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Evan Mobley News / Fear The Sword / April 30

Winners and Losers: Cavs vs Raptors Game 5 – Evan Mobley bounces back

The Cleveland Cavaliers bounced back for a huge Game 5 win and a 3-2 series lead over the Toronto Raptors. Let’s go over today’s losers. I can’t blame anyone for feeling antsy in the first half.

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How many of the players to make the most three-pointers in a single playoff game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 29

Cavs have the edge now; can they finish the job?

Random dribbles following the Cavaliers’ 125-120 home win over the Toronto Raptors in Game 5 on Wednesday. 1. These are the NBA playoffs, and sometimes, you get a lift from an unexpected source.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29

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.

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / April 30

Cavaliers take 3-2 lead over Raptors after heated Game 5 battle

The Cleveland Cavaliers pulled off a 125-120 comeback win over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday, taking a 3-2 lead in the series. Wednesday’s matchup was a chaotic battle of scoring runs, amplified by multiple heated moments between the two squads.

Dennis Schroder News / Yardbarker / April 29

Cavaliers ride hot hand of Dennis Schroder to take pivotal Game 5 against Raptors

Even a poor defensive performance in the first half could not keep the Cleveland Cavaliers from making it five wins in as many games for the home team in the first-round series against the Toronto Raptors with Wednesday's 125-120 comeback win.

Pistons avoid elimination vs. Magic behind Cade Cunningham's historic performance

Charles Barkley apologizes for his bad NBA playoff prediction

Miami Heat are expected to part ways with one All-Star player

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Charles Barkley News / Larry Brown Sports / April 29

Charles Barkley apologizes for his bad NBA playoff prediction

Charles Barkley is formally recanting his prediction less than two weeks into NBA playoffs. The retired basketball icon Barkley had a funny moment during ESPN’s coverage of Game 5 between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / April 29

Cleveland Cavaliers and Toronto Raptors Add To Exceptional Playoff Legacies

The Cleveland Cavaliers are trying to win a championship, and their first step is their series against the Toronto Raptors. While the Cavaliers started the series with two wins, the Raptors responded with victories of their own.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / April 29

Cavaliers Change Starting Lineup For Game 5

Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson made a change to his starting lineup for Wednesday’s Game 5 against the Raptors, replacing defensive specialist Dean Wade with Max Strus, Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com writes in a subscriber-only story.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / April 29

Cavs’ Draft Pick Niang Headed To College

Cavaliers draft-and-stash prospect Saliou Niang is planning to play in the United States next season but not in the NBA. Niang has decided to play Division I basketball with North Carolina and LSU in the running for his services, Alessandro Maggi of Sportando tweets.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Total Pro Sports / April 29

Tristan Thompson Makes Unusual Request to Court for His Disabled Brother

NBA star Tristan Thompson, with 13 seasons under his belt and currently a free agent, is making headlines for his heartfelt dedication to family. In a

Nae'Qwan Tomlin News / Scoop B / April 29

From Harlem’s Rucker Park to Cleveland’s Bright Lights: Nae’Qwan Tomlin is Staying True to NYC While Playing in The Land

The journey from the asphalt of Harlem to the hardwood of the NBA is a path paved with legendary stories, but for Cleveland Cavaliers rookie Nae’Qwan Tomlin, that journey was anything but traditional.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 29

James Harden's turnover issues plaguing Cavaliers vs. Raptors

James Harden's playoff history has a common theme throughout his 17-year career. Only Utah Jazz legends Karl Malone and John Stockton have appeared in more postseason games without winning an NBA championship.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 29

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Toronto Raptors Game 5: Preview, Breakdown

In Game 4, the Cavaliers and Raptors looked set on delivering what could have been the lowest scoring NBA Playoff game in quite some time. In the first quarter, it ended 17-14 with the Raptors going 0-11 from three point range.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 29

How Round 1 Series Is Shifting for the Cleveland Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers head back home for Game 5, needing to change the needle and point it back in their direction after an empty-handed, two-game business trip against the Toronto Raptors.

James Harden News / Total Apex Sports / April 29

James Harden Seeking Redemption After Difficult Road Games

James Harden received a change of scenery back in February, as the Cleveland Cavaliers acquired him in a trade. Harden played for the Los Angeles Clippers before that, and the Clippers received Darius Garland and a draft pick in exchange for their guard.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / April 29

Cavs’ James Harden: ‘We’re extremely confident’

It’s safe to say not everyone is pleased with how things have gone for the Cavaliers. That probably includes the Cavaliers. The series against the Raptors is tied 2-all entering Wednesday’s Game 5 in Cleveland (7:30 p.m.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 29

Draymond Green calls out NBA All-Star as 'soft'

Draymond Green is looking to add to his lengthy list of enemies.

Report: Billy Donovan wants one NBA head-coaching job

Phil Jackson shares his 1 suggestion for improving the NBA

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 28

One Adjustment That Could Change Everything for Cavaliers

It's no secret, the Cleveland Cavaliers are in a battle now with the Toronto Raptors. The Cavs took the first two games in Cleveland at Rocket Arena, but once the series shifted to Toronto, they couldn't add to their lead and gave Game 4 away.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / April 28

Cavaliers have a Game 5 checklist after Raptors turned Game 4 into a warning

The Cleveland Cavaliers do not need to reinvent themselves in Game 5. Game 4 already gave them the checklist. Their 93 to 89 loss to the Toronto Raptors came from loose star possessions, stagnant offense, weak defensive rebounding, and a failure to punish a team that shot poorly enough to lose.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 27