Raptors vs. Pacers, NBA playoffs 2016: Time, TV schedule and live stream

The Raptors are just one step away from advancing to the second round of the NBA playoffs for the second time in franchise history. After a gutsy win in Toronto in Game 5, they now have the chance to close the series on the road on Friday.

It looked like the Raptors were about to squander their home court advantage on Tuesday, as the Pacers dropped 35 points on them in the first quarter and went into the final period leading by 13 points. Then all of a sudden everything started clicking and after a 15-2 run, the game was tied. Indiana's offense continued to sputter while Toronto got the lead. After a 25-9 quarter, the Raptors came away with an unexpected crucial victory.

Getting the win was huge but the way it came along was almost as important for Toronto. Not only did they fought their way back into a game that seemed out of their reach but they also had a terrific performance by DeMar DeRozan, who had struggled greatly in past matchups. The star shooting guard finished with 34 points in 22 shots and was instrumental in keeping the Raptors in the game before the fourth quarter. If DeRozan can continue to produce like that, it's hard to imagine Toronto losing the series.

The Pacers' hopes lie with Paul George, the biggest star in the matchup. George had 39 points in Game 5 and is averaging almost 29 points while shooting 47 percent from the field and 42 percent from beyond the arc. He's getting it done on both ends, keeping DeRozan under control until Tuesday. He will have to have a monster performance for Indiana to force a Game 7, but he won't be able to do it alone. The role players will have to step up or the Pacers' season could come to an end.

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