Well, that was a fun start, but once lactic acid kicked in, the Toronto Raptors could not sustain the semi-controlled chaos that they generated in their favour in the first quarter. Instead, the Cleveland Cavaliers leaned on their experience, talent, and execution to put this game away early, handing the Raptors a 144-99 beating.
Kevin Love led the Cavaliers with his season-high 22 points and nine rebounds. Darius Garland added 22 points and eight assists, while Denzel Valentine came off the bench to hit five three-pointers en route to 17 points and nine rebounds.