For complete coverage of the Raptors’ second round series against the Cleveland Cavaliers, this is the spot. Here is every HQ post related to Round 2, from start to finish — including previews, polls, recaps, and features. Let’s get into it.
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NBA Playoffs 2018: Raptors vs. Cavaliers Round 2 Series Centre
Here he comes. LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers take on the Raptors in Round 2. Here’s the home for all of HQ’s coverage of the series.
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May 11, 2018
Here’s the Raptors’ 2018 Playoff Report Card
Now that we’ve had some time to sit with their defeat in the second round, let’s hand out some grades for everyone on Toronto.
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May 8, 2018
Once the playoff pressure began, who responded best on the Raptors?
We’re ranking the team’s performances in the playoffs — who was up for the pressure, who was not, and everything in between.
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May 8, 2018
Game 4 Turning Point: Jonas sits, Bebe enters, and the Cavs go on a run
It wasn’t a great series for Coach Casey. But no move was more questionable than his decision to put an ice cold Lucas Nogueira on the floor in a close Game 4. The Cavs made him pay.
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May 8, 2018
Five Thoughts on Last Night’s Game 4: Cavaliers 128, Raptors 93
The Raptors showed an embarrassing lack of fight and meekly bowed out of the playoffs to the Cavaliers in four games for the second straight season. Here are five thoughts on the last game of the year.
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May 7, 2018
Cavaliers finish off Raptors in a Game 4 rout, 128-93
A discordant performance by the Raptors sunk them early on, as the Cavaliers played determined and ready for rest.
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May 7, 2018
Raptors vs. Cavaliers Game 4 Thread: Pre-game updates, TV info, and more
Their pride on the line, the Raptors look for a win in Cleveland to extend the series and their season.
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May 7, 2018
Which strategies will we see from the Raptors and Cavaliers in Game 4?
Dwane Casey threw everything at the wall to see which lineup combination would stick, but it was a bit too late. Can he re-create the Raptors’ late-game magic?
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May 7, 2018
Major lineup changes may give the Raptors a chance in Game 4
The Raptors’ coaching staff threw the game plan out the window for Game 3, and it almost worked. Let’s examine what they came up with in its stead, and how it can help in Game 4.
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May 7, 2018
On the Raptors, and being human through disappointment
The Raptors have worked all season, only to have a familiar brick wall hit them. They deserve our empathy.
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May 7, 2018
Raptors play for it all in Game 4 vs. Cavaliers: Preview, start time, and more
The Raptors, with their backs against the wall, must put forth an outstanding effort to beat LeBron James, a master of closeout games.
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May 6, 2018
Game 3 Turning Point: LeBron James shoots the basketball, and it goes through the basketball hoop
Sometimes turning points are very, very obvious.
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May 6, 2018
HQ Overtime Podcast: LeBron buries hustling Raptors in Game 3
They tried harder, but against the King, it feels like there’s nothing you can do.
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May 6, 2018
Five Thoughts on Last Night’s Game 3: Cavaliers 105, Raptors 103
LeBron James ripped Toronto’s heart out once again, and the Cleveland Cavaliers lead the Toronto Raptors 3-0 in their second-round series. Heartbreak is hard, but we’re still coming through with the thoughts.
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May 5, 2018
LeBron’s game-winner ends Raptors comeback, Cavaliers win 105-103
The Raptors showed heart on the road with their season on the line. Mistakes added up, though, and LeBron broke them with a buzzer-beater.
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May 5, 2018
Raptors vs. Cavaliers Game 3 Thread: Pre-game updates, TV info, and more
The series shifts to Cleveland as the Raptors try to give themselves some hope in an 0-2 series.
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May 5, 2018
Which strategies will we see from the Raptors and Cavaliers in Game 3?
Dwane Casey and the Raptors are shook, and LeBron and the Cavaliers are looking comfortable. What can the Raptors do to make this a series?
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May 5, 2018
LeBron James might have broken the Raptors, and you can’t really blame them
LeBron James has busted the Raptors’ spirit ... again.
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May 5, 2018
Raptors seek first win, take on Cavaliers in Game 3: Preview, start time, and more
Down 0-2 and heading to Cleveland, the Raptors must leave it all on the court in a crucial Game 3.
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May 4, 2018
A lesson in basketball losses, and being kept up at night
Apropos of nothing, here’s a little personal reflection on what it feels like to lose basketball game and have it ruin your night.
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May 4, 2018
Watch: Raptors contemplate pride in the NBA and life on LeBron’s home turf
A shell-shocked Raptors team took part in one final media session before departing for Cleveland. They talk about the upcoming trip, playing for "pride" in the NBA, and rejuvenating Serge Ibaka.
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May 4, 2018
Game 2 Turning Point: The charge call that wasn’t, the collapse that very much was
In a game that began much like the first, the Raptors were in control and had a decent lead. But a blocking foul gone wrong, plus a mini-meltdown, gave the Cavs all the life they needed.
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May 4, 2018
LeBron James made the Raptors’ lineup choices in Game 2 irrelevant
The Raptors made some choices with their lineups that didn’t work. But with LeBron James playing at the peak of his powers: does it really matter?
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May 4, 2018
Five Thoughts on Last Night’s Game 2: Cavaliers 128, Raptors 110
With the season on the line, the Toronto Raptors withered and let the Cleveland Cavaliers blow them off of their home court, 128-110. Our thoughts on a debilitating loss.
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May 3, 2018
HQ Overtime Podcast: LeBron reigns while the Raptors flounder
It is a miserable time. Here’s a podcast to decompress.
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May 3, 2018
LeBron James crushes the Raptors in Game 2, 128-110
The game felt close for a half, with Toronto putting up a fight. But then LeBron James decided he’d had enough, and, with the help of Kevin Love, buried the Raptors.