https://simplecast.com Bleav In Raptors Bleav In Raptors podcast is your go-to source for all your Toronto Raptors coverage and news from across the NBA. Host Amos Mina and Daniel O'Connor deliver your Raptors fix with game recaps, interviews, analysis, press conferences, on-site reporting and coverage of all things Toronto Raptors. Bleav In Raptors takes you behind the scenes for an inside look at the association as Josh travels to cover games on the road. 2025 Bleav en Thu, 2 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000 Thu, 2 Apr 2026 18:00:11 +0000 https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/ Bleav In Raptors https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/ec3032c0-8f6c-492f-ac75-1ad630b8e70d/3e895365-e558-4bbf-86eb-313ffb577fe6/3000x3000/raptor_copy.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/ episodic Bleav In Raptors podcast is your go-to source for all your Toronto Raptors coverage and news from across the NBA. Host Amos Mina and Daniel O'Connor deliver your Raptors fix with game recaps, interviews, analysis, press conferences, on-site reporting and coverage of all things Toronto Raptors. Bleav In Raptors takes you behind the scenes for an inside look at the association as Josh travels to cover games on the road. Bleav true https://feeds.simplecast.com/KtigBspv canada, nba, raptors, toronto Bleav admin@bleav.com 56f30c39-c293-4697-8c6b-b075aded2e0e Josh Elijah Returns To The Show! + Revisiting Raptors/Magic Talks On this edition of Bleav in Raptors, Amos and Daniel are very pleased to welcome a friendly face from the past...

It's the former Bleav in Raptors host, Josh Elijah Nitsopoulos!!!

Since leaving Bleav in Raptors, Josh has stayed busy with a myriad of projects and commitments, remaining active in the basketball content sphere. He talks all about his different ventures, while also chiming in on the Raptors and Orlando Magic discussions that Amos and Daniel recently tackled on a previous edition of the show.

In particular, the trio unpacks Toronto's historic effort over Orlando and the implications of such an affair for both teams.


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]]> Thu, 2 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=50 On this edition of Bleav in Raptors, Amos and Daniel are very pleased to welcome a friendly face from the past...

It's the former Bleav in Raptors host, Josh Elijah Nitsopoulos!!!

Since leaving Bleav in Raptors, Josh has stayed busy with a myriad of projects and commitments, remaining active in the basketball content sphere. He talks all about his different ventures, while also chiming in on the Raptors and Orlando Magic discussions that Amos and Daniel recently tackled on a previous edition of the show.

In particular, the trio unpacks Toronto's historic effort over Orlando and the implications of such an affair for both teams.


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]]> Josh Elijah Returns To The Show! + Revisiting Raptors/Magic Talks Bleav 00:50:12 An old friend, former host Josh Elijah Nitsopoulos, joins Amos C. Mina and Daniel O'Connor on Bleav in Raptors. Since leaving, he's stayed busy with basketball content covering the Raptors, Magic, and Canada Basketball — Josh is excited to discuss it all and more on this episode. An old friend, former host Josh Elijah Nitsopoulos, joins Amos C. Mina and Daniel O'Connor on Bleav in Raptors. Since leaving, he's stayed busy with basketball content covering the Raptors, Magic, and Canada Basketball — Josh is excited to discuss it all and more on this episode. false full 26a802ee-35ac-4397-962f-6ba270e7d79c Exploring Parallels Between Raptors and Magic with Phillip Rossman-Reich Amos and Daniel welcome a special guest to this episode of Bleav in Raptors!

Joining them is FanSided colleague Phillip Rossman-Reich, a senior writer at Orlando Magic Daily and host of the Locked On Magic Podcast, who shares his insights on all things Orlando Magic — another promising team in the NBA's Eastern Conference with ambitions of making a deep playoff run in the near future. Doesn't that sound familiar, folks?

The trio dives into the current landscape of East competition, exploring where the Magic and Raptors stand in the grand scheme of things. They also engage in a friendly (yet lively) debate over which franchise cornerstone holds more bragging rights in the race to become a premier NBA star in the long term: Will it be Scottie Barnes or Paolo Banchero?

(*Previously recorded on March 19, 2026)


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]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=49 Amos and Daniel welcome a special guest to this episode of Bleav in Raptors!

