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LeBron James’ return to Cleveland as told by newspapers

Check out the front page of newspapers around the country following LeBron’s big decision.

Mike Ehrmann
Ricky O'Donnell
Ricky O'Donnell has covered basketball at all levels for more than a decade at SB Nation. He’s currently the Associate Director of Programming.

LeBron James made front-page news with his sudden decision to return to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday. Here’s how America’s newspapers framed James’ announcement:

Akron Beacon-Journal

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Miami Sun-Sentinel

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Canton Repository

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Cleveland Plain-Dealer

New York Post

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Boston Herald

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The News-Herald

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New York Daily News

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Cleveland Plain Dealer

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Miami Herald

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New York Times

Images courtesy of Newseum.org

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