NBA Playoffs 2019: 3 Talking points from Milwaukee Bucks vs Toronto Raptors - Game 6

#1 Next up, the Warriors

The Raptors will face the Warriors in the Finals

The Raptors' next opponent is the defending champion. The Raptors will face Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals.

The Warriors have been resting since Monday after sweeping the Portland Trail Blazers in the Western Conference Finals. Game 4 went into overtime but the Warriors showed why they are the champions. Stephen Curry and Draymond Green both tallied triple-doubles in this game and helped lead their team to victory. Curry had 37 points, 13 rebounds, and 11 assists. Green had 18 points, 14 rebounds, and 11 assists. Both players stepped up when their team needed them the most and secured the Warriors' win. Their win led to the Warriors' fifth straight NBA Finals.

Now, the Warriors have their opponent. They face a team that beat them 2-0 in the season series. In November, the Raptors beat the Warriors 131-128 in overtime. Then, they beat the Warriors in December. They won 113-93. The Raptors beat the Warriors in the regular season but the NBA Finals are a different story. However, Toronto have a chance to win the series.

With Kevin Durant's status in the air, the Warriors may not have him for the start of the series. Durant last played in Game 5 of the Semifinals against the Rockets. The Warriors have played well without him but he is an important part of the Warriors. If he returns, he gives the Warriors an advantage.

The NBA Finals begin on May 30th. So, both teams have time to rest. The Warriors have 10 days and the Raptors have five. Regardless, both teams should use their time wisely.

The series between the Raptors and the Warriors will be a good one. While the Warriors have more experience, Toronto have the desire to win. This series will go to the team that wants it more.