Joining them is FanSided colleague Phillip Rossman-Reich, a senior writer at Orlando Magic Daily and host of the Locked On Magic Podcast, who shares his insights on all things Orlando Magic — another promising team in the NBA's Eastern Conference with ambitions of making a deep playoff run in the near future. Doesn't that sound familiar, folks?

The trio dives into the current landscape of East competition, exploring where the Magic and Raptors stand in the grand scheme of things. They also engage in a friendly (yet lively) debate over which franchise cornerstone holds more bragging rights in the race to become a premier NBA star in the long term: Will it be Scottie Barnes or Paolo Banchero?

(*Previously recorded on March 19, 2026)


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]]> Exploring Parallels Between Raptors and Magic with Phillip Rossman-Reich Bleav 00:38:51 On this edition of Bleav in Raptors, hosts Amos C. Mina and Daniel O'Connor welcome Phillip Rossman-Reich, a credentialed media member for the Orlando Magic. They dive into the intriguing parallels between the young Magic franchise and the Raptors, exploring their similarities and differences through Phillip’s insights. On this edition of Bleav in Raptors, hosts Amos C. Mina and Daniel O'Connor welcome Phillip Rossman-Reich, a credentialed media member for the Orlando Magic. They dive into the intriguing parallels between the young Magic franchise and the Raptors, exploring their similarities and differences through Phillip’s insights. false full 77aa3284-3f2f-4697-aecf-973ed4caba3e Raptors Got Some March Madness Going On + Scottie Barnes DPOY Propaganda Not that March Madness you're thinking of, but if there's a word to describe the month of March so far for our beloved Toronto Raptors, "madness" certainly isn't too far off.

The Raps are back to turning up their play once again, after an especially grueling defeat to the New Orleans Pelicans earlier this month (a loss that deeply affected yours truly, Amos C. Mina). On the bright side, Toronto has picked up some huge wins recently, and a wave of Raptors player storylines has emerged. Some good, some bad, some old, some new — but lots to talk about nonetheless!

And in the key segment of this edition of Bleav in Raptors, hosts Daniel O'Connor and Amos C. Mina jump right into Scottie Barnes' impressive defensive efforts. They discuss his chances in the Defensive Player of the Year race and explore his defensive potential for the future.


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]]> Sat, 21 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=48 Not that March Madness you're thinking of, but if there's a word to describe the month of March so far for our beloved Toronto Raptors, "madness" certainly isn't too far off.

The Raps are back to turning up their play once again, after an especially grueling defeat to the New Orleans Pelicans earlier this month (a loss that deeply affected yours truly, Amos C. Mina). On the bright side, Toronto has picked up some huge wins recently, and a wave of Raptors player storylines has emerged. Some good, some bad, some old, some new — but lots to talk about nonetheless!

And in the key segment of this edition of Bleav in Raptors, hosts Daniel O'Connor and Amos C. Mina jump right into Scottie Barnes' impressive defensive efforts. They discuss his chances in the Defensive Player of the Year race and explore his defensive potential for the future.


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]]> Raptors Got Some March Madness Going On + Scottie Barnes DPOY Propaganda Bleav 00:45:47 On this edition of Bleav in Raptors, hosts Daniel O'Connor and Amos C. Mina recap the Raptors' recent efforts in March and discuss Scottie Barnes' chances in the Defensive Player of the Year race. While the odds may seem like a long shot, Amos and Daniel fully support the "Scottie B for DPOY" campaign — all due respect to Victor Wembanyama. On this edition of Bleav in Raptors, hosts Daniel O'Connor and Amos C. Mina recap the Raptors' recent efforts in March and discuss Scottie Barnes' chances in the Defensive Player of the Year race. While the odds may seem like a long shot, Amos and Daniel fully support the "Scottie B for DPOY" campaign — all due respect to Victor Wembanyama. false full 4c9e6ddd-629c-4028-83c8-523babaa3f44 Why The Toronto Raptors Fell Off Track — And The RIGHT Steps To Fix It... On this edition of Bleav in Raptors, hosts Amos C. Mina and Daniel O'Connor delve into why the Toronto Raptors have experienced a tough fall from grace in their recent March sample.

They explore the crucial steps needed for a comeback, not just for this season but for the future.

Whether you're a fellow die-hard Raptors fan or just a general basketball enthusiast, join us as we analyze what's going wrong in Toronto and outline the RIGHT strategies to get the team back on track.


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]]> Sat, 14 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=47 On this edition of Bleav in Raptors, hosts Amos C. Mina and Daniel O'Connor delve into why the Toronto Raptors have experienced a tough fall from grace in their recent March sample.

