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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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Brandon Ingram Brandon Ingram struggles in Game 2 defeat
Mon, Apr 20, 2026, 3:43 PM
Josh Lewenberg
Brandon Ingram notched seven points (3-of-15 FGs), four rebounds, three assists, one steal and one three-pointer in Monday's Game 2 loss to the Cavaliers.
Analysis: The good news for Ingram in Game 2 is that he got more shots than he did in Saturday's series opener. The bad was that he struggled mightily, shooting 20 percent from the field. Even a marginally better version of Ingram would have been enough to give the Raptors a chance to steal Game 2, much less the All-Star version the team received for most of the regular season. It goes without saying that Ingram must be better if Toronto is to have a chance of winning this series. Game 3 is on Thursday in Toronto. |
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Scottie Barnes Scottie Barnes leads Raptors with 26 points
Mon, Apr 20, 2026, 3:42 PM
Scottie Barnes recorded 26 points (11-of-19 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, five assists, two steals, one block and one three-pointer in Monday's Game 2 loss to the Cavaliers.
Analysis: While Barnes scored 21 points in Game 1, he was also responsible for five of the Raptors' 17 turnovers. He committed four more turnovers in Game 2 but shot the ball better, making over 50 percent of his attempts from the field. If the Raptors are to win this series, they may need more from Barnes defensively, as starting center Jakob Poeltl has struggled and did not play at all in the second half of Monday's defeat. Barnes is certainly a capable defender, but Evan Mobley is a challenging matchup. |
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RJ Barrett RJ Barrett records 22 points, nine rebounds
Mon, Apr 20, 2026, 3:42 PM
RJ Barrett amassed 22 points (10-of-13 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), nine rebounds and five assists in Monday's Game 2 loss to the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Give Barrett credit, as he has been one of the bright spots for the Raptors in this series. After tallying 24 points in Game 1, he put up an efficient 22 on Monday along with solid rebound and assist numbers. With no Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) and Brandon Ingram struggling, Barrett's play has not been enough to get Toronto on the board in this series. They'll look to change that in Game 3 on Thursday. |
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Immanuel Quickley Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) downgraded to out
Mon, Apr 20, 2026, 11:42 AM
Esfandiar Baraheni
Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) is out for Monday's Game 2 against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Quickley will miss a second consecutive playoff game as he recovers from a strained right hamstring. Jamal Shead started Saturday's series-opening defeat, and Quickley's absence factored into Brandon Ingram only attempting nine shots in Game 1. For Toronto to have any chance of winning Game 2, they need Ingram to be more involved as a scorer than he was on Saturday. |
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Immanuel Quickley Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) questionable vs. CLE
Sun, Apr 19, 2026, 11:05 AM
NBA Injury Report
Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) is questionable for Monday's Game 2 against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Quickley suffered a strained right hamstring during the Raptors' regular-season finale and did not play in Saturday's series-opening loss to the Cavaliers. If he's able to return for Game 2, Jamal Shead would be bumped to the bench. Quickley's return would also be good news for Brandon Ingram, who only attempted nine shots in Game 1. |
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Jamal Shead Jamal Shead has 17 points, five threes in Game 1
Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 10:13 AM
Jamal Shead had 17 points (6-of-11 FGs, 0-of-1 FTs), one rebound, two assists and five three-pointers in Saturday's Game 1 loss to the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Shead replaced Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) in the starting lineup for Game 1 against the Cavaliers on Saturday. The 23-year-old point guard gave the Raptors a spark with 17 points and five three-pointers. Quickley is said to be improving and could return later in the series, but Shead did about as well as the Raptors could've hoped in his Game 1 spot start. |
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Scottie Barnes Barnes has 21 points, seven assists in Game 1 loss
Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 10:07 AM
Scottie Barnes had 21 points (6-of-14 FGs, 6-of-9 FTs), one rebound, seven assists and three three-pointers in Saturday's Game 1 loss to the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Barnes had 21 points on 14 attempts from the field and three three-pointers. The 24-year-old small forward also had seven assists, but he also had five turnovers. Barnes was a game-worst -22 in his 32 minutes on the floor. The Raptors will need Barnes to take better care of the ball if they're going to make this a series. |
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