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It's everyone's favourite time of the month, the banter pod! Will and Alex answer your questions, invite friend of the show Evy Kwong to list things to do in the Toronto East end, take incredibly chaotic questions from the chat & the Will Lou quiz. Merch to be given out. This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino. Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.ca/ca/land...

Will Lou goes live to discuss the Toronto Raptors' 123-115 loss to the Sacramento Kings. He breaks down a simply unacceptable performance by the Raptors, critiques Scottie Barnes for his lacklustre game, and takes a slew of dreary listener questions about this disaster of a game. Three stars: Collin Murray-Boyles, Sandro Mamukelashvili Gerald Henderson award: Precious Achiuwa really had 29 18 lmao...

Will and Alex check in middle of the week to talk about the Raptors getting spanked by the Pistons, Masai Ujiri joining the Toronto Tempo as a principal owner, Twyman–Stokes Teammate of the Year + more! #raptors #torontoraptors #nba #wnba #torontotempo This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino. Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-basketball-tnn...

Will Lou reacts to the Toronto Raptors' 129-116 loss to the Detroit Pistons. He covers the lack of synergy between Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, and Brandon Ingram in this game, then praises the bench for having the will to make a comeback. Three stars: Collin Murray-Boyles, Sandro Mamukelashvili, AJ Lawson Gerald Henderson award: Daniss Jenkins #nba #raptors #pistons #bluejays This episode is a pre...

Will and Alex kick off the week the morning after the Raptors blow out the Magic and get closer to securing their top 6 NBA playoff spot. They then discuss which Raptors franchise record would be hardest to break and then make a stop in Blue Jays corner. #raptors #torontoraptors #torontobluejays #bluejays This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino. Visit ToonieBet:&nb...

Will Lou is joined by the slander expert Asad Alvi to slander the Orlando Magic after the Toronto Raptors' 52-point win lmao. They go in on Paolo Banchero and the general incompetence by the Magic as a whole. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Sandro Mamukelashvili, RJ Barrett Gerald Henderson award: Tristan da Silva #nba #raptors #magic This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and...

Will Lou reacts to the Toronto Raptors' 119-106 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. He shows love to Scottie Barnes running point and then takes a quick spin around Jays Corner as the Toronto Blue Jays open up with a 3-2 win in the bottom of the ninth. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Jakob Poeltl, Sandro Mamukelashvili Gerald Henderson award: Derik Queen #raptors #torontoraptors #nba #bluejays This ep...

Will and Alex come with another NBA Banter! The Raptors close their road trip with a tough loss to the LA Clippers, happy birthday 40th Kyle Lowry, Alex shares his thoughts on the eastern and western conference, Adam Silver defends the 65-game rule, and the return of Blue Jays corner! #raptors #torontoraptors #kylelowry #nba #bluejays This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook a...

Will Lou goes live early to discuss the Toronto Raptors' 119-94 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. He finally comes to the acceptance that the Raptors simply don't have the level of talent to truly elevate in a playoff setting, before settling in to watch some vintage Raptors moments. #raptors #torontoraptors This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino. Visit ToonieBet:...

Will Lou talks with Joe Wolfond and Vivek Jacob of Raptors in 7 about the state of the Raptors and whether they feel encouraged about the future of the team. They discuss recent results in their western conference road trip, and look at if this team has another step they can take moving forward. #raptors #torontoraptors This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino. Visi...

Will Lou goes live to discuss the Toronto Raptors' 142-127 win over the Utah Jazz. He also reacts to the debut of Markelle Fultz and the return of Collin Murray-Boyles. Three stars: Sandro Mamukelashvili, Scottie Barnes, Ja'Kobe Walter Gerald Henderson award: Bez Mbeng #nba #raptors #jazz This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino. Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.c...

Will Lou goes live to break down the Toronto Raptors' 120-98 loss to the Phoenix Suns. The game was so bad that we started the recap live during the fourth quarter. He critiques Jamal Shead and Brandon Ingram's poor games and then finishes it with watching old Raptors videos from 20 years ago. Three stars: Ja'Kobe Walter, Scottie Barnes, Gradey Dick Gerald Henderson award: Rasheer Fleming #nba #ra...

