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Otto Porter Breakdown, Scottie's Development + More - Samson's Mailbag (#1626)
Samson Folk answers questions from listeners/viewers.
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0:29 - how will OPJ fit/be used on the Raptors?
6:23 - how does Malachi Flynn factor into next season?
10:34 - Where does Precious Achiuwa need to improve his game?
18:08 - My favorite archetypes to watch?
20:50 - The Raptors lack or pick n' roll
24:39 - Scottie's development as a scorer and passer
31:01 - Nick Nurse overplaying guys
32:25 - My Fav NBA writers + what book will the Raptors szn be like
38:43 - What will the backup PG situation be?
40:08 - Will I ever be on the Raptors staff? (No)
44:15 - What stylistic changes would you like to see from the Raptors next year?
44:56 - If the Raptors were a band, who would play what?
46:35 - Why did the Raptors cut Armoni Brooks?
48:05 - The path to improvement for GTJ?
52:15 - Next year's starting 5?
54:53 - Who plays more games next year: OG or Fred?
56:15 - Which Raptor benefited most from the hellacious minutes?
57:30 - GTJ extension talk
59:58 - Would a good PU3 make Pascal a top tier number 1 option?
1:03:45 - Who are the next Phoenix Suns?
1:04:29 - The Breakdown on Juancho Hernangomez
1:06:35 - Will the Raptors be a top 5 defense??
1:09:14 - Who makes the playoffs first: Magic, OKC or Detroit?
1:11:12 - NBA Players as LOTR Characters
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