East Conf. Semis, Game 2: Cleveland Cavaliers 128-110 Toronto Raptors - 5 Talking Points

#1 The Cavaliers' role players continued their excellent play

JR Smith scored 15 points in Game on 5-of-8, coming off of 20 points in Game 1

Headed into this series, the Cavaliers were slight underdogs in the eyes of most fans, given the mostly lackluster performances in the first round by their role players. Based on the evidence from the first 2 games, it is clear that their role players have been playing with a point to prove, and have thus delivered according to their capabilities.

While LeBron and Kevin Love did combine to score 74 points between themselves, the rest of the team stepped up to the plate for a third successive game. 3 other players finished with double-digit scoring totals, while everyone barring Rodney Hood and Jordan Clarkson shot over 50% from the field.

The Cavaliers as a roster match up quite favorably with the Raptors, and they've used this to their fullest advantage. JR Smith continued to impress mightily with his defensive desire and effort, and he also scored 15 points on 8 shots (including 2-of-3 from downtown).