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NFL Draft rumors: Carson Beck gets 1st round hype from personnel director

With the 2026 NFL Draft just over 24 hours away, one of the biggest questions surrounding the first round has to do with the number of quarterbacks who could hear their names called, with Fernando Mendoza a veritable lock to go number one overall, while Ty Simpson’s fate falls closer to 50-50. And yet, what […] The post NFL Draft rumors: Carson Beck gets 1st round hype from personnel director appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Browns pass on Carnell Tate, grab receiver in late 1st-round in ESPN mock draft

The 2026 NFL Draft is on Thursday night, and the Cleveland Browns contain two picks in the first round. Many insiders and mock drafts have shown the Browns drafting a receiver with at least one of the two first-round picks. In Matt Miller and Jeremy Fowler’s latest ESPN Mock Draft, they believe the Browns will […] The post Browns pass on Carnell Tate, grab receiver in late 1st-round in ESPN mock draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors’ Steve Kerr meeting with media agents amid coaching future uncertainty

The Golden State Warriors and the NBA world await Steve Kerr’s decision, as his future as the club’s head coach is uncertain after the 111-96 Play-In Tournament loss to the Phoenix Suns. If Kerr were to leave coaching, he would very likely have a job in media, and it sounds like he’s at least taking […] The post Warriors’ Steve Kerr meeting with media agents amid coaching future uncertainty appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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G-League star going back to college to play for Texas A&M

Texas A&M basketball installed offseason momentum by landing Cade Phillips of Tennessee. This time they added a new talent, but without plucking from a university via the College Basketball Transfer Portal. G-League star Bryson Warren is going back to school with Texas A&M. Warren chose the Aggies Wednesday, with DraftExpress helping reveal the move. The […] The post G-League star going back to college to play for Texas A&M appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brian Windhorst labels Rockets’ offense an ‘absolute disaster’ before Game 3

On Tuesday evening, the Houston Rockets fell behind 0-2 in their first round playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers with an ugly 101-94 loss in Game 2. The Rockets were playing from behind in this game from essentially the opening tip, and although things got interesting late, Houston didn’t have enough to beat a […] The post Brian Windhorst labels Rockets’ offense an ‘absolute disaster’ before Game 3 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Phillies’ Rob Thomson shares crucial JT Realmuto injury update after IL decision

The Philadelphia Phillies placed catcher JT Realmuto on the injured list with a back injury concern ahead of Wednesday’s game against the Chicago Cubs. Rob Thomson spoke with reporters closer to first pitch and shared an encouraging Realmuto update, via Charlotte Varnes of The Athletic. “Realmuto is sore, Rob Thomson said, and they expect it […] The post Phillies’ Rob Thomson shares crucial JT Realmuto injury update after IL decision appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dodgers rumors: Which prospect could Los Angeles trade before deadline?

Though the 2026 MLB season is just barely a month old, some are already looking forward to the trade deadline, where the Los Angeles Dodgers will absolutely be a player even if they maintain the best record in the NL. Breaking down early trade candidates for all 30 teams a little over three months before […] The post Dodgers rumors: Which prospect could Los Angeles trade before deadline? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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ESPN projects Cardinals to leapfrog Jets for Ty Simpson with Round 1 trade

We are so close to the 2026 NFL Draft that you can taste it. On Thursday night, fans are hoping to see a night filled with chaos. There have been rumors of many trades happening in Round 1 this year, and ESPN has projected a few of them in their latest mock draft by Matt […] The post ESPN projects Cardinals to leapfrog Jets for Ty Simpson with Round 1 trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kendrick Perkins predicts record DPOY run for Victor Wembanyama

The Victor Wembanyama era is here, and Kendrick Perkins believes that it could be around for a long time. This week, Wembanyama was awarded the NBA Defensive Player of the Year in a unanimous vote. The Spurs star is the first unanimous selection for the award and the youngest player ever to win at 22 […] The post Kendrick Perkins predicts record DPOY run for Victor Wembanyama appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Anthony Edwards gets encouraging status update before Game 3 vs. Nuggets

Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves snatched a crucial Game 2 win over the Denver Nuggets. This despite the NBA All-Star dealing with a bad knee. Will his ailment linger into Game 3? Insider Brett Siegel for ClutchPoints revealed an update ahead of the NBA Playoffs showdown. “The Timberwolves have listed Anthony Edwards as questionable […] The post Anthony Edwards gets encouraging status update before Game 3 vs. Nuggets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ Keldon Johnson seizes Sixth Man of the Year Award over Jaime Jaquez Jr., Tim Hardaway Jr.

