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"Very Interesting..." Rajaković Fumes at Referees After Another Playoff Loss /VIDEO/

Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajaković was visibly displeased with the officiating during the second game of their playoff series against Cleveland, which saw his team suffer another defeat.
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One particular play that ignited a fiery reaction from the Serbian coach occurred when James Harden sank a three-pointer. Before his characteristic step-back shot, Harden clearly pushed off his defender, a foul that went unnoticed by the officials. Rajaković vehemently protested from the sideline, but to no avail, as the ball swished through the net.

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This was just one of several instances where Rajaković expressed frustration with the referees' decisions, especially during the period when Cleveland was building a decisive lead. Although the Raptors attempted to mount a comeback, they couldn't turn the tide. Cleveland now leads the series 2-0, as the action shifts to Toronto.

The Raptors were once again shorthanded in this game, playing without Immanuel Quickley, and Brandon Ingram's poor performance added to their woes. One of Toronto's key players managed only seven points, shooting a dismal 3-for-15 from the field. Despite the subpar outing, Rajaković defended his player after the game, highlighting the aggressive defense Cleveland employed against him.

"Very interesting"

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Cleveland plays a very physical game, and they pride themselves on it. The entire team plays that way against Brandon. For me, it's interesting that he didn't attempt a single free throw in this game. Very interesting.

With this victory, Cleveland extended their winning streak against Toronto in the playoffs to 12 consecutive games, matching an NBA record for the most consecutive playoff wins against the same opponent.

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