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Chris Finch doubles down on Victor Wembanyama’s blocks

On Monday, the Minnesota Timberwolves scraped by with a 104-102 win over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals. It wasn’t enough for the defensive-oriented Spurs, despite Victor Wembanyama making history with 12 blocks. However, Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch questioned the legitimacy of Wembanyama’s blocks, accusing him of goaltending […] The post Chris Finch doubles down on Victor Wembanyama’s blocks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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ESPN ranks Indiana football No. 1 winner of offseason

Despite facing doubters all season long, Indiana football continued to prove everyone wrong on its way to a national championship. The Hoosiers ran the table to finish 16-0, capping off a magical season under Curt Cignetti with a win over Miami (FL) in the title game. But Cignetti and company aren’t satisfied with just one […] The post ESPN ranks Indiana football No. 1 winner of offseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning GM gets 100% real on Stanley Cup window after Canadiens loss

The Tampa Bay Lightning were eliminated from the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs in the very first round. The Montreal Canadiens won Game 7 on Sunday to punch their ticket to the next round. Tampa Bay, however, has been one-and-done in each of the last four seasons. The Lightning won the Stanley Cup in 2020 and […] The post Lightning GM gets 100% real on Stanley Cup window after Canadiens loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dodgers’ Miguel Rojas shares eye-opening claim on Shohei Ohtani’s pitching

Coming off of three-straight MVPs and becoming the first player to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a season, there isn’t much left Shohei Ohtani has to prove. However, the Los Angeles Dodgers superstar does have one clear goal in mind. When Ohtani has been on the mound in 2026, he hasn’t […] The post Dodgers’ Miguel Rojas shares eye-opening claim on Shohei Ohtani’s pitching appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Emeka Egbuka reveals reason behind belief in ‘dangerous’ Buccaneers offense

After a rough ending to the 2025 NFL season, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers opted to add a new voice to their offense by replacing Josh Grizzard, who departed after just one year as offensive coordinator, with former Atlanta Falcons OC Zac Robinson as their new top offensive assistant. Discussing what Robinson brings to the table […] The post Emeka Egbuka reveals reason behind belief in ‘dangerous’ Buccaneers offense appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fever’s Caitlin Clark shares true feelings on looming opener vs. Wings

The WNBA season is about to begin, and the Indiana Fever have a season opener against the Dallas Wings on May 9. It will be Caitlin Clark’s first regular-season contest since July 15, 2025, when she suffered a season-ending groin injury. On Tuesday, Clark opened up about how she is approaching the first game of […] The post Fever’s Caitlin Clark shares true feelings on looming opener vs. Wings appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tigers’ Framber Valdez ejected after benches clear vs. Red Sox

The Detroit Tigers and Boston Red Sox are squaring off in the middle game of a three-game set on Tuesday night. After Boston won Game 1, they were looking for their second series win under interim manager Chad Tracey. Tigers starter Framber Valdez was tattooed by the Red Sox offense, and was then ejected after […] The post Tigers’ Framber Valdez ejected after benches clear vs. Red Sox appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Giants manager Tony Vitello asks Little League parents to watch Luis Arraez

The San Francisco Giants earned a needed win Monday night, and manager Tony Vitello used the moment to praise Luis Arraez for a performance rooted in fundamentals, awareness, and execution. Arraez played a central role in the Giants’ victory over the San Diego Padres, finishing with two doubles and two runs scored. His production helped […] The post Giants manager Tony Vitello asks Little League parents to watch Luis Arraez appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blackhawks already open to trading pick after 2026 NHL Draft Lottery

The 2026 NHL Draft Lottery was conducted on Tuesday night. And it was the Toronto Maple Leafs who won the first overall pick. The Chicago Blackhawks had the third-highest odds to win the lottery. However, they will pick fourth in the 2026 NHL Draft. At least, Kyle Davidson currently holds the fourth pick. The Blackhawks […] The post Blackhawks already open to trading pick after 2026 NHL Draft Lottery appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tigers’ perfect trade offer for Sandy Alcantara after Tarik Skubal injury

It was recently revealed that Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal will undergo surgery to remove loose bodies in his left elbow. He could miss two to three months with the injury concern. It is an unfortunate blow for Skubal and the Tigers to say the least. Detroit is looking to compete for the postseason regardless, […] The post Tigers’ perfect trade offer for Sandy Alcantara after Tarik Skubal injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Avalanche-Wild Game 2 picks up where Game 1 left off with two quick goals

The Colorado Avalanche and Minnesota Wild combined for 15 goals in Game 1 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs matchup. It is far and away the highest-scoring game of the playoffs to this point. Just two days after Colorado’s 9-6 win, the two teams are back at it. Avalanche forward Martin Necas and Wild forward Kirill […] The post Avalanche-Wild Game 2 picks up where Game 1 left off with two quick goals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics’ Jaylen Brown fined $50,000 for critical comments after Game 7 loss to 76ers

After taking some time on his livestream after Game 7 to criticize the officiating in the Boston Celtics’ Game 7 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, Jaylen Brown has officially been fined $50,000 for publicly criticizing the NBA. “Boston Celtics guard-forward Jaylen Brown has been fined $50,000 for public criticism of the officiating, it was announced […] The post Celtics’ Jaylen Brown fined $50,000 for critical comments after Game 7 loss to 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder HC Mark Daigneault isn’t taking Lakers lightly in Game 1 despite lopsided odds

