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Clippers’ Tyronn Lue gets huge vote of confidence after Play-In Tournament loss

Apr 17, 2026 @ 4:24pm

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Tyronn Lue consistently garners praise for guiding the Los Angeles Clippers through injury monsoons and a challenging slate of competition in the Western Conference, but there comes a time when being good at adapting is simply not enough. LA blew a 13-point lead versus the Golden State Warriors in a must-win NBA Play-in Tournament game […] The post Clippers’ Tyronn Lue gets huge vote of confidence after Play-In Tournament loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Kawhi Leonard’s murky future with team addressed by Lawrence Frank

Apr 17, 2026 @ 4:19pm

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The LA Clippers have some big decisions to make after their season ended at the hands of the Golden State Warriors in the play-in tournament. It’s the first time since 2022 that the Clippers didn’t make the playoffs and the first time in Kawhi Leonard’s career that he didn’t reach the postseason. Leonard has one […] The post Kawhi Leonard’s murky future with team addressed by Lawrence Frank appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Nebraska football’s $600 million Memorial Stadium renovation in works, pending vote

Apr 17, 2026 @ 4:09pm

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The Nebraska football team will be playing in a new-look Memorial Stadium soon. The school announced its $600 million plan to renovate its longtime stadium in 2026, which it is calling “Big Red Rebuild.” The Nebraska athletic department will present the plan at its next Board of Regents meeting, where it will go to a […] The post Nebraska football’s $600 million Memorial Stadium renovation in works, pending vote appeared first on ClutchPoints.

NFL Draft scouts gushing over Jordyn Tyson’s pro day workout

Apr 17, 2026 @ 3:55pm

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The 2026 NFL Draft is set to begin on April 23. With the draft quickly approaching, former Arizona State Sun Devils wide receiver Jordyn Tyson held his pro day workout on Friday. As it turns out, the scouts are falling in love with him. 18 teams reportedly attended Tyson’s pro day workout, per ESPN’s Adam […] The post NFL Draft scouts gushing over Jordyn Tyson’s pro day workout appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Padres get starter back for Angels game after Nick Pivetta injury

Apr 17, 2026 @ 3:47pm

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The San Diego Padres are the hottest team in baseball after sweeping both the Colorado Rockies and Seattle Mariners to win eight straight games. The entire homestand for the Friars proved to be electric, with three walk-off wins and a 6-run come-from-behind victory, in what could be considered the early Game of the Year. Through […] The post Padres get starter back for Angels game after Nick Pivetta injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Falcons, Jaguars swap defensive tackles ahead of NFL Draft

Apr 17, 2026 @ 3:47pm

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Teams across the NFL are closely evaluating their roster as the 2026 NFL Draft approaches. For the Atlanta Falcons and Jacksonville Jaguars, they decided a switch on their defensive line was necessary. The Falcons have acquired defensive tackle Masson Smith from the Jaguars in exchange for fellow defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro, via Adam Schefter of […] The post Falcons, Jaguars swap defensive tackles ahead of NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Giants 2026 NFL Mock Draft for all 7 picks

Apr 17, 2026 @ 3:44pm

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The 2026 NFL Draft is now upon us, and the New York Giants have a lot of work to do to build a team in John Harbaugh’s image. The cupboard is not bare, but the team needs to add depth and talent at a lot of positions. How will they do this? In our Giants’ […] The post Giants 2026 NFL Mock Draft for all 7 picks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

1 transfer portal target Purdue basketball must sign to get back to Elite Eight

Apr 17, 2026 @ 3:34pm

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After years of running it back with the same team, Purdue is set for a full rebuild in the 2026 offseason through the college basketball transfer portal. The 2025-2026 season seemed to finally be the one for the Boilermakers, with Braden Smith, Trey Kaufman-Renn and Fletcher Loyer all returning for their fourth and final seasons […] The post 1 transfer portal target Purdue basketball must sign to get back to Elite Eight appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Ken Rosenthal not finding answers on Francisco Lindor’s bizarre start