They explore the crucial steps needed for a comeback, not just for this season but for the future.

Whether you're a fellow die-hard Raptors fan or just a general basketball enthusiast, join us as we analyze what's going wrong in Toronto and outline the RIGHT strategies to get the team back on track.


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]]> Why The Toronto Raptors Fell Off Track — And The RIGHT Steps To Fix It... Bleav 01:29:09 In this episode of Bleav in Raptors, Amos C. Mina and Daniel O'Connor analyze the Raptors' recent struggles, offer respective takes on the overall team, and outline key strategies for a future resurgence. In this episode of Bleav in Raptors, Amos C. Mina and Daniel O'Connor analyze the Raptors' recent struggles, offer respective takes on the overall team, and outline key strategies for a future resurgence. false full 33f3aaf4-4f86-462c-92cb-6c1d47e5f38f Raptors vs. Wolves Post-Game Analysis With Eamon Cassels Daniel and Amos were delighted to welcome Eamon Cassels, the Site Expert for Dunking With Wolves and a familiar face from the FanSided Network, as their special guest on this episode of Bleav in Raptors!

After the Raptors vs. Wolves game, in which Toronto fell short (115-107), Daniel and Amos shared their personal thoughts on the Raptors' performance. Eamon chimed in from a Wolves-centric perspective, offering his own insights into the Raptors' showing, as well as Toronto's notorious tendency to collapse in the second half.

Beyond the immediate post-game takeaways, Daniel, Amos, and Eamon enjoyed some friendly banter about other Raptors, Wolves, and notable NBA team storylines that stood out to them.


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]]> Sat, 7 Mar 2026 02:00:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=46 Daniel and Amos were delighted to welcome Eamon Cassels, the Site Expert for Dunking With Wolves and a familiar face from the FanSided Network, as their special guest on this episode of Bleav in Raptors!

After the Raptors vs. Wolves game, in which Toronto fell short (115-107), Daniel and Amos shared their personal thoughts on the Raptors' performance. Eamon chimed in from a Wolves-centric perspective, offering his own insights into the Raptors' showing, as well as Toronto's notorious tendency to collapse in the second half.

Beyond the immediate post-game takeaways, Daniel, Amos, and Eamon enjoyed some friendly banter about other Raptors, Wolves, and notable NBA team storylines that stood out to them.


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]]> Raptors vs. Wolves Post-Game Analysis With Eamon Cassels Bleav 01:09:13 On this edition of Bleav in Raptors, Daniel and Amos C. Mina are joined by Eamon Cassels from Dunking With Wolves/The Cassels Cast to discuss the Raptors vs. Timberwolves game from March 5, address their respective team dynamics, and dive into other trending NBA storylines. On this edition of Bleav in Raptors, Daniel and Amos C. Mina are joined by Eamon Cassels from Dunking With Wolves/The Cassels Cast to discuss the Raptors vs. Timberwolves game from March 5, address their respective team dynamics, and dive into other trending NBA storylines. false full f6237184-9be8-42c0-bfd4-922ea7d7c38e Raptors' February Fallout ... And Marching Towards The Final Stretch It's official, folks!

Your NEW co-hosts of Bleav in Raptors — Amos C. Mina here, still on board, and Daniel O'Connor joining the ride!

And we had a ton to unpack regarding the Raptors in this first edition of the co-host era, as Toronto had multiple bright spots emerge in their February campaign ... while also revealing some key concerns as they push towards this critical stretch of late-season play in March.

From the always beloved Scottie B. to a hot-handed Immanuel Quickley, to a long-awaited revival for Jakob Poeltl ... your co-hosts tackle it all in this episode.

With the playoffs fast approaching, focus, momentum, and intensity will be key to the Raptors' hopeful playoff fortunes — Amos and Daniel’s sanity depends on it!


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]]> Wed, 4 Mar 2026 01:45:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=44 It's official, folks!

Your NEW co-hosts of Bleav in Raptors — Amos C. Mina here, still on board, and Daniel O'Connor joining the ride!

And we had a ton to unpack regarding the Raptors in this first edition of the co-host era, as Toronto had multiple bright spots emerge in their February campaign ... while also revealing some key concerns as they push towards this critical stretch of late-season play in March.

