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Ivica Zubac sits courtside for Clippers-Warriors play-in months after Pacers trade

There was a familiar face at Intuit Dome on Wednesday as the Los Angeles Clippers hosted the Golden State Warriors in the Play-In Tournament. Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac was in attendance to cheer for his former team. In February, he was traded by the Clippers to the Pacers, along with Kobe Brown, in exchange […] The post Ivica Zubac sits courtside for Clippers-Warriors play-in months after Pacers trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers legend Allen Iverson has perfect reaction to Andre Drummond dagger vs. Magic

The Philadelphia 76ers earned the right to the No. 7 seed in the Eastern Conference Playoffs, defeating the Orlando Magic, 109-97, on Wednesday night. In what was a highly physical game that saw several technicals called, it was Andre Drummond of all players who put the game to bed. With just under a minute left […] The post 76ers legend Allen Iverson has perfect reaction to Andre Drummond dagger vs. Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Padres’ Jackson Merrill robs home run from Mariners Julio Rodriguez

The San Diego Padres gave MLB fans one of the standout moments from Jackie Robinson Day as Jackson Merrill made a highlight-reel defensive play that quickly captured national attention. His home run robbery provided a defining moment in their Wednesday night clash vs. the Seattle Mariners at Petco Park. Facing the Mariners, Merrill showcased elite […] The post Padres’ Jackson Merrill robs home run from Mariners Julio Rodriguez appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dwight Howard restraining order on wife Amy Luciani gets an update

Dwight Howard and Amy Luciani are reportedly moving on. According to the former NBA star’s attorney, Gillian B. Fierer, per TMZ, the protective order was dropped as “the first step in the process to an amicable resolution” of the divorce. The move is not out of the ordinary, as Fierer told the outlet that it […] The post Dwight Howard restraining order on wife Amy Luciani gets an update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tyrese Maxey, Kyle Lowry share special moment with Amazon Prime Playmaker chain

The Philadelphia 76ers engaged in a heated play-in opener with the Orlando Magic featuring one skirmish. But the Wednesday NBA Playoffs showdown ended with Tyrese Maxey and Kyle Lowry getting their hands on some bling via Amazon Prime. Both men enjoyed the 109-97 victory at the Wells Fargo Center. Maxey dropped 31 points to lead […] The post Tyrese Maxey, Kyle Lowry share special moment with Amazon Prime Playmaker chain appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tennessee basketball rumors: Insider lays out scenario where Nate Ament returns to Volunteers

Tennessee basketball had a lot of ups and downs during the 2025-26 season, but the Volunteers found their best basketball in March once again. For the third consecutive season, Rick Barnes led his team to the Elite Eight, but he still is missing that elusive Final Four after losing a blowout regional final against Michigan. […] The post Tennessee basketball rumors: Insider lays out scenario where Nate Ament returns to Volunteers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tyrese Maxey’s immediate reaction to 76ers’ play-in win vs. Magic

The Philadelphia 76ers are now in the playoffs after beating the Orlando Magic, 109-97, in the Play-In Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Wednesday. The seventh-seeded 76ers will face the second-seeded Boston Celtics in the first round. Tyrese Maxey starred for Philadelphia against Orlando, tallying a team-high 31 points, including seven straight in a pivotal […] The post Tyrese Maxey’s immediate reaction to 76ers’ play-in win vs. Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers fans want Boston after commanding Play-In win over Magic

Things got pretty interesting between the Philadelphia 76ers and Orlando Magic in the NBA Play-In tournament on Wednesday. VJ Edgecombe and Jalen Suggs got into a fight, resulting in a technical against Edgecombe. Also, Andre Drummond, of all people, hit a big shot before the half. The result was that the 76ers defeated the Magic […] The post 76ers fans want Boston after commanding Play-In win over Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Buccaneers GM won’t rule out drafting wide receiver despite Emeka Egbuka breakout

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have some interesting decisions to make in the 2026 NFL Draft. After missing the playoffs due to a late-season collapse, it’s clear that some big issues need to be addressed. Their defense, in particular, needs some work, with the front seven needing a boost of new talent. However, if you ask […] The post Buccaneers GM won’t rule out drafting wide receiver despite Emeka Egbuka breakout appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2026 WNBA Draft hits near-record viewership numbers

Following the successful WNBA Draft at The Shed at Hudson Yards in New York on Monday, the league will welcome another batch of fresh faces when the new season unfurls in May. Dallas Wings guard Azzi Fudd, Minnesota Lynx guard Olivia Miles, Seattle Storm teammates Awa Fam Thiam and Flau’jae Johnson, Washington Mystics center Lauren […] The post 2026 WNBA Draft hits near-record viewership numbers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe makes home run history not seen since Barry Bonds

The Pittsburgh Pirates are already seeing the impact of a key offseason addition, as second baseman Brandon Lowe continues to power the lineup during a strong start to the 2026 season. His early production has quickly become one of the team’s most compelling storylines. Acquired to anchor the middle of the order, Lowe has delivered […] The post Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe makes home run history not seen since Barry Bonds appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Stephen Curry delivers powerful pregame message before Warriors-Clippers game

