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In the July 6 newsletter:
Our staff predict the NBA Finals, an oral history of Terminator 2: Judgment Day, and the history of Marvel's Black Widow character.

The NBA Finals are finally here and FanDuel Sportsbook has a championship offer. During the Finals, new users can bet $5 to win $150 on either the Bucks or Suns to win the next game. There are more ways to win on FanDuel during the NBA Finals.

The 2021 NBA Finals Entrance Survey

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What’s the most intriguing story line in Bucks-Suns? Who is the biggest X factor? And which team will ultimately prevail? The Ringer’s NBA staff weighs in with their bold predictions.

[Ahead of tonight's Game 1, join our staff as they make their best predictions for what's ahead in the NBA Finals.]

The History (and Beyond) of the Black Widow

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Scarlett Johansson’s MCU character has been due for a proper spotlight for a long time—but you could say the same about the comics version of Natasha Romanoff.

[Daniel Chin on the backstory of Marvel's Black Widow.]

The NBA Finals Hinge on Giannis’s Bum Knee

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The two-time MVP will have an effect on the outcome of Bucks-Suns, whether he plays or not.

[Rob Mahoney on the All-Star's injury and what it means for the Finals.]

Independence Day Most Rewatchable Scene | The Rewatchables

Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Ryan and Shea Serrano to discuss which scenes from the iconic ’90s summer blockbuster are the most rewatchable.

An Oral History of Terminator 2: Judgment Day

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Three decades ago, James Cameron, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Linda Hamilton joined forces again to make the biggest, baddest, most eye-popping sequel ever. Here’s the story of how the machines took over Hollywood.

[Join Alan Siegel as he gives an inside look at the making of Terminator 2 with the cast and crew.]

Will the Hawks Become the New Model for NBA Rebuilds?

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Atlanta just missed the Finals, but it hasn’t missed on a draft pick in years. Without Luka or luck, GM Travis Schlenk just pulled off one of the most impressive makeovers in recent memory.

[Jonathan Tjarks looks ahead for the Hawks.]

“My name’s Forrest Gump. People call me Forrest Gump.”
—Forrest Gump, Forrest Gump

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The Ringer - 🏀 Get Ready for the NBA Finals 🏀

The 2021 NBA Finals Entrance Survey

The History (and Beyond) of the Black Widow

The NBA Finals Hinge on Giannis’s Bum Knee

Independence Day Most Rewatchable Scene | The Rewatchables

An Oral History of Terminator 2: Judgment Day

Will the Hawks Become the New Model for NBA Rebuilds?

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