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RJ Barrett RJ Barrett hits game-winner, scores 24 points
Fri, May 1, 2026, 4:47 PM
NBA
RJ Barrett accounted for 24 points (8-of-21 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), nine rebounds, three assists, one steal and four three-pointers in Friday's Game 6 win over the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Barrett didn't have his best game on Friday, but he made the big shot that forced a Game 7. While it wasn't as dramatic as Kawhi Leonard's series-clincher against the 76ers in 2019, many fans held their breath as Barrett's three-point attempt in the final seconds of overtime bounced high off the heel of the rim before falling through the hoop. Even with the poor shooting in Game 6, Barrett has been solid throughout this series. The Raptors will look to win Game 7 in Cleveland, with the home team having won each of the first six games of the series. |
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Scottie Barnes Scottie Barnes records 25 points, 14 assists
Fri, May 1, 2026, 4:46 PM
Scottie Barnes finished Friday's Game 6 win over the Cavaliers with 25 points (11-of-21 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), seven rebounds, 14 assists, three steals and three blocks.
Analysis: Barnes' 14th assist of Game 6 was his most important, as a pass to RJ Barrett led to a three-pointer that gave Toronto a 112-110 lead with 1.2 seconds remaining in overtime. That shot would stand as the game-winner, sending the series back to Cleveland for a Game 7 on Sunday. Barnes, who finished Game 6 three rebounds shy of a triple-double, has been the best player in this series so far. And another performance like the one he produced on Friday will give Toronto a shot at advancing. |
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Jamal Shead TOR starts Shead, Walter, Barrett, Barnes, Poeltl
Fri, May 1, 2026, 1:08 PM
NBA Lineups
Jamal Shead, Ja'Kobe Walter, RJ Barrett, Scottie Barnes and Jakob Poeltl will start Friday's Game 6 against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: With their season on the line, the Raptors will play Game 6 without the injured Brandon Ingram (heel). He has been replaced in the lineup by Shead, who contributed 18 points and seven assists in Wednesday's Game 5 defeat. At a minimum, the Raptors will need increased production from Shead and Walter if they're to extend the series to a decisive Game 7 on Sunday. |
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Brandon Ingram Brandon Ingram (heel) downgraded to out for Game 6
Fri, May 1, 2026, 11:49 AM
Josh Lewenberg
Brandon Ingram (heel) is out for Friday's Game 6 against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Ingram, who had to exit Game 5 during the second quarter with right heel inflammation, will miss what could be the Raptors' final game of the season. A.J. Lawson started the second half of Game 5 but only played two minutes, with Jamal Shead receiving the lion's share of the available playing time. Either one could find themselves in the starting lineup for Game 6. |
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Brandon Ingram Brandon Ingram (heel) downgraded to doubtful
Fri, May 1, 2026, 9:26 AM
NBA Injury Report
Brandon Ingram (heel) has been downgraded to doubtful for Friday's Game 6 against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Ingram had to leave Game 5 early with heel inflammation, and the injury is serious enough that it will likely keep him sidelined for the do-or-die Game 6 at Scotiabank Arena. With Ingram expected to sit out on Friday, Jamal Shead could enter the starting lineup, and A.J. Lawson could pick up some additional minutes. |
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Scottie Barnes Scottie Barnes (quad) absent from injury report
Thu, Apr 30, 2026, 11:09 AM
Scottie Barnes (quad) is not on the injury report for Friday's Game 6 against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Barnes played through a right quad contusion that he suffered during the second quarter of Wednesday's Game 5 defeat. Following the game, he said that he'll be fine for Game 6, and the Raptors have not even included Barnes on the initial injury report. With Toronto's season on the line, Barnes will take on his usual workload, if not exceed it. |
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Brandon Ingram Brandon Ingram (heel) questionable for Game 6
Thu, Apr 30, 2026, 11:01 AM
Ian Finlayson
Brandon Ingram (heel) is questionable for Friday's Game 6 against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Ingram exited Wednesday's Game 5 defeat with a right heel injury that the Raptors are now describing as inflammation. While A.J. Lawson entered the lineup to begin the third quarter, he only played two minutes, with fellow reserve Jamal Shead logging 34 minutes. If Ingram can't play on Friday, Lawson could start, but Shead stands to benefit more in terms of playing time. |
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Jamal Shead Jamal Shead drops 18 points, seven dimes in Game 5
Wed, Apr 29, 2026, 4:32 PM
Jamal Shead accounted for 18 points (7-of-15 FGs), one rebound, seven assists, two steals and four three-pointers in Wednesday's Game 5 loss to the Cavaliers.
