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Daily News - May 3, 2015

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Joakim Noah likely to continue trolling LeBron James, vulnerable Cleveland Cavaliers
Author: Chris Haynes
Publication: Cleveland.com

CLEVELAND, Ohio – For years Joakim Noah of the Chicago Bulls has tried to get under the skin of LeBron James.

Whether it has been swiping at the star after the whistle, issuing hard fouls or his personal favorite of trash talking, he's going to do whatever it takes to be a nuisance.

Having never won a playoff series against a LeBron-led team, this year appears to be Chicago's best shot against the shorthanded Cavaliers. Kevin Love out for the season and JR Smith suspended the first two games places Cleveland in an unfamiliar situation. - CLICK HERE to read full story.

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love faced with crucial decision leading up to offseason
Author: Chris Haynes
Publication: Cleveland.com

CLEVELAND, Ohio – Following season-ending shoulder surgery, Kevin Love will soon face a difficult decision to ponder when it comes to his future earnings and his team of preference.

Although Love struggled to find a level of consistency throughout the season with the Cavaliers, his presence on the court helped space the floor and was a crucial element to why Cleveland's offense was crisp and domineering.

His numbers suffered, but his sacrifices elevated the team. In time we'll find out if Love has any more sacrificing left. - CLICK HERE to read full story.

Why LeBron James' history of playoff triumphs over the Chicago Bulls matters little now
Author: Joe Vardon
Publication: Cleveland.com

INDEPENDENCE, Ohio – For the first time in a week, the Cavaliers practiced Saturday to prepare for a specific opponent.

In this case, the Chicago Bulls.

While the Cavs have been idle in the postseason since completing a four-game sweep of Boston Sunday, Chicago didn't book its ticket to the Eastern Conference semifinals until it finally rid itself of the Milwaukee Bucks Thursday night.

The time to speculate has ceased, the Eastern Conference playoff series of fate is set. Cavs, Bulls, Game 1 at The Q. Monday night. - CLICK HERE to read full story.

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