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Eric Smith and Andrew Bricker Reveal the Hidden Side of 30 Years of Raptors History

Eric Smith and Andrew Bricker Reveal the Hidden Side of 30 Years of Raptors History

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 In this episode of Hoopsology, hosts dive deep into the incredible 30-year journey of the Toronto Raptors with Eric Smith, longtime Raptors broadcaster, and Andrew Bricker, co-authors of We the Raptors. 🏀 About the Episode: Eric and Andrew share the untold stories behind the Raptors’ rise — from the early days of Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady to the 2019 championship run and the team’s enduring impact across Canada. This isn’t just a sports book — it’s a love letter to the players, fans, and city that built a basketball powerhouse. 🔥 In This Conversation: How We the Raptors came together and what inspired the project Behind-the-scenes tales from 30 years of Raptors basketball Why role players like Patrick Patterson and Bismack Biyombo shaped the team’s culture The human side of NBA players — vulnerability, family, and life after the spotlight Eric Smith on calling 20+ years of Raptors games How basketball has taken over Canada — and could the NBA return to Vancouver? The future of Canadian basketball and the Raptors’ playoff outlook Whether you’re a lifelong Raptors fan or just love behind-the-scenes basketball stories, this episode is packed with insight, nostalgia, and inspiration. 📘 Buy “We the Raptors: Thirty Players, Thirty Stories, Thirty Years – Available now wherever books are sold. Podcast Person? Subscribe here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2sIa6O4u4TnIBSygXu9qDm?si=acff6d3796a14c9a Or search “Hoopsology” anywhere else you listen to podcasts! Join the conversation! Twitter: https://twitter.com/hoopsologypod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hoopsologypod/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/hoopsologypod/ Email: Hoopsologypod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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