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Kyle Lowry: 'Idol of Canada?'

Lowry seemed genuinely surprised when a teen reporter called him an "icon all over Canada."

Arthur Weinstein

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Iguodala wants 'another run at it'

The 6-6 wing is averaging 9.4 points, 4.6 rebounds and 4.1 assists in the playoffs and is set to become an unrestricted free agent in 2020.

Ameer Tyree

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McIlroy raises Raptors jersey

McIlroy raised the jersey of Raptors guard Kyle Lowry after winning the RBC Canadian Open on Sunday.

E.Jay Zarett

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ESPN's Jalen Rose says Kevin Durant's recent workout with Warriors 'didn't go well on any level'

It's possible Kevin Durant may have already played his last game in a Warriors uniform.

Jordan Greer

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Kawhi leads Raptors to brink of glory

Only one player in NBA history has ever delivered more 30-point games on the road in a single postseason. Kawhi Leonard's ability to rise to the occasion on the road is a reflection of his defining trait: uncanny poise under pressure which has Toronto on the verge of a championship.

Micah Adams

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NBA players react to a big-time Raptors win

"Toronto’s defense gives them a chance every night," Utah Jazz centre Rudy Gobert tweeted after Game 4. "Consistency wins..."

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Taking stock of Finals MVP race

Kawhi Leonard is the clear favourite heading into Game 5, but who else should be in consideration for Finals MVP?

Scott Rafferty

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Instant Reaction: Raptors flex their muscles in Game 4

The Raptors are now one win away from winning their first NBA championship thanks to huge performances from Kawhi Leonard and Serge Ibaka.

Scott Rafferty

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Curry: '[Kawhi Leonard] played amazing'

Leonard's stellar Game 4 display received lot of appreciations from players and coaches in the postgame press conference.

Yash Matange

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Green on 3-1 lead: 'Why not make our own history?'

Teams with a 3-1 lead in the NBA Finals are 33-1 all-time in closing out the series. The one team that blew that lead? The Golden State Warriors in 2016. Can they fall on the right side of history this time around?

Kyle Irving

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Odds, picks for Game 5

After beating the Warriors twice at Oracle Arena to take a 3-1 series lead, the Raptors are favoured to win Game 5 in front of their home crowd.

Scott Rafferty

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Sights and sounds from Game 4 at Oracle

The Raptors walked onto the Warriors home floor and took care of business, possibly putting an end to Golden State's time in Oracle Arena.

Matthew Blum

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Grading key players from Game 4

The Toronto Raptors are just one win away from winning the NBA championship after a thrilling 105-92 win over the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena.

Benyam Kidane

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Marc Gasol playing the role of Tim Duncan

Marc Gasol has become the anchor of the Raptors' stingy defence, like Tim Duncan had been for many years with the Spurs.

Nacho Losilla

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Kerr says Warriors are mixing it up

"Well, we'll take a look at the tape, but we have been playing a certain style for a long time here," Kerr told reporters.

Ameer Tyree

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Green: Why not make our own history

"That's important to have that pride, to have the faith in what we're capable of," Green told reporters Friday.

Ameer Tyree

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Nurse, Raptors remaining grounded

Raptors coach Nick Nurse refuses to get carried away after Friday's victory, which gave Toronto a 3-1 series lead in the NBA Finals.

Sacha Pisani

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Thompson: Injury didn't affect me

Klay Thompson and Kevon Looney returned to action in Game 4, though they could not help the Warriors to victory.

Rob Lancaster

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Raptors' impressive win over Warriors disappears without Kawhi's first quarter

The Warriors nearly turned Game 4 into a blowout, but Raptors star Kawhi Leonard simply wouldn't let that happen.

Jordan Greer

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Raptors vs. Warriors results: Toronto one win from first NBA title after Game 4 turnaround

A postseason career-high 36 points from Kawhi Leonard and an explosive third quarter led the Raptors to a commanding win in Game 4 of the NBA Finals.

Thomas Schlarp

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Kerr insists Warriors will fight on

A third straight NBA title looks like a long shot for Golden State, but coach Steve Kerr expects team to battle to the end.

Rob Lancaster

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VanVleet bloodied by elbow

Fred VanVleet took an inadvertent elbow from Shaun Livingston in the fourth quarter and had to go to the locker room.

Thomas Lott

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3 takeaways from the Raptors' win

The Raptors have a chance to close the series out at home and knock off the two-time defending champions.

Ameer Tyree

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Raptors 1 win away from title

Kawhi Leonard was unstoppable once again as he carried the Raptors to a victory in Game 4.

Thomas Lott

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Why you shouldn't count the Warriors out of the NBA Finals

The Warriors have trailed after three games in only four series in the last five postseasons. Can they flip the script against a talented Raptors team?

Bill Bender

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Nicole Curran says she received death threats from Beyonce fans after Warriors game

The singer's fanbase had a strong reaction to a video of Nicole Curran leaning over Beyonce to speak with Jay-Z at Game 3 of the NBA Finals.

