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LSU’s Zavion Thomas reveals deep familial Saints fandom before 2026 NFL Draft

The 2026 NFL Draft is just around the corner, and for Louisiana State University wide receiver Zavion Thomas, the possibility of staying home is becoming a very real, and potentially very wet reality. Thomas recently took a Top 30 visit to the New Orleans Saints, a franchise that holds a legendary status in his household. […] The post LSU’s Zavion Thomas reveals deep familial Saints fandom before 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hawks’ CJ McCollum has become the ‘new’ Trae Young for angry Knicks fans

A few years ago, the Atlanta Hawks had a villain on their roster. Star point guard Trae Young had a knack for getting under the skin of other teams’ fans. No fanbase hated Young more than the New York Knicks. In what became Young’s signature moment, the former Hawks guard traumatized Knicks fans with his […] The post Hawks’ CJ McCollum has become the ‘new’ Trae Young for angry Knicks fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo drops a cryptic follow-up to ‘Thank you’ message

The coming weeks will be very critical for Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks as they try to find a win-win situation for both camps following a forgettable season. The Bucks are open to listening again to trade offers for Antetokounmpo. The two-time MVP has sent mixed signals about his future in Milwaukee, but on […] The post Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo drops a cryptic follow-up to ‘Thank you’ message appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Adam Schefter could see Chiefs draft Travis Kelce’s successor at No. 9

With two selections in the first 29 picks of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Kansas City Chiefs have a chance to seriously upgrade their roster as they look to get back to the Super Bowl with a healthy Patrick Mahomes under center. On paper, the Chiefs could use support at multiple positions across both sides […] The post Adam Schefter could see Chiefs draft Travis Kelce’s successor at No. 9 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Raptors’ Darko Rajaković defends Brandon Ingram after rough Game 2 showing

Following the Toronto Raptors’ loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 of their first-round matchup, Brandon Ingram became the center of attention when he pointed out his lack of touches late in their 126-113 defeat. In Game 2, the Raptors definitely made a more concerted effort to find him, only for that gameplan of […] The post Raptors’ Darko Rajaković defends Brandon Ingram after rough Game 2 showing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Penguins’ veteran Erik Karlsson identifies who to blame for 2-0 Flyers series deficit

The Pittsburgh Penguins felt like they had the perfect mix to do something special this postseason. Time is running short for the trio of Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris Letang to go on one more Stanley Cup run together. Getting home-ice advantage heading into the postseason was a massive victory for a team that […] The post Penguins’ veteran Erik Karlsson identifies who to blame for 2-0 Flyers series deficit appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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John Lynch makes eye-opening statement about 49ers using AI in 2026 NFL Draft prep

As the hours tick by until the start of the 2026 NFL Draft, all 32 teams, including the San Francisco 49ers, are looking for some small edge to put themselves in the best position to succeed. For some, that might be a scout being a friend of a friend of a small position player about […] The post John Lynch makes eye-opening statement about 49ers using AI in 2026 NFL Draft prep appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NFL rumors: Adam Schefter sets firm draft floor on Jeremiyah Love

Everything is set for the much-anticipated NFL Draft on Thursday at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh. Well, everything except the landing spots of the blue-chip prospects. Among them is Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, who is widely projected as a top-10 pick. He is being linked to the Arizona Cardinals at No. 3, the Tennessee […] The post NFL rumors: Adam Schefter sets firm draft floor on Jeremiyah Love appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rival GM’s NFL Draft take makes Bengals’ Dexter Lawrence trade a home run

The Cincinnati Bengals’ trade for Dexter Lawrence is being scrutinized heavily by fans and analysts. On one hand, Cincinnati was able to get their hands on one of the best defensive players in the league, adding a key piece to a defense that was one of the worst units last year. On the other hand, […] The post Rival GM’s NFL Draft take makes Bengals’ Dexter Lawrence trade a home run appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning’s fatal flaw that will doom them in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

The Tampa Bay Lightning are not the type of team that is going to capitulate just because they have fallen behind in a playoff series. Losing the opening game of their first-round series to the Montreal Canadiens is not going to bother head coach Jon Cooper’s veteran team — but it will annoy them. The […] The post Lightning’s fatal flaw that will doom them in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift wedding to have ‘high-stakes security’

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are not playing around when it comes to protecting themselves and their guests at their upcoming wedding. The couple who got engaged last summer will reportedly get married in July in New York City, but according to a source per US Sun, it will be impossible to get a sneak […] The post Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift wedding to have ‘high-stakes security’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jason Dickinson, Kasperi Kapanen double-down with back-to-back Oilers goals

The Edmonton Oilers are always a threat to challenge for the Stanley Cup once the playoffs roll around, despite how they may look during the season. The team has persevered through bad trades, injuries to a superstar, and poor goaltending to grab the second seed in the Pacific Division and face the Anaheim Ducks in […] The post Jason Dickinson, Kasperi Kapanen double-down with back-to-back Oilers goals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Raptors’ Brandon Ingram has ‘no quit’ despite another rough game vs. Cavs