San Antonio Spurs forward Keldon Johnson has been named the recipient of the John Havlicek Trophy as the 2025-26 Kia NBA Sixth Man of the Year for his contributions coming off the bench this season. For the second consecutive year, Johnson came off the bench in every game he played, and the 2025-26 season marked […] The post Spurs’ Keldon Johnson seizes Sixth Man of the Year Award over Jaime Jaquez Jr., Tim Hardaway Jr. appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lamine Yamal’s World Cup participation in jeopardy after PK injury

Lamine Yamal’s breakout season hit a concerning moment on Wednesday, as the Barcelona star left the pitch immediately after converting a penalty against Celta Vigo. The 18-year-old created the chance himself and calmly finished from the spot, but instead of celebrating, he dropped to the ground and signaled for medical attention, ESPN reports. Replays showed […] The post Lamine Yamal’s World Cup participation in jeopardy after PK injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Buccaneers’ perfect 2026 NFL Draft trade

Following an offseason filled with change, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers look like, at least on paper, a team that is worse than last year’s squad. Losing not one, but two franchise icons in wide receiver Mike Evans and linebacker Lavonte David, the Buccaneers have lost much more than the literal heart and soul of their […] The post Buccaneers’ perfect 2026 NFL Draft trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Onyeka Okongwu urges Hawks fans to get loud for Game 3

The Atlanta Hawks and New York Knicks are tied 1-1 going into Game 3 of their first-round matchup. With the next contest taking place in Atlanta, star center Onyeka Okongwu has a message for the fanbase. While talking with media members on Wednesday, Okongwu urged fans to be as loud as possible during Game 3, […] The post Onyeka Okongwu urges Hawks fans to get loud for Game 3 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks’ Mike Brown reveals biggest lesson learned from Game 2 loss to Hawks

The New York Knicks are heading to Atlanta for Game 3 against the Hawks as the series is tied 1-1. The Knicks were in the driver’s seat for most of Game 2 until down the stretch of the fourth quarter, when they let go of the rope. The Hawks were down as much as 12 […] The post Knicks’ Mike Brown reveals biggest lesson learned from Game 2 loss to Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Royals’ difficult season gets even worse with Maikel Garcia injury

The Kansas City Royals are getting some tough injury news. Infielder Maikel Garcia is hobbled with an elbow injury. It is the latest development in what has been a very difficult start to the season for the Royals. “Maikel Garcia left today’s game with right elbow soreness, the Royals said,” MLB.com reported on X, formerly […] The post Royals’ difficult season gets even worse with Maikel Garcia injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks fan Spike Lee catches wild stray from CJ McCollum before Game 3

CJ McCollum is the new public enemy No. 1 for the New York Knicks. The Atlanta Hawks star relentlessly heard boos inside Madison Square Garden. Spike Lee joined the NYK fans by trying to rattle him during their NBA Playoffs contest. McCollum left Knicks fans stunned by leading Atlanta to the Game 2 road win. […] The post Knicks fan Spike Lee catches wild stray from CJ McCollum before Game 3 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Angels’ José Soriano makes MLB history not seen since 1900

The hottest pitcher in Major League Baseball right now is right-handed starter Jose Soriano of the Los Angeles Angels. The man is literally unhittable at the moment, and across six starts to begin 2026, Soriano has allowed just one run. In fact, he’s been so dominant that we have not seen anyone do what he […] The post Angels’ José Soriano makes MLB history not seen since 1900 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning’s Brandon Hagel details how Panthers domination led to changes in Tampa Bay

Since losing to the Colorado Avalanche in the 2021-22 Stanley Cup final, the Tampa Bay Lightning have been bounced from the playoffs in the first round three years running. The Toronto Maple Leafs dispatched them in six games to cap off the 2022-23 campaign. Then, their in-state rivals, the Florida Panthers, bounced them in each […] The post Lightning’s Brandon Hagel details how Panthers domination led to changes in Tampa Bay appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ Aaron Boone has same Aaron Judge ABS frustrations that fans do

Winners of four in a row, the New York Yankees are looking to make it five straight. Defeating the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday night would not only give the Yankees a series win over their hated rivals but also solidify their lead at the top of the AL East. New York captain Aaron Judge […] The post Yankees’ Aaron Boone has same Aaron Judge ABS frustrations that fans do appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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5 2026 NFL Draft prospects with bust written all over their scouting profile

Selecting a bust in the NFL Draft can set a franchise back for years, if not longer. Teams need to hit on all of their draft picks, but especially their first-round selections. At the end of the day, though, sometimes even the most highly touted prospects fail to successfully make the transition from collegiate to […] The post 5 2026 NFL Draft prospects with bust written all over their scouting profile appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning HC Jon Cooper drops trio of injury updates ahead of Game 3 vs Canadiens

Fresh off tying their opening round Stanley Cup Playoffs series against the Montreal Canadiens at a game apiece, the Tampa Bay Lightning are preparing for the series shift up north. Winning Games 3 and 4 on the road would give the Lightning a chance to complete a series win at home in Game 5. Before […] The post Lightning HC Jon Cooper drops trio of injury updates ahead of Game 3 vs Canadiens appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Cavs think Jaylon Tyson is ‘due’ for breakout NBA playoff moment

Up two games on their opponents in their first-round NBA playoff series, the Cleveland Cavaliers are still building and adjusting on the fly against the Toronto Raptors. Part of that process is Jaylon Tyson learning life in the postseason, which has come with its ups and downs, but Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson and Jarrett […] The post Why Cavs think Jaylon Tyson is ‘due’ for breakout NBA playoff moment appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jeremiyah Love pitches himself as Commanders’ Jayden Daniels backfield partner

The 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh is finally here, and one of the most intriguing storylines of the first round is the potential landing spot for Notre Dame standout Jeremiyah Love, and the Commanders is one of them. After a dominant collegiate season in which he earned Unanimous All-American honors, Love has established himself as […] The post Jeremiyah Love pitches himself as Commanders’ Jayden Daniels backfield partner appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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