NBA Finals 2019: Kawhi Leonard revels in Raptors' success
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA Finals 2019: Kawhi Leonard revels in Raptors' success

The Hindu  

Kawhi Leonard reveled in the Raptors' first NBA title after beating the Warriors in Game Six on Thursday. The Raptors completed a 4-2 series win in the NBA Finals courtesy of a 114-110 victory at Oracle Arena. Leonard became just the third player to win the Finals MVP with two different teams, joining Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and LeBron James, having also claimed the prize with the Spurs in 2014. After playing just nine games with the Spurs last season due to a quad injury before being traded to the Raptors in July 2018, Leonard reflected on a difficult period.

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Kawhi Leonard ruled out with knee issue as Clippers win without him again to even series with Mavs
8 months, 1 week ago

Kawhi Leonard ruled out with knee issue as Clippers win without him again to even series with Mavs

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard was ruled out of Sunday’s Game 4 of a first-round series against the Dallas Mavericks, with no timetable for his return from right knee inflammation. “When you watch him play, it was very obvious that is not Kawhi Leonard,” team president Lawrence Frank said before the game, calling the injury “tricky.” Frank …

NBA playoffs preview: Kawhi Leonard, Clippers look to press advantage against Suns
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA playoffs preview: Kawhi Leonard, Clippers look to press advantage against Suns

The Hindu  

Kawhi Leonard flashed his top-level playoff form in the series opener as the Los Angeles Clippers showed they are a valid threat to win their first-round series against the Phoenix Suns. Sunday’s 115-110 victory represented Leonard’s first playoff game in 22 months since tearing the ACL in his right knee against the Utah Jazz in June of 2021. It’s playoff …

NBA: Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard, Norman Powell return to Toronto again
2 years ago

NBA: Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard, Norman Powell return to Toronto again

The Hindu  

Kawhi Leonard and Norman Powell will return to oppose the team they helped win the 2019 NBA championship when Los Angeles Clippers visits Toronto Raptors on Tuesday. Leonard did not play, and Powell scored 16 points for the Clippers on Monday in their 142-131 overtime victory over the host Detroit Pistons. Two wins in a row After losing six straight, …

Kawhi Leonard is back to lift Clippers’ expectations: ‘With him … we’re a different team.’
2 years, 1 month ago

Kawhi Leonard is back to lift Clippers’ expectations: ‘With him … we’re a different team.’

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — After a pre-shootaround workout Thursday morning, the Clippers upgraded Kawhi Leonard from out to questionable, and later announced him as a starter against the Pistons. When asked when he knew Leonard would be coming back, Jackson responded, “When I heard, ‘At 6-foot-7, from the I.E., Kawhi Leonard.’ That’s when I knew, that’s when it was sure for …

NBA Finals: A sweet triumph for Golden State Warriors
2 years, 6 months ago

NBA Finals: A sweet triumph for Golden State Warriors

The Hindu  

Superstar Stephen Curry missed the playoffs for two consecutive years after winning three NBA championships and losing to Toronto Raptors in a closely fought NBA final in 2019. Curry only had Draymond Green for company among the championship winning lot in his team the past two years when the Warriors missed the playoffs — they even finished last in the …

NBA Finals: Golden State Warriors on brink of title as Andrew Wiggins inspires Boston Celtics defeat
2 years, 6 months ago

NBA Finals: Golden State Warriors on brink of title as Andrew Wiggins inspires Boston Celtics defeat

Firstpost  

Golden State Warriors beat the Boston Celtics 104-94 on Monday night for a 3-2 NBA Finals lead as Andrew Wiggins bags 26 points and 13 rebounds. San Francisco: Andrew Wiggins delivered the biggest game yet in his eight-year career with 26 points and 13 rebounds, Klay Thompson scored 21 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Boston Celtics 104-94 …

Warriors beat Mavericks to return to NBA Finals
2 years, 7 months ago

Warriors beat Mavericks to return to NBA Finals

China Daily  

Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors makes a layup against Jalen Brunson of the Dallas Mavericks during the fourth quarter in Game Five of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals at Chase Center on May 26, 2022 in San Francisco, California. WASHINGTON - The Golden State Warriors eliminated the Dallas Mavericks 120-110 in Game 5 of the Western …

NBA 75: At No. 34, Kawhi Leonard’s hard work and singular focus has made him an all-time great
3 years ago

