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Winners and Losers From Cleveland Cavaliers NBA Playoffs Game 1

Winners and Losers From Cleveland Cavaliers NBA Playoffs Game 1

A well-balanced effort and a huge second half from the Cleveland Cavaliers stars allowed them to dominate the Toronto Raptors 126-113 for the first playoff win of the year.

Kenny Atkinson News / EssentiallySports / April 18
'We Lucked Out a Little': Kenny Atkinson Puts Cavs Locker Room on Alert After Game 1 Win vs. Raptors

'We Lucked Out a Little': Kenny Atkinson Puts Cavs Locker Room on Alert After Game 1 Win vs. Raptors

This season, the Toronto Raptors have won all three regular-season meetings against the Cleveland Cavaliers by an average of 11.7 points. Those who watched

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz

The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to score the most points in their NBA debut for every franchise can you name in five minutes?

Donovan Mitchell News / Field Level Media / April 18
Donovan Mitchell nets 32 as Cavaliers overpower Raptors

Donovan Mitchell nets 32 as Cavaliers overpower Raptors

Donovan Mitchell scored 32 points and James Harden added 22 points and 10 assists, powering the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 126-113 victory over the visiting Toronto Raptors in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference first round series Saturday.

NBA News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

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 / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 18
Cleveland Cavaliers Adjustment That Flipped Game 1

Cleveland Cavaliers Adjustment That Flipped Game 1

The Cleveland Cavaliers are a better shooting team than the Toronto Raptors. Heading into Game 1 on Saturday afternoon, that was one of the worst kept secrets about this series.

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / April 18
Watch: Cavaliers catch fire and dominate Raptors in Game 1

Watch: Cavaliers catch fire and dominate Raptors in Game 1

The Cleveland Cavaliers were on fire on offense Saturday as they took down the Toronto Raptors 126-113 in Game 1 of their first round matchup. Scottie Barnes and the Raptors got off to a strong start early and got out to a small lead.

Evan Mobley News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 18
Watch Evan Mobley put 2 Raptors on a poster in NBA playoffs

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

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.

James Harden News / Yardbarker / April 18
James Harden passes Larry Bird on playoff scoring list in win

James Harden passes Larry Bird on playoff scoring list in Cavaliers' blowout Game 1 win

The victory marked a successful franchise playoff debut for guard James Harden, who moved up the all-time playoff scoring list.

Notable update surfaces about Donovan Mitchell's future
NBA stars under the most pressure to perform in playoffs
The 'NBA all-time assist leaders' quiz
NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 18
James Harden Reaches NBA Playoffs Milestone in Raptors-Cavaliers Game 1

James Harden Reaches NBA Playoffs Milestone in Raptors-Cavaliers Game 1

The Cleveland Cavaliers opened their first-round playoff series against the Toronto Raptors on Saturday, entering the postseason as the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference.

LeBron James News / Yardbarker
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

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.

Max Strus News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 18
Max Strus Knows Cavaliers Have Extra Pressure in These NBA Playoffs

Max Strus Knows Cavaliers Have Extra Pressure in These NBA Playoffs

Cleveland Cavaliers’ Max Strus calls being in the playoffs a privilege, but knows that being part of one of the most experienced teams in the postseason carries extra weight.

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The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz
 The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz
The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz
 The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz
The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz
 The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz
The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz
 The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 18
Where to Watch the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Toronto Raptors Game 1 Tonight: Preview, Breakdown

Where to Watch the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Toronto Raptors Game 1 Tonight: Preview, Breakdown

It's been 10 years since the Cleveland Cavaliers came back from being down 3-1 against the Golden State Warriors to win their first NBA Title. Now it feels as if the team is ready and close to winning another one for the franchise.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 18
Final Injury Report for Raptors-Cavaliers Game 1: Will Donovan Mitchell, Immanuel Quickley Play?

Final Injury Report for Raptors-Cavaliers Game 1: Will Donovan Mitchell, Immanuel Quickley Play?

The Cleveland Cavaliers are at home on Saturday afternoon as they host the Toronto Raptors in Game 1 of the first round of the NBA Playoffs. Cleveland enters Saturday’s game as the No.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 18
Cavs’ internal motivation is far greater than outside noise: ‘Pressure is exciting’

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

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.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / April 18
3 Realistic Landing Spots For Donovan Mitchell If Cavaliers Explore Trade

3 Realistic Landing Spots For Donovan Mitchell If Cavaliers Explore Trade

In the 2026 NBA playoffs, a lot hangs in the balance for the Cleveland Cavaliers. At full strength and fresh off the trade for James Harden, the franchise is all out of excuses as they look to capitalize on the opportunity in front of them.

