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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.
The 'Most 3's in a playoff game by team' quiz
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 28
One Player From Toronto Raptors Is Becoming a Major Issue for the Cleveland Cavaliers
The Toronto Rapots have discovered an X-Factor in the series vs the Cleveland Cavaliers. His name is Collin Murray-Boyles, and he has made things very difficult for the Cavs in their Round 1 series.
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.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 28
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.
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 28
5 Questions Before Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Toronto Raptors Game 5
No one said it would be easy. On the eve of Game 5, the Cleveland Cavaliers are facing the same issues they have faced in the Donovan Mitchell era. Facing their season on the line in a do-or-die situation, where even though they're the better team, their backs might be up against the wall.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 28
Raptors vs. Cavaliers – 2026 NBA Playoffs: Prediction, Probable Starting Lineups, and Injury Updates (Apr 29)
The Toronto Raptors and the Cleveland Cavaliers are going toe-to-toe in the playoffs, round 1. With James Harden joining the Cavaliers via a blockbuster trade, the expectations were pretty high for Cleveland.
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
NBA Announces Seven Mistakes in Cavaliers' Loss to Raptors
The Cleveland Cavaliers–Toronto Raptors series has become more interesting, as the latter were able to turn it into a three-game affair by winning the fourth encounter at Scotiabank Arena.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 26
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.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 26
Cavaliers' cold backcourt could help Raptors pull off playoff upset
The Toronto Raptors are beginning to lock down Cleveland Cavaliers guards Donovan Mitchell and James Harden, which may turn the tide in their first-round playoff series.
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?
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