Jordan Heck

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Running diary from Raptors' massive Game 4 road-win

Kawhi Leonard's 36 points and 20 points off the bench from Serge Ibaka have the Raptors one win away from winning the NBA title.

Kyle Irving

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What channel is Raptors vs. Warriors on today? Game 4 time, TV schedule for 2019 NBA Finals

The Raptors lead the series, but the Warriors are hoping to recover with Klay Thompson back in the lineup. Here's everything you need to know about how to watch Game 4 of the 2019 NBA Finals.

Blair Berry

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Looney lobbying to play Game 4

Kevon Looney suffered a fracture near his collarbone in Game 2 and missed a Game 3 loss for the Warriors.

Thomas Lott

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Looney to play in Game 4

Looney suffered a non-displaced first costal cartilage fracture in Golden State's Game 2 win following a collision with Kawhi Leonard.

Scott Rafferty

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NBA Finals 2019: Raptors' Danny Green finds his stroke on familiar stage

The former NBA champion was abysmal for the Raptors in the first three rounds of the playoffs, but has become a difference maker in the Finals.

Matt Hornick

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Updated odds, predictions for Game 4

Despite a big Game 3 win for the Raptors, the Warriors opened as favourites to win Game 4.

Scott Rafferty

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Game 4 preview: How will the Warriors respond?

The Raptors have taken a 2-1 series lead and are just two wins away from their first NBA title in franchise history. Will Toronto keep their foot on the gas? Can the Warriors get healthy in the one day off between Games 3 and 4?

Gilbert McGregor

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Kawhi overtakes Curry as Finals MVP favourite

Raptors superstar Kawhi Leonard is now the odds favourite to win Finals MVP for the second time in his career.

Carlan Gay

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The truth: Durant might not be back

Kevin Durant injury update: It has been 30 days since the Warriors star strained his calf. The Warriors have a maximum of three games left.

Bob Hille

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How Klay Thompson's return impacts Raptors

The biggest storyline entering Game 4 is the return of Klay Thompson. Will he defend Kawhi Leonard? Will he be the second scorer Golden State sorely missed in Game 3? How effective will be he on that injured hamstring?

Micah Adams

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How the Raptors punched back in Game 3

Over the course of the second half, the Raptors had 22 possessions in which the Warriors pulled within 10 points. They scored a whopping 33 points on those possessions for an offensive rating of 150.0, shooting 12-18 from the floor including 6-9 from beyond the 3-point line. By not allowing the Warriors to truly get back in the game, they showed the poise and patience of a championship team.

Micah Adams

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NBA hands Warriors' investor $500k fine, 1-year ban

There was an incident between Kyle Lowry and a Warriors team investor when Lowry dove into the stands for a loose ball in Game 3. The investor is not permitted to attend NBA games

NBA.com Staff

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Kerr: 'Good chance' KD could play in Game 5 or 6

The Golden State Warriors have gone 6-2 in the eight games that KD has missed this postseason due to the strained right calf.

Yash Matange

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How Kawhi has dominated at the free throw line

Compared to other series this postseason, Kawhi Leonard has taken the least number of shots per game in The Finals and his efficiency has taken the slightest dip. So how has the superstar been able to keep his scoring average up? Drawing fouls and making the Warriors pay at the free throw line.

Kyle Irving

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Warriors' Stevens banned 1 year

The incident occurred early in the fourth quarter when Lowry dove into the crowd.

E.Jay Zarett

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Who is Mark Stevens?

The Warriors minority owner pushed Kyle Lowry when the Raptors guard dove into the crowd early in the fourth quarter of Game 3.

E.Jay Zarett

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Durant ruled OUT for Game 4

Steve Kerr announced at media availability that Kevin Durant is out for Game 4

Kyle Irving

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Warriors part owner shoved Lowry

The NBA said Stevens' behavior was "beyond unacceptable and has no place in our league."

Chelsea Howard

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Curry backs Cousins to bounce back

Stephen Curry is confident DeMarcus Cousins will not allow a "rough" Game 3 to affect him going forward for the Warriors.

Ben Spratt

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This reporter seemed so annoyed by another reporter's question to Steve Kerr

Grant Cohn from the Santa Rosa Press Democrat gave a little side eye to a reporter asking about the Warriors' hustle in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.

Jordan Heck

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Kyle Lowry wants fan who shoved him at NBA Finals banned from games

The Raptors guard says there's no place in the game for physical contact or vulgar language by fans.

Tom Gatto

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Raptors give Stephen Curry, Warriors their own 'Strength in Numbers' treatment

The cavalry never came for Warriors star Stephen Curry in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, and that allowed the Raptors to capture a 2-1 series lead.

Jordan Greer

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Raptors vs. Warriors results: Toronto coasts to Game 3 victory despite 47 points from Steph Curry

A solid all-around performance by Toronto's starters led to an easy win in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.