James Harden News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 17
Cavaliers Film Room: What James Harden Must Do Different in Raptors Series

Cavaliers Film Room: What James Harden Must Do Different in Raptors Series

The Cleveland Cavaliers are more talented and deeper than the Toronto Raptors. That was the case earlier in the season, but the Raptors took all three regular season matchups against the Cavs.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 17
Notable update surfaces about Donovan Mitchell's future

Notable update surfaces about Donovan Mitchell's future

Donovan Mitchell may be parachuting onto the trade block once again. 

Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson keeping small forward spot ‘flexible’
These NBA stars have the most to gain this postseason
NBA stars under the most pressure to perform in playoffs
Five underrated NBA players who could swing the postseason
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 17
NBA stars under the most pressure to perform in playoffs

NBA stars under the most pressure to perform in playoffs

It's often said that the true legends step up their game when it matters the most. So, with the NBA playoffs here, the teams able to advance will often rely on their top players to take their game to another level. 

LeBron James to set another record at the start of Lakers' first-round series  
Warriors' Steve Kerr answers critics with play-in upset over Clippers
These NBA stars have the most to gain this postseason
Five underrated NBA players who could swing the postseason
The 'Most 30-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 17
Cleveland Cavaliers Playoff Rotation: What’s Changing vs Toronto Raptors

Cleveland Cavaliers Playoff Rotation: What’s Changing vs Toronto Raptors

The Cleveland Cavaliers are ready to begin the 2025-26 NBA Playoffs, with the Toronto Raptors as their first-round matchup. A battle between the No. 4 and No.

Kenny Atkinson News / Scoop B / April 17
The 2K Blueprint: Kenny Atkinson Talks Size, Versatility and the Cavs’ Positionless Power

The 2K Blueprint: Kenny Atkinson Talks Size, Versatility and the Cavs’ Positionless Power

When you look at the modern NBA landscape, everybody’s chasing a “look.” Some teams want to run you off the floor; others want to space you out until you’re dizzy.

Jarrett Allen News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 16
Cavs’ Jarrett Allen makes candid admission about ailing knee before NBA playoffs

Cavs’ Jarrett Allen makes candid admission about ailing knee before NBA playoffs

According to Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson, there will be no restrictions for Jarrett Allen despite his bothersome right knee tendinitis that flared up at the beginning of March.

Donovan Mitchell News / Hoops Rumors / April 16
Donovan Mitchell Reiterates Desire To Stay In Cleveland

Donovan Mitchell Reiterates Desire To Stay In Cleveland

Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell could be a free agent next year, as he’ll make $50.1MM in 2026/27, with a $53.8MM player option for ’27/28. Mitchell will be eligible this summer for a four-year extension worth a projected $277MM.

NBA News / Stadium Rant / April 16
Lonzo Ball: A Case Study in Sports Prodigies

Lonzo Ball: A Case Study in Sports Prodigies

Lonzo Ball was slated to be the next big sports prodigy coming out of UCLA. A 6’5 playmaking point guard with defensive ability, a strong physical skillset and high upside?

Kenny Atkinson News / Hoops Wire / April 16
Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson keeping small forward spot ‘flexible’

Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson keeping small forward spot ‘flexible’

Plenty is settled for the Cavs entering the playoffs. That fifth starter spot? Not so much. Coach Kenny Atkinson said he still hasn’t locked in who will join James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen in the opening lineup.

Kenny Atkinson News / Hoops Wire / April 10
Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson weighing lineups with playoffs looming

Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson weighing lineups with playoffs looming

With the playoffs right around the bend, Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson is still sorting through what his starting and closing lineups will look like. That’s not necessarily a surprise.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 8
Kendrick Perkins takes a ruthless shot at Evan Mobley

Kendrick Perkins takes a ruthless shot at Evan Mobley

Evan Mobley is the latest NBA big man to find himself in the crosshairs of Kendrick Perkins. The ESPN analyst Perkins drew attention on Wednesday with his ruthless swipe at the Cleveland Cavaliers big man Mobley.

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