From the always beloved Scottie B. to a hot-handed Immanuel Quickley, to a long-awaited revival for Jakob Poeltl ... your co-hosts tackle it all in this episode.

With the playoffs fast approaching, focus, momentum, and intensity will be key to the Raptors' hopeful playoff fortunes — Amos and Daniel’s sanity depends on it!


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]]> Raptors' February Fallout ... And Marching Towards The Final Stretch Bleav 01:01:09 In this debut episode of the new co-host era on Bleav in Raptors, Amos C. Mina and Daniel O'Connor discuss Toronto's February highlights, key players, and upcoming challenges for the Raptors' late-season push. In this debut episode of the new co-host era on Bleav in Raptors, Amos C. Mina and Daniel O'Connor discuss Toronto's February highlights, key players, and upcoming challenges for the Raptors' late-season push. false full c6e8ebfd-40c5-4092-9f65-d06c51179a45 2026 NBA Trade Deadline Fallout: What Lies Ahead For The Raptors? Another year, another NBA trade deadline in the books!

Our beloved Toronto Raptors took a more cost-efficient route, making two small moves aimed at saving money, with one of those adding a depth piece to bolster the frontcourt.

Across the league, many trades could have lasting implications for the NBA landscape, and the Raptors will be watching closely. Also, with All-Star Weekend just around the corner, the North will be well-represented — especially after some recent feel-good news!

Host Amos C. Mina and guest Daniel O'Connor break down the trade deadline fallout and what’s next for the Toronto Raptors on this edition of Bleav in Raptors.


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]]> Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=35 Another year, another NBA trade deadline in the books!

Our beloved Toronto Raptors took a more cost-efficient route, making two small moves aimed at saving money, with one of those adding a depth piece to bolster the frontcourt.

Across the league, many trades could have lasting implications for the NBA landscape, and the Raptors will be watching closely. Also, with All-Star Weekend just around the corner, the North will be well-represented — especially after some recent feel-good news!

Host Amos C. Mina and guest Daniel O'Connor break down the trade deadline fallout and what’s next for the Toronto Raptors on this edition of Bleav in Raptors.


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]]> 2026 NBA Trade Deadline Fallout: What Lies Ahead For The Raptors? Bleav 00:57:49 The Toronto Raptors stayed relatively quiet at this year's NBA trade deadline, focusing on cost-saving and lateral moves rather than big-name trades. Join host Amos C. Mina and guest Daniel O'Connor as they analyze the trade deadline fallout, explore the Raptors' future, and look ahead to All-Star Weekend. The Toronto Raptors stayed relatively quiet at this year's NBA trade deadline, focusing on cost-saving and lateral moves rather than big-name trades. Join host Amos C. Mina and guest Daniel O'Connor as they analyze the trade deadline fallout, explore the Raptors' future, and look ahead to All-Star Weekend. false full 44984382-0faf-4d95-bb0b-fb0989a009f3 Raptors On The Hunt? Exploring Top Trade Targets Before The Deadline Who doesn’t love a good NBA trade? Daniel O’Connor and I definitely do!

With the 2026 NBA Trade Deadline just around the corner, the excitement is at a fever pitch.

On this episode of Bleav in Raptors, Daniel and I dive into our top trade ideas and potential scenarios. We break down moves that could shape the team’s future, share our thoughts on the top rumored targets, and reveal a ton of our personal favorites.


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]]> Wed, 28 Jan 2026 13:00:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=34 Who doesn’t love a good NBA trade? Daniel O’Connor and I definitely do!

With the 2026 NBA Trade Deadline just around the corner, the excitement is at a fever pitch.

On this episode of Bleav in Raptors, Daniel and I dive into our top trade ideas and potential scenarios. We break down moves that could shape the team’s future, share our thoughts on the top rumored targets, and reveal a ton of our personal favorites.


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]]> Raptors On The Hunt? Exploring Top Trade Targets Before The Deadline Bleav 01:00:01 The 2026 NBA Trade Deadline is just around the corner, ladies and gentlemen! Join me and guest Daniel O'Connor as we explore our top Raptors trade targets and discuss potential moves in this episode of the Bleav in Raptors Podcast. The 2026 NBA Trade Deadline is just around the corner, ladies and gentlemen! Join me and guest Daniel O'Connor as we explore our top Raptors trade targets and discuss potential moves in this episode of the Bleav in Raptors Podcast. false full 7c5ccb80-ff88-4289-85c1-16061d436df9 Raptors' Dreaded Injury Bug Is Back, But Their Fighting Spirit Endures... Injuries may be a thorn in the side of the Toronto Raptors this season, but that hasn't stopped them from playing their signature brand of basketball and still churning out winning results.

