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Their big get was Rohan Ramadas, from the … New Orleans Pelicans, a team that made the playoffs only twice in the last eight seasons.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 12, 2026

The team did not make the NFL playoffs last year for the first time in 10 season.

From BBC Aug. 12, 2026

The brand became a go-to vendor for last-minute seats to Beyoncé, Broadway and the baseball playoffs.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 11, 2026

But star Nneka Ogwumike is still focused on reaching the playoffs.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 10, 2026

Football cheer season is almost over—two games left and then the playoffs if we make it—which means basketball preseason is in full effect: I had four hours of conditioning this morning.

From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone




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