The Raptors experimented with a center-less lineup in the second quarter, using Scottie Barnes as their de facto big man. It’s a look Toronto has rarely deployed this season, but given Kelly Olynyk’s struggles this year, it’s a wrinkle the Raptors might want to explore more often.

The Cleveland Cavaliers knew they had to bring their A-game against the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night. Donovan Mitchell took the night off, so they were without one of their star players. Some thought the Cavaliers would take a step back in production without Mitchell on the floor,

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