One particular starter — who's been a longstanding subject of criticism — just delivered a career-defining performance, while other notable Raptors stars are gunning to make the 2026 NBA All-Star reserves.  Elsewhere, the window of opportunity remains wide open for the reserves to shine, as two key bench pieces step up significantly amid a role pivot.

As January wraps up, the Raptors look to continue their winning ways and trend in a healthier direction as the crucial trade deadline approaches.

Host Amos C. Mina and guest Daniel O'Connor chat all about it on this edition of Bleav in Raptors.


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]]> Fri, 23 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=33 Injuries may be a thorn in the side of the Toronto Raptors this season, but that hasn't stopped them from playing their signature brand of basketball and still churning out winning results.

One particular starter — who's been a longstanding subject of criticism — just delivered a career-defining performance, while other notable Raptors stars are gunning to make the 2026 NBA All-Star reserves.  Elsewhere, the window of opportunity remains wide open for the reserves to shine, as two key bench pieces step up significantly amid a role pivot.

As January wraps up, the Raptors look to continue their winning ways and trend in a healthier direction as the crucial trade deadline approaches.

Host Amos C. Mina and guest Daniel O'Connor chat all about it on this edition of Bleav in Raptors.


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]]> Raptors' Dreaded Injury Bug Is Back, But Their Fighting Spirit Endures... Bleav 00:40:52 Host Amos C. Mina, along with recurring guest Daniel O'Connor, dives into the latest Toronto Raptors news and storylines. Topics include recent injury setbacks, a surprising turnaround from a key guard, Raptors All-Star talk, and much more in this edition of Bleav in Raptors. Host Amos C. Mina, along with recurring guest Daniel O'Connor, dives into the latest Toronto Raptors news and storylines. Topics include recent injury setbacks, a surprising turnaround from a key guard, Raptors All-Star talk, and much more in this edition of Bleav in Raptors. false full dba3aedf-c461-42ad-b24d-1f965919e09a New Year, New Raps? Wishful Thinking For The Raptors In 2026 Out with 2025, in with 2026! The Toronto Raptors kick off the new year undefeated, and while there's plenty to be excited about with this core, they're also dealing with some concerning injuries. Trade talks are heating up, adding a layer of intrigue, and the future of their young talents remains uncertain. Join host Amos C. Mina and guest Daniel O'Connor as they dive into all the latest buzz surrounding the Raptors in this episode of Bleav in Raptors.


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]]> Fri, 9 Jan 2026 23:15:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=32 Out with 2025, in with 2026! The Toronto Raptors kick off the new year undefeated, and while there's plenty to be excited about with this core, they're also dealing with some concerning injuries. Trade talks are heating up, adding a layer of intrigue, and the future of their young talents remains uncertain. Join host Amos C. Mina and guest Daniel O'Connor as they dive into all the latest buzz surrounding the Raptors in this episode of Bleav in Raptors.


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]]> New Year, New Raps? Wishful Thinking For The Raptors In 2026 Bleav 00:44:50 Join Amos C. Mina and Daniel O’Connor as they unpack the Raptors’ strong start to 2026, ongoing injury concerns, trade buzz, and the trajectory of their youngsters in this episode of Bleav in Raptors. Join Amos C. Mina and Daniel O’Connor as they unpack the Raptors’ strong start to 2026, ongoing injury concerns, trade buzz, and the trajectory of their youngsters in this episode of Bleav in Raptors. false full 00f369ab-100c-456e-9517-195677530408 December Woes & Raptors Trade Rumors: The Frenzy Begins December has been a mixed bag for the Toronto Raptors, but in the true spirit of holiday cheer, it looks like the team is on the upswing once again. Along with that momentum, several Raptors players are elevating their games to new heights, while others are unfortunately on the decline. Meanwhile, Raptors Nation is abuzz with a flurry of trade rumors, sparking fans to imagine their favorite players in new uniforms.

Host Amos C. Mina and recurring guest Daniel O'Connor dive into all of this and more in the latest episode of the Bleav in Raptors Podcast.


