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James scores eight points as 76ers fall to Cavaliers in Cleveland

The Philadelphia 76ers lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers 119-96 in an NBA Cup game.

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At a glance

  • 76ers lost 119-96 to the Cavaliers in an NBA Cup game
  • James finished with eight points on 3-for-12 shooting
  • James had seven turnovers in the game
  • It was James's third return to Cleveland in a different uniform

LeBron James had a difficult night in his return to Cleveland, recording eight points on 3-for-12 shooting and seven turnovers as the Philadelphia 76ers fell to the Cavaliers 119-96 in an NBA Cup game on Friday.

It was James's third appearance in Cleveland wearing a different NBA uniform.

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