Episodes
Josh and Ryan reflect on the most successful season in Raptors franchise history and discuss the decisions Masai Ujiri and company will have to make over the course of the off season.
Published 05/31/16
Published 05/31/16
The Raptors are proving people wrong left, right and center. Once considered a long shot to win a single game, Toronto finds itself knotted at two with the Cavs as the series heads back to Cleveland for game 5. Will Toronto keep up its current level of play? How can the Raptors gain the edge? Josh Lewenberg and Ryan Wolstat share their thoughts.
Published 05/25/16
The Raptors are proving people wrong left, right and center. Once considered a long shot to win a single game, Toronto finds itself knotted at two with the Cavs as the series heads back to Cleveland for game 5. Will Toronto keep up its current level of play? How can the Raptors gain the edge? Josh Lewenberg and Ryan Wolstat share their thoughts.
Published 05/25/16
Despite leaving Miami with the series tied at two, Raptors faithful have their doubts. Can the team find a way to win without Lowry and DeRozan firing on all cylinders? Josh and Ryan explain why the pessimistic view may be unfounded.
Published 05/11/16
After advancing to the 2nd round for the first time since 2001, the Raptors will have their hands full with the Miami Heat. How will the team fare? Josh and Ryan provide extensive analysis on how the two teams square up.
Published 05/03/16
With the Raptors carrying a 3-2 series lead to Indiana, Josh and Ryan discuss how the series got to this point and what the team must do to close out the series.
Published 04/28/16
With the Raptors ending their streak of 7-straight playoff losses, Josh and Ryan discuss how depth has been the difference between this season and last. The Raptors have found a way to be productive despite their stars playing their A-game, but the boys discuss how the Pacers may be able to scheme against that game plan.
Published 04/20/16
After posting a franchise-best 30 home wins and 50 wins on the season, the Raptors have nothing left to prove in the regular season. With that in mind, Josh and Ryan look ahead to the postseason... discussing what issues the team needs to address by then, and which opponent would be the most favourable 1st round match up.
Published 04/06/16
Kyle Lowry's banged up elbow has Josh and Ryan debating the best way the team can handle it. The Raptors have run into a number of issues with two and a half weeks before playoffs, but the boys share opinions on why there's no reason to panic.
Published 03/30/16
It's the final stretch before playoffs and the Raptors are chasing the Cavs for 1st place in the Eastern Conference. How will Coach Dwane Casey handle resting his star players? How desirable is the top slot in the East? Josh and Ryan answer that as well as your "Ask Woz" questions.
Published 03/22/16
With the Eastern Conference standings in limbo, Josh and Ryan debate the pros and cons of potential playoff match ups and discuss which would be the most preferable scenario for the Raptors.
Published 03/16/16
After a disheartening 113-107 loss to the Houston Rockets at home, Josh and Ryan discuss how badly the Raptors need improvement on the defensive side of the ball. The boys look back on the season - comparing how the team has declined defensively, and debate whether or not defense is a cause for concern with the impending return of DeMarre Carroll.
Published 03/07/16
Josh and Ryan react to the news the Raptors have waived Anthony Bennett to make room for veteran Jason Thompson. What do the Raptors do with the Power Forward position? The boys tackle that question and more in this week's "Ask Woz", and discuss Dwane Casey's decision to rest Kyle Lowry.
Published 03/01/16
With the Raptors making the decision to stand pat at trade deadline, Josh and Ryan discuss the outlook in the Eastern Conference. With its current roster, does Toronto stand a change against the likes of the Cavaliers and the Bulls? The Boys also answer your "Ask Woz" questions.
Published 02/24/16
With the rumour mill running rampant, Josh and Ryan discuss the likelihood the Raptors pull the trigger on a blockbuster. Should the Raptors be shopping to improve their roster? If so, what player is the best fit, and who provides the most bang for General Manager Masai Ujiri's buck? The boys examine a plethora of possible outcomes for Toronto come trade deadline day.
Published 02/16/16
With trade deadline right around the corner, Josh and Ryan discuss potential moves the Raptors could make to push the envelope. The boys weigh in on which Raptors are potentially expendable, debate what sort of return these players could garner and share their thoughts on who will win NBA All-Star skills competition events.
Published 02/10/16
Josh and Ryan discuss the Raptors 11-game win streak and the manner in which it came to an end. The boys take a look at the rotation and how it can be tinkered with, discuss potential trade targets and their likelihood come trade deadline as well as answer your "Ask Woz" questions.
Published 02/03/16
With Toronto currently on it's 2nd longest winning streak in franchise history, Josh and Ryan discuss what has allowed the team to thrive. The boys also debate which players should make up the Eastern/Western Conference All-Star teams and forecast Toronto's upcoming schedule.
Published 01/25/16
With half the season is in the books, Josh and Ryan provide letter grades for the Raptors to this point, and answer your "Ask Woz" questions from this week.
Published 01/19/16
Josh is joined by Raptors 905 Head Coach Jesse Mermuys as they look towards the future of the Raptors organization, discussing the development of some of Toronto's top prospects.
Published 01/13/16
With the news that Demarre Carroll will be out for extended time yet again, Josh and Ryan discuss the difficulties of making up for his absence. The boys analyze Toronto's loss to its biggest threat in the East, Cleveland...and field all your "Ask Woz" questions.
Published 01/06/16
Josh and Ryan break down the loss to the Bulls, examine how Jonas Valanciunas and DeMarre Carroll's returns have impacted the line up and debate which unit has the best chemistry. With the pipeline starting to fill up, the boys also discuss the need for the Raptors to develop that depth into NBA talent.
Published 12/29/15
With Christmas right around the corner, Josh and Ryan look at the two faces of the 2015/2016 Raptors: The one that plays up to strong competition, and the one that plays down to poor competition. The boys also discuss how the Jonas Valanciunas and Demarre Carroll injuries have affected balance of the roster.
Published 12/22/15
After a tough loss to the Pacers, Josh and Ryan discuss how injuries and lack of roster depth have hindered the Raptors' ability to build chemistry. With the bench struggling, the boys entertain the idea of giving younger players time to develop in the D-League.
Published 12/15/15