Thomas Schlarp

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Instant Reaction: Raptors overcome Curry's historic game

A playoff and NBA Finals career-high 47 points from Stephen Curry wasn't enough as the Raptors stole Game 3 on the road to take a 2-1 series lead.

Kyle Irving

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Danny Green shoots up the Finals record book

Danny Green hit more 3-pointers in Game 3 than he did in the entire series against the Milwaukee Bucks. He's once again proving that he's at his very best on the very biggest stage.

Micah Adams

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Report: Kerr expects Klay to play Game 4

Prior to missing Game 3, Klay Thompson had played all of his 120 previous career playoff games.

Yash Matange

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Raptors fans sing 'O Canada' at Oracle after Game 3

Toronto came away with a massive Game 3 win on the road and Raptors faithfuls stuck around after the game to sing their country's National Anthem at Oracle Arena

Kyle Irving

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Grading key players from Game 3

The Toronto Raptors take a 2-1 series lead after a comfortable 123-109 win at Oracle Arena, despite a playoff career-high 47 points from Stephen Curry.

Benyam Kidane

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Sights and Sounds from inside Oracle

The Toronto Raptors took over Oracle Arena Wednesday night and made a statement, retaking home court advantage and grabbing control of the NBA Finals.

Matthew Blum

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Curry's record-breaking Game 3: Who said What?

Stephen Curry's sensational Game 3 display of 47 points was in vain as the Warriors lost Game 3 at home. Here's what payers from both teams had to say about his impressive performance at Oracle Arena.

Yash Matange

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Medical Analysis: How bad is Klay Thompson's injury?

Dr. Michael S. George, a sports orthopaedic surgeon with the KSF Orthopaedic Center in Houston, weighs in with some specifics on the type of injury sustained, factors that contribute in recovery time and expectations moving forward.

Gilbert McGregor

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Draymond predicts Warriors' title in 6 games

Despite the 14-point Game 3 loss, Draymond Green is very confident about the Warriors' championship chances.

Yash Matange

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Bogut on Warriors defensive struggles: 'We miss Klay a lot'

The Toronto Raptors caught fire from the three-point line, with the short-handed Warriors struggling on the defensive end without Klay Thompson.

Benyam Kidane

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Green shrugs off Game 3 loss

A depleted Golden State team fell behind 2-1 in the NBA Finals after it lost to the Raptors 123-109 at Oracle Arena on Wednesday.

E.Jay Zarett

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Kawhi leads Raptors to Game 3 victory

The Raptors took advantage of the Warriors being short-handed, beating them in Game 3 to regain homecourt advantage in the Finals.

Scott Rafferty

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3 takeaways from Raptors' win

Toronto took control in the third quarter against a depleted Warriors team and held on for a 123-109 win at Oracle Arena on Wednesday.

E.Jay Zarett

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Raptors take 2-1 series lead

The Raptors are two wins away from their first NBA title.

Thomas Lott

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Update: Thompson ruled OUT for Game 3

Per ESPN's Ramona Shelburne, Klay Thompson has been ruled out for Game 3

Kyle Irving

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What channel is Raptors vs. Warriors on today? Game 3 time, TV schedule for 2019 NBA Finals

Kawhi Leonard and Pascal Siakam look for an answer against Golden State at Oracle Arena.

Dan Bernstein

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7 crazy outcomes for Game 3

Kawhi sets the stage for a short series? Curry channels his inner-Iverson? Boogie's night? VanVleet turns into Matthew Dellavedova? There hasn't been a Finals with this many question marks in quite some time. With the series all square, the possibilities are almost endless for what could happen in Game 3.

Micah Adams

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Raptors betting favourite to sign Kawhi

The betting odds have shifted and the Raptors are now the favourite to keep Kawhi Leonard beyond this season.

Carlan Gay

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2014 vs 2019: Déjà vu for Kawhi in Game 3?

Game 3 on the road in a series tied 1-1 against a star-studded yet vulnerable dynasty? We've seen this story before. Five years ago, Kawhi Leonard used this moment to springboard towards Finals immortality. Will history repeat itself?

Micah Adams

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Most watched games on League Pass

This past season saw unprecedented international interest in the NBA. The annual viewing numbers released by the NBA confirm what many already suspect: it's truly a global game.

Sergio Rabinal

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Lowry: 'I play better on the road, and I always have'

Kyle Lowry promises to play better on the road ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Finals.

Carlan Gay

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Game 3 preview: Can Warriors overcome injuries?

The Raptors almost found a way to win Game 2 despite a historic second-half lull. Can they bounce back as the series shifts to California?

Gilbert McGregor

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DeMarcus 'far from a finished product'

The injuries continue to mount for the Golden State Warriors, but they're being boosted by the return of DeMarcus Cousins who continues to get back to his All-Star best.

James McKern

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Who is the Finals MVP after Game 2?

A back and forth NBA Finals series has seen several players throw their name in the ring to take home the Bill Russell Finals MVP trophy, but who is the leader?

