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React Pod: RJ Barrett leads Raptors to OT win after Vince Carter's emotional jersey retirement

Will Lou breaks down the Toronto Raptors' 131-128 OT win over the Sacramento Kings, and then is joined by co-host Alex Wong to discuss Vince Carter's emotional jersey retirement and complicated legacy.


Three stars: Chris Boucher, Ochai Agbaji, RJ Barrett


Gerald Henderson award: Malik Monk


Most Important Guy: Vincent Lamar Carter (bonus: Jordan Hayles and Michael Grange)


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