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Welcome to The Raptors Nation podcast where we provide the best coverage of the Toronto Raptors and their never-ending quest for NBA glory. This podcast provides a big picture look at the Raptors world, breakdowns, news and year-round talk. This is your spot for everything Raptors. Subscribe to the Raptors Nation podcast today!

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Episodes

Raptors Free Agency Review

Luca Rosano recaps Raptors free agency and looks at the rest of the offseason.

Jul 04, 2025•48 min•Ep. 110

Masai Ujiri Fired & Raptors Draft Review

Luca Rosano talks about Masai Ujiri being fired by the Toronto Raptors and their draft.

Jun 28, 2025•45 min•Ep. 109

Giannis Antetokounmpo To Raptors Rumors, Cam Johnson Linked To Toronto & Pascal Siakam HOF Worthy?

Luca Rosano talks about the latest Giannis Antetokounmpo to Raptors rumors, Cam Johnson being linked to Toronto and he speculates if Pascal Siakam is HOF bound.

Jun 07, 2025•47 min•Ep. 108

Giannis Antetokounmpo Wants To Stay In East - Should Raptors Trade For Him?

Luca Rosano proposes a Raptors trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, talks about Brandon Ingram and gives his ideal draft options for Toronto.

May 30, 2025•29 min•Ep. 107

Pascal Siakam vs. OG Anunoby In ECF, Jakob Poeltl Linked To Lakers & Latest Raptors Trade Rumors

Luca Rosano talks about Pascal Siakam vs. OG Anunoby in the ECF, Jakob Poeltl being linked to the Lakers and the latest Raptors trade rumors.

May 22, 2025•24 min•Ep. 106

Raptors Draft Lottery Fallout, Early Look At Draft Options & Giannis Antetokounmpo To Toronto Rumors

Luca Rosano talks about the Raptors draft lottery result, looks at some options at No. 9 and weighs in on the Giannis Antetokounmpo to Toronto trade rumors.

May 16, 2025•28 min•Ep. 105

Raptors Trade Idea For Giannis Antetokounmpo & Draft Lottery Preview

Luca Rosano talks about Bleacher Report's Raptors trade idea for Giannis Antetokounmpo and the upcoming NBA Draft Lottery.

May 08, 2025•16 min•Ep. 104

Could The Raptors Acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo, Buy/Sell Trade Rumors & Draft Talk

Luca Rosano speculates about the Raptors potentially acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo, buys/sells current Raptors trade rumors and looks ahead to who they could draft.

May 01, 2025•21 min•Ep. 103

Raptors Expectations For Next Season, Brandon Ingram’s Role With The Team & Draft Plans

Luca Rosano recaps the Raptors exit interviews, talks about Brandon Ingram's role with the team and their draft plans.

Apr 17, 2025•25 min•Ep. 102

Raptors Draft Lottery Breakdown, Brandon Ingram Ruled Out & Nikola Jokic To Toronto Odds

Luca Rosano breaks down the Raptors draft lottery odds, talks about Brandon Ingram being shut down for the season and Toronto having the second best odds in the NBA to land Nikola Jokic.

Apr 11, 2025•23 min•Ep. 101

Scottie Barnes Playing Hurt, Raptors Draft Lottery Odds & Early Draft Talk

Luca Rosano talks about Scottie Barnes playing with a right hand injury, the Raptors draft lottery odds and he looks ahead to some 2025 NBA Draft targets for Toronto.

Apr 04, 2025•20 min•Ep. 100

How The Raptors Remaining Schedule Poses A Threat To Their Lottery Odds & Joel Embiid Rumors

Luca Rosano talks about the Raptors remaining schedule and he chimes in on the Joel Embiid rumors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 28, 2025•23 min•Ep. 99

Scottie Barnes Wants To Win, Ulrich Chomche Out For Season & Tankathon

Luca Rosano talks about the Raptors second-half of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 20, 2025•28 min•Ep. 98

Brandon Ingram Excited To Join Raptors, Timeline For His Return & What To Expect For Rest Of Season

Luca Rosano talks about Brandon Ingram officially signing his contract extension with the Raptors, the timeline for his return and what to expect for the rest of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 14, 2025•58 min•Ep. 97

Raptors Trade Deadline Fallout

Luca Rosano recaps the Toronto Raptors 2025 NBA Trade Deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 96

Is The Raptors Tank Over & Their Approach At The Trade Deadline

Luca Rosano talks about the state of the Raptors tank and their approach at the trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 31, 2025•21 min•Ep. 95

Raptors Untouchables & Why It’s Time To Sell High At The Trade Deadline

Luca Rosano talks about the Raptors' untouchable players and why the team needs to offload pieces at the trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 25, 2025•26 min•Ep. 94

Takeaways From Raptors Impressive Win Over Celtics, Tank Or No Tank & Latest Trade Rumors

Luca Rosano shares his takeaways from the Raptors victory over the Celtics, speculates if the team should tank or not and he looks at the latest trade rumors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 17, 2025•25 min•Ep. 93

Evaluating BBQ, Boucher’s Breakout & Early Draft Targets

Luca Rosano talks about BBQ being back together, Chris Boucher's solid play and he looks ahead to the 2025 NBA Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 11, 2025•23 min•Ep. 92

Immanuel Quickley’s Impact, Raptors Healthy & Jakob Poeltl Trade Talks

Luca Rosano talks about Immanuel Quickley's return, the Raptors getting healthy and the latest surrounding Jakob Poeltl trade talks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 03, 2025•25 min•Ep. 91

Raptors Embarrassing Defensive Effort & Lakers Monitoring Toronto Ahead Of Trade Deadline

Luca Rosano talks about the Raptors' poor defensive effort and the Lakers reportedly keeping an eye on sellers like Toronto ahead of the trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 28, 2024•22 min•Ep. 90

Scottie Barnes Returns, Race To The Bottom & Bruce Brown’s Trade Value

Luca Rosano talks about Scottie Barnes' return, the Raptors race to the bottom and the latest regarding Bruce Brown's trade value. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 21, 2024•19 min•Ep. 89

What’s Next For The Raptors, Will Jakob Poeltl Be Traded & Who Is Most Likely To Be Dealt?

Luca Rosano talks about what's next for the Raptors following Scottie Barnes' injury, if the team will trade Jakob Poeltl and who is the most likely player to be dealt at the trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 14, 2024•22 min•Ep. 88

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