Is this the year? Toronto Raptors fans have been waiting for this moment for a long time. After years of playoff disappointment, the Raptors finally have a team that looks like it can compete for a championship. Led by Kawhi Leonard and Kyle Lowry, the Raptors are one of the favorites in the Eastern Conference.
But they'll have their work cut out for them in the second round, where they'll face the Miami Heat. The Heat are a veteran team with a lot of experience in the playoffs. They're also led by one of the best players in the NBA, Jimmy Butler. The Heat are coming off a hard-fought series win over the Milwaukee Bucks, and they'll be looking to carry that momentum into the second round. The Raptors will need to be at their best to beat the Heat, but if they can do it, they'll be one step closer to their first NBA championship. The series is likely to be a close one, and it could go either way. The Raptors have the home-court advantage, but the Heat have more experience in the playoffs. It's going to be a great series, and I can't wait to see who comes out on top.
Here are some of the key matchups to watch for in the series:
Kawhi Leonard vs. Jimmy Butler
Kyle Lowry vs. Goran Dragic
Pascal Siakam vs. Bam Adebayo
These are all great matchups, and they could all have a major impact on the series. It's going to be a lot of fun to watch these two teams battle it out for a spot in the Eastern Conference Finals.
We use cookies and 3rd party services to recognize visitors, target ads and analyze site traffic.
By using this site you agree to this Privacy Policy.
Learn how to clear cookies here