The 2019 NBA Finals was a classic matchup between the two best teams in the league – the Toronto Raptors and the Golden State Warriors. After a thrilling seven-game series, the Toronto Raptors emerged victorious, claiming their first-ever NBA championship title.
Game 1: Raptors Take the Lead
The first game of the series was held in Toronto on May 30th. The Raptors came out strong, winning 118-109 behind the strong performances of Kawhi Leonard, Pascal Siakam, and Kyle Lowry. Leonard had a game-high 34 points, while Siakam and Lowry both chipped in 20 points, respectively. The Warriors were led by Kevin Durant, who had a team-high 26 points, but it was not enough to overcome the Raptors.
Game 2: Warriors Even the Series
The Warriors evened the series in Game 2, taking a 109-104 victory over the Raptors. Stephen Curry led the way with a game-high 34 points, while Klay Thompson added 25. Durant and Draymond Green both had double-doubles, and the Warriors held the Raptors to just 38% shooting from the field. The Raptors were led by Kawhi Leonard who had a team-high 30 points, but it was not enough to get the win.
Game 3: Raptors Hold Off the Warriors
The Raptors took a 2-1 series lead with a 123-109 victory in Game 3. The Raptors were led by Leonard, who had a game-high 36 points, while Siakam and Lowry both chipped in 20 points. The Warriors were led by Curry, who had a team-high 31 points, but it was not enough to overcome the Raptors.
Game 4: Warriors Even the Series Again
The Warriors evened the series again in Game 4, taking a 105-92 victory over the Raptors. Durant and Curry both had double-doubles, with Durant leading the way with a game-high 34 points and 11 rebounds. The Raptors were led by Leonard, who had a team-high 26 points, but it was not enough to get the win.
Game 5: Raptors Take the Lead Again
The Raptors reclaimed the series lead in Game 5, taking a 106-105 victory over the Warriors. Leonard had a game-high 26 points, while Lowry chipped in 25 points and Siakam added 22. The Warriors were led by Curry, who had a team-high 31 points, but it was not enough to overcome the Raptors.
Game 6: Raptors Win the Championship
The Raptors closed out the series in Game 6, taking a 114-110 victory over the Warriors to win their first-ever NBA championship. Leonard had a game-high 22 points and was named the Finals MVP, while Lowry and Siakam both chipped in 18 points. The Warriors were led by Curry, who had a team-high 21 points, but it was not enough to prevent the Raptors from winning the title.
Conclusion
The Raptors have won the 2019 NBA Finals, claiming their first-ever championship title. The series was an exciting one, with the Raptors and Warriors trading wins back and forth until the Raptors emerged victorious in Game 6. Kawhi Leonard was named the Finals MVP, while both Lowry and Siakam played major roles in the Raptors’ success.