LeBron inspired, Warriors wary after Irving surgery (AFP)

LeBron James takes inspiration from those dismissing the Cleveland Cavaliers' championship hopes after losing Kyrie Irving, while the Golden State Warriors are wary of overconfidence in the NBA Finals. All-Star guard Irving underwent surgery Saturday to repair the left kneecap he fractured in a 108-100 loss to Golden State in Thursday's opener of the best-of-seven series. "With Kyrie out, people are writing us off.