Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors

The Toronto Raptors reportedly have interest in New York Knicks big man Mitchell Robinson per Jake Fischer... but why? In Episode 2127, Sean Woodley goes solo to talk about the Raptors' reported interest in Robinson and why it makes absolutely zero sense for Toronto at this point in their team build before digging into scouting reports on a couple more prospects. Off the top, Sean gets into why Ro...

Former Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby just might mess around and win NBA Finals MVP with the New York Knicks, and we love that for him! In Episode 2126, Sean Woodley is joined by Vivek Jacob to talk about the joy of watching Anunoby take flight in these playoffs, his incredible development as an offensive player, and whether they view the Bobby Webster extension in any sort of negative light w...

The Toronto Raptors announced Monday that they've extended GM Bobby Manager and added the Executive Vice President title to his ledger; was it the right move for the Raptors to opt for stability going forward? In Episode 2125, Sean Woodley reacts to the news of Webster's extension and promotion before digging into NBA Draft prospects Dailyn Swain (Texas) and Morez Johnson Jr. (Michigan). Off the t...

The Toronto Raptors are building their team around Scottie Barnes and Collin Murray-Boyles going forward, but what will that look like in actuality? In Episode 2124, Sean Woodley and Joe Wolfond dig deep into what the Raptors will need to do in order to optimize the roster around their two most important players going forward. Off the top, they discuss whether having two players with questionable...

Which members of the Toronto Raptors would find themselves playing minutes for the New York Knicks or San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Finals? In Episode 2123, Sean Woodley and Katie Heindl field mailbag questions from you, the listeners! Off the top, Sean and Katie answer a question about which Raptors would be logging serious minutes for the Knicks or Spurs in the finals. Scottie Barnes is a given,...

With the NBA Draft just 20 days away, it's time for the first official Locked On Raptors Big Board! In Episode 2122, Sean Woodley goes solo to run through the 10 guys he has at the top of his wish list for the Raptors with the 19th pick, choosing from the guys who seem like they could realistically be available when the Raptors are on the clock -- meaning no Cameron Carr (sad), Morez Johnson or Da...

With the Toronto Raptors season officially in the books, it's time to review our preseason Over/Unders and Props Contest! In Episode 2121, Sean Woodley is joined by his pals Vivek Jacob and Sahal Abdi to take up their preseason picks on 18 Raptors-related over/unders and props for the 2025-26 season. How did they each fare on their picks for Scottie Barnes combined points, rebounds and assists? Or...

The Toronto Raptors have an important summer ahead, and there are some things they absolutely need to prioritize! In Episode 2120, Sean Woodley and Vivek Jacob each run through their personal lists of what they think should be the top areas of focus for the Raptors this summer. Off the top, they chat about Sean's burning desire to see the Raptors steer clear of the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstake...

Could Kentucky's Jayden Quaintance, UNC's Henri Veesaar or Houston's Chris Cenac Jr. be the Toronto Raptors' big man of the future? In Episode 2119, Sean Woodley goes solo to run through his first impression scouting reports on three big man who all come with questions along with some tantalizing tools. Off the top, Sean digs into Quaintance, one of the most physically impressive prospects in this...

The Toronto Raptors are Scottie Barnes' team, and the playoffs confirmed that. How close are they to assembling the ideal supporting cast around him? In Episode 2118, Sean Woodley and Katie Heindl talk about whether the Toronto Raptors are close to having an optimal starting five around Scottie Barnes, and which adjustments or upgrades need to be made in order for them to get there. Next, they do...

The NBA's Coach of the Year voting result dropped on Wednesday and Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajaković only received one third-place vote for the award. In Episode 2117, Sean Woodley talks about why Darko didn't need the votes to validate the job he did in his third season on the sidelines for the Raptors, and why he proved to be as adept a playoff coach as he was a regular season coach in...

The Toronto Raptors have plenty of roads they could walk this summer, but should they be aggressively looking for upgrades on the trade market to carve out a spot among the East's elite? In Episode 2116, Sean Woodley is joined by Trill Bro Dude (You Know Ball) to talk about why the Raptors' strong playoff showing should have them looking to be aggressive on the trade market this summer in attempt...

Scottie Barnes was named to the NBA's All-Defense Second Team and didn't make the cut for an All-NBA spot -- which is kind of egregious all things considered! In Episode 2115, Sean Woodley gets a little indignant about Barnes getting left off the All-D First Team in favor of Derrick White and Ausar Thompson, both of whom have less compelling cases. Next, Sean talks about why Barnes being left off...

