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James Harden’s nasty move has Raptors coach erupting on sidelines

The Cleveland Cavaliers walked into Game 2 ready to turn loose veteran James Harden. Including Kenny Atkinson creating more open shots for Harden against the Toronto Raptors. Harden indeed regained his shooting touch, but forced Darko Rajakovic to explode during their NBA Playoffs game Monday. The Raptors head coach watched one of his own fall […] The post James Harden’s nasty move has Raptors coach erupting on sidelines appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Josh Allen, Hailee Steinfeld on life as new parents

Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld are embracing their life as new parents. The couple welcomed their baby girl earlier this month, and the actress shared how things are going for them now that they are a family of three. “I have been going back and forth on so many details—more than I care to admit,” […] The post Josh Allen, Hailee Steinfeld on life as new parents appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NFL rumors: Rams ‘sniffing around’ trading up from No. 13 pick in 2026 NFL Draft

Though the 2026 NFL Draft is still a few days away, one team has already been wheelin’ and dealin’ with the best of them: the Los Angeles Rams. After acquiring the Atlanta Falcons ‘ first-round pick last spring to facilitate a move up for edge rusher James Pierce, the Rams opted to trade their own […] The post NFL rumors: Rams ‘sniffing around’ trading up from No. 13 pick in 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Storm get unfortunate Ezi Magbegor injury update before 2026 season

The Seattle Storm will be without Ezi Magbegor to begin the 2026 WNBA season after the team announced Monday that the forward suffered a right foot injury during international play. Magbegor sustained the injury while representing Australia in the FIBA Basketball World Cup qualifiers in early March. The team said it will provide an update […] The post Storm get unfortunate Ezi Magbegor injury update before 2026 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Huge Michael Vick, Norfolk State matchup gets scheduling update

Michael Vick and Norfolk State are seeing a huge early-season scheduling change. The team’s matchup against the University of Virginia, originally scheduled for September 12, has been moved up to Friday, September 11. The game does not currently have a kickoff time or TV destination, but the move to a Friday evening game most likely […] The post Huge Michael Vick, Norfolk State matchup gets scheduling update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Watch Dyson Daniels, Mitchell Robinson get into it in heated NBA playoff moment

The New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks have their fair share of memorable playoff moments recently, with the Trae Young series in 2021, but another classic series could be building with some moments from this Round 1. CJ McCollum and Jalen Brunson kicked things off in Game 1 with an in-game exchange and post-game comments, […] The post Watch Dyson Daniels, Mitchell Robinson get into it in heated NBA playoff moment appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NFL Draft rumors: Knee injury could cause massive Jermod McCoy draft slide

Despite Jermod McCoy looking good in his pro day, and getting looks from around the league, his knee injury could cause a massive slide in the 2026 NFL Draft, according to Sports Illustrated. “If there’s one player who might tumble, I think it’s Tennessee CB Jermod McCoy,” Albert Breer wrote. “And I feel terrible for […] The post NFL Draft rumors: Knee injury could cause massive Jermod McCoy draft slide appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Seahawks GM John Schneider isn’t keeping secrets about Seattle’s NFL Draft plans

The Seattle Seahawks enter draft week with a clear and calculated approach, as general manager John Schneider continues to emphasize flexibility, value, and roster depth. With limited selections in hand, Seattle appears poised to reshape its draft board through potential trade scenarios. The Seahawks general manager addressed the media on Monday ahead of the 2026 […] The post Seahawks GM John Schneider isn’t keeping secrets about Seattle’s NFL Draft plans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brandon Ingram gets called out by NBA champions over postgame comments

The Toronto Raptors didn’t get off to an ideal start against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Round 1 of the NBA Playoffs. Poor defense, a lack of cohesion on offense, and high turnovers led to a 126-113 loss. Afterward, Brandon Ingram called out head coach Darko Rajakovic for his strategy. Essentially, he criticized Rajakovic for using […] The post Brandon Ingram gets called out by NBA champions over postgame comments appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The ‘rhythm’ approach new Sparks guard Ariel Atkins brings

ThIt was a busy offseason for the Los Angeles Sparks who reshuffled their roster a bit in an effort to get back to the franchise’s former glory days of being a perennial championship contender. While the biggest move the Sparks made was to bring back Nneka Ogwumike in free agency, one potential under the radar […] The post The ‘rhythm’ approach new Sparks guard Ariel Atkins brings appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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HBCU coach shows supports for Donald Trump executive order

An HBCU football coach has shown support for an aspect of Donald Trump’s “Saving College Sports” executive order. In April, Trump signed an executive order said to address the transfer portal and NIL in college athletics. The NCAA has recently been working with Congress to pass the SCORE Act, which aims to prevent athletes from […] The post HBCU coach shows supports for Donald Trump executive order appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hawks backup leaves Knicks playoff game after scary collision with stanchion

The Atlanta Hawks are running a tight ship in the NBA playoffs, but they might have lost one of their primary backups. Center Mouhamed Gueye has been the backup to Onyeka Okongwu in the postseason with Jock Landale still injured. However, during Game 2 of their 1st-round series, Gueye left the game after a rough […] The post Hawks backup leaves Knicks playoff game after scary collision with stanchion appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Reds’ shortstop Elly De La Cruz’s reaction after robbing Junior Caminero is simply perfect