Apr 17, 2026 @ 3:30pm

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While the New York Mets entered Friday’s game vs. the Chicago Cubs on an eight-game losing streak, questions are popping up regarding Francisco Lindor’s early-season struggles. MLB Insider Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic shared what he’s found about the situation, and it isn’t much. While guest appearing on “Foul Territory,” Rosenthal reveals that essentially nobody […] The post Ken Rosenthal not finding answers on Francisco Lindor’s bizarre start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Angels’ Mike Trout shares heartfelt message after Garret Anderson’s passing

Apr 17, 2026 @ 3:29pm

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On Friday, the Los Angeles Angels announced that Garret Anderson has passed away at 53 years old. The Angels are planning to honor Anderson by wearing a memorial patch for the remainder of the 2026 MLB season and by holding a moment of silence and playing a tribute video before Friday night’s game against the […] The post Angels’ Mike Trout shares heartfelt message after Garret Anderson’s passing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Sophie Cunningham makes suggestion to fans after baptism announcement

Apr 17, 2026 @ 3:25pm

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As part of recommitting to her faith, Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham has gotten re-baptized, and she has a suggestion for her fans. The standout WNBA guard took to X, formerly Twitter, to respond to a video of her baptism from the weekend before, saying, “Loving Jesus is fun, try it [brown heart emoji].” Loving […] The post Sophie Cunningham makes suggestion to fans after baptism announcement appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Cardinals’ Jacoby Brissett holding out of offseason activities for starter money

Apr 17, 2026 @ 3:19pm

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As rumors surround the Arizona Cardinals heading into the 2026 NFL Draft, the team is also dealing with contract situations, most recently with quarterback Jacoby Brissett. While the Cardinals’ quarterback plans are not set in stone, Brissett is holding out for an extension that makes him the money a starter would get. According to Ian […] The post Cardinals’ Jacoby Brissett holding out of offseason activities for starter money appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Yankees’ Gerrit Cole officially starting rehab assignment after Tommy John surgery

Apr 17, 2026 @ 3:17pm

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The New York Yankees’ pitching staff enjoyed a stellar start to the season, and so did the team as a whole. The unit has staggered lately, though, and so has the team as a whole. Amid a 2-7 stretch, manager Aaron Boone could use a former Cy Young Award winner. More than 500 days have […] The post Yankees’ Gerrit Cole officially starting rehab assignment after Tommy John surgery appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Mets’ Jorge Polanco adds another injury on top of Achilles bursitis

Apr 17, 2026 @ 3:01pm

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New York Mets’ infielder Jorge Polanco has been dealing with an injury since late March and was diagnosed with Achilles bursitis. While he continues to work his way back from the issue, reports reveal Polanco is now dealing with a new injury. The 32-year-old slugger is dealing with a sore wrist, according to Abbey Mastracco […] The post Mets’ Jorge Polanco adds another injury on top of Achilles bursitis appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Paige’s WWE return comes with Nikki Bella curveball

Apr 17, 2026 @ 2:59pm

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All signs point to former Superstar Paige returning to WWE at WrestleMania 42, which puts Nikki Bella’s injury status into question. PWInsider (via Fightful) reports that Paige signed a contract with WWE and “is expected to return to the ring this weekend as part of WrestleMania 42.” She is expected to be inserted into the […] The post Paige’s WWE return comes with Nikki Bella curveball appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Raymond Felton fires back at Nick Wright over LaMelo Ball “clown” remark

Apr 17, 2026 @ 2:56pm

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LaMelo Ball found himself at the center of attention for all the wrong and right reasons during the Charlotte Hornets overtime win over the Miami Heat. Ball delivered a clutch performance with 30 points and 10 assists, including the game-winner in a 127-126 thriller. Still, controversy followed. In the first half, Ball grabbed Bam Adebayo’s […] The post Raymond Felton fires back at Nick Wright over LaMelo Ball “clown” remark appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Angels rumors: LA is ‘not trading Mike Trout’, Ken Rosenthal says

