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Raptors' Pascal Siakam dominates Golden State Warriors in third quarter

By Connor Grott
Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (L) drives by Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (R) during the first half of Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday night at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Canada. Photo by Larry W. Smith/EPA-EFE
Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (L) drives by Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (R) during the first half of Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday night at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Canada. Photo by Larry W. Smith/EPA-EFE

May 30 (UPI) -- Toronto forward Pascal Siakam ignited the Raptors with an impressive performance during the third quarter in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday night.

Raptors superstar Kawhi Leonard struggled in the opening three periods, shooting 4-of-12 from the floor with 18 points and six rebounds. Due to Leonard's offensive woes, Siakam handled the scoring load and helped Toronto maintain its lead during a crucial stretch.

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Siakam scored 14 of his 26 points in the third frame, which included a stretch of nine consecutive made field goals. His 26 points led the Raptors through the first three quarters.

Siakam has converted 11-of-13 shots, including 2-of-3 shots from deep, with five rebounds, four assists, one block and a steal.

The Raptors led the Golden State Warriors 88-81 at the end of the third quarter. Stephen Curry led the Warriors with 26 points on 6-of-14 shooting.

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