NBA 75: At No. 34, Kawhi Leonard’s hard work and singular focus has made him an all-time great

New York Times  

The last time Kawhi Leonard played in a basketball game was Game 4 of the 2021 Western Conference semifinals against the Utah Jazz. “I don’t care about the Western Conference finals,” Leonard said with the Clippers two wins away from the star-crossed franchise’s first-ever conference finals appearance. Like, ‘You’re going to be the guy now, because Timmy is getting older, …

NBA: A pleasant surprise for Indian-origin Raptors fan
4 years, 10 months ago

NBA: A pleasant surprise for Indian-origin Raptors fan

The Hindu  

Nav Bhatia is a household name in Toronto. Last year, the Raptors supporter became the first fan in the sport’s history to get a championship ring when his home-town team won its maiden NBA title. Nav is so confident of back-to-back titles that he has “a second finger ready for a second championship title.” Helping Canada’s Olympics dreams “There are …

Kawhi Leonard plays down Michael Jordan comparisons
5 years, 2 months ago

Kawhi Leonard plays down Michael Jordan comparisons

The Hindu  

Kawhi Leonard played down being compared to Michael Jordan by Doc Rivers after inspiring the Los Angeles Clippers to a 105-94 victory over the Utah Jazz. Rivers stated during the play-offs last season that Leonard was "the most like Jordan that we've seen", a compliment that cost him $50,000 for violating the NBA's anti-tampering policy. The Clippers coach was asked …

NBA: Kawhi Leonard's LA Clippers upstage LeBron James-led Lakers; Raptors begin title defence with win over Pelicans
5 years, 2 months ago

NBA: Kawhi Leonard's LA Clippers upstage LeBron James-led Lakers; Raptors begin title defence with win over Pelicans

Firstpost  

Kawhi Leonard made his Los Angeles debut a successful one as his Clippers upstaged LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers to get their campaign off to a winning start. Los Angeles: Kawhi Leonard made his Los Angeles debut a successful one on Tuesday as his Clippers upstaged LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers 112-102 to get their 2019-20 …

NBA: League's general managers predict Los Angeles Clippers to be winners of 2020 season
5 years, 2 months ago

NBA: League's general managers predict Los Angeles Clippers to be winners of 2020 season

Firstpost  

Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers will win the 2020 NBA Finals, according to most league general managers in a survey released Thursday on the league’s website. New York: Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers will win the 2020 NBA Finals, according to most league general managers in a survey released Thursday on the league’s website. Ahead of …

Kawhi Leonard officially signed with Los Angeles Clippers, reportedly opts for three-year deal
5 years, 5 months ago

Kawhi Leonard officially signed with Los Angeles Clippers, reportedly opts for three-year deal

The Hindu  

Kawhi Leonard has officially joined the Los Angeles Clippers, but has reportedly made a surprising decision regarding his contract. Such an agreement would allow Leonard to become an unrestricted free agent alongside his co-star Paul George – whose arrival from the Oklahoma City Thunder was also ratified on Wednesday – in two seasons, which puts pressure on the Clippers to …

Kawhi Leonard free agency rumours: ‘No way’ star was signing with Lakers
5 years, 5 months ago

Kawhi Leonard free agency rumours: ‘No way’ star was signing with Lakers

The Hindu  

Kawhi Leonard may never have seriously considered joining the Lakers. There was “no way” the 28-year-old star was signing with the Lakers “despite speculation they were the front-runners,” according to a report from ESPN ’s The Undefeated, which cites an unidentified league source. Leonard ended up inking a max deal with the Clippers after they acquired Paul George from the …

Raptors thank Kawhi Leonard, Danny Green after LA moves
5 years, 6 months ago

Raptors thank Kawhi Leonard, Danny Green after LA moves

The Hindu  

Toronto Raptors sent "nothing but good wishes" to Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green after they agreed moves away from the NBA champions in free agency. Both stars played key roles in the Raptors' 2018-19 success, with Leonard the NBA Finals MVP, but the two will move on ahead of next season. "We are very thankful for the year Kawhi and …

Kawhi Leonard reportedly decides to join Clippers
5 years, 6 months ago

Kawhi Leonard reportedly decides to join Clippers

The Hindu  

Kawhi Leonard will reportedly spend next season with the Los Angeles Clippers. Leonard, 28, is fresh off a season in which he led Toronto Raptors to the franchise's first NBA title and claimed Finals MVP honours. Read | Earthquake suspends anticipated Pelicans, Knicks Summer League game Incredibly, ESPN also reports Oklahoma City Thunder star Paul George is joining Leonard at …

