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How magical Steph Curry edged Raptors to keep NBA title hopes alive as Kevin Durant injured again

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) shoots while defended by Toronto Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard (2) during the third quarter in game five of the 2019 NBA Finals at Scotiabank Arena. [Courtesy]

Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson combined for three 3-pointers in the final three minutes, and the Golden State Warriors held on to defeat the Toronto Raptors 106-105 Monday night in Game 5 to stay alive in the NBA Finals.

The Raptors attempted a title-winning shot, but Kyle Lowry's 3-point try from the corner hit the side of the backboard at the buzzer.

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