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Thomas joins team in Cleveland

By Sun-Times Wire

Not sure yet if he’ll play, but I do know Tyrus Thomas is in Cleveland because he was on my flight.

I have to say I was surprised when I boarded the aircraft and saw Thomas sitting in first class.

He indicated he was feeling better and it appears he will try to play tonight when the Bulls play the Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena.

Our flight landed at 3:30 p.m., so he won’t have much time to rest at the team hotel before heading to the arena.

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