Analysis: After scoring 17 points in the series opener, Shead totaled eight points on 3-of-14 shooting in the three games that followed. Like Ja'Kobe Walter, who put up 20 points in Game 5, Shead needed a positive showing on Wednesday. The 18 points are a playoff career-high for the second-year guard, who also tallied a new high in assists. Shead's 34 minutes received a boost due to Brandon Ingram (heel) exiting during the second quarter, and he'll likely log heavy minutes in Game 6 if BI can't go. |
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Scottie Barnes Scottie Barnes (quad) posts 17 points, 11 assists
Wed, Apr 29, 2026, 4:31 PM
Eric Koreen
Scottie Barnes (quad) recorded 17 points (6-of-16 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), eight rebounds, 11 assists, one steal and three blocks in Wednesday's Game 5 loss to the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Barnes may have recorded his second double-double of the series on Wednesday, but the Raptors' star was not his usual self. He took a hit to the right quad during the second quarter and was hobbled the rest of the way, gutting out 39 minutes. When asked about the injury after the defeat, Barnes made it clear that he'll be ready for Game 6 on Friday. The Raptors need a win to extend the series to a decisive Game 7, which would be played on Sunday in Cleveland. |
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RJ Barrett RJ Barrett scores game-high 25 points in Game 5
Wed, Apr 29, 2026, 4:30 PM
RJ Barrett tallied 25 points (9-of-19 FGs, 5-of-9 FTs), 12 rebounds, five assists and two three-pointers in Wednesday's Game 5 loss to the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Barrett continues to produce for the Raptors, having scored at least 22 points in four of the first five games of this series. While his contributions in Game 5 weren't enough to send Toronto home with a 3-2 lead, they did keep Toronto in the mix until Cleveland clamped down defensively in the fourth quarter. How much more the Raptors need from Barrett in Friday's Game 6 will depend on Brandon Ingram's availability (heel), as he left Game 5 in the second quarter and did not return. |
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Brandon Ingram Brandon Ingram (heel) will not return Wednesday
Wed, Apr 29, 2026, 2:42 PM
Blake Murphy
Brandon Ingram (heel) will not return to Wednesday's Game 5 against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Ingram played 11 minutes in Game 5 before aggravating a right heel injury that he's been dealing with for a few weeks. The initial plan was to retape the foot, but the soreness was too much for the veteran wing to play through. Ja'Kobe Walter, who started and has already made five three-pointers, takes on added importance, as will Jamal Shead. |
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Brandon Ingram Brandon Ingram scores 23 points Sunday vs. Cavs
Sun, Apr 26, 2026, 10:24 AM
Brandon Ingram notched 23 points (6-of-23 FGs, 8-of-9 FTs), six rebounds, two blocks and three three-pointers in the win over the Cavaliers on Sunday.
Analysis: A late second-quarter flurry and an important three-pointer late in the fourth quarter meant that despite his offensive struggles, at least his contributions came at pivotal moments. Ingram didn't tally any assists, meaning his impact on offense was mostly as a scorer. He'll have another chance to find his rhythm on Wednesday in Game 5. |
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Scottie Barnes Scottie Barnes has 23/9/6/1/3 line in Game 4 win
Sun, Apr 26, 2026, 10:18 AM
Scottie Barnes totaled 23 points (6-of-15 FGs, 11-of-14 FTs), nine rebounds, six assists, one steal and three blocks in the win over the Cavaliers on Sunday.