NBA: Kawhi Leonard taking time 'before deciding next move'
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA: Kawhi Leonard taking time 'before deciding next move'

The Hindu  

Kawhi Leonard’s free agency decision may not come for a few more days. The star and his representatives “are going through the process and taking their time before deciding the next move,” according to a report from The Athletic. The Lakers believe they're “firmly in the lead” to land the star because of the “recruiting efforts and assurances made on …

Kawhi Leonard’s recruitment was a slow process like his free-agency decision
5 years, 6 months ago

Kawhi Leonard’s recruitment was a slow process like his free-agency decision

LA Times  

As a star 6-foot-6 forward at Riverside King High in 2008, Kawhi Leonard possessed skillet-sized hands, a 7-foot wingspan and a steely demeanor. 2 / 11 Riverside King’s Kawhi Leonard is fouled by Taft’s Bryce Smith a Southern California Regional semifinal playoff game on March 6, 2008. 3 / 11 SanDiego State forward Kawhi Leonard reacts after he was mistakenly …

NBA free agency: Kevin Durant set to depart Golden State Warriors for Brooklyn Nets; Kemba Walker headed to Boston Celtics
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA free agency: Kevin Durant set to depart Golden State Warriors for Brooklyn Nets; Kemba Walker headed to Boston Celtics

Firstpost  

Two-time NBA Finals Most Valuable Player Kevin Durant announced on Sunday that he will depart the Golden State Warriors, his team since 2016, for the Brooklyn Nets. Los Angeles: Two-time NBA Finals Most Valuable Player Kevin Durant announced Sunday that he will leave the Golden State Warriors, his team since 2016, to join the Brooklyn Nets. “Kevin Durant has confirmed …

NBA Finals 2019: Toronto Raptors clinch first title with uncertain Warriors future after Klay Thompson and Kevin Durant injuries
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA Finals 2019: Toronto Raptors clinch first title with uncertain Warriors future after Klay Thompson and Kevin Durant injuries

The Independent  

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NBA Finals: Kawhi Leonard claims second MVP award
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA Finals: Kawhi Leonard claims second MVP award

The Hindu  

Kawhi Leonard trusted himself when people doubted he was injured last year, finding an inner calm that one year later has returned him to the level of NBA champion. Leonard won his second career NBA Finals Most Valuable Player award on Thursday, helping spark the Toronto Raptors to a 114-110 victory over Golden State Warriors and a 4-2 triumph in …

How Toronto Raptors beat Golden State Warriors in NBA Finals 2019
5 years, 6 months ago

How Toronto Raptors beat Golden State Warriors in NBA Finals 2019

The Hindu  

Toronto Raptors is NBA champion and much of it was thanks to Kawhi Leonard. Toronto closed out the Golden State Warriors with a 114-110 win at Oracle Arena on Thursday in Game Six of the NBA Finals to win its first title in franchise history. Injuries Kevin Durant's calf tear and later, a devastating Achilles heel injury took him out …

NBA Finals 2019: Three reasons the Warriors lost to the Raptors
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA Finals 2019: Three reasons the Warriors lost to the Raptors

The Hindu  

Golden State won't be crowned the NBA's three-time defending champion. The Warriors lost their last game ever at Oracle Arena to the Raptors 114-110 on Thursday in Game Six of the Finals. Here are three reasons Golden State lost to Toronto Lack of depth The Warriors put together one of the most intimidating starting lineups ever last summer. REPORT | …

Toronto Raptors Grab NBA Championship In Game 6 To Dash Warriors' Dynasty Hopes
5 years, 6 months ago

Toronto Raptors Grab NBA Championship In Game 6 To Dash Warriors' Dynasty Hopes

Huff Post  

The Toronto Raptors defeated the Golden State Warriors, 114-110, in a nail-biter Game 6 to win the NBA championship Thursday night at Oracle Arena in Oakland, California. Raptors’ star Kyle Lowry racked up 11 of his 29 game points in the first minutes of the contest, and Toronto built a quick nine-point lead in the first quarter. Toronto’s Pascal Siakam …

NBA Finals 2019: Family tragedy taught Kawhi to enjoy life and hoops
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA Finals 2019: Family tragedy taught Kawhi to enjoy life and hoops

