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...

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...

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are joined by former Raptors point guard and current Sportsnet Analyst Alvin Williams! They go over some of his stories of being traded, and how it feels for the players. The guys also get into whether or not Vince Carter's number should be retired in Toronto and what retiring a number means. Alvin also shares his thoughts on Bruce Brown, and his impressions of Darko so far. The guys then welcome former NBA center and current Rockets analyst Ryan Hollins. They get...

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with another jam packed episode! To start things off, senior NBA writer from the Ringer Howard Beck joins the show. They get into everything going on in Milwaukee and what led to the firing of Adrian Griffin. Next, they get into Beck's thoughts on the Raptors moves, and how long he thinks this rebuild could take. Eric then welcomes on Sportsnet Producer Paul Bromby to promote his new children's book 'The Backpack' and what inspired him to write it. The guys...

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...

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...

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...

Eric Smith and Paul Jones share their reaction to the Toronto Raptors trading away OG Anunoby, Precious Achiuwa and Malachi Flynn to the New York Knicks for RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley and a second-round pick. We get Raptors TV voice Matt Devlin's thoughts on the trade, the mood of the team following the loss of OG in the locker room, and if this move signals the next decision surrounding Pascal Siakam's future. Plus, we hear head coach Darko Rajakovic's thoughts on the deal between New...

Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back with another holiday best of edition! They look back on the year that was in Canada basketball with the General Manager of the national team Rowan Barrett, longtime member Carl English, and current Bronze medalist Dwight Powell! The guys also look back on some of there favorite interviews of the year from NBA champion Popeye Jones, to former NBA ref Bob Delaney, and finally ESPN analyst Tim Legler! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are...

Eric Smith and Paul Jones look back on 2023 with some of their favourite interviews from the past year. This week they concentrate on conversations with former Raptors players Amir Johnson, TJ Ford, Jose Calderon, Dell Curry, Charlie Villanueva, and ‘The Junkyard Dog’ Jerome Williams. Happy Holidays from Smith & Jones! 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 & Paul Jones are back for another jammed packed week! They are joined by former Raptor and Naismith player of the year, Tyler Hansbrough! They go over what he is getting up to in his retirement, some of his favorite memories from both college and his time in Toronto. They then get into some of the players he most enjoys watching now. Then longtime radio voice of the Atlanta Hawks Steve Holman joins the guys! They get into the similarities between the Hawks and Raptors teams and...

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...

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....

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are joined by the radio voice of the Chicago Bulls, and former Raptors play by play voice Chuck Swirsky to give us his favorite holiday memoires while working in the league! The guys then get into how the game has changed, and what he has seen from the Bulls so far this year. Then former Raptors point guard, and current Sportsnet analyst Alvin Williams joins the guys. They get into the Raptors so far and also what happened in San Antonio this week. Did Gregg Popovich...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back! They are joined by Former Raptor and current Television color man Alvin Williams! The guys go over some of Alvin's draft memories and what he remebers most about his entry into the NBA. The guys then get into how they feel the Raptors off season has gone thus far. Does Alvin expect to see Fred VanVleet back in a Raptors jersey? And does Gary Trent opting in mean anything for the team? The guys then get into what they are hearing about new coach Darko...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...