Cleveland takes 2-1 lead into game 4 against Toronto

The Cleveland Cavaliers are leading the Toronto Raptors 2-1 in their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series. The Raptors recently secured a 126-104 victory, with Scottie Barnes scoring 33 points. James Harden led the Cavaliers with 18 points. Both teams have identical 33-19 records in conference play. The Raptors excel in close games, boasting a 7-4 record in contests decided by three points or fewer. They also shoot 48.2% from the field, slightly better than the Cavaliers’ defensive allowance. The Cavaliers, however, average more three-pointers per game. Key players include Barnes for the Raptors and Harden for the Cavaliers. The Raptors have a balanced recent performance, while the Cavaliers have been slightly more successful in their last ten games. Immanuel Quickley is out for the Raptors due to a hamstring injury, while the Cavaliers have no listed injuries. QUESTION: How might the outcome of this playoff series impact the future strategies of both the Cavaliers and the Raptors? 

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