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Brian Windhorst, ESPN Senior Writer 9y

Kevin Love returns to Cavs' lineup

NBA, Cleveland Cavaliers, Chicago Bulls

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love returned Monday night against the Chicago Bulls after missing a game with back spasms.

Love got the start for the Cavaliers after being listed Love as a game-time decision.

"I feel good," Love said after participating in Monday's shootaround. "With how I responded in practice, I believe [I'll play]. I'm happy it's just a spasm. It's something you treat day by day."

Love has had two bouts with back spasms this season -- the first time he's dealt with them in his career. He believes he will be able to manage the issue.

"It's something that if it comes down to it I can play with," Love said. "We'll just keep trying to prevent it."

Iman Shumpert, who hasn't played with the Cavs since they acquired him in a trade two weeks ago, participated in practice Monday morning as he nears a return from a dislocated shoulder he suffered last month as a member of the New York Knicks.

The Cavs said Shumpert would be re-evaluated this week but have yet to announce an update on his condition.

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