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]]> Sat, 20 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=31 December has been a mixed bag for the Toronto Raptors, but in the true spirit of holiday cheer, it looks like the team is on the upswing once again. Along with that momentum, several Raptors players are elevating their games to new heights, while others are unfortunately on the decline. Meanwhile, Raptors Nation is abuzz with a flurry of trade rumors, sparking fans to imagine their favorite players in new uniforms.

Host Amos C. Mina and recurring guest Daniel O'Connor dive into all of this and more in the latest episode of the Bleav in Raptors Podcast.


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]]> December Woes & Raptors Trade Rumors: The Frenzy Begins Bleav 00:51:11 Join host Amos C. Mina and Daniel O'Connor on Bleav in Raptors as they discuss Raptors' early December struggles and the wild trade ideas buzzing around the basketball world. Join host Amos C. Mina and Daniel O'Connor on Bleav in Raptors as they discuss Raptors' early December struggles and the wild trade ideas buzzing around the basketball world. false full 2bfe619b-7e7f-4db2-9e1a-6cd4b137ae26 A Hot November, But The Streak Is Over ... What's Next For The Raptors In December? November was a glorious month for the Toronto Raptors. They went on a nine-game win streak, making a bold statement that they aren’t here to mess around — the hype is real. Or at least it was for some, because that sizzling streak has now come to an end, and an action-packed December lies ahead for the Raptors.

How will the Raptors bounce back from the aftershock of their dominant November run as they head into December, where a series of tough, competitive matchups await? Join host Amos C. Mina and guest Daniel O’Connor of Raptors Rapture as they unpack everything that happened in November and discuss the key storylines shaping this upcoming December stretch.


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]]> Tue, 2 Dec 2025 23:45:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=30 November was a glorious month for the Toronto Raptors. They went on a nine-game win streak, making a bold statement that they aren’t here to mess around — the hype is real. Or at least it was for some, because that sizzling streak has now come to an end, and an action-packed December lies ahead for the Raptors.

How will the Raptors bounce back from the aftershock of their dominant November run as they head into December, where a series of tough, competitive matchups await? Join host Amos C. Mina and guest Daniel O’Connor of Raptors Rapture as they unpack everything that happened in November and discuss the key storylines shaping this upcoming December stretch.


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]]> A Hot November, But The Streak Is Over ... What's Next For The Raptors In December? Bleav 00:49:12 Join Amos C. Mina on the Bleav in Raptors Podcast as he welcomes back Daniel O'Connor of Raptors Rapture to unpack the Raptors' hot November win streak, its recent slowdown, and how Toronto plans to bounce back with an action-packed December ahead. Join Amos C. Mina on the Bleav in Raptors Podcast as he welcomes back Daniel O'Connor of Raptors Rapture to unpack the Raptors' hot November win streak, its recent slowdown, and how Toronto plans to bounce back with an action-packed December ahead. false full bfde047a-685b-47e7-a095-dcb58500495a Key Notes From The Rollercoaster 2025-26 Raptors Season Start With Daniel O'Connor It's been a wild start to the 2025-26 Toronto Raptors season. From a crazy season opener victory to a gloomy losing streak, they are now climbing the Eastern Conference ranks on the tails of their impressive winning ways. Needless to say, the Raps have everyone strapped into this rollercoaster ride!

Join your host, Amos C. Mina, and guest Daniel O'Connor of Raptors Rapture as they discuss key notes from the turbulent 2025-26 Raptors season thus far!


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]]> Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=27 It's been a wild start to the 2025-26 Toronto Raptors season. From a crazy season opener victory to a gloomy losing streak, they are now climbing the Eastern Conference ranks on the tails of their impressive winning ways. Needless to say, the Raps have everyone strapped into this rollercoaster ride!

Join your host, Amos C. Mina, and guest Daniel O'Connor of Raptors Rapture as they discuss key notes from the turbulent 2025-26 Raptors season thus far!


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]]> Key Notes From The Rollercoaster 2025-26 Raptors Season Start With Daniel O'Connor Bleav 00:41:01 On this edition of the Bleav in Raptors Podcast, join host Amos C. Mina and guest Daniel O’Connor of Raptors Rapture as they discuss the dramatic early stages of the 2025-26 Toronto Raptors season! On this edition of the Bleav in Raptors Podcast, join host Amos C. Mina and guest Daniel O’Connor of Raptors Rapture as they discuss the dramatic early stages of the 2025-26 Toronto Raptors season! false full 0dbb0c6a-a861-4201-bbcf-b9d45ee4fe2e Dawn of a New Era - Raptors Media Day 2025 & Early Preseason Notes Join your new host, Amos C. Mina, on this episode of the Bleav in Raptors Podcast, as he dives into the latest buzz surrounding the Toronto Raptors. With the 2025-26 season fast approaching, Amos breaks down his key takeaways from Raptors Media Day and highlights some exciting moments from the early preseason games. Whether you're curious about Toronto's new roster members, team dynamics, or everything in between, this episode has you covered! 


