Warriors star Kevin Durant is expected to practice and do an extra workout with younger players on Sunday with the hope that he can play in Game 5.
Author: Jeff Zillgitt, USA TODAY
Kyle Lowry, nearly traded six years ago, is Raptors’ journeyman on verge of first NBA title
The Raptors have been relentless in the NBA playoffs, but especially in this series with the Warriors. They embody guard Kyle Lowry’s dogged ethos.
Opinion: Kawhi Leonard getting vengeance against Warriors in NBA Finals
Kawhi Leonard says he isn’t out for revenge for 2017, but the Warriors must feel like the Raptors star has a score to settle this NBA Finals.
Kawhi Leonard shines as Raptors take commanding 3-1 lead on Warriors in NBA Finals
With Kawhi Leonard leading the way, the Toronto Raptors took a commanding 3-1 lead on the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals.
Analysis: What’s next for Warriors after Kyle Lowry incident? They should oust Mark Stevens
After the Kyle Lowry incident in Game 3, it makes sense for the Golden State Warriors to replace part-owner Mark Stevens with another investor.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver: Punishment for Warriors part-owner Mark Stevens ‘appropriate’
Adam Silver cited how forthcoming and apologetic Mark Stevens was in deciding against a lifetime ban for the Warriors minority owner.
Raptors’ Kyle Lowry: Warriors’ minority owner Mark Stevens ‘shouldn’t be part of league’
Kyle Lowry told USA TODAY that fellow guard Fred VanVleet also heard the expletive-laced comments directed at him, along with the shove, in Game 3.
Opinion: Vulnerable Warriors facing the biggest test of their dynasty
Injury-riddled and down 2-1, the Warriors are more vulnerable than ever. And getting back Kevin Durant and Klay Thompson doesn’t guarantee anything.
Raptors take advantage of shorthanded Warriors for 2-1 series lead
Kawhi Leonard and Toronto took advantage of Golden State without Klay Thompson and Kevin Durant and weathered 47 points from Steph Curry for the win.
Warriors’ Klay Thompson out for Game 3 against Raptors
Already shorthanded, Game 3 just got even more difficult for the Warriors. Starting guard Klay Thompson will sit out to nurse a strained hamstring.