The current kings of the Eastern Conference Toronto Raptors (20-4) may play the role of gracious host to the current kings of the Western Conference Denver Nuggets (15-7)—even allowing Jamal Murray and company to hoist jumpers in Mattamy Athletic Centre—but something has to give.
Both teams roll into Monday’s duel with winning streaks to lose. Every game the Raptors have won thus far this season has been ultimately a part of a winning streak of six or more games. They’re at eight right now after an ugly win over Cleveland on Saturday night.