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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander honest take on Jalen Williams’ importance to Thunder

OKLAHOMA CITY — With only 33 regular-season games under his belt, Oklahoma City Thunder’s Jalen Williams is finding his stride at an ideal time, as All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander explained his importance to their postseason run. While Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault expects the Suns to be better in Game 2. Williams stuffed the stat sheet […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander honest take on Jalen Williams’ importance to Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Canadiens’ Juraj Slafkovsky completes hat trick in OT to seal Game 1 Lightning win

The Montreal Canadiens withstood a blitz from the Tampa Bay Lightning in the second period of Game 1 to force overtime. In the end, their resilience paid off. The Canadiens have won Game 1, and they can thank winger Juraj Slafkovsky for his big-time performance. Slafkovsky scored two goals in regulation to help force overtime. […] The post Canadiens’ Juraj Slafkovsky completes hat trick in OT to seal Game 1 Lightning win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ Aaron Judge highlights ideal lineup setup after Royals sweep

The New York Yankees beat the Kansas City Royals 7-0 on Sunday, completing a three-game sweep. Aaron Judge hit his 90th 1st inning home run to put the Yankees in front, and they never looked back. It was a two-run smash for the captain, thanks to lead-off hitter Ben Rice getting on. Judge was asked […] The post Yankees’ Aaron Judge highlights ideal lineup setup after Royals sweep appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA sparks wild reactions after announcement of 2025-26 MVP award finalists

The NBA has made serious noise following the announcement of their finalists for the annual MVP award of the 2025-26 season. Last season saw Oklahoma City Thunder star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander earn the honors over Denver Nuggets star center Nikola Jokic. Not only are both stars back on the finalists list for the award, but […] The post NBA sparks wild reactions after announcement of 2025-26 MVP award finalists appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2 players Hornets must trade to take next step after surprise season

For years, the Charlotte Hornets had a young and promising roster, but they just couldn’t seem to develop winning habits. The team finally took a few steps forward this season, even winning a play-in tournament game before ultimately being eliminated from the preliminary postseason event. With LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller, and Kon Knueppel, the future […] The post 2 players Hornets must trade to take next step after surprise season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chet Holmgren speaks out on Dillon Brooks’ pregame antics

Even before Game 1 tipped off between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Phoenix Suns in the opening round of the NBA playoffs, there was already some fireworks as there is sure to be when Dillon Brooks is involved. Dillon Brooks refused to give the ball up to Chet Holmgren before tip-off, and the officials […] The post Chet Holmgren speaks out on Dillon Brooks’ pregame antics appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets’ Francisco Lindor comes to Carlos Mendoza’s defense amid brutal skid

The New York Mets lost 2-1 to the Chicago Cubs in extra innings on Sunday, marking their 11th straight loss. At 7-15, they have the worst record in the National League and tied for the worst in all of MLB. Francisco Lindor came to the defense of Mets manager Carlos Mendoza amid the 11-game skid […] The post Mets’ Francisco Lindor comes to Carlos Mendoza’s defense amid brutal skid appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Avalanche’s Gabriel Landeskog drops truth bomb after Game 1 win vs. Kings

The Colorado Avalanche had the best regular-season record of any team in the National Hockey League, but now that the playoffs have gotten underway, that’s ancient history. The Avs have designs on running through the Western Conference playoffs and getting a chance to play for the Stanley Cup in a couple of months when they […] The post Avalanche’s Gabriel Landeskog drops truth bomb after Game 1 win vs. Kings appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Victor Wembanyama, Spurs teammates send message with outfits before Game 1 vs. Blazers

The San Antonio Spurs never earn a reputation for being flashy even with rising star Victor Wembanyama. Past teams developed a business-like persona in winning multiple NBA titles. The upcoming series against the Portland Trail Blazers comes off as all business for SA too. But they made quite the fashion statement with their pregame attire. […] The post Victor Wembanyama, Spurs teammates send message with outfits before Game 1 vs. Blazers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov moves up all-time playoff leaderboard in Game 1

The Tampa Bay Lightning are taking on the Montreal Canadiens in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Tampa and Montreal officially began their matchup on Sunday evening in Tampa. It’s been a back-and-forth game, but it’s also a notable one for Lightning superstar Nikita Kucherov. The Lightning enjoyed a second-period blitz where they […] The post Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov moves up all-time playoff leaderboard in Game 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning stun Canadiens with two-goal blitz in Game 1

The Tampa Bay Lightning and Montreal Canadiens are locked in a tight Game 1 matchup to start the Stanley Cup Playoffs. It was the Habs who struck first on the road, taking a 1-0 lead into the first intermission. But the veteran Bolts did not let that last for long. The Lightning potted two goals […] The post Lightning stun Canadiens with two-goal blitz in Game 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Thunder’s Mark Daigneault is expecting stiffer Suns test in Game 2

OKLAHOMA CITY — Although head coach Mark Daigneault and the Oklahoma City Thunder cruised to a 119-84 victory in Game 1 of their first-round series against the Phoenix Suns, he’s prepared for a strong response in Game 2. Rather than enter the playoffs as defending champions, the Thunder entered the postseason with a similar mindset […] The post Why Thunder’s Mark Daigneault is expecting stiffer Suns test in Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jordan Ott gives 2 things Suns can’t do vs. Thunder juggernaut

