HW x RR roundtable: Which Raptors prospect do you believe in most? Who is the best defender?
Hello and Welcome is joined by Raptors Republic at Summer League all our early thoughts on the Raptors here in Las Vegas! Will Lou and Alex Wong are joined on the roundtable by Samson Folk, Trevon Heath and other surprise guests.
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44 Comments
Alex is as unserious as ever. Sticking out like a sore thumb
Brandon's point about never being the focal point of the offense, is based on the fact that he had the ball as a playmaker in NOLA. They used his gravity to get open shots for other guys but didn't do much as it pertains to getting him good looks.
Most excited about Ulrich. The athleticism at his size is unbelievable. He’s going to be a menace. Giannis 2.0
selling hope
I think you forgot how good BI is.
That was Alex Chong today
Alex was in outer space lmaaaooo
Guys gaining 12 lbs of muscle doesn't mean gained 12 lbs lmao. Turning the fat into muscle lol 10lbs of fat into muscle might only be gaining 4 lbs lol
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Wong looks like he slept in his clothes and just rolled out of bed.
4, 5, 6 seed is up for grabs for Toronto, Detroit, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Milwaukee. If Toronto is healthy they're in that mix.
They look like an espn panel and sound like one. Raptors top 6 team easy. No faith.
B.I actually mentioned in a recent interview that he can’t slack with on defense because of how hard everyone is working.
Wong is more negative than Bill Simmons. 🤡
I believe in the Raptors strategy of scouting for character. It is the underlying factor that determines how much a young player improves. With our quality technical player development system, it will foster high character players maximizing their potential.
Tre should be doing this full-time
We need to see more of this subtle Alex & Samson chemistry asap 😂
I haven’t seen a squad assembled like this since the Avengers!!!
Gummies were kicking Alex’s ass 😂 way to power through brother 🤝🫡
I think that some teams in the top 6 will deal with injuries. I was very optimistic about the Raptors last year. They have added depth, the defense is great. They need to avoid injuries but if there are injuries there's a lot of talent waiting to play. Last year there were too many injuries, teams were tanking and BI never played. They have a lot of young talent that will improve. There are enough veterans on this team. Everyone just needs to play to their ability and this is a top 5 team. Maybe top 3 if things go really well. To me it will be an entertaining year. I will enjoy this season. The best thing is that the Raptors have a lot of choices with matchups and flexibility with lineups. They can do some load management, getting younger players experience and winning games at the same time. That's a great situation and your assessing the team. By the trade deadline we should have a clear picture of who to trade, to stay under the luxury tax.
When William posed the question to the panel on which of our young guys will be most impactful 5 years from now. I enjoyed that their was 5 different answers
Lawson is earning that contract guarantee and a roster spot.
Do i look like jesser is hilarious
I was cleaning while watching,
And thinking how awsum alex is.
Then i read the comments. Lol! So funny.
The mic breathing made this video nearly unwatchable.
I miss the RR message board. Cancelling that was so dirty
This is such an entertaining but odd crew. Alex Wong acting like the friend that was brought along just because. His takes, body language, dude was in another realm. And then there is Samson and his wife beater 😆.
Also, "Will Lou, Alex Wong, Samson Folk, Trevon Heath, and surprise guests." The fifth dude, whose name escapes me, had the best analysis – him and Samson – and he is listed as "surprise guests" 🤣
Love this setup for the 2 crews. Looks great, and classic team up 👌
The team is coming together with a healthy Dick and the addition of BI.
Are they tall enough in the front court and the team over ? I know they are long , will that truly help ?
Mogbo has come a long way from thr beginning of last year ! No way Walter was the Raptor standout ! He worked hard but so was everyone else. Chomach looks like he is moving in slow motion. Strange watching him.
Shead was the standout !!
This was a great great episode!!
Raptors 5th or 6th
Too many NPCs in this pod
I just cant wait to see bi finally unleashed after being caged in new orleans for so long. People dont understand how unguardable this dude can be .
I believe Ingram can be that guy in toronto
Worst panel I’ve seen in my life these guys are goofs
You guys gotta get Alex off the air and out of Vegas asap.
Alex with Bob McCown vibes
At what point does Alex taking the piss when averting these questions become Alex taking the piss of Raptors fans. I used to listen to these guys all the time, but now it's embarrassing to listen to Alex not care as joke. It comes through so clearly in this panel with four other guys trying to talk basketball. H&W is supposed to cater to ppl who care about the culture around the raptors and their success. What culture is Alex bringing? What's the point?
By “added 12 pounds” they mean to his bench press. Jkjk 😂
Wong saying zig and zag hahaha dam Alex is stoned 😅
If you can win 30 when you are trying to tank ….50 is not unreasonable when you are gunning it on D…..all you need do it play shut em down for one quarter and trade baskets the other three….you win by 10
I think BI is going to emerge as the take charge guy