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Payton Pritchard’s savage mic drop on Joel Embiid’s return after 32-point shellacking

The Boston Celtics extended their series lead to 3-1 after a 128-96 Game 4 win against the Philadelphia 76ers. Similar to their Game 1 win, the Celtics dominated from start to finish, even though the 76ers had some extra help in this one. Joel Embiid returned to the floor after recovering from his appendectomy, and […] The post Payton Pritchard’s savage mic drop on Joel Embiid’s return after 32-point shellacking appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blazers’ historic playoff choke jobs vs. Spurs can’t be good for Tiago Splitter’s job security

On Sunday afternoon, the Portland Trail Blazers fell behind 3-1 in their first round playoff series against the San Antonio Spurs with a tough 114-93 loss at home. Amazingly, the Blazers actually led this game by 19 points at one point in the contest, but they quickly fell apart from there, with the Spurs engineering […] The post Blazers’ historic playoff choke jobs vs. Spurs can’t be good for Tiago Splitter’s job security appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Steelers’ Drew Allar pick perplexes Bruce Feldman amid ‘performance anxiety’ criticism

The Pittsburgh Steelers used the 76th overall pick, acquired through the George Pickens trade with Dallas, to select Penn State quarterback Drew Allar. A polarizing prospect with impressive physical attributes, Allar finished his collegiate career with over 7,400 passing yards and 61 touchdowns. Despite suffering an ankle injury that shortened his 2025 season, he made […] The post Steelers’ Drew Allar pick perplexes Bruce Feldman amid ‘performance anxiety’ criticism appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Reds’ Terry Francona shares crucial injury update after Tigers series

The Cincinnati Reds were defeated 8-3 by the Detroit Tigers on Sunday, but Cincinnati still earned a 2-1 series win. After the series, Reds manager Terry Francona shared an update on starting pitcher Nick Lodolo, who is dealing with a blister on his left index finger. “Update from Terry Francona postgame on Nick Lodolo. Said […] The post Reds’ Terry Francona shares crucial injury update after Tigers series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers’ LeBron James reaches historic playoff milestone that easily clears Kareem, Michael Jordan

On Sunday night, the Los Angeles Lakers dropped their first game of the postseason with an ugly 115-96 loss to the Houston Rockets in Game 4 of their series. The loss extends the series for at least another game and sets up a Game 5 in Los Angeles later this week. It was a rough […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James reaches historic playoff milestone that easily clears Kareem, Michael Jordan appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rockets’ Alperen Sengun jokes about messing up pre-Game 4 motivational speech that saved season

On Sunday evening, the Houston Rockets kept their season alive with a blowout Game 5 win over the Los Angeles Lakers by a score of 115-96. It was a much-needed comfortable win for a Rockets team that had found some unique ways to lose in the first three games of this series. This game marked […] The post Rockets’ Alperen Sengun jokes about messing up pre-Game 4 motivational speech that saved season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ Jasson Dominguez replacing Luis Gil after demotion

The New York Yankees could not complete the sweep of the Houston Astros, losing 7-4 to the Astros on Sunday. Luis Gil did not pitch well, giving up six runs in four innings, leading to Gil being demoted right after the game. Now, the Yankees have decided who to bring up from the minors in […] The post Yankees’ Jasson Dominguez replacing Luis Gil after demotion appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jaxson Dart gushes over mom for new Mother’s Day blanket collaboration

Just in time for Mother’s Day, New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart is celebrating his mom, Kara, with a new collaboration with a blanket company. Dart is teaming up with Minky Couture just in time for Mother’s Day. In the promo, Dart raved about his mother while donning a baby blue suit. View this post […] The post Jaxson Dart gushes over mom for new Mother’s Day blanket collaboration appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Browns’ loaded 2026 draft class universally lauded among NFL’s best

The Cleveland Browns dominated during the 2026 NFL Draft. Cleveland put their war chest of draft picks to good use, adding multiple playmakers on both sides of the ball. Now the Browns are receiving almost universal praise from analysts for their excellent draft haul. Cleveland’s 2026 draft class has already received praise from multiple national […] The post Browns’ loaded 2026 draft class universally lauded among NFL’s best appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Owen Power reveals how Sabres dominated Bruins in Game 4

The Buffalo Sabres relinquished home-ice advantage in their first-round series with the Boston Bruins after losing Game 2 at home last week — but they’ve taken it back and then some after a dominant couple of contests at TD Garden. The Sabres shellacked the Bruins 6-1 in Massachusetts on Sunday afternoon in Game 4, opening […] The post Owen Power reveals how Sabres dominated Bruins in Game 4 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA rumors: Momentum builds for 18-team draft lottery, but tanking questions persist

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has said tanking is a real problem, and he declared that the league would fix what many fans believe to be an increasingly prevalent issue in the modern era. But actually fixing tanking appears to be remarkably complicated. In part due to a draft class that is being lauded as one […] The post NBA rumors: Momentum builds for 18-team draft lottery, but tanking questions persist appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Timberwolves vs. Nuggets 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 5 prediction, odds, pick

We are back for another NBA Playoff betting prediction and pick, and it’s time for Game 5 as the Minnesota Timberwolves visit the Denver Nuggets on Monday. The three-seeded Nuggets look to avoid elimination as they are in a 3-1 when they play host to the visiting Timberwolves in Game 5. Check our NBA odds […] The post Timberwolves vs. Nuggets 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 5 prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets’ Brett Baty makes unwanted ABS history in embarrassing Rockies sweep

