of Dick on the roster should inform any of their offseason decision-making, including their looming decision on whether or not to retain Gary Trent Jr. Lastly, Sean and Katie discuss the areas in which they think Dick needs to improve upon the most this summer heading into his second year. Join us over on the Locked On Raptors Discord! It'll be the spot to be on Draft Night! https://discord.gg/VDNTPCxTSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qual

In Episode 1556, Sean Woodley goes solo to field even more of your questions about the Toronto Raptors and the 2024 NBA Draft, with focuses on the guard crop in this class, the possibility of trading up and much more!  Off the top, Sean fields questions about whether USC guard Isaiah Collier would be a fit with the Raptors if he's still on the board at 19, which other players are candidates to slide down the draft order, and whether the Raptors can realistically address their backup point guard situation in this year's draft. Next, Sean digs into some questions about whether the Raptors should look at trading up using their two first rounders to climb up the order, and the very polarizing Virginia wing prospect Ryan Dunn. Lastly, Sean answers questions about which player the Raptors would be most likely to jump up the draft board to select in the event of a trade, the msot Bruno Caboclo-ish prospects in the class and more! Join us over on the Locked On Raptor Discord server! https://discord.gg/kZmuHtFuSupport

In Episode 1655, Sean Woodley goes solo to dig through a mountain of listener questions about the Toronto Raptors and the 2024 NBA Draft. Off the top, Sean fields questions about which type of player really hitting for the Raptors in this draft would have the biggest positive effect on the franchise going forward, Sean's least-favourite prospects in the Raptors' range of the draft, and whether the Raptors should select G-League Ignite wing Ron Holland in the event he slides to 19 on draft night. Next, Sean sorts through questions on the highest upside players available at pick 19 and/or 31, whether drafting Bronny James would be worth it as a marketing ploy or for the off chance LeBron James brings his talents to Toronto, Zach Edey's fit or lack thereof in Toronto, worst-case Draft Night scenarios, and whether the Raptors could consider dangling the 19th pick in order to land a more ready made player. Lastly, Sean handles a trio of questions about the draft moving to a two-day format, what it means for the Ra

In Episode 1654, Sean Woodley goes solo to talk about Canadian big man prospect and two-time National Player of the Year at Purdue Zach Edey and whether or not his polarizing game could be a fit with the Raptors -- or in the modern NBA in general. Off the top, Sean digs into the reasons why Edey might be a good pro, from his dexterous interiou touch to his incredible rebounding ability and his propensity for setting bone-crunching screens. Next, Sean examines the potential drawbacks to Edey's game and potential fit in Toronto, from his lack of a credible three-point shot, to his dependence on playing as a dropback, rim-protecting big man and the challenges with scheme versatility Edey might present to any team that drafts him. Plus, does he have the playmaking chops to handle the double teams that NBA teams are sure to send his way when he catches in in the post? Lastly, Sean assesses whether the Raptors would be justified in selecting Edey with the 19th-overall pick, how their usage of Jakob Poeltl could cha

In Episode 1653, Sean Woodley is joined by old pal William Lou (Hello and Welcome) to talk about the Toronto Raptors' offseason, the upside of Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett, hopes for the offseason, and whether it's justifiable to feel optimistic about where things are headed for the Raptors in the coming years. Off the top, Sean and Will get into the relief they feel now that the mess of 2023-24 is behind them,  and reasons for optimism going into 2024-25. Next, they chat about Immanuel Quickley, why Sean is probably more bullish on him than Will, and what's keeping him from jumping into the East's upper crust of point guards before discussing Will's belief in RJ Barrett and Sean's slight bearishness in comparison. Lastly, Sean and Will chat about their hopes for this offseason, the types of players the team should be targeting to fill the gaps in their current rotation, and much more! Join us over on the Locked On Raptors Discord server! https://discord.gg/6qsxh7YBSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Li

In Episode 1652, Sean Woodley is joined by Jamar Hinds (Raptors Republic) to play a round of Toronto Raptors-themed Would You Rather, with conundrums about the Raptors' place in the standings next season, the team's offseason wheeling and dealing, and the most detestable NBA Finals matchup in a very long time. Off the top, Sean and Jamar chat about whether they'd rather the Raptors finish dead last in the NBA next season and give themselves a 14% chance at the first overall pick OR take a step forward and finish in the Play-in range of the Eastern Conference. Next, Sean and and Jamar dig into whether they'd rather see the Raptors bring back Bruce Brown and Gary Trent Jr. while signing Caleb Martin with the mid-level exception OR see them renounce Brown and Trent and use their cap space for one single high-priced free agent signing. Lastly, Sean and Jamar debate whether they'd ratehr the Celtics win the NBA Finals and guarantee the Raptors a Finals appearance by 2030, OR have the Celtics lose the finals and gi

In Episode 1651, Sean Woodley goes solo to take a temperature check on where the Toronto Raptors intend to go with Bruce Brown Jr.  and Gary Trent Jr. as Brown's 2024-25 option decision looms, and Trent gets closer to unrestricted free agency. Off the top, Sean resets the stage and takes stock of the latest reporting on Brown and Trent, and digs into why it seems more likely than not that the Raptors will forego having cap space and pick up Bruce Brown's option with the intent to trade him at some point, while also bringing Trent back on a new deal to stay in Toronto. Next, Sean runs through why the weak free agent class might make this decision for the Raptors, and some of the less than stellar options that make the status quo the preferred route. Lastly, Sean tries to identify teams with the matching contracts, draft picks and positional need that could see them enter their names into the Brown sweepstakes, if there even is one. Join us over on the Locked On Raptors Discord server! https://discord.gg/gNB6v7

In Episode 1650, Sean Woodley discusses whether Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma would make sense for the Toronto Raptors as a trade target following a report from Brett Siegel of Clutchpoints that the Raptors are a team to watch when it comes to the former NBA champion. Off the top, Sean details why despite there being some arguments in favour of pursuing Kuzma in the financial sense, the on-court fit of Kuzma with this Raptors core just wouldn't cut it. Next, Sean fires back up Wing Madness and continues to pour over potential wings the Raptors could target via trade or in free agency, with quick thoughts on Dillon Brooks, Isaac Okoro, Patrick Williams, Tari Eason and Jonathan Isaac. Join the Locked On Raptors Discord! https://discord.gg/AyytZwKSSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Terms and conditions apply.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Ma