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LeBron's Return To Cleveland

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LeBron James returned to Cleveland for the first time as an opposing player on Thursday, as the Miami Heat took on his former team, the Cavaliers. Once worshipped in Ohio, LeBron faced a slew of ill-tempered fans who were still bitter about his "Decision" to take his talents to South Beach last summer. But he thrived amid the arena full of constant boos, and tallied 38 points, eight assists and five rebounds in Miami's 118-90 win.

As for his hometown reception? Well, here's a look at Cleveland's "welcome."

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