Brandon Ingram made waves following the Toronto Raptors’ 126-113 loss in Game 1 of their 2026 NBA playoffs first-round matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers when he noted his lack of touches, especially in the second half. In Game 2, Ingram did get the touches he was asking for, but the team may have been better […] The post Raptors’ Brandon Ingram has ‘no quit’ despite another rough game vs. Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks fans in freefall after shocking Game 2 collapse to Hawks

The New York Knicks engaged in a heated Game 2 with the Atlanta Hawks. Now fans are in freefall mode after witnessing an epic Knicks collapse during the NBA Playoffs. Once up 100-92, Atlanta rallied to stun NYK 107-106 Monday to even the series 1-1. CJ McCollum snatched the oxygen inside Madison Square Garden with […] The post Knicks fans in freefall after shocking Game 2 collapse to Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo drops sincere career admission amid trade rumors

The clock is ticking on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s stint with the Milwaukee Bucks; the two sides appear to not be seeing eye to eye more often than ever, and the Bucks are in dire need of an infusion of young talent and draft picks. All these factors make it that much more likely that Antetokounmpo’s time […] The post Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo drops sincere career admission amid trade rumors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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TCU football WR Eric McAlister suffers broken foot before 2026 NFL Draft

The TCU Horned Frogs are back in the spotlight as attention shifts to wide receiver Eric McAlister’s injury just days before the 2026 NFL Draft. The development places added focus on his draft outlook while raising questions about recovery timelines and long-term evaluation. McAlister entered the pre-draft process as a productive but fringe prospect. However, […] The post TCU football WR Eric McAlister suffers broken foot before 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson credits Cleveland for overcoming Raptors punches in Game 2

The Cleveland Cavaliers are officially in the driver’s seat. After a hard-fought 115-105 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night, the Cavs hold a commanding 2-0 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round series. While the final score looks relatively comfortable, head coach Kenny Atkinson made it clear that this win was anything but easy. […] The post Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson credits Cleveland for overcoming Raptors punches in Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavs fans really don’t like Raptors’ Scottie Barnes

The Toronto Raptors are now staring at a 2-0 deficit in their first-round series in the playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers after dropping Game 2, 115-105, at Rocket Arena on Monday. The Raptors played catch-up all game against the Cavaliers, who led by as much as 16 points. Toronto put up a fight in the […] The post Cavs fans really don’t like Raptors’ Scottie Barnes appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Donovan Mitchell has jokes after out-assisting James Harden in Game 2 vs. Raptors

On Monday, the Cleveland Cavaliars fought tooth and nail against the Toronto Raptors to win Game 2 of the First Round 115-105. As a result, the Cavaliars take a commanding 2-0 series lead. Two major factors was the dynamic duo of Donovan ‘Spida’ Mitchell and James Harden. Altogether, Mitchell finished with a game high 30 […] The post Donovan Mitchell has jokes after out-assisting James Harden in Game 2 vs. Raptors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Flyers’ rookie Porter Martone breaks down his game-winning goal vs. Penguins

Porter Martone has been even better than the Philadelphia Flyers thought he would be when they drafted him sixth overall in 2025. The former OHLer bolted the Canadian Junior ranks to join Michigan State University this season. Then, when the school’s run to the Frozen Four ended, he signed his entry-level deal to start making […] The post Flyers’ rookie Porter Martone breaks down his game-winning goal vs. Penguins appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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CJ McCollum leads Hawks past Knicks for comeback Game 2 win

As the old North American sporting cliche goes, “a playoff series doesn’t start until the home team loses”. Well consider the first-round matchup between the Atlanta Hawks and New York Knicks officially started. On Monday night, the Hawks rallied from a 12-point deficit heading into the fourth quarter to steal Game 2 from right underneath […] The post CJ McCollum leads Hawks past Knicks for comeback Game 2 win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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JJ Redick pokes fun at Luka Doncic’s role amid hamstring injury

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers welcomed a familiar face back to practice on Monday in Luka Doncic. Doncic had been absent from practice last week leading up to Game 1 of the Lakers’ opening round series of the NBA playoffs against the Houston Rockets as he was in Spain seeking additional treatment on […] The post JJ Redick pokes fun at Luka Doncic’s role amid hamstring injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Raptors’ Brandon Ingram gets ruthlessly trolled after pathetic showing in Game 2 vs. Cavs

Fans didn’t hold back on Brandon Ingram after he had another underwhelming performance in the Toronto Raptors’ Game 2 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday night. Ingram had 17 points and four assists in the Game 1 loss. However, he regressed in the latest contest. In 36 minutes of action, he finished with just […] The post Raptors’ Brandon Ingram gets ruthlessly trolled after pathetic showing in Game 2 vs. Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavs ‘stars’ Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Evan Mobley get Game 2 props from Kenny Atkinson

The Cleveland Cavaliers entered the 2026 NBA playoffs with only one goal in mind: to get over the hump. So far, so good — they’ve taken the first two games of their first-round matchup against the Toronto Raptors, taking a 2-0 series lead after earning a 115-105 victory on Monday night. While the series is […] The post Cavs ‘stars’ Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Evan Mobley get Game 2 props from Kenny Atkinson appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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