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The previous biggest comeback in the NBA Finals was 24 points, by the Boston Celtics against the Los Angeles Lakers in 2008.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Brent crude was down 0.8% to $92.40 a barrel, while WTI futures edged 0.7% lower to $89.43 a barrel after settling higher in the previous session.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
Seoul -- at the forefront of the region's tech-led rally to record highs -- shed more than one percent, having seen wild swings over the previous two days.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
His previous 10-year deal was reportedly worth $450m, with an additional $50m available in incentives.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
The previous night Brooklyn had demonstrated impressive natural spy skills, but if she wanted to be ready for a high-level operation in three weeks, she needed to prepare around the clock.
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
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