James McKern

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Odds, picks for Game 3

As the Finals shifts from Toronto to Golden State, the Warriors are favoured to take a 2-1 series lead. But what does our NBA.com Staff think will happen?

Scott Rafferty

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DeRozan: I had to be the sacrifical lamb

On the season finale of "Take It There with Taylor Rooks", the San Antonio Spurs guard shared his thoughts on the Raptors postseason run and how he helped pave the way for the franchise to reach new heights this season.

Gilbert McGregor

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What if Curry was called for travelling?

The NBA released the Last Two Minute Report for Game 2 and it was determined that Stephen Curry should have been called for travelling seconds before Andre Iguodala hit the game-clinching 3-pointer. What would have happened if the call was made?

Micah Adams

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How Looney injury impacts the Raptors

The 3-man lineup of Kevon Looney, Stephen Curry and Draymond Green was the best in the entire league this postseason. Though he may not be a starter, Looney's injury is a major development that will have a ripple effect across the rest of the NBA Finals.

Micah Adams

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Iguodala addresses retirement

“I have a good idea how much longer I want to play,” Iguodala told The New York Times.

Ameer Tyree

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Barkley: Durant won't make it in NY

"If he's arguing with these teenagers online, he's not going to be able to deal with that New York media," Barkley said.

Ameer Tyree

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KD out Game 3, Klay questionable

Durant hasn't played since Golden State’s second round series, while Thompson went down in Game 2 against the Raptors on Sunday.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Green lost 25 pounds midseason

"Bob (Myers) said, 'If we're going to win a championship, you have to get in shape.' I was like, 'Oh, I know. I'm fat as hell right now.'"

Thomas Lott

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Kevin Durant and Drake exchange trash talk after Game 2

The NBA star peeked around a corner as the rapper walked through the tunnel of Scotiabank Arena and yelled some sarcastic words of encouragement at the Toronto native.

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Durant out for Game 3

Steve Kerr confirmed that the Golden State Warriors will be without Kevin Durant for Game 3 of the NBA Finals. Dating back to Game 6 of the Conference Semifinals, the Warriors are 6-1 since Durant strained his calf.

NBA.com Staff

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Raptors waste golden opportunity

If the Raptors end up losing this series, they'll likely look back to Game 2 as the pivotal moment their dreams of winning the NBA title vanished into thin air.

Micah Adams

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L2M Report: Curry travelled on Iggy's clutch 3

As per the report, there were two other traveling violations, committed by the Raptors [Pascal Siakam and Kawhi Leonard], that were missed.

Yash Matange

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Game 2 breaks Canadian viewership record

Upwards of 10 million unique viewers watched the Game 2 clash between the Golden State Warriors and the Toronto Raptors.

Yash Matange

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Thompson (hamstring) questionable for Game 3

Klay Thompson suffered a hamstring strain in the fourth quarter of the Warriors 109-104 win over the Toronto Raptors in Game 2.

Benyam Kidane

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Details surrounding KD's injury, recovery and return

The Golden State Warriors have been without their All-Star forward for nearly a month. NBA.com spoke with Santiago Ledesma, a kinesiologist from the Argentine National Basketball Team, to learn more about this specific injury including the causes, treatment and recovery time.

Leandro Fernández

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Raptors' Leonard suing Nike

Leonard reportedly turned down a four-year, $22 million extension in March before electing to join New Balance.

Ameer Tyree

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Q&A: Magloire proud of growth of basketball in Canada

The former Raptors player, current coach and native of Toronto has unique perspective on Canada's love of basketball.

Shaun Powell

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Shaun Livingston's incredible catch saved the Warriors in Game 2

Andre Iguodala deserves credit for making the clutch 3-pointer to seal Golden State's victory in Game 2 of the NBA Finals. But without Shaun Livingston, that shot never happens.

Jordan Greer

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How Curry picked Raptors apart without touching the ball

Game 2 was yet another example of how Stephen Curry's value extends far beyond a traditional box score.

Scott Rafferty

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Leonard: Third quarter cost Raptors

A poor start to the second half proved costly for the Raptors, allowing the Warriors to level the NBA Finals at 1-1.

Rob Lancaster

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Kerr: Thompson thinks he'll be fine

Thompson left Game 2 against the Raptors with left hamstring tightness after he landed awkwardly while attempting a 3-pointer.

E.Jay Zarett

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Fast facts on the decisive Game 2 run

The Raptors were 24 minutes away from seizing command of the NBA Finals. The Warriors then uncorked the most dominant run in NBA Finals history. Here are five things to know about the run that decided Game 2.

Micah Adams

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Looney out of Finals 'indefinitely'

The 23-year-old appeared in a career-high 80 games in his fourth season with Golden State in 2018-19.

Ameer Tyree

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Warriors' third-quarter run puts pressure back on Raptors

The Warriors woke from their slumber in the third quarter Sunday night, quickly changing the momentum of Game 2 — and perhaps the 2019 NBA Finals.