New York Mets third baseman Brett Baty made unwanted history during Sunday’s doubleheader against the Colorado Rockies, becoming the first batter in Major League Baseball to have a bases-loaded walk overturned into an inning-ending called third strike under the league’s automated ball-strike (ABS) challenge system. In the first inning of the opener, plate umpire Ryan […] The post Mets’ Brett Baty makes unwanted ABS history in embarrassing Rockies sweep appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers’ Luka Doncic will foot bill for any Adou Thiero fine after controversial ejection

The Los Angeles Lakers were not able to complete the sweep against the Houston Rockets, as they lost 115-96 in Game 4. Though it wasn’t their best performance, it was something else that seemed to bother the Lakers toward the end of the game, and it was the ejection of Adou Thiero. With less than […] The post Lakers’ Luka Doncic will foot bill for any Adou Thiero fine after controversial ejection appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What Ravens GM Eric DeCosta said about failing to replace Tyler Linderbaum in draft

The Baltimore Ravens’ 2026 NFL Draft class added 11 new players, but one particular selection stands out due to its unique backstory from the owner’s suite. General Manager Eric DeCosta revealed that owner Steve Bisciotti personally chose Clemson running back Adam Randall in the fifth round. Bisciotti had been playfully “begging” for a draft pick […] The post What Ravens GM Eric DeCosta said about failing to replace Tyler Linderbaum in draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Bruce Feldman thinks Giants fans should be ‘over the moon’ about 2026 NFL Draft coup

The New York Giants exited the 2026 NFL Draft with seven new players. One of them already has pundits around the NFL world gushing. With their fifth overall pick, the Giants landed linebacker Arvell Reese. His addition should make New York fans ecstatic, argues Bruce Feldman of The Athletic. “Arvell Reese falling to the Giants […] The post Why Bruce Feldman thinks Giants fans should be ‘over the moon’ about 2026 NFL Draft coup appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers’ Joel Embiid knew something was wrong with him when he ‘couldn’t poop’

Less than three weeks ago, Joel Embiid was facing a medical emergency that called into question his status for the remainder of the campaign. Fast forward to Sunday night, and the future Hall of Fame center is trying to help the Philadelphia 76ers save their season. He is still processing this hectic series of events, […] The post 76ers’ Joel Embiid knew something was wrong with him when he ‘couldn’t poop’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Bruce Feldman thinks Buccaneers got steal of 2026 NFL Draft

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers made some great moves during the 2026 NFL Draft. Tampa was shocked to land Rueben Bain Jr. in the first round. They followed that up by getting great value at a few other points throughout the draft. The Buccaneers are now receiving plenty of praise from national analysts after their strong […] The post Why Bruce Feldman thinks Buccaneers got steal of 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Golden Knights’ John Tortorella not at all worried despite 2-1 deficit vs. Mammoth

The Vegas Golden Knights have lost back-to-back games to the Utah Mammoth in Round 1 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs to trail the series 2-1 — but head coach John Tortorella isn’t fazed ahead of Game 4 on Monday night. “I think they feel very comfortable in this situation,” the bench boss told reporters, […] The post Golden Knights’ John Tortorella not at all worried despite 2-1 deficit vs. Mammoth appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Rams made biggest mistake of 2026 NFL Draft with Ty Simpson pick

The Los Angeles Rams came into the NFL Draft with a chance to make major improvements to a roster that was just a play or two from playing for a Super Bowl last season. The Rams had the Atlanta Falcons’ first-round pick from the James Pearce Jr. trade during the 2025 draft, so Sean McVay […] The post Why Rams made biggest mistake of 2026 NFL Draft with Ty Simpson pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NFL DB coach has concerning intel on Raiders’ Jermod McCoy’s knee

The NFL’s journey of the newly acquired Raiders’ player Jermod McCoy took an unexpected turn when the process began. Initially projected to be a mid-first-round pick, the standout cornerback from Tennessee saw his stock plummet just days before the draft due to a series of medical concerns. Although his ACL had technically healed, reports from Ian […] The post NFL DB coach has concerning intel on Raiders’ Jermod McCoy’s knee appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Injured WWE star breaks silence after sudden release before her return

While she was on the mend and nearing her return from her leg injury, WWE let Zoey Stark go as part of the latest round of releases from the company. Stark is taking it on the chin, and she has thanked WWE for making a “young girl’s dream come true.” She appreciated the company’s support […] The post Injured WWE star breaks silence after sudden release before her return appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tennessee basketball rumors: Volunteers emerge as Juke Harris leader, with NBA Draft catch

Tennessee basketball didn’t like the way their season ended in the NCAA Tournament, and they’re looking to do as much recruiting to avenge themselves next season. They’ve had their eyes on a few players, with one of them being Wake Forest guard Juke Harris. Michigan, North Carolina and Tennessee are the three schools that have […] The post Tennessee basketball rumors: Volunteers emerge as Juke Harris leader, with NBA Draft catch appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Julius Erving drops mic with NBA Slam Dunk Contest suggestion that could save it

The once-popular NBA Slam Dunk Contest is now on its way toward irrelevance. However, NBA great Julius Erving has come up with a mic-dropping suggestion to save the contest. Erving, 50, is the first-ever Slam Dunk contest winner and recently opened up to TMZ with a way of saving it. When asked about his way […] The post Julius Erving drops mic with NBA Slam Dunk Contest suggestion that could save it appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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