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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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James Harden, Donovan Mitchell’s Game 1 play will have Cavs fans dreaming of NBA Finals

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The Cleveland Cavaliers came out in dominant fashion on Saturday with the Cavs routing the Toronto Raptors, 126-113 in Game 1 of their opening round series of the NBA playoffs. It was the star guard duo of James Harden and Donovan Mitchell who powered the Cavs to victory in Game 1, and their performances bode […] The post James Harden, Donovan Mitchell’s Game 1 play will have Cavs fans dreaming of NBA Finals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Watch Evan Mobley put 2 Raptors on a poster in NBA playoffs

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The No. 4-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers are taking on the No. 5-seeded Toronto Raptors on Saturday in Game 1 of their first-round matchup in the NBA Playoffs. Evan Mobley turned heads in the second quarter of the contest after putting two opponents on a poster with a monster slam. Near the end of the second quarter, […] The post Watch Evan Mobley put 2 Raptors on a poster in NBA playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavs’ internal motivation is far greater than outside noise: ‘Pressure is exciting’

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The Cleveland Cavaliers are blocking out the noise. As the remaining core members of the team’s past iterations that have fallen short of their NBA playoff goals, Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen are equipped to handle the ebbs and flows that come with the postseason. Kenny Atkinson and his guys are aware of […] The post Cavs’ internal motivation is far greater than outside noise: ‘Pressure is exciting’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Raptors vs. Cavs 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 prediction, odds, pick

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The 2026 NBA Playoffs are underway as we bring you a betting prediction and pick for this first Game 1 in the Eastern Conference. The No. 5 Toronto Raptors will take on the No. 4 Cleveland Cavaliers in the first round of their Eastern playoffs series. Check our NBA odds series for the Raptors-Cavs prediction and pick. The Toronto […] The post Raptors vs. Cavs 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Donovan Mitchell, Cavs using last year’s hurt to fuel NBA playoff, championship chase

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Almost one year ago, Donovan Mitchell sat in the middle of the media room at the Cleveland Cavaliers’ practice facility in Independence, Ohio. As reporters and videographers watched on to the All-Star guard’s exit interview after a premature bump from the NBA playoffs at the hands of the Indiana Pacers, he glanced at the television. […] The post Donovan Mitchell, Cavs using last year’s hurt to fuel NBA playoff, championship chase appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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