# Reacting to the Cavs’ season staying alive with Game 7 victory over the Raptors

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Podcast: [Wine and Gold Talk Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/wine-and-gold-talk-podcast-902250)
Published: 2026-05-04T08:44:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins dive into the Cavs securing a Game 7 victory over the Toronto Raptors to advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals, overcoming a sluggish first half through heightened intensity and a dominant, season-saving performance by Jarrett Allen. Looking ahead to their second-round matchup against the Detroit Pistons, the podcast hosts anticipate a gritty, highly physical "rock fight" shaped by tactical battles between current head coach Kenny Atkinson and former Cavaliers coach J.B. Bickerstaff. Despite Cleveland's advancement, the guys note that lingering concerns remain regarding the team's consistency and ultimately cast doubt on whether any deeply flawed Eastern Conference team can truly contend for an NBA championship against the Western Conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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