Cavaliers vs. Raptors Game 6 live score, updates, highlights from 2026 NBA playoffs first-round series
The Toronto Raptors defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 112-110 in overtime to force a Game 7 in the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs. The game featured several controversial officiating calls, including a pivotal out-of-bounds decision in the final seconds. RJ Barrett hit a deep three-pointer late in overtime to secure the win for Toronto.
- ▪The Raptors won 112-110 in overtime to force a decisive Game 7 in Cleveland.
- ▪Toronto led for nearly the entire game, with Cleveland not holding a lead from late in the first quarter until late in overtime.
- ▪A controversial out-of-bounds call with seconds remaining denied Cleveland a potential free-throw opportunity.
- ▪RJ Barrett made a 29-foot three-pointer with 3 seconds left in overtime to put Toronto ahead.
- ▪Both teams struggled offensively, with Cleveland shooting 43% and Toronto 46% from the field.
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