Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs features the Toronto Raptors facing the Cleveland Cavaliers in Cleveland, where the Raptors historically struggle, holding a 4-12 record in opening playoff games since 2014. The Cavaliers’ Dean Wade is expected to join the starting lineup, significantly impacting their defense and rebounding. For Toronto, Scottie Barnes is set to take on a crucial playmaking role, especially with point guard Immanuel Quickley’s status uncertain, having recorded seven or more assists in eight of his last twelve games.
