The SIXth Man

Rection to the Raptors moves this year and how they will impact the present and future - PLUS - why isn't anyone else considering my point about our pick in the upcoming draft?  What is the Raptors ultimate plan with this rebuild?  Is free agency viable?   All that and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Raptors have officially clinched a play-in spot this year, Fred makes Raptors history and how different will the Raptors look on the court AND on the bench next season?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode I take a look at what the Raptors would have to do just to break even and sneak into the playoffs but also ask the question "Is it worth it"?  with a loaded draft coming up this offseason, who might the Raptors have a shot at and I give my name of a player I'd like to see them get.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are we all hoping for now that the all-star break is over in these last batch of games? Wins or losses? Breaking down the Raptors chances in the playoffs or the alternative of playing for a better chance at the draft lottery this summer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WOW!  With all that hype, what a snooze fest of a trade deadline, I have some serious thoughts about this team and the lack of moves and vision by the front office. should we as fans be worried?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The entire league is in a holding pattern for the trade deadline next week waiting to see what the Raptors do first. I break down what they should do and why in this latest episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This entire episode is devoted to the roster and blowing it up! Check out the breakdown, what pieces I would label "untouchable" and what pieces "expendable".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covering this past week's games and has the Raptors roster ever had this many injured players at once? Breaking down golden states interest in GTJ and what I would ask for in a trade... PLUS our "NBA 2K 23 Game of the Week Prediction".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Raptors injury woes continue, who will step up, Scottie’s sophomore slump and the SGA acquisition debate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Checking out this past week in Raptorland, diving into the decisions that could and should be made on the roster "big picture" and another WIN for the NBA 2K 23 Game of the Week" last week, I'll tell you this weeks pick and break it down. Also the Josh Primo debate... we know the Raptors will be interested but will they even attempt to bring him on the roster. I’ll give you my prediction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking down the Raps first week of the season against Cleveland, Brooklyn and Miami.  Who has impressed and who hasn't? Koloko gets fined, Scottie's ankle an issue already and what to do about OG and GTJ (big picture). This week's NBA 2K23 "Game of the Week" prediction features the Raps first game against the 76ers this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Dave breaks down the Raptors final roster decisions, previews the upcoming week and season plus gives predictions on their record for both. Could we see a big trade by the deadline this year? They are certainly setup for one! Also the new NBA 2K23 "Game of the Week" prediction kicks off!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taking a look at the Raptors roster now that the KD rumours have stopped, position battles and my pick for a player to keep an eye on that nobody is really talking about.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covering all the latest rumours about the team lately including Donovan Mitchell to the Raps... are NBA trades quickly getting out of hand? And who will take the bigger leap this season in their development and play... Scottie or Precious?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the kickoff to The SIXth Man Season 3 we cover the Raptors additions so far this year and the elephant in the room... should the Raptors trade for Kevin Durant and I give my opinion on the ONLY offer the Raps should make to do it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Raptors have made it a series as they take care of business in Philly without their all-star, also, Scottie Barnes takes home the ROTY hardware and gets a surprise guest at practice letting him know.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking down the Raptors best game of the playoffs so far in game #3 which still resulted in another lossWhat were the reasons? The refs missing a HUGE call on Doc Rivers which could've sealed the game and can the Raptors make history being down 3-0?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recapping the first game against the 76ers where Joel Embiid has certainly made a case for dirtiest player in the league. Thad, GTJ and Scottie all go down and did you know Barnes almost made Raptor playoff history?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The regular season has come to a close and the playoffs are set!  Toronto will take on Philadelphia in round #1.Check out my prediction and breakdown for the series, which 76ers player can't play in Toronto and hear the mad disrespect Shaq is giving us!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recapping the Raptors recent 5 game win streak and the special return of the G.R.O.A.T. Kyle Lowry!  Toronto mayor John Tory declares April 3 "Kyle Lowry Day" Also, Lowry's thoughts on Toronto, the fans, Scottie Barnes and what jersey he thought was "trash"?   Lastly my playoff prediction with one week left in the regular season!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Raptors are winning more than they are losing while the Heat and Bulls free fall, evacuation at Scotiabank Saturday night and what did Jack Armstrong say to make Matt Devlin laugh like Mickey Mouse?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recapping the Raptors 3 game losing streak and then 3 game win streak, Demar Derozan talks about coming back to Toronto, Doris Burke shows the Raps love and what could the Play-In look like with only 15 games to go in the regular season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recapping the All-Star game/break. The Raptors had two of their worst losses of the season in a row last week and a big reunion coming up with back to back games against Goran Dragic's new team the Brooklyn Nets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking down what the Raptors gave up and got in return this year, was it a win or a loss for the Raps and talking about a couple other big trades that happened including the Harden/Simmons blockbuster.