Toronto Raptors vs Cleveland Cavaliers First-Round Schedule

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The Toronto Raptors are matching up with the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs. 

Toronto is a considerable basketball betting underdog for the series at the BetMGM sportsbook.

Raptors Playoff Schedule Versus Cavaliers

DateTime (ET)VenueCity
April 181:00 p.m. Rocket ArenaCleveland
April 207:00 p.m.Rocket ArenaCleveland
April 238:00 p.m.Scotiabank ArenaToronto
April 261:00 p.m. Scotiabank ArenaToronto
April 297:30 p.m.Rocket ArenaCleveland
May 17:30 p.m.Scotiabank ArenaToronto
May 34:30 p.m.Rocket ArenaCleveland

When Do the Raptors Begin NBA Playoffs?

Toronto’s NBA playoff series with the Cavaliers begins on April 18. 

Related: How to Watch Raptors vs. Cavaliers: Streaming & TV Channel

The first two games of the series will be played in Cleveland’s Rocket Arena. Games 3 and 4 will be played at Scotiabank Arena. 

When Did the Raptors Clinch a Playoff Spot?

The Raptors confirmed a playoff place with a 35-point win over the Brooklyn Nets on the final day of the regular season.

Toronto earned the fifth seed to make its first playoff appearance since 2021-22. 

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