Cleveland Cavaliers, Toronto Raptors have a wild NBA Playoffs stat going into game 7
The NBA Playoffs are in full swing, and Sunday features two pivotal Game 7s. First, the Detroit Pistons host the Orlando Magic, followed by the Cleveland Cavaliers hosting the Toronto Raptors. The Cavaliers were one miracle shot away from ending the series Friday night.
Now, they face a do-or-die Game 7 on their home court. MORE: Sixers take step to prevent Knicks fans from buying playoff tickets This series between the Cavaliers and Raptors has been so tightly contested that even the total scoring is deadlocked. In a striking stat shared by the NBA’s official Instagram page , the teams are tied 669–669 through six games.
May 1, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett (9) celebrates after scoring the winning basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the overtime period in game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images Historical game seven? The last time this happened?
The 2016 NBA Finals between the Cavaliers and the Golden State Warriors. That Game 7 saw LeBron James lead Cleveland to its first NBA title in a dramatic comeback. Now, the Cavaliers enter another Game 7 with a chance to advance.
This series has gone down to the wire, with every point carrying weight. MORE: LeBron James makes defiant statement against Kendrick Perkins with Lakers win If there’s ever a moment for Cleveland to erase the memory of R. J.