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Allen vs. Poeltl scramble for the ball, and Mobley got the ballMitchell received an assist from Harden and hit a layup
Barrett made a pass error and the ball was stolen by AllenMitchell dribbled out of bounds and made a mistakeBarnes stepped on the line and made a mistake in passingMobley made a mistake in passing and the ball was stolen by IngramBarnes missed a two-point layupWade defensive reboundsWalter committed a personal foulWalter committed a personal foulWade received an assist from Mobley and hit a three-pointerBarnes received an assist from Poeltl and hit a three-point shotBarrett fouled on a shotHarden made three free throws, the first of which was a free throwHarden missed his second free throwThe Cavaliers got offensive reboundsThe Raptors made a substitution, and Shedd came on to replace WalterHarden hit his third free throwIngram missed a pull-up jumperMobley defensive reboundsMitchell missed a three-point shotIngram defensive reboundAllen fouled on a shotBarrett made two free throws, the first of which was hitBarrett hit his second free throwMobley's turning jumper was blocked by BarnesThe Cavaliers got offensive reboundsWade's three-point jumper was blocked by PoeltlThe Cavaliers got offensive reboundsThe Cavaliers had 24 seconds to commit a foulIngram scored on a breakaway layupBarnes committed a personal foulMobley missed a three-point shotAllen offensive reboundAllen hit a two-point shotIngram made a mistake in passing and the ball was stolen by WadeWade made a quick stop and missed a long jumperIngram defensive reboundBarrett received an assist from Barnes and hit a three-point shotPoeltl fouled on a shotMobley made two free throws, the first of which missedThe Cavaliers got offensive reboundsMobley hit his second free throwBarnes received an assist from Shedd and hit a three-point shotBarnes shot foulThe Raptors took a long timeoutThe Raptors made a substitution, and Mamukelashvili came on to replace BarnesThe Cavaliers made a substitution, and Strus came on to replace MitchellMobley made two free throws, the first of which was hitMobley hit his second free throwBarrett received an assist from Poeltl and hit a three-point shotHarden missed a three-point stoppage jumperThe Raptors got defensive reboundsThe Cavaliers made a substitution, and Merrill came on to replace MobleyBarrett received an assist from Shedd and hit a three-point shotThe Raptors made a substitution, and Murray Boyles came on to replace PoeltlHarden vs. Shedd scramble for the ball, and Barrett got the ballHarden lost the ball and the ball was stolen by ShedderMurray Boyles received an assist from Ingram and hit a two-point shotStrus missed a three-point shotWade offensive reboundHarden stepped back and missed a three-point jumperWade offensive reboundAllen received an assist from Strus and dunkedMamukelashvili made a mistake in passing and the ball was stolen by AllenHarden hit a long jumperBarrett drifted and missed the shotStrus defensive reboundWade missed a three-point shotMerrill offensive reboundIngram fouled on a shotAllen made two free throws, the first of which was hitThe Raptors made a substitution, and Barnes came on to replace Mamu KairashviliThe Cavaliers made a substitution, and Mitchell came on to replace HardenThe Cavaliers made a substitution, and Schroder came on to replace WadeAllen hit his second free throwBarnes hit a two-point shotAllen offensive foulAllen made an offensive foul turnoverThe Raptors made a substitution, and Battle came on to replace BarrettThe Knights made a substitution, and Mobley came on to replace AllenIngram hit a two-point shotFive seconds violatedMurray Boyles received an assist from Barnes and hit a layupSchroder dribbled out of bounds and made a mistakeThe knight chief pausedShedd stepped on the line and made a mistakeSchroder made a mistake in passing and the ball was stolen by ShedderMurray Boyles conceded the ball on a mistake and the ball was stolen by MobleySchroder made a mistake in the pass and the ball was stolen by IngramIngram missed a two-point jumperSchroder defensive reboundSchroder received an assist from Mobley and hit a three-point shotShedd received an assist from Barnes and hit a layupMitchell hit a three-pointerThe Raptors made a substitution, and Walter came on to replace IngramThe Raptors made a substitution, and Barrett came on to replace ShedBarnes hit a step-back jumperMitchell missed a step-back jumperBarnes defensive reboundBarrett missed a two-point jumperMitchell defensive reboundMitchell missed a hasty long-range shotThe Cavaliers got offensive rebounds
The first quarter endsThe Toronto Raptors delivered a commanding performance at Scotiabank Arena, dismantling the Cleveland Cavaliers with a decisive 126-104 victory on April 24, 2026.
Match Overview
In a game that showcased the Raptors' depth and home-court dominance, Toronto never trailed after the opening minutes. The final score reflected a balanced offensive attack and a stifling defensive effort that held the Cavaliers to just 42% shooting from the field. With the win, Toronto improved its standing in the Eastern Conference playoff race, sending a clear message to potential postseason opponents.
Key Moments
- First quarter surge: Toronto opened with a 34-24 lead, fueled by fast-break points and aggressive rim pressure.
- Second quarter separation: A 15-4 run midway through the second quarter pushed the lead to 20 points, forcing Cleveland to call an early timeout.
- Fourth quarter response: The Cavaliers cut the deficit to 12 with eight minutes remaining, but Toronto answered with back-to-back three-pointers to restore order.
Tactical Story
The Raptors' game plan centered on attacking Cleveland's interior defense and limiting second-chance opportunities. Toronto outrebounded the Cavaliers 52-40 and scored 58 points in the paint compared to Cleveland's 42. Defensively, the Raptors rotated effectively on the perimeter, forcing the Cavaliers into contested mid-range jumpers and holding them to just 9-of-28 from three-point range.
Standout Players
- Toronto's backcourt tandem combined for 55 points and 14 assists, leading the fast break and dictating the tempo.
- Toronto's frontcourt: Two forwards posted double-doubles, dominating the glass and protecting the rim with six blocked shots.
- Cleveland's star guard managed 28 points and 8 assists, but received insufficient support as only one other teammate scored in double figures.
Season and Playoff Impact
The victory reinforced Toronto's reputation as one of the league's toughest home venues, with Scotiabank Arena remaining a fortress in the 2025-26 campaign. For the Cavaliers, the loss was a setback in their pursuit of home-court advantage in the first round. Both teams now turn their attention to the final stretch of the regular season, where every game carries significant weight in the Eastern Conference standings.
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