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Oilers’ Connor McDavid hits Wayne Gretzky milestone that is just wildly absurd

The Edmonton Oilers are back in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and Connor McDavid has once again turned in an MVP-caliber performance. The Oilers superstar has clinched the Art Ross Trophy as the NHL’s points leader. However, the feat he accomplished on Thursday is truly otherworldly. And before him, it had only been accomplished by Wayne […] The post Oilers’ Connor McDavid hits Wayne Gretzky milestone that is just wildly absurd appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Timberwolves Coach recalls Anthony Edwards’ NSFW to harsh draft critque

Before Anthony Edwards became the face of the Minnesota Timberwolves, he was a 19-year-old prospect facing a barrage of questions. During the 2020 NBA Draft cycle, the biggest knock on the Georgia product wasn’t his shooting or his defense, it was his heart. Pundits openly wondered if the guard even loved the game of basketball. […] The post Timberwolves Coach recalls Anthony Edwards’ NSFW to harsh draft critque appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Oilers’ Matt Savoie goes off with hat trick in just 1st period vs. Canucks

The Edmonton Oilers (41-30-11) do not appear well-equipped to defend their Western Conference throne heading into the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, but when one takes a step back and considers context, they should recognize the clear threat this squad poses in the postseason. Leon Draisaitl is nearing a return after missing the last month with […] The post Oilers’ Matt Savoie goes off with hat trick in just 1st period vs. Canucks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Exclusive: Lamar Odom shares the hardest moment to relive in Netflix doc

Lamar Odom is opening up about two of the most difficult moments he had to relive in his Netflix documentary. Last month, the streamer released Untold: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom, which follows the former NBA star’s several tough moments in his professional basketball career as well as off the court. As the […] The post Exclusive: Lamar Odom shares the hardest moment to relive in Netflix doc appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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4 players Pelicans must trade after train-wreck season

The first year of the Joe Dumars era for the New Orleans Pelicans could not have gone any worse. The new front office regime believed that the team would be a contender for the 2025-26 season, which explains why they would trade an unprotected pick of theirs in the draft-night deal that brought Derik Queen […] The post 4 players Pelicans must trade after train-wreck season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NFL insider doesn’t rule out big Jets move to get top QB in 2026 NFL Draft

The New York Jets need a quarterback. That’s been something that’s been said for a long time now, and yet here we are. Time and time again, the Jets’ attempt to fix their quarterback room has failed. Coming into the 2026 NFL Draft, New York is looking to once again find a solution to their […] The post NFL insider doesn’t rule out big Jets move to get top QB in 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Metta World Peace spices up Lakers-Rockets series with honest opinion

Metta World Peace provided some intriguing insight about his pick on the NBA playoff series between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Houston Rockets. World Peace represented the Lakers (2009-13, 2015-17) and the Rockets (2008-09) throughout a chunk of his playing career from 1999 to 2017. He won a championship with the former in 2010, […] The post Metta World Peace spices up Lakers-Rockets series with honest opinion appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chargers’ Mike McDaniel used bizarre tactic to get dream free agency targets

In the high-stakes world of NFL free agency, most coaches use spreadsheets and film sessions to pitch their targets. Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel apparently prefers a more “Old West” approach. According to Chargers General Manager Joe Hortiz, McDaniel took his wishlist to a literal level this offseason. Instead of just sending a […] The post Chargers’ Mike McDaniel used bizarre tactic to get dream free agency targets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What Draymond Green said about Kawhi Leonard just before play-in showdown

The Golden State Warriors completed the tall task with their victory over Kawhi Leonard and the LA Clippers. It went down to the final minutes, Leonard is not an unfamiliar foe to a Warriors team that has had multiple battles against, from the Western Conference Finals with the San Antonio Spurs to the NBA Finals […] The post What Draymond Green said about Kawhi Leonard just before play-in showdown appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kendrick Perkins ‘sick and tired’ of Magic’s Paolo Banchero as coaching rumors swirl

The Orlando Magic are on the brink of elimination as they host the Charlotte Hornets in the Play-In Tournament at Kia Center on Friday for the last ticket to the playoffs in the Eastern Conference. The winner will face the Detroit Pistons in the first round. The Magic had the chance to enter the playoffs […] The post Kendrick Perkins ‘sick and tired’ of Magic’s Paolo Banchero as coaching rumors swirl appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ducks’ Troy Terry sends ‘excited’ message before Stanley Cup Playoffs

The Anaheim Ducks defeated the Nashville Predators to end the 2025-26 regular season. Now, the Ducks prepare for the upcoming Stanley Cup Playoffs. For veterans such as Troy Terry, this is a moment they have been waiting a long, long time for. Terry has been with the Ducks through their tough rebuilding years. When the […] The post Ducks’ Troy Terry sends ‘excited’ message before Stanley Cup Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tigers’ AJ Hinch drops powerful statement after stunning ending to Royals win

AJ Hinch was very proud of the Detroit Tigers being resilient throughout the clutch 10-9 win over the Kansas City Royals on Thursday night. Going into the game, Detroit was rolling with five straight wins. It marked a huge bounce back after a poor start to the 2026 season, showing they are getting the rust […] The post Tigers’ AJ Hinch drops powerful statement after stunning ending to Royals win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How Heat’s Bam Adebayo helps Kel’el Ware handle Erik Spoelstra’s coaching

