Max Strus delivered a standout performance in Game 1 against the Raptors, contributing 24 points on 8-of-10 shooting, including four from beyond the arc. Coming off the bench, Strus added three rebounds and maintained a +8 efficiency in his 24 minutes of play, echoing his previous playoff heroics reminiscent of his tenure with the Miami Heat. His sharpshooting could play a pivotal role as the series progresses.