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]]> Sun, 12 Oct 2025 19:00:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=25 Join your new host, Amos C. Mina, on this episode of the Bleav in Raptors Podcast, as he dives into the latest buzz surrounding the Toronto Raptors. With the 2025-26 season fast approaching, Amos breaks down his key takeaways from Raptors Media Day and highlights some exciting moments from the early preseason games. Whether you're curious about Toronto's new roster members, team dynamics, or everything in between, this episode has you covered! 


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]]> Dawn of a New Era - Raptors Media Day 2025 & Early Preseason Notes Bleav 00:35:24 Join your new host of the Bleav in Raptors Podcast, Amos C. Mina, as he tackles all things hot off the press regarding our beloved Toronto Raptors, with insights on Media Day and early preseason highlights. Join your new host of the Bleav in Raptors Podcast, Amos C. Mina, as he tackles all things hot off the press regarding our beloved Toronto Raptors, with insights on Media Day and early preseason highlights. false full 5fb4c1ba-2f9a-4412-9bf5-4d9a00b293c8 WE'RE BACK! Raptors Offseason + Your New Host Amos C. Mina! Thu, 28 Aug 2025 22:01:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/episodes/were-back-raptors-offseason-your-new-host-amos-c-mina/ WE'RE BACK! Raptors Offseason + Your New Host Amos C. Mina! Bleav 00:24:21 false full 8 eb96b683-9cf3-42cc-8ad2-7883b14b209b Do The Raptors Have A Chance Of Landing Giannis Antetokounmpo? w/ Efthimios Nasiopoulos Fellow stand-up comic Efthimios Nasiopoulos joins Josh to discuss the crazy second round of the NBA playoffs. The two discuss the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo and whether or not there's a chance of him landing on the Toronto Raptors

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]]> Fri, 9 May 2025 12:00:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=21 Fellow stand-up comic Efthimios Nasiopoulos joins Josh to discuss the crazy second round of the NBA playoffs. The two discuss the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo and whether or not there's a chance of him landing on the Toronto Raptors

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]]> Do The Raptors Have A Chance Of Landing Giannis Antetokounmpo? w/ Efthimios Nasiopoulos Bleav 00:26:18 false full 6 ee522438-80b7-468f-926e-e4a0e2e60290 Raptors Rookies That Stood Out This Season For Josh MacDonald For the first time on the show, Josh welcomes an in-studio guest to chop up some brief Raptors talk with producer and hockey/basketball writer Josh MacDonald on the show. They break down their on-site Raptors coverage this season, season standouts and what to look forward to next season.

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]]> Wed, 23 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=19 For the first time on the show, Josh welcomes an in-studio guest to chop up some brief Raptors talk with producer and hockey/basketball writer Josh MacDonald on the show. They break down their on-site Raptors coverage this season, season standouts and what to look forward to next season.

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]]> Raptors Rookies That Stood Out This Season For Josh MacDonald Bleav 00:14:50 Josh Elijah and Josh MacDonald highlight what stood out about Toronto's rookies. Josh Elijah and Josh MacDonald highlight what stood out about Toronto's rookies. false full 5 a223f4ca-cef7-4496-932e-36e4e6c27cc7 Brad Aldworth Gives His Positive Takeaways From This Raptors Season Josh welcomes the first ever guest on Bleav In Raptors! Brad Aldworth, a part of the 'Down By Two' crew and contributor to Crier Media gives his positive takeaways from this Raptors season. They break down the contributions from the rookies, the addition of Brandon Ingram and what to look forward to next season.

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]]> Tue, 8 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/episodes/brad-aldworth-give-his-positive-takeaways-from-this-raptors-season/ Josh welcomes the first ever guest on Bleav In Raptors! Brad Aldworth, a part of the 'Down By Two' crew and contributor to Crier Media gives his positive takeaways from this Raptors season. They break down the contributions from the rookies, the addition of Brandon Ingram and what to look forward to next season.