Jenn Smith

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The best memes from Barack Obama's conversation with Adam Silver at the NBA Finals

What was the former POTUS saying to the commissioner of the NBA? Twitter users gave us their best guesses.

Jordan Heck

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DeMarcus Cousins signed with the Warriors for this moment

DeMarcus Cousins knows better than anyone how rare these opportunities are. When Steve Kerr called his number in Game 2, he wasn't overwhelmed by the moment — it was exactly what he had always wanted.

Jordan Greer

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Warriors even up Finals after huge third-quarter run

A torrid third quarter lifted the Warriors ahead of the Raptors and tied the series as it heads to Oakland.

Jacob Janower

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Takeaways: Warriors steal Game 2, even series at 1-1

The Warriors were able to take Game 2 on the road to even the NBA Finals at 1-1. Great team basketball including 34 assists on 38 made baskets resulted in big games from Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, Draymond Green and DeMarcus Cousins

Kyle Irving

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Curry: Raptors "disrespectful" to leave Iguodala that open

Andre Iguodala knocked down a massive 3-pointer to give the Warriors a five-point lead with under 10 seconds left in the game to seal the win for the Warriors

Kyle Irving

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Raptors reflect on what went wrong in the third

The Warriors made history with an 18-0 run to begin the second half of Game 2 of the NBA Finals. Following the game, multiple Raptors shared their take on just what went wrong and how they can avoid a similar letdown in this series.

Gilbert McGregor

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Sights and Sounds from Game 2

From Barack Obama to Drake and the Jurassic Park crowd, Toronto turned it on for Game 2 of the NBA Finals.

Tom Read

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Player ratings for Game 2

Klay Thompson led the Warriors with 25 points on the night as they level the series at 1-1.

Benyam Kidane

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Kerr credits Warriors' defence for Game 2 win

Just like Game 1, the Warriors scored 109 points. However, in Game 2, they ensured the Raptors scored far lesser than they did a couple of days back.

Yash Matange

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Cousins on breakout game: 'It feels great'

Cousins balled out in his first career Finals start, finishing with 11 points, 10 rebounds, six assists and two blocks in the Warriors' Game 2 win.

Yash Matange

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Obama receives standing ovation

Fans in Scotiabank Arena gave Obama a standing ovation and began chanting "MVP."

Alexis Mansanarez

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3 takeaways from the Warriors' win

The Warriors' win didn't come easy, but now they have a chance to take control at Oracle Arena on Wednesday.

Ameer Tyree

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Curry: Raptors disrespected 'Iggy'

The Raptors were "disrespectful" to Andre Iguodala, according to the Warriors' Stephen Curry.

Dejan Kalinic

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Klay leaves Game 2 with hamstring injury

Klay Thompson will not return in Game 2 after heading to the locker room with left hamstring tightness.

Benyam Kidane

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Warriors even NBA Finals in Toronto

Golden State fell behind early, but came on strong as usual in the third quarter.

Ameer Tyree

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Warriors use big second half to take Game 2

After suffering a nine-point loss to open the series, the Warriors evened the series before it shifts to The Bay.

Gilbert McGregor

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Anunoby active for Game 2

The 21-year-old forward was upgraded to questionable for Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Warriors, but didn't appear in that contest.

Ameer Tyree

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What channel is Warriors vs. Raptors on today? Game 2 time, TV schedule for 2019 NBA Finals

The Raptors look to take a commanding 2-0 lead over the Warriors in the 2019 NBA Finals before leaving Toronto.

Thomas Schlarp

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Kerr provides update on Durant's injury

The Warriors won't practice again until Tuesday, the day before Game 3 of the NBA Finals.

Scott Rafferty

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Anunoby active for Game 2

OG Anunoby averaged 7.0 points, 2.9 rebounds, 0.7 assists and 0.7 steals per game in his sophomore season.

Scott Rafferty

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Game 2 preview: Will Warriors bounce back?

Fred VanVleet was able to contain Stephen Curry in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Will he have the same success in Game 2?

Scott Rafferty

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Updated odds, picks for Game 2

Following a dominant performance in Game 1, the Raptors have opened as favourites to win Game 2 of the 2019 NBA Finals.

Scott Rafferty

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Green, Drake go out to dinner

Green was spotted with Drake at a Toronto restaurant inbetween Finals games.

Chelsea Howard

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Is VanVleet the Curry stopper?

Fred VanVleet received a lot of credit for making Stephen Curry work for his points in Game 1. How was he able to slow the two-time MVP down?

Scott Rafferty

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What did Kawhi have to say ahead of Game 2?

Kawhi Leonard touched on a variety of different topics, including the Warriors defensive approach in Game 1, how the city of Toronto has accepted him, his attitude on the court and how some of his former teammates have helped him in his preparation for big games.

Kyle Irving

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Green on emotional approach: 'I don't want to be Kawhi'

Draymond Green is the heartbeat of the Golden State Warriors, wearing his heart on his sleeve on every possession.

