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Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley helped Cavs over Raptors in Game 5

The Cleveland Cavaliers regained control of their first-round series in the playoffs against the Toronto Raptors after hacking out the win, 125-120, in Game 5 at Rocket Arena on Wednesday. The fourth-seeded Cavaliers rallied in the fourth quarter, including limiting the fifth-seeded Raptors to just 7-of-28 shooting, to secure the victory. James Harden had a […] The post Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley helped Cavs over Raptors in Game 5 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavs’ James Harden, RJ Barrett scuffle breaks out in Game 5 vs. Raptors

During a contentious and physical first-round playoff series, it’s apparent no love is being lost between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Toronto Raptors. After a shoving match between James Harden and Scottie Barnes early in the third quarter, Harden and Barnes’ teammate, RJ Barrett, got into it later in Game 6 when a timeout was called. […] The post Cavs’ James Harden, RJ Barrett scuffle breaks out in Game 5 vs. Raptors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Charles Barkley Says Scottie Barnes Is Better Than Evan Mobley

NBA personality Charles Barkley went out of his way to both praise Scottie Barnes and take a shot at Evan Mobley ahead of tonight’s game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Toronto Raptors. Barnes has been a tremendous top star for Toronto this postseason to shockingly tie the first-round series where they entered as huge underdogs. […] The post Charles Barkley Says Scottie Barnes Is Better Than Evan Mobley appeared first on HEAVY.

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Raptors vs. Cavs 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 5 prediction, odds, pick

The 2026 NBA Playoffs continue through a heated First Round as we bring you a prediction and pick for this upcoming Game 5 tilt in the Eastern Conference. The Toronto Raptors will take on the Cleveland Cavaliers with their series tied 2-2. Check our NBA Playoffs odds series for the Raptors-Cavaliers prediction and pick. The Toronto Raptors responded with […] The post Raptors vs. Cavs 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 5 prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why James Harden, Evan Mobley insist Cavs’ offensive success will resurface vs. Raptors

Despite back-to-back turnover-heavy, ugly performances north of the border, the Cleveland Cavaliers are confident in their offense against the Toronto Raptors going into Game 5 of their first-round NBA playoff series. James Harden and Evan Mobley shared that it was tough to watch the Cavs’ film from Sunday, but they also learned what to expect, […] The post Why James Harden, Evan Mobley insist Cavs’ offensive success will resurface vs. Raptors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavaliers most to blame for hideous Game 4 loss to Raptors to tie series

The Cleveland Cavaliers watched NBA Playoffs history unfold Sunday. But the wrong kind that swung towards the Toronto Raptors’ way. Toronto shot a dismal 32% yet still beat the Cavs. Defense certainly became the them inside Scotiabank Arena. Cleveland even bottled the Raptors to an atrocious 13.3% from the perimeter. Plus swatted five blocks on […] The post Cavaliers most to blame for hideous Game 4 loss to Raptors to tie series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Raptors’ Collin Murray-Boyles makes franchise history with Game 4 masterpiece vs. Cavs

Toronto Raptors rookie Collin Murray-Boyles made franchise history while helping his team even their best-of-7 series, 2-2, in an 89-93 win against the Cleveland Cavs in Game 4. After Murray-Boyles helped the Raptors avoid a 3-0 hole in Game 3, he became only Toronto’s third rookie to record playoff double-double. Murray-Boyles led the Raptors bench […] The post Raptors’ Collin Murray-Boyles makes franchise history with Game 4 masterpiece vs. Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen detail how Cavs can better fend off Scottie Barnes, Raptors

After Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, Collin Murray-Boyles, and the Toronto Raptors lit up the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen understand the assignment for Game 4. Not only do the Cavs have to play with force, but they also have to turn up the heat defensively. “I think we have our coverages […] The post Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen detail how Cavs can better fend off Scottie Barnes, Raptors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavs most to blame for ugly 22-point Game 3 loss to Raptors

For three quarters, the Cleveland Cavaliers looked like a team in control of its destiny. By the final buzzer, though, they looked like a team unraveling under pressure. Game 3 in Toronto was a 22-point statement that exposed Cleveland’s most fragile tendencies. This was supposed to be the game that buried the Raptors. Instead, it […] The post Cavs most to blame for ugly 22-point Game 3 loss to Raptors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The Raptors’ rookie ‘warrior’ who played X-factor in Game 3 domination of Cavs

The Toronto Raptors avoided the inescapable playoff hole that is a 3-0 series deficit, as they earned their first win of the 2026 NBA playoffs in a 126-104 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers to pull within one game in the series, 2-1. Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett combined for 66 points and would most likely […] The post The Raptors’ rookie ‘warrior’ who played X-factor in Game 3 domination of Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Cavs think Jaylon Tyson is ‘due’ for breakout NBA playoff moment