Jordan Ott didn’t hold back on what went wrong for the Phoenix Suns in their blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the first-round series on Sunday afternoon. Ott is going through the first season of his head coaching career in the NBA with the Suns. He has exceeded expectations as […] The post Jordan Ott gives 2 things Suns can’t do vs. Thunder juggernaut appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Charles Lee eyes key improvement from Kon Knueppel after rookie season

The Charlotte Hornets’ 2025-26 season is officially over following their play-in loss against the Orlando Magic this past week. But one of the bright spots of the Hornets’ impressive season was the emergence of rookie wing Kon Knueppel. Now that the Hornets’ offseason has arrived, head coach Charles Lee is looking for specific improvement from […] The post Charles Lee eyes key improvement from Kon Knueppel after rookie season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets’ Devin Williams defends Carlos Mendoza after blowing Cubs game

Closer Devin Williams and the New York Mets dropped their 11th-straight game on Sunday, falling to the Chicago Cubs 2-1. Now, manager Carlos Mendoza has found himself in hot water. Williams doesn’t think New York’s struggles fall solely on Mendoza though. Ultimately, he knows everyone on the Mets need to step up, via SNY. “It’s […] The post Mets’ Devin Williams defends Carlos Mendoza after blowing Cubs game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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

For the first time since 2020, when they were known as the Arizona Coyotes, the Utah Mammoth are heading to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. It marks the first time that Stanley Cup Playoff hockey will be played in Salt Lake City at the Delta Center, a venue known over the years for hosting several thrilling […] The post Mammoth’s fatal flaw that will doom them in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics’ Jayson Tatum reveals first time he thought he could return this season

There was a time during the 2025-26 NBA season where Jayson Tatum fully realized he can come back on the court for the Boston Celtics. Tatum is going through the eighth year of his career with the Celtics. This season has been unique for the superstar forward as he recovered from a torn Achilles that […] The post Celtics’ Jayson Tatum reveals first time he thought he could return this season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kings coach demands ‘meaner’ Game 2 performance after loss to Avalanche

The Los Angeles Kings did just enough at the end of the regular season to garner the No. 8 spot in the NHL’s Western Conference playoff structure. That has put them in the uncomfortable position of having to battle the top-seeded Colorado Avalanche in their opening round playoff series. The first game of the series […] The post Kings coach demands ‘meaner’ Game 2 performance after loss to Avalanche appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning’s Charle-Edouard D’Astous leaves Canadiens Game 1 after taking scary hit

The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs have officially begun. And the Tampa Bay Lightning are looking to re-establish themselves as one of the premier teams in the NHL. Unfortunately, their Game 1 against the Montreal Canadiens took a major turn after defenseman Charle-Eduoard D’Astous left the game. D’Astous was skating behind his goal, chasing a loose […] The post Lightning’s Charle-Edouard D’Astous leaves Canadiens Game 1 after taking scary hit appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Anthony Edwards questionable for Game 2 vs. Nuggets with knee injury

The Minnesota Timberwolves are looking to regroup for Game 2 of their opening round playoff series against the Denver Nuggets, but there is a chance they could be a little short-handed. Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards was officially listed as questionable for Game 2 against the Nuggets due to right knee injury management, as per ClutchPoints’ […] The post Anthony Edwards questionable for Game 2 vs. Nuggets with knee injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What DJ Smith expects from Kings after crushing Game 1 loss

The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs are underway, and the Los Angeles Kings have begun their quest for a third Stanley Cup in franchise history. Unfortunately, that quest got off to a rough start on Sunday afternoon. The Kings fell in Game 1 of the first round to the Presidents’ Trophy-winning Colorado Avalanche. The Kings and […] The post What DJ Smith expects from Kings after crushing Game 1 loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jayson Tatum joins 6 other Celtics legends in franchise playoff history

BobThe Boston Celtics cruised to victory in Game 1 of their opening round playoff series against the Philadelphia 76ers with a 123-91 win. It was the star duo of Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum who led the way for the Celtics in their Game 1 playoff win, and in the process Tatum joined several franchise […] The post Jayson Tatum joins 6 other Celtics legends in franchise playoff history appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Texas Tech adds All-Mountain West standout in transfer portal

Texas Tech basketball aims to recover from the Alabama loss in March Madness 2026. The Red Raiders took a big step Sunday in addressing the second round defeat: By landing an All-Mountain West standout via Wyoming. Damarion Dennis is the newest College Basketball Transfer Portal addition to Lubbock. Joe Tipton of On3/Rivals confirmed the move […] The post Texas Tech adds All-Mountain West standout in transfer portal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Paul George hints 76ers offense wasn’t as bad as it looked in Game 1

The Philadelphia 76ers were not their best selves in Game 1 against the Boston Celtics, as they lost 123-91. From the beginning of the game until the end, the 76ers couldn’t find a rhythm, and they were fighting from behind throughout. The offense was not very effective, as they shot 39% from the field and […] The post Paul George hints 76ers offense wasn’t as bad as it looked in Game 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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