Hello and Welcome

Will and Alex chat about the NBA Cup semi-finals, declining TV ratings, if the Raptors can improve their defense, explore potential trade destinations for Jimmy Butler, debate Chris Paul vs. James Harden’s careers, and more.Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca- Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wbTangerine: www.tangerine.caGreta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/torontoReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will is joined by Joseph Casciaro and Joe Wolfond of theScore to break down the impact of Scottie Barnes’ absence, the challenges of evaluating RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley’s role upon his return, and early impressions of Ja’Kobe Walter. Later, they debate whether OKC is the favorite in the West, assess Adam Silver’s league-wide changes, and pitch new ideas to improve the NBA.Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca- Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wbTangerine: www.tangerine.caGreta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/torontoReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 114-104 loss to the Miami Heat. He expresses disappointment in the Raptors' no-show, RJ Barrett's struggles, and an overall lack of execution by the team in Miami.Three stars: Davion Mitchell, Jakob Poeltl, Jamison BattleGerald Henderson award: Bam AdebayoMost Important Guy: Raptors team massage therapist for fixing Jakob's back#raptors #torontoraptorsReach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca- Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wbTangerine: www.tangerine.caGreta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/torontoReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jack Armstrong joins Will and Alex to discuss Darko Rajakovic’s coaching philosophy, Scottie Barnes’ maturity, and Gradey Dick’s development. Later, they dive into Jack’s storied career, reflecting on his upbringing in Flatbush, his journey into coaching, his transition to broadcasting, the stories behind his iconic calls, his favorite karaoke songs, and much more.Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca- Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wbTangerine: www.tangerine.caGreta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/torontoReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 113-108 loss to the New York Knicks. He discusses the frustrating whistle, the habit of mistakes in crunch time, RJ Barrett's 30 piece and Scottie Barnes going down with injury.Three stars: RJ Barrett, Ja'Kobe Walter, Jakob PoeltlGerald Henderson award: Mikal BridgesMost Important Guy: Michael Grange's must-read feature on RJ Barretthttps://www.sportsnet.ca/nba/longform/how-raptors-wing-rj-barrett-ended-up-exactly-where-he-needs-to-be/ #raptors #torontoraptorsReach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca- Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wbTangerine: www.tangerine.caGreta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/torontoReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will and Alex break down the Toronto Tempo’s name and logo reveal, react to RJ Barrett’s exclusion from ESPN’s Top 25 Under 25 list, and debate Scottie Barnes’ place among the 2021 draft class. They also revisit the 2006-07 Raptors through this week’s “Open Gym” episode and share their predictions for the NBA Cup knockout round.Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca- Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wbTangerine: www.tangerine.caGreta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/torontoReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Lou breaks down the Toronto Raptors' 125-118 loss to the Dallas Mavericks. He discusses Gradey Dick's explosive outing, Kelly Olynyk's season debut, and Scottie Barnes' playmaking. Three stars: Gradey Dick, Jakob Poeltl, Scottie BarnesGerald Henderson award: Spencer DinwiddieMost Important Guy: Barber P from King's Landing#raptors #torontoraptorsReach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca- Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wbTangerine: www.tangerine.caGreta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/torontoReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will and Alex recap Toronto’s 104-101 loss to the Orlando Magic in Game 1 of the first round of the 2019 playoffs and discuss Kyle Lowry’s iconic player intro routine, the head coaching search that led to Nick Nurse, the franchise’s all-time record in Game 1s, revisiting the Kawhi Leonard and Marc Gasol trade, DJ Augustin’s all-time performance against the Raptors, and more. Three stars: Pascal Siakam, Kawhi Leonard, Fred VanVleetDJ Augustin award: DJ Augustin MIG: Mark Strong aka Strizzy#raptors #torontoraptors #orlandomagic #nbaplayoffs #nbachamps DESCRIPTION:Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca- Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wbTangerine: www.tangerine.caGreta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/torontoReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' 129-92 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. He breaks down the need for the Raptors to improve their offensive toughness, the return of Gradey Dick, and the need to flush this result.Three stars: Gradey Dick, Jonathan Mogbo, Jamison BattleGerald Henderson award: Ajay MitchellMost Important Guy: Jordan Hayles aka Mr. Stixx#raptors #torontoraptorsReach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca- Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wbTangerine: www.tangerine.caGreta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/torontoReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host William Lou comes to you live after the conclusion of the Toronto Raptors' 122-11 win over the Indiana Pacers. He discusses Scottie Barnes' emergence as a leader, RJ Barrett looking strong as the No. 2, and Darko Rajakovic hitting the right decisions in the clutch.Three stars: Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, Jakob PoeltlGerald Henderson award: Obi ToppinMost Important Guy: Scottie Barnes' reading glasses#raptors #torontoraptorsReach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca- Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wbTangerine: www.tangerine.caGreta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/torontoReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.