Apr 17, 2026 @ 2:54pm

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Rumors and discussions of a potential Mike Trout trade have swirled for years. In fact, Stephen A. Smith recently brought up the idea during an ESPN First Take segment. Trout has made his loyalty to the Halos clear, though, and the Angels seem to feel the same way. Los Angeles is hoping Trout can lead […] The post Angels rumors: LA is ‘not trading Mike Trout’, Ken Rosenthal says appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Warriors vs. Suns 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament prediction, odds, pick

Apr 17, 2026 @ 2:50pm

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The 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament continues as we bring you a betting prediction and pick for this elimination tilt in the Western Conference bracket. The Golden State Warriors visit the Phoenix Suns with both teams riding opposite waves of momentum. Check our NBA odds series for the Warriors-Suns prediction and pick. The Golden State Warriors eliminated the Los […] The post Warriors vs. Suns 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Matthew Fitzpatrick may have just hit the luckiest golf shot ever at RBC Heritage

Apr 17, 2026 @ 2:44pm

Day 2 of the RBC Heritage is underway, and Matt Fitzpatrick has dominated his way to a commanding lead after a 63 on Friday. Fitzpatrick opened with a 65 on Thursday, pairing alongside Scottie Scheffler. It’s rare you see a player paired up with the World No. 1 and outplay him for two consecutive days. […] The post Matthew Fitzpatrick may have just hit the luckiest golf shot ever at RBC Heritage appeared first on ClutchPoints.

This Kevin Durant playoff statistic doesn’t even seem real

Apr 17, 2026 @ 2:43pm

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The Houston Rockets are set to open their first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers, but a surprising statistic surrounding Kevin Durant has added another storyline entering the matchup. A post shared by ClutchPoints on Friday highlighted Durant’s recent playoff struggles, noting a stretch that dates back multiple seasons during his time with the […] The post This Kevin Durant playoff statistic doesn’t even seem real appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Suns’ Mark Williams joins Grayson Allen on injury report vs. Warriors in NBA Play-In Tournament

Apr 17, 2026 @ 2:42pm

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The Golden State Warriors visit the Phoenix Suns on Friday night. With their season on the line, Mark Williams is on the injury report alongside Grayson Allen, with both players listed as questionable. Williams is dealing with left foot soreness, while Allen has a strained left hamstring. The Suns’ 114-110 loss to the Portland Blazers […] The post Suns’ Mark Williams joins Grayson Allen on injury report vs. Warriors in NBA Play-In Tournament appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Angels’ Mike Trout says playing centerfield has helped facilitate bounce-back season

Apr 17, 2026 @ 2:32pm

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As Los Angeles star Mike Trout and his greatness have returned regarding the start of the 2026 season, there are some in the baseball world wondering about the reasons for the outfielder’s renaissance. While people question if the Angels’ star in Trout is truly back, especially after a fantastic series against the New York Yankees, […] The post Angels’ Mike Trout says playing centerfield has helped facilitate bounce-back season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

How Angels plan to honor Garret Anderson after his passing

Apr 17, 2026 @ 2:29pm

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Former Los Angeles Angels star Garret Anderson has passed away at the age of 53. The Angels made the announcement on Friday. The team is planning to honor Anderson after his passing. According to Taylor Blake Ward of Baseball America, the team will wear a memorial patch for the rest of the 2026 MLB season. […] The post How Angels plan to honor Garret Anderson after his passing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Daniel Palencia becomes latest Cubs pitcher to hit injured list

Apr 17, 2026 @ 2:25pm

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The Chicago Cubs’ pitching group seemingly cannot stay healthy. On Friday, the franchise placed Daniel Palencia on the 15-day IL. He is the ninth pitcher on the Cubs’ roster to be placed on the Injured List. Reports indicate that the 26-year-old closer is dealing with an oblique strain, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today […] The post Daniel Palencia becomes latest Cubs pitcher to hit injured list appeared first on ClutchPoints.