The Oklahoma City Thunder is taking on the Los Angeles Lakers in the second round of the playoffs after sweeping the Phoenix Suns in Round 1. Although OKC is considered a huge favorite for Game 1 against L.A., head coach Mark Daigneault is not taking his opponent lightly on Tuesday. While talking with media members […] The post Thunder HC Mark Daigneault isn’t taking Lakers lightly in Game 1 despite lopsided odds appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Masai Ujiri responds if he would have made Luka Doncic trade

Longtime NBA general manager Masai Ujiri is gearing up for his new gig as GM of the Dallas Mavericks. A position that carries a heavy stigma following the infamous trade of Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in 2025. On Tuesday, Uriji was asked whether or not he would have made the trade, per […] The post Masai Ujiri responds if he would have made Luka Doncic trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has learned about Shohei Ohtani during offensive struggles

The Los Angeles Dodgers continue to navigate Shohei Ohtani’s offensive woes early this May, and manager Dave Roberts offered insight Tuesday into what he has learned about the superstar during his struggles at the plate amid the club’s current three-game series with the Houston Astros. Roberts addressed reporters before the second game of the set […] The post What Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has learned about Shohei Ohtani during offensive struggles appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Matthew Schaefer, Ivan Demidov among finalists for NHL’s Calder Trophy

Montreal Canadiens fans had a rough night watching the Toronto Maple Leafs win the 2026 Draft Lottery, but a small consolation is seeing their young star Ivan Demidov be a Calder Trophy finalist alongside New York Islanders’ defenseman Matthew Schaefer and Anaheim Ducks forward Beckett Sennecke. Schaefer feels like the runaway favorite to win after […] The post Matthew Schaefer, Ivan Demidov among finalists for NHL’s Calder Trophy appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mats Sundin’s immediate reaction to winning 2026 NHL Draft Lottery

The Toronto Maple Leafs won the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery in a stunning result. Toronto finished with the fifth-highest odds of winning the lottery. It’s a massive boon for Mats Sundin and John Chayka, who took over the Maple Leafs front office only a couple days ago. The Maple Leafs will kick off the NHL […] The post Mats Sundin’s immediate reaction to winning 2026 NHL Draft Lottery appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Clemson HC Dabo Swinney takes subtle dig at Notre Dame with ‘money machine’ quip

Clemson football was arguably the top dog in all of college football in the late 2010s, winning multiple titles with a couple of epic victories over Nick Saban and Alabama in the national title game. Now, however, Dabo Swinney and company have fallen on harder times. The Tigers lost four games in each of the […] The post Clemson HC Dabo Swinney takes subtle dig at Notre Dame with ‘money machine’ quip appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers HC JJ Redick admits harsh truth about Thunder matchup

The Los Angeles Lakers are taking on the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of the playoffs after defeating the Houston Rockets in the previous series. With Game 1 tipping off on Tuesday, head coach JJ Redick shared a true statement about the club’s harsh reality playing against Oklahoma City. While talking with media […] The post Lakers HC JJ Redick admits harsh truth about Thunder matchup appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The reason Astros star Carlos Correa is not starting vs. Dodgers

The Houston Astros are set to host the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night. However, they will be without veteran Carlos Correa, who was reportedly scratched from the lineup before the game due to an ankle injury. “Correa apparently injured the ankle during batting practice — the second day in a row the Astros have […] The post The reason Astros star Carlos Correa is not starting vs. Dodgers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Stefon Diggs’ lawyer releases statement after not guilty ruling

Following the verdict in former New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs’s assault trial, Diggs’s lawyer, Mitch Schuster, spoke out. On Tuesday, Diggs was found not guilty in a December 2 assault of Jamila Adams via a pay dispute. In the lawsuit, Adams, who served as Diggs’s live-in personal chef, said that Diggs slapped and […] The post Stefon Diggs’ lawyer releases statement after not guilty ruling appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Kobe Bryant was Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ‘first big role model’

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will be public enemy number one for Los Angeles Lakers fans during the Western Conference Semifinals, but the Oklahoma City Thunder superstar holds no ill-will for the Purple and Gold. Actually, one of the franchise’s most iconic players had a significant impact on No. 2’s approach to the game. “Kobe Bryant was my […] The post Why Kobe Bryant was Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ‘first big role model’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers vs. Knicks 2026 NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 2 prediction, odds, pick

We are back for another NBA Playoff betting prediction and pick, and it’s time for Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals between the Philadelphia 76ers and New York Knicks on Wednesday. The Philadelphia 76ers started off the series with a dud in Game 1 and will look to tie things up against the red-hot […] The post 76ers vs. Knicks 2026 NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 2 prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Joe Espada’s concerning Yainer Diaz injury update will catch Astros fans’ attention

Houston Astros Yainer Diaz suffered an unfortunate left oblique strain injury on Monday during batting practice. With Diaz on the 10-day IL, manager Joe Espada shared a concerning update about the five-year veteran. Espada claimed that Diaz, who is 27 years old, is going to miss a good chunk of time because of the injury, […] The post Joe Espada’s concerning Yainer Diaz injury update will catch Astros fans’ attention appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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