Will Lou goes live to break down the Toronto Raptors' 121-115 loss to the Denver Nuggets. He praises the effort from Scottie Barnes and Jakob Poeltl, then laments the errors made by the team and coaching staff in the fourth quarter that cost them the game. Three stars: Jakob Poeltl, Scottie Barnes, Ja'Kobe Walter Gerald Henderson award: Tim Hardaway Jr. #nba #raptors #nuggets This episode is a pre...

Will Lou talks to Chelsea Leite of SB Nation about the insane 6 weeks ahead for the Toronto Tempo after the WNBA reached a new CBA to preserve the 2026 season. Then, he talks to Joseph Casciaro of theScore about the Toronto Raptors’ turnaround and how they fit into the East playoff picture, before finishing with a trip through the top spots in Scarborough. #torontotempo #wnba #raptors #torontorapt...

Will Lou reacts to the Toronto Raptors' 139-109 win over the Chicago Bulls. He praises the team for a total team effort, then relays the message from Sandro Mamukelashvili that the embarrassing loss to the Pelicans woke up the team. Three stars: Jakob Poeltl, Ja'Kobe Walter, RJ Barrett Gerald Henderson award: MLSE president Keith Pelley #nba #bulls #raptors This episode is a presentation of Toonie...

Will and Alex answer your Raptors questions and recap Fan Day this past Monday. Kid slaps Scottie Barnes in the head and issues apology. All that and more! #raptors #torontoraptors This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino. Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-basketball-tnn Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or em...

Will and Alex kick off the week recapping two much needed wins from the Raptors. They then look at the schedule ahead and ask who has the best Kawhi laugh. #raptors #torontoraptors This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino. Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-basketball-tnn Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or em...

Will Lou goes live after the Toronto Raptors' 119-108 win over the Detroit Pistons. He celebrates the massive performance from Jakob Poeltl and how the team overcame their three biggest weakesses. Three stars: Jakob Poeltl, Scottie Barnes, Brandon Ingram Gerald Henderson award: Tobias Harris #nba #raptors #pistons This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino. Visit Toon...

Will Lou goes live to discuss the Toronto Raptors' 122-115 win over the Phoenix Suns. He shows love to Brandon Ingram, Scottie Barnes and the entire team for how they pulled out a comeback win at a crucial part of the season. Three stars: Brandon Ingram, Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett Gerald Henderson award: Jalen Green #nba #raptors #suns This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook...

Will and Alex wrap the week with another NBA Banter. What are the most disrespectful plays in NBA history after Dejounte Murray punks Jamal Shead? Also, Bam Adebayo pushes back on the slander, SGA breaks Wilt's record and Dwight Howard retires. Finally, a tour of Markham! This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino. Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm...

Will Lou takes everyone's complaints after a bottom-three loss of the season. This one was terrible from start to finish. Jamal Shead, someone should have come to your defense. Three stars: C-Mac ($400 donation), Kerem, Immanuel Quickley Gerald Henderson award: Danielle Michaud #nba #raptors #pelicans This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino. Visit ToonieBet: https:...

Will and Alex take a look at yet another loss for the Raptors against an above .500 team. They then talk about the most unlikely 83-point game from Bam Adebayo and list the top 10 worst contracts in the league. #raptors #torontoraptors #nba #miamiheat #bamadebayo This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino. Visit ToonieBet:  https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-ba...

Will Lou goes live to discuss the Toronto Raptors' 113-99 loss to the Houston Rockets. Three stars: RJ Barrett, Scottie Barnes, Ja'Kobe Walter Gerald Henderson award: Amen Thompson #Nba #rockets #raptors This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino. Visit ToonieBet:  https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-basketball-tnn Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at...

Will and Alex kick off the week discussing yesterday's win and what the playoff picture looks like. Then, they recap their dub at the annual Raptors media game. #raptors #torontoraptors This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino. Visit ToonieBet:  https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-basketball-tnn Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show...

Will Lou reacts to the Toronto Raptors' 122-92 win over the Dallas Mavericks. He breaks down the Raptors' return to their identity as a pressure defense and ball-movement team, and he praises RJ Barrett for his strong play. Three stars: RJ Barrett, Scottie Barnes, Jakob Poeltl Gerald Henderson: Daniel Gafford #nba #raptors #mavericks Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.sho...