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a week for Fred VanVleet, discussing who on the Raptors is most likely to be traded within the next 3 days and the one player I think the team needs to be ALL-IN on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covering last week's 2-1 record which included a history making triple overtime game against the Heat, Pacers and Raps talked straight swap for Siakam and Sabonis and who else will be on the team's radar for the upcoming trade deadline February 10th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode the Raps are finding a hard time  getting wins lately, could Malachi Flynn be on his way out after his dad blasts Nick Nurse on social media? And who could the Raps be targeting for the trade deadline... would you take a chance on Russell Westbrook?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Busy week for the Raptors... A mascot feud with Devin Booker and Shang-Chi himself comes to the team's defense... also, a couple solid trade rumours to go over as we get closer to the trade deadline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we take a look at the Raptors 6 game winning streak and I am doubling down on Fred Van All-Star! Trade deadline is one month away, who are the Raptors most likely to consider trading?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we recap last week's two games including a heartbreaking non-buzzer beater against OKC, COVID has affected the Raptors directly once again and what would it take to get Pacer's centre Myles Turner? Here is my trade idea!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recap the Raps past week, injury updates, Superfan Nav Bhatia headed to the big screen and is Fred VanVleet an All-Star? Also, my biggest rant ever on a previous All-Star game that I'm sure will ruffle some feathers out there.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode we cover last week's 1-2 record, the Raptors getting love once again from Kyle Lowry, a trade rumour I wouldn't turn down and the teams statement on Goran Dragic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recapping last week's games which saw OG Anunoby get hurt and the Raptors being the nail in the coffin for Luke Walton as head coach of the Kings. Also how Pascal Siakam's return has affected Scottie Barnes and would you want the Raptors to sign free agent Demarcus Cousins?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we cover last week's games including Fred VanVleet getting a $15,000 fine for a "gesture" after a big shot against the 76ers. Also, when do we start saying this team "might" be better without Pascal Siakam? And my insanely early prediction on what the Raptors will do at the draft next year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A look back on the past week for the Raptors including OG Anunoby's career night at the Garden, A battle of the league's top two rookies and the season debut of Pascal Siakam. the Raptors also made a roster move last week, waiving one of their players and we hear Kevin Durant's thoughts on the Raptors being back in Toronto and his impression of Scottie Barnes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we recap the Raptors winning streak from last week and discuss the Barnes vs Suggs rookie battle game... and then talk to former lead NBA analyst for ESPN, basketball and life coach David Thorpe about this year's rookie class, his connection to Scottie Barnes and Canadian talent in general.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recapping and breaking down the first week of games of the 2021-2022 NBA season. Who was “Hot or Not” for the Raptors the first three games. Jason Kidd thinks we’ve got a Star in Scottie Barnes. Rumours floating of an Atlanta player possibly on the move and the Raptors could be interested.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discussing all the top moments from the Raptors recent media day including chemistry and what the potential starting 5 could look like.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode I talk about the Raptors officially heading back home to Scotiabank Arena for the upcoming season and some favourite memories seeing a LIVE Raptors game!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode I cover The Raptors summer league play, the standouts including Scottie Barnes, Masai officially coming back and next years starting five.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(EMERGENCY EPISODE)It is officially the end of an era for the Toronto Raptors as the G.R.O.A.T.  from North Philly to your city is heading south to join the Miami Heat.I break down the news, what the Raptors are reportedly getting back for Kyle and of course say thank you to #7.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to T.O. Scottie Barnes from FSULeave it to the Raptors to make waves at the draft...they sure did by passing on Jalen Suggs the consensus #4 pick.I break down what this means and could mean for the Raptors moving forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Less than a week to go until the NBA draft and this episode I cover the big rumours out there about the Raptors moving up OR down in the draft See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This weeks episode I give my heated opinion on the Ben Simmons to Toronto rumours , Other player rumours linked to the Raps, Raptors keep being near the top of the NBA for sales and a bit of a coaching carousel going on right now in Toronto.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First guest to join the Podcast is bearded friend and co-worker of mine Colin Schertzberg.We talk NBA Finals, Adam Silvers recent comments on the Raptors playing in Toronto next season, the loss of Jama Mahlalela, building the Raps back into contenders and this weeks rumored trade to bring Dame Lillard to Toronto.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lots to cover in this episode as I have returned from vacation!Jalen Harris suspended by the NBA, Team O’Canada comes O’So close, Jalen Green moving up the draft board and would you do this Toronto/Golden State trade?  I’ll tell you why I would in a heartbeat!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special  early episode and while on vacation at my in-laws, The NBA draft lottery is over and the Raptors are officially picking #4 in this years draft…jumping up from their projected and most likely spot of #7 or 8.I cover the results and  do a deep dive on who the Raps may pick and in my opinion who they should pick at #4See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we cover the firing of ex-Raptors coach Nate Bjorkgren, free agency rumours and another trade rumour including the Raptors Chris Boucher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode I discuss the NBA playoffs and Lebron James historic exit... PLUS what "might" happen this offseason and look at a new Raptors trade rumour involving Pascal Siakam. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we check in on any recent Raptors news and then talk about the Raptors Hall of Fame Superfan Nav Bhatia! The comments made about him from Stephen A. Smith and Nav's incredible story of where he came from to where he is now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.