"Home-court advantage was a big factor in this series. The home team won every game in this series, and the Raptors played their best games at home in Scotiabank Arena in front of an electric home crowd."
"RJ Barrett even said that Game 7 could have been very different if they had played in Toronto instead of Cleveland. 'Yeah, for sure,' Barrett said when asked if playing at home could have changed the momentum in Game 7."
"The fans are insane over here. It's the best thing ever, definitely helped us win our games at home,' Barrett stated, reflecting on the support from Toronto fans."
"The Raptors still need to prove that they can win on the road in the playoffs. Otherwise, playoff series will become increasingly challenging."
The Raptors gained insights from their first-round series against the Cavaliers, particularly regarding player roles and the significance of home-court advantage. They recognized which players are essential to the team's core and who may not fit long-term. The series demonstrated that home teams won every game, highlighting the impact of fan support. RJ Barrett noted that playing at home could have altered the outcome of Game 7. The Raptors aim to secure home-court advantage in future playoffs while also needing to improve their road performance.
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