Analysis: Both teams struggled to score in Sunday's contest, but behind Barnes' 23 points, the Raptors did just enough to win and even the series. The fifth-year forward earned nearly half of his points total at the charity stripe, with the remainder coming inside the three-point line. He tallied more rebounds and assists than any other Raptors player and was impactful on the defensive end of the floor. Now tied at two games apiece, the series flips back to Cleveland for Game 5, where Barnes will look to lead his team to a third straight victory. |
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A.J. Lawson A.J. Lawson (back) available Sunday for Game 4
Sun, Apr 26, 2026, 6:47 AM
Esfandiar Baraheni
A.J. Lawson (back) is available to play in Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Lawson's availability will provide Toronto with perimeter depth. He's played in all three games thus far in the playoffs, totaling 21 minutes and one made field goal. |
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A.J. Lawson A.J. Lawson (back) questionable for Game 4 vs. CLE
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 10:09 AM
Blake Murphy
A.J. Lawson (back) is questionable for Sunday's Game 4 against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Lawson, who played just two minutes in Thursday's Game 3 win over the Cavaliers, is dealing with back spasms. His availability does not significantly affect the Raptors' perimeter rotation, even with Immanuel Quickley out for the rest of the series. |
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Immanuel Quickley Quickley (hamstring) to miss rest of first round
Fri, Apr 24, 2026, 10:53 AM
Tommy Beer
Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) will miss the rest of the Raptors' first round series against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Quickley isn't going to play at all in the Raptors' first round series against the Cavaliers. The 26-year-old point guard suffered a hamstring injury during the regular season finale and missed the first three games of the series. Now Quickley has been ruled out for the rest of the series after having a setback during the rehab process. His absence remains a major blow to the Raptors and a break for the Cavaliers. |
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Scottie Barnes Scottie Barnes drops 33 points, 11 dimes in Game 3
Thu, Apr 23, 2026, 5:25 PM
Scottie Barnes tallied 33 points (11-of-17 FGs, 8-of-10 FTs), five rebounds, 11 assists, one steal, one block and three three-pointers in Thursday's win over the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Barnes put on an offensive clinic on Thursday. In his 35 minutes, he tallied double-digit assists and only one turnover, while using a trio of three-point shots to help efficiently match RJ Barrett's 33 points. Barnes was solid on the glass and collected a couple of stocks in the process, leaving him with a well-rounded performance in the win. He'll look to land similar production on Sunday in Game 4. |
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RJ Barrett RJ Barrett hangs 33 points, six triples in Game 3
Thu, Apr 23, 2026, 5:17 PM
RJ Barrett tallied 33 points (12-of-19 FGs, 3-of-7 FTs), five rebounds, five assists, two steals, one block and six three-pointers in the win over the Cavaliers on Thursday.
Analysis: Barrett tied a team-high in points on Thursday, thanks to his sensational shooting from beyond the arc ??" the seventh-year guard out of Duke nearly accounted for half of his team's 14 three-pointers. Some of his biggest impacts came in the fourth quarter, when he converted all six of his shot attempts for 16 points, ultimately helping Toronto blow the game open and cruise to a victory. The Raptors will continue to lean on Barrett on the offensive end throughout the series. |
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Immanuel Quickley Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) out again vs. Cavs
Thu, Apr 23, 2026, 12:26 PM
Chris Fedor
Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) will miss Game 3 on Thursday against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Quickley's 2025-26 playoff debut remains on hold, as the Raptors look to avoid falling behind three games on Thursday. Jamal Shead has filled in as Quickley's replacement in the starting unit over the first two games against Cleveland; he could remain there in Game 3. |
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Immanuel Quickley Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) questionable Thurs.
Wed, Apr 22, 2026, 11:14 AM
NBA Injury Report
Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) is questionable for Thursday's Game 3 against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Quickley did not play in the first two games of this series, and the Raptors missed him dearly. Jamal Shead has been the replacement in the starting lineup, but Quickley's presence helps unlock Brandon Ingram offensively. With Ingram struggling in the first two games, getting Quickley back on the floor could be huge for Toronto. |
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