Who Won the 2019 NBA Finals?

The 2019 NBA Finals are over, and the Toronto Raptors are the champions! Here’s a recap of the series and a look at who won each game.

The Golden State Warriors

The Warriors’ Regular Season

The Warriors began the 2018-19 season by winning their first 12 games. They suffered losses to the Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Clippers, but still held the best record in the Western Conference at 20-10. The Warriors then went on a five-game winning streak that included victories over the Houston Rockets, Denver Nuggets, and Oklahoma City Thunder. The Warriors’ next loss came against the Mavericks, but they bounced back with a win over the Pelicans. In their final game before Christmas, the Warriors won a thrilling overtime contest against the Lakers.

The Warriors’ play was more inconsistent after Christmas, as they alternated wins and losses for much of January and February. They had a four-game losing streak in late January/early February that included losses to the Jazz, Rockets, Sixers, and Pistons. The Warriors got back on track with a win over the Pelicans, but then lost to the Timberwolves and Spurs.

In March, the Warriors went on a seven-game winning streak that included victories over the Pelicans (twice), Rockets, Jazz, Thunder (twice), and Blazers. They then lost to the Bucks before closing out the month with four consecutive wins. In April, the Warriors continued their strong play as they won eight of their nine games. This run included a 117-91 victory over the Mavericks in which Stephen Curry scored 41 points.

The Warriors’ Postseason

After home-court losses in Games 3 and 4 to the Toronto Raptors, the Warriors found themselves in a must-win Game 5 back at Oracle Arena. They did just that, winning 106-105 on a late three-pointer from Curry to take a 3-2 lead in the series. However, they would go on to lose Game 6 back in Toronto, setting up a winner-take-all Game 7 back at Oracle. In what would end up being one of the most thrilling games in NBA history, the Warriors came out on top, winning 114-110 to claim their sixth NBA title in franchise history.

The Toronto Raptors

In a historic victory, the Toronto Raptors have won their first NBA Championship. This is the first time a Canadian team has won the NBA Finals. The Raptors were led by Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard, who averaged 28.5 points and 9.8 rebounds per game.

The Raptors’ Regular Season

The Toronto Raptors are a Canadian professional basketball team based in Toronto, Ontario. The Raptors compete in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a member of the league’s Eastern Conference Atlantic Division. They were established in 1995 as part of the NBA’s expansion into Canada, along with the Vancouver Grizzlies. When the Grizzlies relocate to Memphis, Tennessee to become the Memphis Grizzlies in 2001, the Raptors became the only Canadian-based team in the NBA until another expansion team, the Montreal Canadiens, joined in 2020.

The Raptors play their home games at Scotiabank Arena, which they share with the NHL’s Toronto Maple Leafs. They are currently coached by Nick Nurse and are owned by Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Ltd. The Raptors president of basketball operations is Masai Ujiri.

The Raptors’ Postseason

The Toronto Raptors entered the 2019 NBA playoffs as the second seed in the Eastern Conference. They defeated the Orlando Magic in the first round, the Philadelphia 76ers in the second round, and the Milwaukee Bucks in the conference finals, before defeating the two-time defending champion Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals, becoming the first Canadian team to win an NBA championship.

The Finals

The Toronto Raptors won their first ever NBA championship in franchise history after defeating the Golden State Warriors in six games. This was an incredible feat, as the Warriors were one of the best teams in NBA history.

Game 1

On May 30, 2019, the Toronto Raptors defeated the Golden State Warriors 118-109 in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. This was the first time in NBA Finals history that a Canadian team had won a game.

Game 2

The Toronto Raptors take on the Golden State Warriors in game 2 of the 2019 NBA Finals.

Game 3

The Toronto Raptors won Game 3 of the 2019 NBA Finals 120-109 against the Golden State Warriors. With the win, the Raptors took a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven series.

Game 4

The Toronto Raptors beat the Golden State Warriors in Game 4 of the 2019 NBA Finals, winning the series 4-2. It was a close game, with the Raptors leading most of the way but the Warriors staying within striking distance. In the end, Toronto’s defense was too much for Golden State, and they held on for the win.

Game 5

In a stunning turn of events, the Toronto Raptors have become the 2019 NBA champions, defeating the Golden State Warriors in Game 5 of the Finals. With a final score of 114-110, the Raptors brought home their first ever NBA championship title, and they did it on the Warriors’ home turf. Leonard was named Finals MVP, averaging 28.5 points and 9 rebounds per game throughout the series.

Game 6

The Raptors managed to put up a good fight in Game 6, but the Warriors were too strong and took the win, ending the series with a 4-2 victory. This resulted in the Warriors winning their third consecutive NBA Finals, and their fourth in five years. It was a tough loss for the Raptors, but they can be proud of their achievements this season.

Game 7

The Toronto Raptors became the NBA champions for the first time in franchise history after defeating the two-time defending champion Golden State Warriors, 114–110, in Game 6 of the 2019 NBA Finals. The Raptors earned their first ever trip to the Finals in 24 seasons, dating back to their inaugural 1995–96 season. With the win, they also became the first Canadian team to win an NBA championship.