RJ Barrett Sends Clear Message on Raptors for Game 7 After Game-Winner

News ArticlePublishedMay 03, 2026 at 01:48 PM EDTBy Matthew CoudenContributing WriterThe Toronto Raptors appeared like they might get eliminated in the first round of the playoffs courtesy of the higher-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers. A must-win Game 6 ended up going into overtime between the two postseason squads.In that extra session, it once again seemed the Cavs were on the verge of securing a win as they pulled ahead with very little time remaining. However, RJ Barrett became a hero with a game-winning shot much like Tyrese Haliburton had in last year's NBA Playoffs.He shot a 29-foot three-pointer and everyone watched as the ball bounced high off the rim and then fell straight down into the hoop for a two-point Raptors lead. That brought plenty of celebration among the Toronto fans and Barrett's teammates, as it helped them force a Game 7 at Cleveland.More news: Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla Under Fire After 76ers Win Game 7 in Boston...However, Barrett seems ready to wiseley move past his major playoff highlight, as he knows the time to celebrate isn't there yet. He spoke about his game-winner, also talking about the task at hand against the Cavs on Sunday."Not to take anything away from the shot,