Stephen Curry is ready to go for a high-pressure showdown between the Golden State Warriors and the Los Angeles Clippers. The Warriors are facing Los Angeles on Wednesday night for a win-or-go-home NBA play-in tournament game at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, and Curry is locked in. “It’s pretty simple, you’ve got to win,” Curry said […] The post Stephen Curry delivers powerful pregame message before Warriors-Clippers game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Magic forward Franz Wagner suffers injury, limps off court late vs. 76ers

The Orlando Magic are headed home to face the Charlotte Hornets in an elimination game on Friday. That is because the Magic lost to the Philadelphia 76ers with a spot in the Eastern Conference Playoffs on the line, 109-97. The final score is not indicative of how close the game was, though. But as the […] The post Magic forward Franz Wagner suffers injury, limps off court late vs. 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Marquette lands top 5 rated Louisville transfer

Marquette basketball delivered some highlight moments on the floor, notably Nigel James’ wicked dunk versus Georgetown. But the Golden Eagles now pulled off their first offseason win: Landing a prized Louisville transfer. The Big East program reeled in Sananda Fru Wednesday, with Jonathan Givony of DraftExpress confirming the arrival. College basketball analytics expert Evan Miyakawa […] The post Marquette lands top 5 rated Louisville transfer appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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3 Stars-Wild bold predictions for 2026 Stanley Cup Playoff

One of the biggest match-ups in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs features two teams from the Central Division as the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild prepare to face off. Not only are the two teams playoff-bound, but the Stars and Wild are two of the best in the NHL. The Stars will […] The post 3 Stars-Wild bold predictions for 2026 Stanley Cup Playoff appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla gives perfect reaction to Derrick White WWE clip: ‘Violence is my love language’

The Boston Celtics are awaiting the winner of the game between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Orlando Magic in the Play-In Tournament to determine their opponent in the first round of the playoffs. In the meantime, Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla has extra time to guest on a podcast and talk about his recent appearance in […] The post Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla gives perfect reaction to Derrick White WWE clip: ‘Violence is my love language’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Texas’ Cam Coleman shades old Auburn offense with Longhorns usage update

Texas football is coming into 2026 as one of the most highly-regarded teams in college football. The Longhorns fell short of expectations in 2025 in Arch Manning’s first season as the starting quarterback, but Manning and his offense played better and better as the season went on. In the offseason, in order to aid Manning’s […] The post Texas’ Cam Coleman shades old Auburn offense with Longhorns usage update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ Jose Caballero walks off Angels for another comeback win

The New York Yankees have done it again. For the second time in the series against the Los Angeles Angels, the Bronx Bombers scored a win in walkoff fashion, this time with Jose Caballero as the hero. The Yankees entered the bottom of the ninth inning behind the Halos, 4-3. They started with a Giancarlo […] The post Yankees’ Jose Caballero walks off Angels for another comeback win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Former Ravens CB Jaire Alexander sends powerful message to Baltimore

It came as a surprise to many when two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander announced his retirement in November. Alexander had just been traded to the Philadelphia Eagles after playing just a couple of games with the Baltimore Ravens. The 28-year-old then promptly decided to retire. On Wednesday, the former Ravens cornerback took to social […] The post Former Ravens CB Jaire Alexander sends powerful message to Baltimore appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kraken get brutal Jaden Schwartz injury update before Golden Knights clash

The Seattle Kraken have been eliminated from postseason contention. As a result, the team is only playing for pride at this point. Unfortunately, the grind of the NHL season takes no breaks. And the Kraken will have to do battle without forward Jaden Schwartz as a result. Schwartz will not skate in Wednesday’s contest against […] The post Kraken get brutal Jaden Schwartz injury update before Golden Knights clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hornets’ LaMelo Ball avoids suspension, fined $60k for tripping Bam Adebayo

During the NBA’s Play-In Tournament, Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball and Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo got entangled. During that play, Ball seems to trip Adebayo intentionally. The move led to the Heat star getting injured, much to the anger of the fans. Now, the NBA has handed out the punishment for Ball after this […] The post Hornets’ LaMelo Ball avoids suspension, fined $60k for tripping Bam Adebayo appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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3 Sabres-Bruins bold predictions for 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

These two ancient rivals are meeting for the ninth time in the Stanley Cup playoffs, and the first times since the Bruins registered a 4-2 series victory in 2010. The Sabres are making their first playoff appearance since the 2011 season, and they have had an explosive year. While they were in last place in […] The post 3 Sabres-Bruins bold predictions for 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Olivia Culpo reveals how she convinces Christian McCaffrey to appear in content with her

Olivia Culpo is sharing her tricks on how she is able to get Christian McCaffrey in videos for her on social media. In an April 11 video posted by the supermodel on TikTok, the couple was seen dressed to the nines as they headed out for date night. “Mom and dads night out (he did […] The post Olivia Culpo reveals how she convinces Christian McCaffrey to appear in content with her appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers’ VJ Edgecombe Technical prompts skirmish with Magic as things get chippy

The Philadelphia 76ers are hosting the Orlando Magic during Wednesday night’s NBA Play-In game. In a contest that has been hard to watch at times, things got a little spicy during the third quarter. With the 76ers leading 71-62, Paul George got a steal and found VJ Edgecombe for a transition bucket. After the rookie […] The post 76ers’ VJ Edgecombe Technical prompts skirmish with Magic as things get chippy appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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