Benyam Kidane

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Sights and sounds from Game 1

The Toronto Raptors crowd was rocking outside Scotiabank Arena for Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

Tom Read

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Kawhi, Nurse praise Gasol's impact

"Him being able to orchestrate the offense at the top of the key, able to shoot the three, it helps everybody," Leonard said of Gasol ahead of Game 2.

Leandro Fernández

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Thompson: 'We're never going to doubt ourselves'

"It's first to four, not first to one," Thompson said. "So still a lot of basketball to be played."

Leandro Fernández

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Leonard praises Raptors' season

"If you walk through the city or if I'm with one of my teammates, they show them a lot of love as well," Leonard said.

Ameer Tyree

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Warriors learn important lesson in Game 1 loss: 'It's not Kawhi Leonard — it's the Raptors'

Warriors head coach Steve Kerr dared all of the Raptors not named Kawhi Leonard to beat his Warriors. Toronto's role players came through in a Game 1 victory at Scotiabank Arena.

Sean Deveney

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Green explains exchange with Drake

Warriors Draymond Green and the rapper exchanged words after Golden State's 118-109 loss in Game 1 on Thursday.

Chelsea Howard

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Draymond on Drake: 'I don't mind it. It's fun for me'

Draymond Green and Drake exchanged words following the Raptors' Game 1 win, but the Warriors forward has no hard feelings toward the music icon.

Kyle Irving

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Anunoby could play in Game 2

The small forward has not played since April 12 following an appendectomy.

Micah Adams

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Durant out for Game 2

"Kevin is not going to play Sunday," Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said on Friday. "I guess we've been sort of holding out hope, but I might as well just say it now."

Scott Rafferty

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Iguodala expected to play in Game 2

Iguodala came up hobbling after scoring with under two minutes remaining in regulation of Game 1 and was subbed out for the remainder of the game a few plays later.

Gilbert McGregor

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Takeaways: Siakam shines as Raptors win Game 1

Pascal Siakam scored a postseason career-high 32 points to lead the way while Danny Green seemingly emerged from his shooting slump as the Raptors take a 1-0 Finals lead with a nine-point win over the defending champs.

Gilbert McGregor

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Nurse says Raptors have work to do

The Raptors won Game 1 despite off-nights by Kawhi Leonard and Kyle Lowry, thanks to the spectacular play of forward Pascal Siakam.

Arthur Weinstein

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Andre Iguodala injury update

Andre Iguodala left Game 1 with a leg injury late in the game.

Thomas Lott

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Cousins 'felt good' in return

Cousins said it was an "incredible feeling" to be out on the floor where he finished with two assists, two steals and three points.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Durant to return in NBA Finals

Durant has been out since straining his calf in Golden State's Game 5 win over the Rockets in the second round.

Travis Durkee

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Kawhi: Warriors stars only human

The two-time defending NBA champions fell 118-109 to the Toronto Raptors in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday.

Patric Ridge

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Raptors' NBA Finals debut represents much more than basketball for Toronto sports fans

The collective vibe surrounding the Raptors right now has not only brought together the city of Toronto, but also represents what it means to be Canadian.

Jenn Smith

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Pascal Siakam’s Game 1 by numbers

Siakam finished with a playoff career-high 32 points, eight rebounds, five assists and two blocks to give the Raptors a 118-109 win.

Chelsea Howard

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Drake covers up Warriors tattoos as he roots for the Raptors in the NBA Finals

Raptors superfan Drake gets along with the Warriors players, but he is hiding his support during the 2019 NBA Finals.

Jordan Heck

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Kevin Durant, Joel Embiid and more NBA stars hear from haters as part of Jimmy Kimmel's 'Mean Tweets'

Ahead of Game 1 of the 2019 NBA Finals, Jimmy Kimmel shared an NBA version of his popular "Mean Tweets" segment.

Jordan Greer

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NBA Finals 2019: Drake gets into verbal exchange with Draymond Green

Drake appeared to be in a playful mood after the Raptors' Game 1 win, but Warriors forward Draymond Green wasn't ready to deal with his antics.

Jordan Greer

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Warriors vs. Raptors results: Pascal Siakam powers Toronto to NBA Finals Game 1 win

Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights from Game 1 between the Raptors and Warriors. Follow the 2019 NBA Finals here.

Drew Nantais

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What are the Raptors, Warriors saying about Siakam's performance?

Pascal Siakam was the best player on the floor in Game 1 and the coaches and players of both teams competing put that on notice. What were the Raptors and Warriors saying about Siakam after his huge performance?

Kyle Irving

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Game 1 player ratings

Pascal Siakam did it all as the Raptors charged away to claim the opening win of the NBA Finals.

James McKern

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🎥The Tenors perform 'O Canada' ahead of Game 1

With the NBA Finals taking place outside of the United States for the first time in NBA history, vocal group The Tenors set the stage with their rendition of Canada's national anthem.

