Everything from previews, recaps, stats and strategies, podcasts, and even a few history lessons — it’s all here in our HQ for the Raptors vs. Magic opening round series of the 2019 NBA Playoffs. Get caught up!
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2019 NBA Playoffs: Toronto Raptors vs. Orlando Magic Round 1 HQ
Here’s the home for everything you need to know about the Raptors’ opening round series against the Orlando Magic in the 2019 NBA Playoffs.
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April 27, 2019
Three Questions from the Raptors: An Orlando Series Retrospective
After a largely one-sided series, we spoke to the Orlando Pinstriped Post to hear a Magic fan’s perspective on how the series went down.
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April 25, 2019
Finally, a Raptors team worth being obnoxiously confident about
With their convincing round one win in the 2019 NBA Playoffs, the Raptors proved themselves to be very much worthy of your belief.
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April 24, 2019
Toronto Temperature: Game 5 Norman Powell and Kyle Lowry lead a hot week
The Raptors found their groove this week, accomplishing a clean 3-0 sweep and ousting the Magic from the 2019 NBA Playoffs. Now here come the 76ers. But first, it’s time to take the Temperature.
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April 24, 2019
Game 5 Analysis: The Raptors were already looking ahead to the next round
There wasn’t much to glean from Toronto’s blowout Game 5 over the Orlando Magic. So let’s take a brief glimpse ahead to what awaits: the Philadelphia 76ers.
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April 24, 2019
Listen to That’s A Rap #17: Post-Game 5 vs. Magic Reaction
The Raptors got things done in resounding fashion in Game 5 against the Orlando Magic. Join That’s a Rap to celebrate for a bit, and then let’s look ahead to the second round.
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April 24, 2019
Five thoughts on last night’s Game 5: Raptors 115, Magic 96
The Raptors just won a playoff series with ease. Have the playoff demons been exorcised?
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April 23, 2019
Raptors bury the Magic 115-96, clinching the series win easily in Game 5
With the 115-96 Game 5 win, Toronto is moving on to the second round of the 2019 NBA Playoffs. And you know what? It was an entirely stress-free experience.
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April 23, 2019
Raptors vs. Magic Game 5 Thread: Updates, TV info, and more
For the first time in franchise history, the Raptors could win a playoff series in fewer than six games. That’s right, it’s time for Game 5 of Orlando vs. Toronto. Let’s watch.
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April 23, 2019
Tactical Issues: How will the Raptors and Magic adjust in Game 5?
The Toronto Raptors cruised to a Game 4 win behind Kawhi’s excellent two-way performance, but is that the only reason they won? The Magic got going early, but weren’t able to sustain it, and we might know why.
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April 23, 2019
Three Questions from the Raptors ahead of Game 5 vs. the Orlando Magic
After a dominant Game 4, we spoke to the Orlando Pinstriped Post before the Raptors look to take the series on their home court.
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April 23, 2019
Game 4 Analysis: The Raptors have solved the Magic
The Raptors continue to put the pressure on their overmatched opponent, the Orlando Magic. And for their efforts, they’ve taken a 3-1 series lead. It’s feels routine, but it’s a nice change for Toronto.
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April 23, 2019
Raptors aim to finish off the Magic in Game 5: Preview, start time, and more
With a commanding series lead in hand, the Raptors will look to maintain momentum and finish off a reeling Orlando squad in tonight’s Game 5 in Toronto.
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April 22, 2019
Forgotten Raptors Playoffs: The 2002 Corliss Williamson Revenge Tour
Chris Childs forgot the score, but Corliss "Big Nasty" Williamson was the real difference-maker in Detroit’s series against the Raptors.
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April 22, 2019
Game 4 Turning Point: Kawhi’s two-way mastery drives Raptors’ breakout
After dealing with the flu, Kawhi Leonard came into Game 4 as a question mark. He erased all doubt midway through the second quarter after making a handful of big plays to bury the Magic.
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April 22, 2019
Listen to That’s A Rap #16: Post-Game 4 vs. Magic Reaction
The Raptors pull out another impressive victory over the Magic, pushing Orlando to the brink of elimination in the first round.
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April 22, 2019
Five thoughts on last night’s Game 4: Raptors 107, Magic 85
Playoff Kawhi is real, and he’s a Toronto Raptor.
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April 21, 2019
Raptors control Game 4 in Orlando, win 107-85
Kawhi Leonard scored 34, as a hot shooting night powered the Raptors to a 3-1 series lead.
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April 21, 2019
Raptors vs. Magic Game 4 Thread: Updates, TV info, and more
The Raptors are still in Orlando, but they’ve got a 2-1 series lead over the Magic. Can they put this one out of reach or will they... do their usual thing? Let’s watch.
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April 21, 2019
Three Questions from the Raptors ahead of Game 4 vs. the Orlando Magic
After a close Game 3, we spoke to the Orlando Pinstriped Post to hear a Magic-oriented take heading into Game 4.
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April 21, 2019
Tactical Issues: How will the Raptors and Magic adjust in Game 4?
Has Orlando Magic solved their problem with Vucevic vs. Gasol? How did Siakam erupt for 30 points? Should the Raptors "bench" their problem? We dive into some Game 4 tactics.
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April 21, 2019
Raptors look for another win in Orlando for Game 4: Preview, start time, and more
The Raptors have a chance to take the first commanding 3-1 lead they’ve ever had in a playoff series. It’s almost time for Game 4 against the Magic in Orlando.
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April 20, 2019
Game 3 Turning Point: The Raptors put together a 16-0 run to take control
There was the Lowry hustle play late, but the real turning point in Game 3 came when the Raptors re-asserted themselves over the Magic in the third and took control of the game.
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April 20, 2019
Game 3 Analysis: Pascal Siakam carries the weight for Toronto
Despite a couple of close calls, the Raptors hung on in Orlando to win Game 3 against the Magic. And the story this time has to be the superlative play of Pascal Siakam.
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April 20, 2019
Listen to That’s A Rap #15: Post-Game 3 vs. Magic Reaction
When the best player in the series is battling the flu, it’s good to know the Raptors have the second-best player to step up.
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April 20, 2019
Five thoughts on last night’s Game 3: Raptors 98, Magic 93
A struggling Kawhi Leonard and an unfriendly whistle conspired to keep the Magic in the game, but Pascal Siakam was too much for the Magic.