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Boston Celtics vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: Analysis and Predictions for First-Round

LeBron James is leading the Cleveland Cavaliers back to the postseason, where a familiar foe awaits.

The Boston Celtics and Cavs squared off in the playoffs twice during James' first tenure in Cleveland. The four-time MVP also met up with Boston during his first two postseason runs with the Miami Heat.

Boston ended the Cavaliers' playoff hopes in 2008 and 2010, the second matchup encouraging James to head south for four years.

Of course, this is a dramatically different Celtics team.

Gone are the days of Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen.