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On Sunday afternoon, the Boston Celtics hit the floor at home for a matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1 of their first round playoff series. The Celtics got off to a hot start in this one, taking an 18-point lead into the locker room thanks to a strong first half on both sides […] The post Celtics’ Jayson Tatum passes Kobe Bryant in NBA playoff history appeared first on ClutchPoints.
As good as the San Antonio Spurs were this regular season and as mesmerizing as Victor Wembanyama can be, the squad’s youth serves as a cautionary tale as experts wonder whether this group can join the storied franchise’s title teams. Luke Kornet and Harrison Barnes are the squad’s only two rotational players who’ve experienced long […] The post How Spurs can neutralize biggest playoff weakness with show of ‘force’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Atlanta Hawks guard CJ McCollum criticized Jalen Brunson for flopping on a controversial play during the New York Knicks’ Game 1 win on Saturday. McCollum was assessed a technical foul early in the third quarter after kicking Brunson in the groin while taking a jumper. Following the Hawks’ 113-101 loss, he said Brunson “thought he […] The post Knicks’ Jalen Brunson drops mic on CJ McCollum’s ‘Broadway’ jab after kick to groin appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez made his opinion known after manager Matt Quatraro gave him a day off on Saturday. But now both manager and player appear to be on the same page. Quatraro specifically said Perez needed a, “mental breather,” which the catcher disagreed with. In the end, it seems to be a […] The post Royals’ Salvador Perez, Matt Quatraro clear air after ‘mental breather’ mishap appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Carolina Hurricanes beat the Ottawa Senators 2-0 in the first game of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Canes are in the playoffs for the eighth consecutive season and are looking for their sixth straight first-round win. Hurricanes goalie Frederik Andersen spoke about how fired up the Raleigh fans were for Game 1. “It’s pretty […] The post Hurricanes goalie Frederik Andersen’s ‘mind-blowing’ admission after Game 1 heroics vs. Senators appeared first on ClutchPoints.
In the blink of an eye, the first night of WWE WrestleMania 42 is over, and it’s on to Night 2, which will be headlined by Roman Reigns vs. CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship. The show opens with Brock Lesnar vs. Oba Femi, which some could argue should’ve closed out one of the […] The post WWE WrestleMania 42 Night 2 predictions: Does Roman Reigns return to the Island of Relevancy against CM Punk? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Charles Barkley is calling a truce. The longstanding rift between Barkley and Michael Jordan could come to an end soon. “We had a conversation,” Barkley told Sirius XM’s Mad Dog Unleashed on Friday, April 17 per ESPN. “We’re going to get together and play golf as soon as basketball is over.” The rift started when […] The post Charles Barkley reveals how he’s trying to heal feud with Michael Jordan appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Orlando Magic are starting an NBA Playoffs series against the Detroit Pistons on Sunday. Orlando is adding a new player at the last minute to the team’s injury report. Guard Desmond Bane is probable for Game 1 after being listed on the report. Bane is listed as having an illness, per the report. He […] The post Magic’s Desmond Bane a last-minute add to injury report for Game 1 vs. Pistons appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Houston Astros pitching rotation has been stung massively by the injury bug to begin their 2026 campaign. Amongst the pitchers currently on Houston’s injury list are Hunter Brown and Cristian Javier. Astros general manager Dana Brown has now revealed when he expects Brown and Javier back on the mound. He is expected both to […] The post When Astros’ Hunter Brown, Cristian Javier are expected to return from injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Cincinnati Bengals have officially welcomed their newest defensive cornerstone with the acquisition of Dexter Lawrence from the New York Giants. This blockbuster trade involved the Bengals surrendering the No. 10 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, marking a significant shift from the franchise’s traditional draft philosophy. According to league insiders Ian Rapoport and […] The post Bengals’ Dexter Lawrence gets ‘chills’ walking on Paycor Stadium field after trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Although Pat McAfee stayed in character even after his WrestleMania moment, he carried it on as he partied with Tyrese Haliburton. The former NFL star and Indiana Pacers point guard attended WrestleMania, which kicked off on Saturday, April 18, and will continue through Sunday, April 19, 2026, in Allegiant Stadium. The pair were seen partying […] The post Pat McAfee still in neck brace during Tyrese Haliburton WrestleMania afterparty link-up appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Los Angeles Dodgers dropped a close game on Saturday to the Colorado Rockies, at Coors Field. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts felt his offense didn’t capitalize on Colorado’s mistakes. Following the game, Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing also made a comment about Colorado’s hitters. “I think they had a good game plan as an opposing team, […] The post Dave Roberts shoots down Dalton Rushing’s ‘fishy’ Rockies speculation appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Cincinnati Bengals have officially entered a new era of roster management with the acquisition of defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence from the New York Giants. This historic move marks the first time since the start of the common draft era in 1966 that the franchise has traded away a top-10 pick for a veteran player, […] The post What Duke Tobin, Zac Taylor said about Bengals’ Dexter Lawrence trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The 2026 NBA Playoffs continue in the Western Conference as we’re back to bring you another betting prediction and pick for this Game 1 tilt. The 7-seeded Portland Trail Blazers visit the No. 2 San Antonio Spurs in what should be a fun First Round series. Check our NBA odds series for the Blazers-Spurs prediction and pick. The Portland […] The post Blazers vs. Spurs 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Houston basketball had one of its most talented teams under Kelvin Sampson in 2025-26, but it still fell short of its ultimate goal. A big reason for the Cougars’ success this season was star freshman Kingston Flemings, who quickly emerged as one of the top freshman in a historic class. Now, Flemings has made his […] The post Houston basketball star Kingston Flemings makes final NBA Draft decision appeared first on ClutchPoints.
After making his return from a torn ACL, Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. returned to the lineup on Saturday. Now, the Diamondbacks have an opportunity to sweep the Blue Jays on Sunday. Here’s everything you need to know about Gurriel’s injury and status against the Blue Jays. Lourdes Gurriel Jr.’s injury status vs. Blue […] The post Is Diamondbacks’ Lourdes Gurriel Jr. in lineup again vs. Blue Jays after returning from torn ACL in under 8 months? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Indiana Fever star Aliyah Boston reacted with gratitude after agreeing to a historic four-year, $6.3 million contract extension, the richest total salary in league history. Boston kept her response simple when asked about the deal. “Super blessed. God is great, man … to get that extension … I’m super excited about it,” Boston told reporters […] The post Aliyah Boston offers wholesome reaction to historic Fever contract appeared first on ClutchPoints.
For the first time since 2002, the Colorado Avalanche, who won the Presidents’ Trophy, and the Los Angeles Kings will meet in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, renewing a long-dormant postseason rivalry between the two Western Conference clubs. For fans of both teams who are old enough to remember their last playoff meeting, the Kings pushed […] The post 3 Avalanche-Kings bold predictions for 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Edmonton Oilers are getting ready to face off against the Anaheim Ducks in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Oilers star Leon Draisaitl has been hurt, and fans are wondering when he will get back on the ice in this series. It appears one insider is giving even more information about the star’s status. Draisaitl was […] The post Why insider would be ‘surprised’ if Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl doesn’t play Game 1 vs. Ducks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
On Saturday night, the Houston Rockets dropped into an 0-1 hole in their first round series against the Los Angeles Lakers with a tough road loss in Game 1 by a score of 107-98. While Kevin Durant had been listed as questionable heading into the weekend, many fans were surprised to learn that the star […] The post Rockets star Kevin Durant’s face said it all during ill-fated pre-Game 1 workout appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Penn State football program is actively strengthening its future talent pipeline, as evidenced by recent news of two significant commitments for the class of 2027. This recruiting surge comes at a critical time for the program, which is looking to rebound from a disappointing 2025 season. Following the mid-season dismissal of James Franklin, the […] The post Penn State picks up 2 big commitments for 2027 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Kansas City Chiefs are in an unfamiliar spot in the upcoming NFL Draft compared to the status quo. After years of picking at the very end of the first round following deep playoff runs and three Super Bowl titles, the Chiefs now have the No. 9 overall pick after a nightmare 2025 season. However, […] The post NFL rumors: Cardinals, Chiefs talking draft trade after GM’s tease appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Boston Celtics are on the road to win their second championship in three years, and many think they have a good chance of making it back to the NBA Finals. Those chances went up when Jayson Tatum returned from his Achilles injury, and in his first playoff game since the tear, he already looks […] The post Celtics’ Jayson Tatum already looking like ‘Superman’ in first playoff game since Achilles tear appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The New York Yankees have officially entered a rain delay prior to their scheduled Sunday matchup against the Kansas City Royals. In the meantime, New York has pulled off a shrewd trade. The Yankees have acquired minor league left-hander Wilmy Sanchez in exchange for infielder Braden Shewmake, the team announced. Shewmake had been with New […] The post Yankees spice up rainy Sunday with Astros trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.
