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On YouTubeJakob Poeltl News / Raptors Republic / April 22
Darko urges Poeltl to play more aggressively
With the series heading to Toronto, the Raptors head home down two games to none and game three will be a must-win game for the fifth seed of the Eastern Conference.
Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / April 22
Can Scottie Barnes & Brandon Ingram lead the Raptors back against the Cavs?
Samson Folk & Louis Zatzman detail the latest for the Raptors. From Louis’ piece: “Toronto’s bone-headed turnovers hurt. Ingram’s complete absence from the game hurt worse.
Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / April 22
The Raptors are making the playoffs harder than they have to be
The playoffs are hard. The physicality is higher, the pace is slower, and the opposing team literally spends all their free time actively planning how to stop you from doing what you want to do.
The 'Most 30-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
How many of the NBA players with at least 30 games with 30 points in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / April 22
Five Burning Questions Ahead of Cavaliers vs. Raptors Game 3
The Toronto Raptors are returning to Scotiabank Arena trailing 0-2 in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, but a simple look at the standings misses the tactical chess match unfolding under the surface.
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.
Brandon Ingram News / Toronto Raptors on SI / April 22
'We Need Him': Raptors Rally Around Brandon Ingram Despite Shooting Struggles
In the high-stakes environment of a playoff push, every missed jumper feels magnified. For Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram, the rim has seemed a few inches smaller lately.
Brandon Ingram News / Larry Brown Sports / April 21
Brandon Ingram gets hammered for his ugly Game 2 performance
Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram is taking heat for both his performance in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals and what he said leading up to it.
Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / April 21
Is Jakob out of the series? How do the Raptors beat the Cavs?
Samson Folk is joined by Bob Schmidt of Fear the Fro podcast to talk about the series so far. From Samson’s piece: “The shot quality compared to game 1 was far worse, but unfortunately for the Raptors, both Harden & Mitchell are top class difficult shot makers and were putting on a show.
Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 21
The $104 million anchor weighing down Raptors vs. Cavs
On Monday evening, the Toronto Raptors fell behind 0-2 in their first round playoff series vs the Cleveland Cavaliers with an uninspiring 115-105 loss on the road.
RJ Barrett News / Toronto Raptors on SI / April 21
RJ Barrett Shares Veteran Blueprint for Raptors’ Postseason Turnaround
Following a grueling Game 2 loss, Toronto Raptors wing RJ Barrett, now the most seasoned playoff veteran on the roster in his seventh season, didn't mince words about the team's performance.
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.
Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / April 21
It's Time for Raptors to Hit the Panic Button
The Toronto Raptors are trailing 0-2 to the Cleveland Cavaliers following a 115-105 loss in Game 2 inside Rocket Arena. While the score was a bit closer in Game 2 than it was in Game 1, some patterns continued that make it very difficult for the Raptors to come back in the series.
Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / April 21
Raptors had some bright spots in Game 2 loss
A five-point margin can seem pretty close. But when Cleveland’s backcourt makes impossibly difficult shots look easy – and Ingram has an off game – it was very difficult to break that buffer.
Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / April 21
Raptors will select 19th and 50th in the 2026 Draft
Currently, all the attention is on the Raptors surviving against the Cavaliers. However, the Raptors won the draw last night and will be selecting 19th and 50th in this year’s NBA Draft.
Scottie Barnes News / Raptors Republic / April 21
Barnes finishes fifth in DPoY voting
All season, Scottie Barnes has been in contention for the Defensive Player of the Year award. Barnes, who posted a 110 defensive rating in the regular season, was listed fifth in voting for the DPoY award, behind winner Victor Wembanyama, Chet Holmgren, Ausar Thompson, and Rudy Gobert.
Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / April 21
The Raptors improved, but Ingram doomed their Game 2 performance
Scottie Barnes’ spidey senses are tingling. He peels away from the middle of the floor early and reaches a hand up to contest Jarrett Allen under the rim, holding the ball firm in the air as Allen squirms, trying to muscle it past him.
Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / April 21
3 Raptors Who Cost Toronto Most in Game 2 Loss vs. Cavaliers
The Toronto Raptors are picking up the pieces after a 115-110 loss in Game 2 against the Cleveland Cavaliers inside Rocket Arena. Wow, it was only a ten-point loss.
RJ Barrett News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 21
Raptors’ RJ Barrett stops short of getting fined with Game 2 take vs. Cavaliers
After suffering two losses to start off their journey in the 2026 NBA playoffs, some frustration is understandable for the Toronto Raptors. Following their
NBA News / EssentiallySports / April 21
Raptors HC Calls Out Refs, Brandon Ingram Disappears, Mitchell-Harden Hunt Toronto: Moments You Missed From Cavs vs Raptors
The Cleveland Cavaliers now hold a commanding 2–0 series lead over the Toronto Raptors after a 115–105 Game 2 victory. But the final score barely scratches the surface of what actually unfolded on the court.
Toronto Raptors News / Hoops Wire / April 20
Cavs handle Raptors’ rough stuff, stay in control
Random dribbles from the Cavaliers’ 115-105 Game 2 win over the Toronto Raptors on Monday. 1. It wasn’t as convincing as the first time, but it was every bit as promising.
Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 20
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.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 21
Brandon Ingram disappears in Raptors' Game 2 loss to Cavaliers
When they traded for Brandon Ingram and gave him a big contract extension a year ago, the Toronto Raptors thought he was the missing piece. Monday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers, he was just missing.
Toronto Raptors News / Hoops Wire / April 20
Cavs again find another gear, overpower Raptors for 2-0 series lead
This one was a lot scrappier, maybe a bit more physical. But the Cavaliers would not be denied. That pretty much sums up their 115-105 home win over the Toronto Raptors on Monday, taking a 2-0 first-round series lead.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 20
New-look Cavaliers backcourt is a resounding success in playoffs
The Cleveland Cavaliers made dramatic changes to their starting backcourt at the trade deadline.
Immanuel Quickley News / Athlon Sports / April 20
Raptors Announce Immanuel Quickley Injury Update for Game 2 vs. Cavaliers
The Toronto Raptors will try to respond to the Game 1 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in their first-round playoff series when the series resumes on Monday.
Immanuel Quickley News / Hoops Rumors / April 18
Raptors’ Guard Immanuel Quickley Won’t Play In Game 1
Immanuel Quickley won’t play for the Raptors in Game 1 of their first-round series against the Cavaliers this afternoon, Michael Grange of Sportsnet tweets.
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