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The final score perfectly illustrates the intensity of this matchup. It was a true trench warfare, with both teams neck and neck throughout. Cleveland entered the final minute with a narrow 87:84 lead.
RJ Barrett stepped up, sinking two crucial free throws to cut the deficit to a single point (87:86). Then, Shed took possession, and Barnes calmly converted both of his free throws. Donovan Mitchell subsequently missed a drive, giving Toronto the ball back.
Darko Rajaković made a remarkably bold decision. With just 21 seconds left on the clock, the Serbian coach called a timeout. The ball went into the hands of Scottie Barnes, who, once again, was flawless from the free-throw line. Mitchell then misfired on a three-pointer at the other end, and Barrett sealed the Canadian team's victory from the charity stripe.
The series is now tied at 2-2, and Darko Rajaković has secured his second playoff win after his initial triumph. The series now shifts back to Cleveland. Game five is scheduled for April 29th, tipping off at 10 PM.
NBA Playoffs
VIDEO Historic Success for the Serb: Darko Rajaković in the NBA Playoffs!
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