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After a tight contest defined by defense, the Raptors won Game 4, 93-89, to knot things at two.

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If there is a series that will go to seven games in the first round, the Cavs and Raptors may be the most likely. The Cavs took the first two games of the series convincingly, but the Raptors have stormed back in the last two games, with Game 4 being the closest yet.

On the offensive side, the Raptors were not great, but Scottie Barnes was certainly the bright spot. He had 23 points along with 9 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3 blocks. Collin Murray-Boyles also managed a 15-point double-double off the bench.

The No. 4 Cavaliers had a few solid scoring performances in Game 4, but the shooting efficiency was lacking. Donovan Mitchell led the way with 20, but was 6-24 from the floor. Harden saw higher efficiency, going 6-14 from the floor for a total of 19 points.

Looking ahead to the remainder of the series, both teams are looking to find more consistency in their shot selection. The efficiency was a struggle for both sides in Game 4, but there are still at least two games for either side to rectify this.

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Here’s what you need to know about Wednesday’s matchup between the Cavaliers and Raptors, including broadcast information and start time.

What channel is Cavs vs. Raptors on today?

Cavs vs. Raptors Game 5 will be broadcast by ESPN and will stream live on the ESPN app.

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Cavs vs. Raptors start time

Date: Wednesday, April 29

Game 5 of the NBA Playoffs series between the Cavs and Raptors is set to tip off at 7:30 p.m. ET from Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio.

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Cavs vs. Raptors series schedule

Series tied 2-2

Date

Game

Time (ET)

Watch

April 18

Game 1: Cavaliers 126, Raptors 113

April 20

Game 2: Cavaliers 115, Raptors 105

April 23

Game 3: Raptors 126, Cavaliers 104

April 26

Game 4: Raptors 93, Cavaliers 89

April 29

Game 5: Raptors at Cavaliers

7:30 p.m.

ESPN, ESPN appDIRECTV

May 1

Game 6: Cavaliers at Raptors

TBA

TBA

May 3

Game 7: Raptors at Cavaliers*

TBA

TBA

* If necessary

NBA Playoffs bracket 2026

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NBA Playoffs schedule, key dates for 2026

Here are the key dates to know for the NBA Playoffs and offseason.

Event

Dates

Play-In Tournament

April 14-17

First round begins

April 18

Conference semifinals begin

May 4*

NBA Draft Lottery

May 10

Eastern Conference finals begin

May 19*

Western Conference finals begin

May 20*

NBA Finals begin

June 3

NBA Finals Game 7 (if necessary)

June 19

NBA Draft

June 23-24

* Can move up depending on earlier series

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