The Toronto Raptors scratched and clawed their way to a thrilling Game 6 victory in overtime and now have the opportunity to cause a huge upset with a win over the Cavaliers in Cleveland in Game 7.
RJ Barrett added his name to the list of biggest Raptors highlights with an unbelievable game-winning three-pointer that bounced off the back rim, up above the shot clock, before swishing through the hoop.
Scottie Barnes has established himself as a clear franchise superstar and the Raptors have every reason to believe they can clinch this best-of-seven Eastern Conference first round matchup if he continues to perform like the best player in the series.
The Cavaliers have won all three games at home and are 10-0 against Toronto in playoff history when playing in Cleveland, leaving the Raptors to do something they’ve never done before. The Cavs rode some hot shooting in the first two games of this series to take a 2-0 series lead, but it was former Raptor Dennis Schröder who helped the Cavs rally to win Game 5 after Toronto looked the better team for much of the contest.
James Harden has had his moments, but Evan Mobley has increasingly become a problem for the Raptors and they will need to find a way to keep him in check. On the flip side, Toronto has received huge minutes from its youngest players including Jamal Shead, Ja’Kobe Walter, Collin Murray-Boyles and Jamison Battle.
What do they have left in the tank after looking exhausted at the end of Game 6? Here’s how you can catch all the action of this do-or-die Game 7.
How to watch Game 7 between the Raptors and Cavaliers?
Date: May 3, 2026.
Tip-off: 7:30 p.m. EDT/4:30 p.m. PDT.
Location: Rocket Arena, Cleveland.
TV Channels: Sportsnet ONE
Stream: Sportsnet+
When and what time does Raps vs. Cavs Game 7 start?
The game against the Cavs is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. EDT/5:00 p.m. PDT on Sunday, May 3, 2026. Pregame coverage will begin at 7:00 p.m. EDT/4:00 p.m. PDT.
What channel will have Game 7 of Raps vs. Cavs?
If you’ve subscribed to Sportsnet through your cable package, such as through Bell or Rogers, you’re covered. Just look for Sportsnet ONE on your channel guide.
How to stream Game 7 of Raps vs. Cavs in Canada?
You can watch the game on your phone via the Sportsnet app via a paid Sportsnet+ subscription . You can also stream the game via the Sportsnet+ website.
If you’ve already paid for a cable subscription to Sportsnet’s TV channels, you can also sign into Sportsnet+ using those login details.
Digital services like Rogers Ignite TV and Bell Fibe can be used to access Sportsnet.
Who’s playing for the Raptors?
TORONTO, ON- MAY 1 – RJ Barrett #9 of the Toronto Raptors gestures to the crowd as Jonathan Mogbo #2 of the Toronto Raptors yells after scoring a three pointer in the final seconds of overtime as the Toronto Raptors play the Cleveland Cavaliers in game six of their first round NBA play-off series at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. May 1, 2026. Steve Russell/Toronto Star (Steve Russell/Toronto Star via Getty Images)
(Steve Russell via Getty Images)
Immanuel Quickley was previously ruled out for the entire series due to a hamstring injury and remains out. Brandon Ingram missed Game 6 due to right heel inflammation and so is questionable heading into Game 7.
Ja’Kobe Walter has been starting in place of Quickley while Jamal Shead entered the starting lineup after the injury to Ingram.
PG: Jamal Shead
SG: Ja’Kobe Walter, AJ Lawson
SF: RJ Barrett, Jamison Battle, Gradey Dick
PF: Scottie Barnes, Sandro Mamukelashvili, Jonathan Mogbo
C: Jakob Poeltl, Collin Murray-Boyles, Trayce Jackson-Davis
Gradey Dick, Jonathan Mogbo, and Trayce Jackson-Davis have all been used sparingly this season, and that should continue be the case, unless the game enters a blowout situation.
Who’s playing for the Cavaliers?
TORONTO, CANADA – MAY 01: Donovan Mitchell #45 and James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers react against the Toronto Raptors during the fourth quarter in Game Six of the First Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena on May 01, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Cole Burston/Getty Images)
(Cole Burston via Getty Images)
Everyone else is available for the Cavaliers.
PG: James Harden, Dennis Schroder, Craig Porter Jr.
SG: Donovan Mitchell, Sam Merrill, Tyrese Proctor
SF: Max Strus, Dean Wade, Keon Ellis
PF: Evan Mobley, Jaylon Tyson, Nae’Qwan Tomlin
C: Jarrett Allen, Thomas Bryant, Larry Nance Jr.
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