MIAMI – While the Miami Heat were hurt by a ton of factors this year, as the team missed the playoffs for the first time since the 2018-19 season, the positive takeaway was the development of key young players. As Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. is in line to contend for Sixth Man of the […] The post How Heat’s Bam Adebayo helps Kel’el Ware handle Erik Spoelstra’s coaching appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Missouri Tigers flip Kansas forward to other side of Border War rivalry

In a rare Border War twist, the Missouri Tigers landed a marquee transfer on Thursday by flipping former Kansas forward target Bryson Tiller from the Jayhawks. Tiller, a 6-foot-11, 240-pound redshirt freshman, started 31 of 35 games for Kansas in the 2025-26 season, averaging 7.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.0 assist, and 1.3 blocks in 25.9 […] The post Missouri Tigers flip Kansas forward to other side of Border War rivalry appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Wisconsin adds potential John Blackwell replacement via transfer portal

Wisconsin basketball awaits where John Blackwell lands in 2026-27, whether if it’s the NBA Draft or another college. But the Badgers appear to have his replacement already lined up via the College Basketball Transfer Portal. The Big Ten power landed Trey Autry out of George Washington University, with Nick Osen of 247Sports confirming the move […] The post Wisconsin adds potential John Blackwell replacement via transfer portal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Macklin Celebrini passes Joe Thornton for new Sharks record

The San Jose Sharks regained relevance this season, and while they fell short of making the playoffs, they have plenty to look forward to in the future thanks to Macklin Celebrini. The 19-year-old forward has had a historic second season and looks like someone who will be a superstar in the league for years to […] The post Macklin Celebrini passes Joe Thornton for new Sharks record appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Texas Longhorns add Big Ten linebacker with 161 career tackles

The Texas Longhorns picked up another addition to their 2026 recruiting class on Thursday as former Michigan State Spartans linebacker Darius Snow committed following his visit to the Forty Acres. The 6-foot-1, 230-pound defender joins Texas for his seventh and final collegiate season after being granted an additional year of eligibility by the NCAA. A […] The post Texas Longhorns add Big Ten linebacker with 161 career tackles appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Crissy Froyd continues to blast Dianna Russini following her own firing

Crissy Froyd is not backing down from her comments on Dianna Russini. The former The Athletic NFL insider and reporter resigned from her role at the organization following photos of her and New York Giants’ Mike Vrabel in Arizona. “I’m sure you were told to submit this or that you’d get fired instead. Don’t let […] The post Crissy Froyd continues to blast Dianna Russini following her own firing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Former 7th overall pick agrees to buyout with Mercury

Banking on an inspired run, the Phoenix Mercury made it to the WNBA Finals last season. They, however, got swept by the Las Vegas Aces. Surely, they are motivated to seek redemption when the new season opens in May. The Mercury selected Ines Pitarch-Granel of France (27th overall) and Eszter Ratkai of Hungary (42nd overall) […] The post Former 7th overall pick agrees to buyout with Mercury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Angel Reese welcomes Lauren Betts to Reebok family after going 4th overall in 2026 WNBA Draft

Washington Mystics rookie center Lauren Betts signed a shoe deal with Reebok on Wednesday, becoming the fifth active WNBA player on the brand’s basketball roster. The No. 4 overall draft pick in the 2026 draft now joins Angel Reese, Aneesah Morrow, DiJonai Carrington, and Lexie Brown as part of the company’s growing investment in women’s […] The post Angel Reese welcomes Lauren Betts to Reebok family after going 4th overall in 2026 WNBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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LeBron James drops NSFW message ahead of Game 1 vs. Rockets

LOS ANGELES – Coming into Game 1 of their opening round series of the NBA playoffs, the Los Angeles Lakers know they need to rebound well in order to have a chance at winning. Lakers head coach JJ Redick stressed boxing out as one of two key areas the team needs to focus on to […] The post LeBron James drops NSFW message ahead of Game 1 vs. Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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49ers’ Mike Evans opens up about reasons he chose to leave Buccaneers for SF

For years, NFL fans grew accustomed to seeing Mike Evans dominate in the red and pewter of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. But seeing the future Hall of Famer in the San Francisco 49ers’ iconic red and gold will feel like a fever dream for the rest of the NFC. In a recent appearance on The […] The post 49ers’ Mike Evans opens up about reasons he chose to leave Buccaneers for SF appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nike stock drop sparks debate over NBA player popularity

Ever since Michael Jordan, Nike has become the NBA’s most synonymous brand. Many of the games’ biggest names have had their signature brand shoe. However, the iconic brand has been taking a hit on Wall Street. On the Hoops Tonight Podcast, NBA on ESPN analyst Brian Windhorst openly stated that Nike stock has taken a […] The post Nike stock drop sparks debate over NBA player popularity appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The ‘unfortunate’ Tyler Herro-Norman Powell situation that hurt the Heat

MIAMI – With potential big changes coming to the Miami Heat this offseason after being eliminated from the play-in tournament at the hands of the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday, there were many disappointing aspects to the team’s 2025-26 season. One area was the Heat’s guard duo of Norman Powell and Tyler Herro, one that head […] The post The ‘unfortunate’ Tyler Herro-Norman Powell situation that hurt the Heat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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