INDEPENDENCE: One of the biggest problems facing the Toronto Raptors entering the Eastern Conference finals is the Cavaliers’ 3-point shooting. That isn’t much of a surprise – the Cavs’ hot shooting from distance created an early demise for both the Detroit Pistons and Atlanta Hawks.
But the Cavs’ efficiency in shooting 3-pointers could force the Raptors to change the way they defend. The Cavs enter Tuesday’s Game 1 against the Raptors shooting 46 percent from 3 in these playoffs. Their 134 3-pointers made are the most for any team – and they’ve done it in fewer games than any of the remaining teams.