The Hindu  

After coping with the trauma of his father's murder as a 16-year-old, Kawhi Leonard has no difficulty putting basketball in its proper perspective. You're within that moment and you're embracing it and enjoying what's going to happen next.” He's enjoyed a lot over his career, an NBA Finals Most Valuable Player Award in 2014 with San Antonio and NBA Defensive …

Column: Toronto Raptors dethrone the Golden State Warriors to win their first NBA title
5 years, 6 months ago

Column: Toronto Raptors dethrone the Golden State Warriors to win their first NBA title

LA Times  

The Toronto Raptors celebrates win over the Golden State Warriors in Game 6 to win the NBA championship on Thursday in Oakland. The Toronto Raptors capped their journey Thursday, slamming the door on Oracle Arena — and maybe on the Golden State dynasty — clinching their first NBA title with a 114-110 victory in Game 6. Golden State Warriors forward …

NBA Finals: Kawhi Leonard reacts to Kevin Durant's injury
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA Finals: Kawhi Leonard reacts to Kevin Durant's injury

The Hindu  

Raptors star Kawhi Leonard offered some sympathy for Kevin Durant after the Warriors forward left Game 5 of the NBA Finals early with yet another injury. READ | Kyle Lowry unimpressed with Raptors fans' reaction to Kevin Durant injury "We work so hard to either play in the Finals or just play in the NBA, and when you're not playing, …

NBA Finals: Takeaways from Warriors' Game Five win
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA Finals: Takeaways from Warriors' Game Five win

The Hindu  

Golden State Warriors managed to keep its championship dreams alive with a 106-105 victory against Toronto Raptors in the NBA Finals on Monday. Although Kevin Durant and Kevon Looney re-aggravated injuries in the matchup and left Game Five, the Warriors held on in Toronto. Warriors were hot from deep Golden State made five straight three-pointers early in the first quarter, …

NBA Finals 2019: Warriors beat Raptors to keep title hopes alive thanks to clutch 3-pointers by Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA Finals 2019: Warriors beat Raptors to keep title hopes alive thanks to clutch 3-pointers by Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson

Firstpost  

Toronto: Clutch 3-pointers by Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson enabled the defending champion Golden State Warriors to edge Toronto 106-105 on Monday and sustain their hopes of winning a third consecutive NBA Finals. Curry scored 31 points while Thompson added 26 as the Warriors pulled within 3-2 in the best-of-seven championship series, forcing a sixth game Thursday at Oakland, California, …

NBA Finals 2019: 3 takeaways from Warriors' thrilling Game 5 win
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA Finals 2019: 3 takeaways from Warriors' thrilling Game 5 win

The Hindu  

Golden State managed to keep its championship dreams alive with a 106-105 win in Toronto in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Monday. Although Kevin Durant and Kevon Looney re-aggravated injuries in the matchup and left the game, the Warriors held on. The Warriors were hot from deep Golden State made five straight 3-pointers early in the first quarter, …

NBA Finals 2019: Warriors hold off Raptors to force Game 6
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA Finals 2019: Warriors hold off Raptors to force Game 6

The Hindu  

The Golden State Warriors stayed alive in the NBA Finals after edging the Toronto Raptors 106-105 in Game 5. Despite losing Kevin Durant to injury in the second quarter, the Warriors stopped the Raptors from claiming its first championship on Monday. Kyle Lowry was one shot away from sealing a 4-1 series victory and a maiden title for the Raptors, …

NBA Finals 2019: Warriors' Iguodala wants 'another run at it' next year
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA Finals 2019: Warriors' Iguodala wants 'another run at it' next year

The Hindu  

It appears that Andre Iguodala plans on returning to Golden State next season. NBA Finals: Three takeaways from Raptors' Game 4 win over Warriors "Especially for myself I've been, a lot of people have spoken to me each and every day, especially with kind of our — the folks that cover us, and I'll be here next year for sure, …

Toronto Raptors' Kawhi Leonard credits load management for NBA Finals run
5 years, 7 months ago

Toronto Raptors' Kawhi Leonard credits load management for NBA Finals run

The Hindu  

Kawhi Leonard said he would not be leading the Toronto Raptors in the NBA Finals if not for the team's load management. Former San Antonio Spurs star Leonard suffered a serious quadricep injury in the 2017 playoffs, which affected him throughout the following season. However, once San Antonio traded Leonard to the Raptors last offseason, it trusted the 2014 NBA …

