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A Lakers-lose blog, a guide covering what you need to know about MCU's Loki, and a new video series from Wosny Lambre that combines NBA and fashion!

The Suns Dethrone the Lakers, Leading to an Offseason of Tough Questions

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Phoenix booked a showdown with Nikola Jokic while the defending champs unraveled in their repeat quest, likely confirming they will look very different next season.

[Dan Devine takes a look at the Lakers’ loss in the first round of the NBA playoffs.]

Before His Disney+ Series, a Recap of Loki’s MCU Journey

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Aside from the Avengers, no one has had as big an impact on the MCU as the God of Mischief. Now that he’s getting his own spotlight, let’s look back on all the mayhem he’s been a part of.

[Join Jomi Adeniran as he takes us through a Loki primer before the premiere of his namesake show.]

Aaron Rodgers, Julio Jones, and the Limitations of an NFL Trade Demand

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The Packers quarterback and Falcons wide receiver have provided some fun fodder with their offseason exploits, but they’re unlikely to force their teams to grant their wishes.

[Nora Princiotti on the limitations of demanding an NFL trade.]

On the Premiere of Full Court Fits: The LeBron 8 South Beach Release Date, and Pablo Torre on Stephen A.’s Fashion

Welcome to Full Court Fits, The Ringer's new weekly series hosted by Wosny Lambre that takes you around the world of NBA tunnel looks!

How Mythic Quest Is Breaking the Sitcom Mold

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“Backstory!,” Friday’s C.W. Longbottom–centric episode, is a spiritual successor to last season’s excellent “A Dark Quiet Death.” But don’t call either of them “departures” for the daring young series.

[Ben Lindbergh recaps the latest episode of Mythic Quest.]

Grit and Grind Is Ready to Evolve

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The young Grizzlies didn’t get far in their first postseason, but against the Jazz they showed a blend of old and new that could one day bring them further than their predecessors.

[Join Seerat Sohi as she looks toward Memphis’ future.]

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—Mark Orlando, Burning Love

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The Suns Dethrone the Lakers, Leading to an Offseason of Tough Questions

Before His Disney+ Series, a Recap of Loki’s MCU Journey

Aaron Rodgers, Julio Jones, and the Limitations of an NFL Trade Demand

On the Premiere of Full Court Fits: The LeBron 8 South Beach Release Date, and Pablo Torre on Stephen A.’s Fashion

How Mythic Quest Is Breaking the Sitcom Mold

Grit and Grind Is Ready to Evolve

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