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]]> Brad Aldworth Gives His Positive Takeaways From This Raptors Season Bleav 00:23:29 Bringing positivity to the forefront, Brad Aldworth gives his takeaways from this Raptors season. Bringing positivity to the forefront, Brad Aldworth gives his takeaways from this Raptors season. false full 4 466e90de-5493-49c4-a9d6-ef5f20d324fd Could The Raptors Target Texas Longhorns Guard Tre Johnson In The Draft? Another road trip in the books for Josh as he returns from his coverage in Dayton, Ohio for March Madness. Whiel down there, he got a close look at potential Raptors' draft target from Texas, Tre Johnson. He breaks down his pros, cons and how he could potentially fit with this Raptors squad. Josh includes pressers from the tournament with Tre Johnson and now former Longhorns Head Coach Rodney Terry.

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]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2025 13:02:34 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=15 Another road trip in the books for Josh as he returns from his coverage in Dayton, Ohio for March Madness. Whiel down there, he got a close look at potential Raptors' draft target from Texas, Tre Johnson. He breaks down his pros, cons and how he could potentially fit with this Raptors squad. Josh includes pressers from the tournament with Tre Johnson and now former Longhorns Head Coach Rodney Terry.

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]]> Could The Raptors Target Texas Longhorns Guard Tre Johnson In The Draft? Bleav 00:25:38 Josh featured Texas Longhorn guard and projected 6th overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft, Tre Johnson. Josh featured Texas Longhorn guard and projected 6th overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft, Tre Johnson. false full 3 f17421a0-6e9e-4bce-b6d7-16cd06a2ea55 Interview With Toronto Raptors Head Coach Darko Rajaković + RJ Barrett, Jamal Shead, Ja'Kobe Walter After some time on the road, Josh Elijah is back with the second instalment of 'Bleav In Raptors!' He dives into his coverage of the Toronto Raptors in Orlando as they took on the Magic in back to back games last week, both ending in wins. He shares his conversations and interviews with Toronto Raptors Head Coach Darko Rajaković along with RJ Barrett, Jamal Shead and Ja'Kobe Walter.

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]]> Wed, 12 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=14 After some time on the road, Josh Elijah is back with the second instalment of 'Bleav In Raptors!' He dives into his coverage of the Toronto Raptors in Orlando as they took on the Magic in back to back games last week, both ending in wins. He shares his conversations and interviews with Toronto Raptors Head Coach Darko Rajaković along with RJ Barrett, Jamal Shead and Ja'Kobe Walter.

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]]> Interview With Toronto Raptors Head Coach Darko Rajaković + RJ Barrett, Jamal Shead, Ja'Kobe Walter Bleav 00:34:22 Josh Elijah interviews Toronto Raptors Head Coach Darko Rajaković along with RJ Barrett, Jamal Shead and Ja'Kobe Walter. Josh Elijah interviews Toronto Raptors Head Coach Darko Rajaković along with RJ Barrett, Jamal Shead and Ja'Kobe Walter. false full 2 184b862e-e756-4cab-b8c0-d8311d19bcd8 Your New Home For Everything Toronto Raptors! Toronto Raptors Fans! Welcome to your new home for everything Raptors! Join host Josh Elijah as he brings you all of your Raptors content and coverage from across the NBA. In this first pilot episode, Josh shares a background on who he is, the work he's done in the past, and how he ended up as the newest host on the Bleav Network.

He breaks down what to expect when it comes to the show, short term and long term. Get ready for pre-game/post-game analysis with interviews from basketball experts, players, coaches, broadcasters and on-site coverage.

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]]> Wed, 26 Feb 2025 20:00:00 +0000 admin@bleav.com (Bleav) https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-raptors/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=10 Toronto Raptors Fans! Welcome to your new home for everything Raptors! Join host Josh Elijah as he brings you all of your Raptors content and coverage from across the NBA. In this first pilot episode, Josh shares a background on who he is, the work he's done in the past, and how he ended up as the newest host on the Bleav Network.

He breaks down what to expect when it comes to the show, short term and long term. Get ready for pre-game/post-game analysis with interviews from basketball experts, players, coaches, broadcasters and on-site coverage.

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]]> Your New Home For Everything Toronto Raptors! Bleav 00:22:14 Your one-stop shop for all of your Toronto Raptors coverage! Your one-stop shop for all of your Toronto Raptors coverage! false full 1