RJ Barrett reveals why he had a scuffle with James Harden in Game 5

RJ Barrett reveals why he had a scuffle with James Harden in Game 5 originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The series between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors has been quite competitive, but it became quite physical in Game 5.

When James Harden refused to let the ball go in the area around the Raptors ' bench, he and RJ Barrett had a scuffle . Players from both the Raptors and the Cavaliers immediately stepped in to resolve the issue. It was an interesting situation because it came from nothing, but Barrett himself explained what happened in his post-game press conference.

RJ Barrett explains his scuffle with James Harden The Cavaliers have the last laugh on Wednesday night because they got the victory in Game 5. Now, they have the opportunity to go back to Toronto and finish the series in six games. Of course, it will be quite challenging because the arena will be rocking in support of the Raptors.

However, there might be some animosity sprinkled in there now due to the latest scuffle between the Cavs and Raptors. Barrett was at the center of it all alongside Harden, which could fuel the Raptors even more when they return for their final home game of the series. MORE: The Cleveland Cavaliers get a crucial win in Game 5 against the Toronto Raptors It has not been an easy series for either team.