The first-round series between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors will now shift to the Scotiabank Arena. Entering Thursday’s clash, the Cavaliers have a commanding 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.
The Cavaliers-Raptors clash is set to tip off at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. PT). The live telecast will be available on Prime Video. Fans can watch the contest via livestream on NBA League Pass and Fubo TV (restrictions may apply).
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Toronto Raptors Odds
Moneyline: Cavaliers (-155) vs Raptors (+130)
Spread: Cavaliers -3.5 (-112) vs Raptors +3.5 (-107)
Total (O/U): O219.5 (-110) vs U219.5 (-110)
Editor’s Note: The odds could change closer to the game. The odds listed are based on available information at the time of publication.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Toronto Raptors Preview and Prediction
The Cleveland Cavaliers have carried their late-season momentum straight into the playoffs. After finishing the regular season on a strong 11-3 run over the final three weeks, they have dominated the first two games of their opening-round series against the Toronto Raptors.
Led by Donovan Mitchell, who is putting up 31.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game, Cleveland has looked confident. The duo of Evan Mobley and James Harden has also had notable contributions, combining for 46.0 points per game. The results have been convincing in both matchups, with Cleveland winning Game 1 126-113 and Game 2 115-105.
On the other side, the Raptors have struggled to find consistency. Brandon Ingram has been a major disappointment so far, averaging just 12.0 points along with 3.0 rebounds and 3.5 assists, a noticeable drop from his regular-season stats.
The absence of Immanuel Quickley has also been felt. Without a true playmaker to start games, Toronto has been less organized offensively and is averaging 3.5 fewer assists compared to the regular season.
Even with Quickley expected back, Cleveland appears to have the upper hand. They have simply been better across all aspects in the two games.
Prediction: Expect the Cavaliers to win by 6 points.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Toronto Raptors Injury Reports
Cleveland Cavaliers
- Thomas Bryant – Game time decision
Toronto Raptors
- Immanuel Quickley – Game time decision
- Ja’Kobe Walter – Game time decision
- Chucky Hepburn – Out for season
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Toronto Raptors Starting Lineups
Cleveland Cavaliers
PG: James Harden, SG: Donovan Mitchell, SF: Dean Wade, PF: Evan Mobley, C: Jarrett Allen
Toronto Raptors
PG: Immanuel Quickley, SG: Brandon Ingram, SF: RJ Barrett, PF: Scottie Barnes, C: Jakob Poeltl
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