Episode 18: Poeltl is pronounced "Yak"​

Dave and Jonathan discuss the impending Raptors/Blazers matchup. They also talk about how the West is full of “fake” teams. It is also revealed that Jon dresses more like a coach than a player. Transcript…

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Episode 17: Unrupertable in Every Way

On this episode of the Red Black Comeback, Dave and Jonathan discuss a few emerging Trail Blazer team trends. They also make some early predictions for end of the season awards, including Scottie Barnes as the Defensive Player of the Year. Transcript…

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Episode 16: When You Have a Wemby

On this episode of the Red Black Comeback, Dave and Jonathan share their thoughts on the Commissioner’s Cup. They also talk about Portland’s roster ills and whether or not Toronto’s current slump is temporary. Transcript…

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Episode 15: Matisse Thybulle - The Fifth Ninja Turtle

Dave and Jon discuss the current state of the Phoenix Suns Dave and Jon discuss Dave’s observations at the previous week’s Raptors/Blazers game. Dave and Jon also discuss some of their favorite non-All Star players that they love to watch. Transcript…

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Episode 14: The Charlotte Episode

Dave and Jonathan discuss Dave’s attendance at the Blazers/Raptors showdown. They also discuss Charlotte in-depth. At the end, a prediction for the game between the Blazers and Raptors is made. Transcript…

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Episode 13: Rayan Rupert - Defensive Player Of The Year

Dave and Jon review where the Raptors and Trail Blazers are at the 20% mark of the season. Dave professes his love for Paul George. Witty banter ensues. Transcript…

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Episode 12: The Fruit Flies Episode

Dave and Jon discuss the upcoming NBA season and debate who will win MVP, ROY, and DPOY. They also predict where the Raptors and Trail Blazers will end up for the season.…

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Episode 11: Got A Million Problems and One Of Them Is Audio

Warning: both Dave and Jon experienced AV problems with this recording. We have learned from our mistakes and going forward, the audio will be better. In this episode, Dave and Jon discuss the WNBA end of season awards, the current WNBA playoff race, and the parting of way’s with the New York Liberty and their head coach.…

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Episode 10: The Most Hated Player In The NBA

Dave and Jon discuss Kawhi Leonard and whether or not he might be the most hated star in the NBA. They also recap the race for the final WNBA playoff spots and pontificate on the quotability of Brooklyn 9 9.…

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Episode 9: We Have Music?

Dave and Jon go deep again on the WNBA, discussing the current playoff race, who the MVP should be, and why nobody is talking about the Atlanta Dream.…

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Episode 8: Are You Listening JP?

Dave and Jon go deep on the WNBA and look forward to eventually year-round, in person professional basketball in Toronto and Portland.…

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Episode 7: CJ Elleby and Me

Dave and Jonathan discuss the WNBA at length, as well as a brief homage to Damian Lillard. Dave also learns about the expanded WNBA playoff format, and Jonathan brags about his brush with fame and CJ Elleby.…

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Episode 6: Who Are You Calling A Coward?​

In which Dave and Jonathan cover craziness in the NBA draft. The WNBA expansion is discussed. And Dave may or may not threaten certain sports celebrities.…

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Episode 5: Dave Embraces His Role

Dave and Jonathan introduce a new 15 minute topic timer and use it to discuss: The Boston/Portland trade with Jrue Holiday and Anfernee Simons The upcoming 2025 NBA Draft The NBA Finals Bonus extra material! Download now wherever you get your podcasts!…

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Episode 4: Paul George But Not John or Ringo

Dave and Jon discuss the NBA finals, the importance of coaches and whether or not Paul George will make the hall of fame.…

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Episode 3: Paradise Lost?

Dave and Jon consider the fates and futures of multiple NBA teams, including the bonkers idea of Giannis coming to Toronto.…

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Episode 2: Face To Face With Shaedon

In which Dave sees the Trail Blazers take on the Raptors in person and a discussion about RJ Barrett being more valuable than Zion Williamson ensues.…

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Episode 1: Is This Going To Work?

The Red Black Comeback podcast Dave and Jon just start talking about basketball centered on the Toronto Raptors and the Portland Trail Blazers.…

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