
April 20, 2026 | Edition #208
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We saw the second set of games in the first round tip-off tonight. The Raptors, with a chip on their shoulder, had a lot left to prove against the high-flying Cavaliers. Amid an unexpected Knicks performance, though, MSG picked its new villain, someone who’s given them a tough time, and more in today’s post-game edition.
Let’s tip things off…
Today’s Headlines 🏀
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Raptors HC Calls Out Refs, Brandon Ingram Disappears, Mitchell-Harden Hunt Toronto: Moments You Missed From Cavs vs Raptors
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