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The Cleveland Cavaliers likely didn't envision their series against the Toronto Raptors going the distance when they won the first two games handily, but Canada's team won all three of its home games to bring the clash down to one final matchup.
The Cavaliers nearly ended the series on the road in Game 6, storming back in the fourth quarter and leading late in overtime, but a miraculous bounce on a shot from RJ Barrett propelled Toronto to a win. The Raptors will need to win in Cleveland to ensure their home fans can see more playoff games this season.
The health of Brandon Ingram is a key storyline to monitor, as he missed Toronto's Game 6 win, but the Raptors have proven they can scratch and claw their way to wins even when shorthanded.
Here’s what to know to prepare for Game 7 between the Cavaliers and Raptors.
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When is Cavs-Raptors Game 7?
- Date: Sunday, May 3
Game 7 between the Cavaliers and Raptors will be played on Sunday, May 3.
What time is Cavs-Raptors Game 7?
- Date: Sunday, May 3
- Time: 7:30pm ET
The Cavaliers will host Game 7 against the Raptors at 7:30 p.m. ET from Rocket Arena on Sunday. It will be the NBA's second Game 7 of the day, with the Magic and Pistons facing off four hours earlier.
What channel is Cavs-Raptors Game 7 on?
- TV Channel: NBC
- Live stream: Peacock
NBC and Peacock will have the broadcast of Game 7, after ABC airs Magic vs. Pistons earlier in the day. Mike Tirico is calling the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, but he should be available for Sunday's first-round finale.
Cavs vs. Raptors scores, results
- Game 1: Cavaliers 126, Raptors 113
- Game 2: Cavaliers 115, Raptors 105
- Game 3: Raptors 126, Cavaliers 104
- Game 4: Raptors 93, Cavaliers 89
- Game 5: Cavaliers 125, Raptors 120
- Game 6: Raptors 112, Cavaliers 110 (OT)
- Game 7: Cavaliers vs. Raptors
The home team has won every game in this series, which bodes well for the Cavaliers in Game 7. Cleveland led Game 6 right down to the final seconds of overtime but fell after RJ Barrett hit a game-winning 3-pointer that bounced up and in. If Barrett and the Raptors want to advance, they will have to win on the road for the first time in the series.
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