Up two games on their opponents in their first-round NBA playoff series, the Cleveland Cavaliers are still building and adjusting on the fly against the Toronto Raptors. Part of that process is Jaylon Tyson learning life in the postseason, which has come with its ups and downs, but Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson and Jarrett […] The post Why Cavs think Jaylon Tyson is ‘due’ for breakout NBA playoff moment appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson credits Cleveland for overcoming Raptors punches in Game 2

The Cleveland Cavaliers are officially in the driver’s seat. After a hard-fought 115-105 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night, the Cavs hold a commanding 2-0 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round series. While the final score looks relatively comfortable, head coach Kenny Atkinson made it clear that this win was anything but easy. […] The post Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson credits Cleveland for overcoming Raptors punches in Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavs fans really don’t like Raptors’ Scottie Barnes

The Toronto Raptors are now staring at a 2-0 deficit in their first-round series in the playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers after dropping Game 2, 115-105, at Rocket Arena on Monday. The Raptors played catch-up all game against the Cavaliers, who led by as much as 16 points. Toronto put up a fight in the […] The post Cavs fans really don’t like Raptors’ Scottie Barnes appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Donovan Mitchell has jokes after out-assisting James Harden in Game 2 vs. Raptors

On Monday, the Cleveland Cavaliars fought tooth and nail against the Toronto Raptors to win Game 2 of the First Round 115-105. As a result, the Cavaliars take a commanding 2-0 series lead. Two major factors was the dynamic duo of Donovan ‘Spida’ Mitchell and James Harden. Altogether, Mitchell finished with a game high 30 […] The post Donovan Mitchell has jokes after out-assisting James Harden in Game 2 vs. Raptors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavs ‘stars’ Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Evan Mobley get Game 2 props from Kenny Atkinson

The Cleveland Cavaliers entered the 2026 NBA playoffs with only one goal in mind: to get over the hump. So far, so good — they’ve taken the first two games of their first-round matchup against the Toronto Raptors, taking a 2-0 series lead after earning a 115-105 victory on Monday night. While the series is […] The post Cavs ‘stars’ Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Evan Mobley get Game 2 props from Kenny Atkinson appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavs weather Raptors in Game 2 for commanding 2-0 playoff series lead

The Cleveland Cavaliers are two wins away from advancing to the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. On Monday, Donovan Mitchell and the Cavs took care of business anew in their first-round series against the Toronto Raptors, coming away with a 115-105 victory for a commanding 2-0 lead in the matchup. So dominant the […] The post Cavs weather Raptors in Game 2 for commanding 2-0 playoff series lead appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavaliers Make Evan Mobley Announcement During Raptors Game

Evan Mobley and the Cleveland Cavaliers are in the driver’s seat for their first-round playoff matchup against Brandon Ingram and the Toronto Raptors after a 115-105 win on Monday. Ingram did not play up to his typical level, scoring only seven points on 3-of-15 shooting in 36 minutes. Forward ...

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Cavs’ James Harden passes Celtics legend on all-time list amid Raptors clash

The Cleveland Cavaliers took a commanding 2-0 lead in their first-round series against the Toronto Raptors on Monday night. To further prove why acquiring James Harden was the correct decision for the Cavaliers, the veteran was part of a three-headed monster with Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley, who recorded 25+ points each. Harden also added […] The post Cavs’ James Harden passes Celtics legend on all-time list amid Raptors clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brandon Ingram reveals major adjustment needed after quiet Game 1 vs. Cavs

The Toronto Raptors and Brandon Ingram walked in refusing to back down from the Cleveland Cavaliers. Ingram especially aimed to silence some critics. Now he and his team must adjust their game plan after taking the 126-113 loss Saturday. Ingram personally vows to become more aggressive in this NBA Playoffs contest, which he shared via […] The post Brandon Ingram reveals major adjustment needed after quiet Game 1 vs. Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavs’ Evan Mobley drops ‘perfect time’ claim on NBA playoffs after Game 1 win vs. Raptors

The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Toronto Raptors in Game 1 behind a team-wide performance 126-113. Donovan Mitchell and James Harden led the way, Max Strus brought infectious energy off the bench, and Dean Wade defended his tail off against Brandon Ingram, but Evan Mobley’s approach to the game in all facets showcased the poise and […] The post Cavs’ Evan Mobley drops ‘perfect time’ claim on NBA playoffs after Game 1 win vs. Raptors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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