As the Toronto Raptors head into a pivotal offseason, trade possibilities are abound -- could Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving or Myles Turner be potential targets for GM Bobby Webster? In Episode 2114, Sean Woodley and Joe Wolfond set the stage for the Raptors as they head into transaction season and outline what they have to offer in trade talks, which needs they should most be looking to address, and...

Collin Murray-Boyles was voted as a Second Team All-Rookie honoree to cap off a brilliant first season with the Toronto Raptors -- but long term, he's clearly no lower than fifth if we're ranking the quality of this season's rookie crop, right? In Episode 2113, Sean Woodley and Katie Heindl react to news of CMB making an All-Rookie team, reflect upon just how abnormal his immediate impact was comp...

If the Toronto Raptors are lucky enough to see Alabama guard Labaron Philon slip to them at 19, it'd be the absolute dream Draft night outcome for the team. In Episode 2112, Sean Woodley goes solo to talk through his first impressions of a trio of NBA Draft prospects: Philon, his Crimson Tide teammate Amari Allen, and Iowa State playmaking forward Joshua Jefferson, who is very much Sean's type of...

The Toronto Raptors surpassed expectations by taking the Eastern Conference finalist Cleveland Cavaliers to seven games in the first round of the playoffs -- but do they need to avoid overreacting to it? In Episode 2111, Sean Woodley and Vivek Jacob play a Stupid Little Game called The Over-Index Index, breaking down the ways in which the Raptors front office could in theory overreact to what we s...

Baylor guard Cameron Carr is one of the most high-flying prospects in the 2026 Draft, and could be a wonderful fit next to Scottie Barnes on the Toronto Raptors. In Episode 2110, Sean Woodley goes solo to take a first look at Carr -- his new favourite potential Raptors pick at #19 -- and what makes him such a tantalizing prospects. Plus, Sean digs into the smooth-footed Hannes Steinbach from Washi...

Are the Raptors going to unleash standout rookie Collin Murray-Boyles on offense in his second season in the NBA? In Episode 2109, Sean Woodley and Katie Heindl field some offseason mailbag questions from the freaks in the Locked On Raptors Discord. Off the top, they discuss whether the Raptors will ask Collin Murray-Boyles to expand his offensive role in year two, and what that might look like in...

The Toronto Raptors have the 19th pick in this year's NBA Draft, and they should be able to get a good player! In Episode 2108, Sean Woodley digs into why the pool of players likely available for the Raptors when they're on the clock at 19 should net them a good player, the wide range of options they'll be able to pull from with a bunch of guards, wings and bigs all potentially available, how much...

Brandon Ingram was an All-Star in his first season with the Toronto Raptors and they surely don't make the playoffs without him, but does he need to evolve his game more to help them win at the highest level? In Episode 2107, Sean Woodley goes solo to break down the first season of the Brandon Ingram experiment in Toronto, his late season injury that clearly left him diminished in the playoffs, wh...

Scottie Barnes had an outstanding breakout season in 2025-26, and his playoff performance was a thrilling cherry on top; does he have the juice to be a Top-10 player in the NBA going forward? In Episode 2106, Sean Woodley and Vivek Jacob talk about why Scottie was able to reach new heights as a two-way player in his fifth season in the NBA, his incredible postseason against the Cavs and how it sho...

The Toronto Raptors are staring down an intriguing offseason -- what would their ideal summer look like after a successful 2025-26 season? In Episode 2105, Sean Woodley and Joe Wolfond chat about the Raptors' summer outlook, whether a spirited first round exit against the Cleveland Cavalier changes their view of how Toronto should approach its offseason dealings, whether the Raptors should look to...

Toronto Raptors GM Bobby Webster and head coach Darko Rajakovic have spoken at their end-of-season avails, so Zulfi Sheikh and Vivek Jacob go over some key takeaways from the leadership group's conversations. Plus, a chat on the Athletic's anonymous NBA player survey and adding more nuance to the conversation.  Discord: https://discord.gg/zaYtRrRf Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s...

The Toronto Raptors' season is officially over, so the players cleared out their lockers and addressed the media for one final time. Zulfi Sheikhs shares his thoughts on what the players had to say, some key takeaways and an undeniable sense of optimism for what's ahead. Discord: https://discord.gg/zaYtRrRf Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locke...