The Wizards fell 114-106 in Saturday's Game 1 of this playoff series. But Washington was leading much of the time until midway through the final quarter. The Raptors hit 16 of 30 3-point shots for 53.3 percent. The 16 3-pointers was a franchise playoff record. I don't see the Raptors repeating that performance.

These teams are closer than perceived. They split their four regular season games. The Wizards made just 8 of 21 3-point shots from 3-point range. The Raptors aren't that good from long range and the Wizards figure to shoot better. John Wall is getting more comfortable since returning from injury.

The Raptors may be without key backcourt reserve Fred VanVleet, too. He has a shoulder injury.