Gilbert McGregor

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The city of Toronto revels in the moment

From fans queuing outside the Jurassic Park to students wearing the Raptors colours, the city of Toronto is enjoying the NBA Finals frenzy

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Siakam says he has 'room to improve'

In the franchise's first-ever NBA Finals, Pascal Siakam was the key to the Toronto Raptors defeating the Golden State Warriors 118-109 in Game 1.

Yash Matange

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Warriors after Game 1: 'We'll bounce back'

The Golden State Warriors found themselves in unusual territory during Game 1, but they're confident of being able to level the series before leaving Toronto.

James McKern

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Drake, Green exchange words

Draymond Green and noted Raptors fan Drake exchanged words after Toronto's win in Game 1.

Dejan Kalinic

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3 takeaways from Raptors' win

The Raptors got their first-ever win in the NBA Finals with a 118-109 victory over Golden State in Game 1.

Thomas Lott

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Raptors take Game 1

Pascal Siakam was unstoppable in Game 1 on Thursday.

Thomas Lott

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Curry hits 100th 3-pointer of Finals career

Curry reached the 3-pointer landmark in his 23rd career Finals game.

Yash Matange

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NBA Finals 2019: Twitter reacts to Paul Pierce picking Toronto in 6

The former NBA player's track record at picking series this postseason isn't great, and the internet didn't let him forget that when he made his Finals pick.

Drew Nantais

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Raptors earn first NBA Finals win, lead 1-0

The Raptors are 1-for-1 in NBA Finals games! Toronto has taken Game 1, 118-109 over the Warriors. Pascal Siakam's stellar performance, the Raptors' depth and a rocking home crowd played a role in the franchise's first ever NBA Finals victory

Kyle Irving

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Cousins active for Game 1

The four-time All-Star has been sidelined since April 15 with a torn left quadriceps muscle.

Scott Rafferty

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What channel is Raptors vs. Warriors on today? Game 1 time, TV schedule for 2019 NBA Finals

The Warriors meet the Raptors in Game 1 of the 2019 NBA Finals on Thursday. Here's everything you need to know to tune in.

Drew Nantais

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Debating biggest keys to Warriors-Raptors

It's an NBA Finals matchup of historic proportions as Toronto makes its first appearance in franchise history while Golden State is making its fifth straight appearance. With plenty on the line, our NBA.com Staff provides a look at the biggest things to watch for in the series.

NBA.com Staff

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NBA Finals preview

Can Kawhi Leonard keep it up? Does Toronto's 2-0 record in the regular season series matter? Will Kevin Durant return for the Warriors? What are the historical implications for Golden State? Who are the X-factors to watch out for? Most importantly ... who wins?

Micah Adams

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Uber officially driving Raptors' bandwagon ahead of NBA Finals

The ride-sharing app changed its car icons to the team logo.

Thomas Schlarp

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Ranking every player in the NBA Finals

Is Kawhi Leonard the best player in this series? How do injuries to Kevin Durant and DeMarcus Cousins impact their standing? We ranked every player that figures to play a role in the 2019 NBA Finals from the end of the bench to the biggest and brightest of stars.

Micah Adams

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Do the Raptors actually have a shot?

Why aren't more people picking the Raptors to defeat the Warriors in the NBA Finals? Three of our writers discuss.

NBA.com Staff

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Sights and sounds ahead of Game 1

Even though Game 1 doesn't start until 9:00 p.m., Raptors fans have been lining up to get into Jurassic Park since 6:30 a.m.

Scott Rafferty

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Raptors and Warriors with Finals experience

The Raptors are in the Finals for the first time in franchise history, but they have four players in Kawhi Leonard, Danny Green, Serge Ibaka and Patrick McCaw who have experience on the NBA's biggest stage.

Matias Baldo

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Cousins active for Game 1

Cousins suffered a torn quad in the first round of the playoffs, but is now pain free after missing the majority of the postseason.

Chelsea Howard

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Green explains role without Durant

Green said he has to become more of a "scoring threat" when Durant isn't out on the court.

Chelsea Howard

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3 players who could swing Finals

The Warriors are favored to win their third straight title, but here are three players who could swing the direction of the series.

Ameer Tyree

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How the Warriors can 3-peat

The Warriors have been here before and are considered favorites to win it all, but Toronto won't go down without a fight.

Ameer Tyree

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Warriors vs. Raptors by the numbers

Here’s a breakdown of the NBA Finals between the Warriors and Raptors by the Opta numbers.

E.Jay Zarett

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Fact or fiction for biggest Finals storylines

Is Kawhi Leonard the best player in the series? Should the Raptors be favoured to win Game 1? Will Kevin Durant play in the Finals? All that and more.

NBA.com Staff

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Raptors' strategy with Kawhi Leonard is a victory for load management

It’s not the kind of thing that NBA commissioner Adam Silver wants to hear, but as this NBA Finals series gets underway, Raptors star Kawhi Leonard has given load management a good name.

Sean Deveney

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Siakam is carving his own lane as a star

The parallels between the first three years of their respective careers are hard to ignore but ahead of his first Finals appearance, Siakam has already found a way to establish his own identity as a player.