NBA Finals 2019: Raptors reach brink of first championship title after taking 3-1 lead against holders Warriors
5 years, 7 months ago

NBA Finals 2019: Raptors reach brink of first championship title after taking 3-1 lead against holders Warriors

Firstpost  

Toronto advanced to the brink of a first NBA title as Kawhi Leonard scored 36 points and the Raptors ripped defending champion Golden State 105-92 Friday in the NBA Finals. Oakland: Toronto advanced to the brink of a first NBA title as Kawhi Leonard scored 36 points and the Raptors ripped defending champion Golden State 105-92 Friday in the NBA …

Toronto Raptors one win away from NBA title
5 years, 7 months ago

Toronto Raptors one win away from NBA title

The Hindu  

Toronto Raptors is on the verge of winning its first NBA titles after upstaging two-time reigning champion Golden State Warriors 105-92 in Game Four. Kawhi Leonard led the way as the Raptors took a 3-1 series lead on Friday, with Toronto only one victory away from a maiden championship. Raptors star Leonard posted 36 points and 12 rebounds to leave …

NBA Finals 2019: Warriors forward Kevin Durant to miss Game 4 due to calf strain, Klay Thomspon could return
5 years, 7 months ago

NBA Finals 2019: Warriors forward Kevin Durant to miss Game 4 due to calf strain, Klay Thomspon could return

Firstpost  

Golden State star forward Kevin Durant will miss game four of the NBA Finals on Friday with a right calf injury, but guard Klay Thompson will return, Warriors coach Steve Kerr said on Thursday. Oakland: Golden State star forward Kevin Durant will miss game four of the NBA Finals on Friday with a right calf injury, but guard Klay Thompson …

NBA Finals 2019: Rampant Raptors move halfway to first-ever title with victory over injury-hit Warriors in Game 3
5 years, 7 months ago

NBA Finals 2019: Rampant Raptors move halfway to first-ever title with victory over injury-hit Warriors in Game 3

Firstpost  

Upstart Toronto moved halfway to a first-ever title Wednesday with Kawhi Leonard scoring 30 points to lead the Raptors over the injury-hit Golden State Warriors 123-109 in the NBA Finals. Oakland: Upstart Toronto moved halfway to a first-ever title Wednesday with Kawhi Leonard scoring 30 points to lead the Raptors over the injury-hit Golden State Warriors 123-109 in the NBA …

Golden State Warriors Beat Raptors 109-104 to Even NBA Finals
5 years, 7 months ago

Golden State Warriors Beat Raptors 109-104 to Even NBA Finals

The Quint  

Andre Iguodala, himself slow to get up after a hard fall in the first half, made the clinching 3-pointer with 5.9 seconds left after the Raptors scored 10 straight points to cut it to 106-104. Curry appeared to be laboring as well in the first half, returning to the locker room in the midst of six straight misses to start …

NBA Finals: Warriors' second-half surge helps even series against Raptors
5 years, 7 months ago

NBA Finals: Warriors' second-half surge helps even series against Raptors

The Hindu  

The Warriors topped the Raptors 109-104 Sunday in Game 2 of the NBA Finals to tie the series at 1-1. READ| NBA Finals 2019: Siakam's block, Thompson's dunk and VanVleet's circus shot Andre Iguodala made the biggest shot of the night, as he sank a clutch 3-pointer in the closing seconds. Warriors center Kevon Looney also went down with an …

NBA Finals: Defending champions Golden State Warriors unworried by defeat to Toronto Raptors, planning adjustments to style of play
5 years, 7 months ago

NBA Finals: Defending champions Golden State Warriors unworried by defeat to Toronto Raptors, planning adjustments to style of play

Firstpost  

Count on the Golden State Warriors, who had won 12 prior playoff openers, to bounce back as they fight for a third consecutive NBA crown and fourth in five seasons Toronto: A victory in Sunday’s second game of the NBA Finals would lift Toronto halfway to the title, but that isn’t over-exciting the Raptors or worrying defending champion Golden State. …

NBA Finals 2019: Kerr and Warriors confident despite deficit
5 years, 7 months ago

NBA Finals 2019: Kerr and Warriors confident despite deficit

The Hindu  

Steve Kerr insisted the two-time reigning champion Warriors remains confident in its bid for a three-peat as it looks to overturn a deficit against the Raptors in the NBA Finals. READ: Kevin Durant to return midway through NBA 2019 Finals Asked about Golden State's confidence heading into the second game, Warriors head coach Kerr told reporters: "I think any team …

