2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 Showdowns: Surprising Underdogs Poised to Shake Up Raptors-Cavaliers and Timberwolves-Nuggets Series
Plus, Harden and Mitchell take tough shots, including step-backs, which could lead to long rebounds and transition opportunities for the Raptors. With Harden and Mitchell, it’s almost impossible to have a good transition defense.Â
Also, Toronto has a few starters, such as PG Immanuel Quickley, SF R.J. Barrett, and SG Brandon Ingram, who have been traded without forcing their way out, unlike Harden in multiple spots and Mitchell with the Utah Jazz. This is part of the reason why the Raptors are such a heavy underdog vs. the Cavaliers.Â



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