Gilbert McGregor

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Comparing Kawhi and Jordan

Earlier this week, LA Clippers head coach Doc Rivers declared that "Kawhi is the most like Jordan we've seen." The numbers suggest that he might be just as good as Jordan ... and potentially even better.

Micah Adams

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NBA Finals preview: What to expect from Warriors vs. Raptors

Everything you need to know about the Warriors and Raptors before the 2019 NBA Finals.

Sean Deveney

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Breaking down the biggest matchups

All eyes will be on Kevin Durant vs. Kawhi Leonard and Stephen Curry vs. Kyle Lowry, but the Raptors and Warriors will both need a number of players to step up to win the Finals.

Scott Rafferty

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Odds, picks for Game 1

The Warriors opened the series as 1-point favourites on Vegas Insider, but the line has since shifted in Toronto's favour.

Scott Rafferty

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How Raptors should defend Curry-Draymond combo

Without Kevin Durant, the Curry-Green pick-and-rolls have become Golden State's go-to play in crunch time again. How the Raptors choose to defend it could be the key to gaining a decisive edge on the Warriors.

Scott Rafferty

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What we learned from the Warriors-Raptors regular season series

The Raptors snapped an eight-game losing streak to the Warriors in the 2018-19 regular season, earning an impressive series sweep over the defending champs. Here's how what we learned in those games can impact this Finals matchup.

Gilbert McGregor

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Which player has the most to gain in the Finals?

The Toronto Raptors and Golden State Warriors are set to battle for the NBA title, but which players have the most to gain with a Finals win?

NBA.com Staff

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Green on why he's the best defender

“That will be my mindset as long as I can remember anything — that I am the best ever at what I do,” Green told reporters Wednesday.

E.Jay Zarett

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DeMarcus Cousins is 'pain free’

Cousins continues to be listed as questionable for Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Raptors, coach Steve Kerr told reporters Wednesday.

E.Jay Zarett

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Kevin Durant ‘hasn’t practiced yet’

Durant has already been ruled out for Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Raptors on Thursday.

E.Jay Zarett

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Teams Warriors are out to emulate

As the Warriors attempt to join a select group in NBA history, we look at the teams they are out to emulate by completing the three-peat.

Nicholas McGee

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Cousins questionable, Durant out

Durant will not play in Game 1 against the Raptors while Cousins is questionable, coach Steve Kerr told reporters Monday.

E.Jay Zarett

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NBA Finals tickets in Toronto hot

Costs are higher than ever for Canada's lone contender considering its the first time the championship series will be held outside the U.S.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Green unfazed by slump: 'Just keep shooting'

Danny Green is confident he can bounce back in the NBA Finals, despite his struggles shooting the ball throughout the playoffs.

Benyam Kidane

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Report: Anunoby could return during Finals

Anunoby has been sidelined since April 12 after undergoing an emergency appendectomy.

Benyam Kidane

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Cousins 'questionable' for Game 1, KD ruled out

The Golden State Warriors could receive a boost for Game 1 with the return of DeMarcus Cousins, while Kevin Durant remains sidelined with a calf strain.

Benyam Kidane

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A closer look at the Raptors with Finals experience

Kawhi Leonard, Danny Green, Serge Ibaka and Patrick McCaw have all spent time playing on the league's biggest stage. Take a look at how they did.

Gilbert McGregor

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McCaw explains why he left Warriors

“I could say it was playing time, but I think it was just me being emotional as a kid,” McCaw said.

Ameer Tyree

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NBA Finals: Preview, prediction

The Warriors will play for their third straight championship while the Raptors have a chance to win the first title in franchise history.

E.Jay Zarett

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The Challenges Draymond presents the Raptors

Draymond Green took his game to another level in the Western Conference Finals without Kevin Durant. With Durant missing at least the beginning of the NBA Finals, Green's production on both ends will be crucial to the Warriors winning their third-straight title.

Matthew Blum

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Complete history of the Warriors in the Finals

It's a new year and new Finals opponent for the Golden State Warriors, who seek their third NBA title in as many years. As it makes its 12th appearance, take a look back at the franchise's storied history in the NBA Finals.

Leandro Fernández

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Barkley picks against Warriors

“To answer your question, I’m taking the Toronto Raptors,” Barkley said Saturday on “Inside the NBA.”

E.Jay Zarett

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Raptors could get Anunoby back soon

The second-year wing has been sidelined since undergoing an emergency appendectomy in mid-April.

Ameer Tyree

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NBA Playoff broadcast schedule

We have you covered on the date, time and network of every game throughout the NBA Finals!

NBA.com Staff

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Warriors' Iguodala may retire soon

If Andre Iguodala were to retire after this season he would have a good argument to make the Hall of Fame.

Thomas Lott

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NBA playoffs today 2019: Live scores, TV schedule, updates

Follow Sporting News' hub for the 2019 NBA playoffs, including live updates, scores and a full TV schedule for every playoff game, every night.

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