Raptors' Leonard calls Toronto experience 'special'
5 years, 7 months ago

Raptors' Leonard calls Toronto experience 'special'

The Hindu  

Kawhi Leonard has expressed his gratitude to the "special" Toronto fans as the Raptors bid to win a first NBA title. Read | Pascal Saikam-inspired Raptors take Game One "When you come in as a rookie, you're trying to stay in the league and you don't know what the league is about or if you're going to stick. "Obviously, it's …

Kevin Durant: Warriors star to return midway through NBA 2019 Finals
5 years, 7 months ago

Kevin Durant: Warriors star to return midway through NBA 2019 Finals

The Hindu  

A Game 1 loss in the NBA Finals to the Raptors may be forcing the Warriors to speed up Kevin Durant’s rehab from an injured calf. Steve Kerr said on Wednesday that Durant was cleared to take part in individual on-court basketball activities after ruling him out for Game 1. Now, according to a report from Yahoo citing league sources, …

NBA Finals: Raptors Take Opener, beat Curry’s Warriors 118-109
5 years, 7 months ago

NBA Finals: Raptors Take Opener, beat Curry’s Warriors 118-109

The Quint  

Kawhi Leonard added 23 points and Marc Gasol had 20 for the Raptors, who weren't in awe of the setting or their opponents who had played 22 NBA Finals games in the last four years. Game 2 is Sunday night in Toronto, which is hosting an NBA Finals game for the first time after the Raptors entered the league as …

NBA finals 2019: Warriors stars Curry, Thompson are only human, says Kawhi
5 years, 7 months ago

NBA finals 2019: Warriors stars Curry, Thompson are only human, says Kawhi

The Hindu  

The Toronto Raptors did not get overwhelmed by the quality of the Golden State Warriors during Game 1 of the NBA Finals, according to Kawhi Leonard. "We don't have conversations like that," Leonard said when asked if the Raptors had discussed Golden State's quality prior to the game. "It's about keeping your composure, don't keep your head down when players …

NBA Finals 2019: Pascal Siakam, Kawhi Leonard guide Toronto Raptors to victory over Golden State Warriors in Game 1
5 years, 7 months ago

NBA Finals 2019: Pascal Siakam, Kawhi Leonard guide Toronto Raptors to victory over Golden State Warriors in Game 1

Firstpost  

Toronto forward Pascal Siakam scored 32 points and the Raptors defeated the defending champion Golden State Warriors in the opening game of the NBA Finals. Toronto: Toronto forward Pascal Siakam scored 32 points and the upstart Raptors defeated defending champions Golden State Warriors 118-109 in Thursday’s opening game of the NBA Finals. Golden State trimmed Toronto’s edge to four points …

NBA Finals 2019: Raptors take Game 1
5 years, 7 months ago

NBA Finals 2019: Raptors take Game 1

The Hindu  

The Raptors was going to make the most out of its first-ever game in the NBA Finals. And the Raptors owe much of its success in Game 1 to Pascal Siakam. The 25-year-old forward scored a team-high 32 points on 14-of-17 shooting and was virtually unstoppable, getting into the paint even when Draymond Green was on him. GAME 1 FINAL …

NBA Finals: Golden State Warriors take on a Leonard-led Toronto Raptors
5 years, 7 months ago

NBA Finals: Golden State Warriors take on a Leonard-led Toronto Raptors

The Hindu  

Since the heroics of Bill Russell and his Boston Celtics in the 1960s, no team in the NBA had managed to make the finals five consecutive times in a row. That was until the Golden State Warriors did just that following a 4-0 sweep of the Portland Trailblazers in the Western Conference Finals a week ago. READ | The making …

NBA Finals 2019: Ranking every Golden State Warriors, Toronto Raptors player 1-30
5 years, 7 months ago

NBA Finals 2019: Ranking every Golden State Warriors, Toronto Raptors player 1-30

The Hindu  

The 2019 NBA Finals will be filled with stars. Stephen Curry This ranking is basically 1A and 1B, more than 1 and 2, as Curry has returned to his MVP form since Kevin Durant went out with a calf strain in Game 5 of the Warriors’ second-round series with the Rockets. Fred Vanvleet VanVleet struggled early in the playoffs but …

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