Elly De La Cruz has been one of the Cincinnati Reds’ best defenders this season with his range at shortstop. De La Cruz showed off his range again on Monday night, laying out for a diving stop off a hit from Tampa Bay Rays slugger Junior Caminero and firing a perfect strike to first base […] The post Reds’ shortstop Elly De La Cruz’s reaction after robbing Junior Caminero is simply perfect appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors’ Brandin Podziemski aims for long-term contract extension after ‘up and down’ season

SAN FRANCISCO – In a season full of highs and lows for Brandin Podziemski and the Golden State Warriors, the 23-year-old guard is ending his third year on a high. “Kind of coincides with the team’s success, so up and down,” Podziemski summarized his season at exit interviews. “Slow to start. Learned some things when […] The post Warriors’ Brandin Podziemski aims for long-term contract extension after ‘up and down’ season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bills’ GM drops a wild throwback reference on Buffalo’s NFL Draft approach

The NFL Draft is just a few days away now. Around this time, teams already have a good idea of their game plan for the draft. However, there are times when something drastically changes the draft plans of every team in the league. The Buffalo Bills are apparently thinking of this possibility. Bills general manager […] The post Bills’ GM drops a wild throwback reference on Buffalo’s NFL Draft approach appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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New Chargers backfield addition’s NSFW mantra fits Jim Harbaugh perfectly

The Los Angeles Chargers may have a new fan favorite on their hands. Newcomer Alec Ingold will over Jim Harbaugh through more than physicality. But by dropping an NSFW mantra that fits the head coach perfectly. The NFL Free Agency addition spoke to reporters ahead of NFL Draft week Monday. He fired up Charger fans […] The post New Chargers backfield addition’s NSFW mantra fits Jim Harbaugh perfectly appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jonquel Jones’ free agency answer will fire up Liberty fans

The New York Liberty have just solidified their Big Three amid the WNBA’s free agency frenzy, signing star center Jonquel Jones to a multi-year contract alongside Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu. Now, fans can rest even easier knowing that Jones confirmed there was never a chance she was going to leave. According to New York […] The post Jonquel Jones’ free agency answer will fire up Liberty fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How Arch Manning, Jeremiah Smith-led 2027 class will affect 2026 draft

Fernando Mendoza is the consensus first overall pick to the Las Vegas Raiders, but there seem to be some questions about how the rest of the 2026 NFL Draft will play out. It isn’t a loaded draft from a quarterback perspective, and it doesn’t boast the top talent of a class like the one coming […] The post How Arch Manning, Jeremiah Smith-led 2027 class will affect 2026 draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dodgers’ Dave Roberts opens up about placing Edwin Diaz on IL

After watching his velocity take a noticeable dip for the Los Angeles Dodgers over his past few appearances, Edwin Diaz has officially been placed on IL ahead of a scheduled elbow surgery, with a return date set for July around the All-Star break. Asked about Diaz’s recent struggles and when LA knew things weren’t quite […] The post Dodgers’ Dave Roberts opens up about placing Edwin Diaz on IL appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Panthers’ perfect 2026 NFL Draft trade

It’s going to be an interesting draft for the Carolina Panthers. Will they add another weapon for Bryce Young? And if they decide to make a deal, here is the Panthers’ perfect 2026 NFL Draft trade. When the No. 19 pick rolls around, the Panthers may have missed out on some nice weapons. So, they […] The post Panthers’ perfect 2026 NFL Draft trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Victor Wembanyama reveals ‘real struggle’ in DPOY season

To virtually no one’s surprise, Victor Wembanyama was awarded the Defensive Player of the Year. The first time in NBA history, a player won that honor unanimously. Meanwhile, the San Antonio Spurs are up 1-0 over the Portland Trail Blazers in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. A game in which Wembanyama scored 35 […] The post Victor Wembanyama reveals ‘real struggle’ in DPOY season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mystics fans will love this promising Georgia Amoore injury update before 2026 WNBA season

After having to wait a whole year to see Georgia Amoore on a WNBA basketball court, Washington Mystics fans will be excited to hear that she’s healed from her ACL tear and ready to join the team for the 2026 season. According to ClutchPoints’ Joshua Valdez, Amoore said she’s been “full go for a while […] The post Mystics fans will love this promising Georgia Amoore injury update before 2026 WNBA season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Alperen Sengun for Giannis Antetokounmpo chatter grows as Rockets sputter

A potential trade featuring Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun and Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo seems to be gaining plenty of interest. Sengun is going through his second playoff appearance while Antetokounmpo is watching from home after Milwaukee failed to qualify for the postseason. However, Houston suffered a Game 1 upset loss to the Los […] The post Alperen Sengun for Giannis Antetokounmpo chatter grows as Rockets sputter appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers vs. Celtics 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 2 prediction, odds, pick

We’re back with another betting prediction and pick as the 2026 NBA Playoffs continue in the Eastern Conference. The Philadelphia 76ers visit the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of their First Round matchup, Boston leading the series 1-0. Check our NBA Playoffs odds series for the 76ers-Celtics prediction and pick. The Boston Celtics took an expected 1-0 lead […] The post 76ers vs. Celtics 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 2 prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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