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Clippers G Darius Garland’s reaction to Stephen Curry’s eruption sums it all up

Over the last 15 years, plenty of NBA teams and players have fallen victim to Stephen Curry. The Golden State Warriors superstar has terrorized many teams in the postseason over the years, and tonight he added the LA Clippers to the list. Curry, fresh off of a two-month absence thanks to a knee injury, looked […] The post Clippers G Darius Garland’s reaction to Stephen Curry’s eruption sums it all up appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA fans react to stunning ending of Warriors-Clippers play-in clash

Somewhere out there, NBA commissioner Adam Silver is smoking a cigar and nodding proudly. This year’s Play-In Tournament has been nothing but peak entertainment, with fans being treated to high-quality competition, especially the nail-biter between the Golden State Warriors and the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday. The Warriors rallied from a 13-point deficit in the […] The post NBA fans react to stunning ending of Warriors-Clippers play-in clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Clippers’ Chris Paul takes apparent shot at LA after wild play-in collapse

Well, that was a brutal collapse for the Los Angeles Clippers. They were leading for the entirety of their Play-In Tournament game against the Golden State Warriors. Even with Stephen Curry heating up in the second half, it seemed like Los Angeles was going a good enough job keeping their rivals at bay. The Clippers […] The post Clippers’ Chris Paul takes apparent shot at LA after wild play-in collapse appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blackhawks CEO’s true feelings on looming Connor Bedard contract extension

The Chicago Blackhawks extended general manager Kyle Davidson’s contract on Wednesday. As a result, he will be tasked with continuing to build a playoff-caliber team. This summer, he has to take care of potentially the biggest ticket item he has had to deal with yet. Franchise cornerstone Connor Bedard is due for a contract extension. […] The post Blackhawks CEO’s true feelings on looming Connor Bedard contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors forward Draymond Green’s crucial steal vs. Clippers will go down as one of career best

In a crucial win-or-go-home matchup, Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green secured the NBA play-in victory vs. the Los Angeles Clippers Wednesday night by ripping the ball away from Kawhi Leonard late in the game. The play effectively sealed the outcome, reinforcing Green’s reputation as one of the league’s elite defenders in high-stakes situations. In […] The post Warriors forward Draymond Green’s crucial steal vs. Clippers will go down as one of career best appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fans clown Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard after brutal 4th quarter vs. Warriors

Breaking news: Kawhi Leonard is human. The Los Angeles Clippers had an embarrassing collapse against the Golden State Warriors, 126-121, in the Play-In Tournament at Intuit Dome on Wednesday, with Leonard disappearing in the fourth quarter. Leonard only scored two points in the final period. He did not score until the last 17 seconds, a […] The post Fans clown Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard after brutal 4th quarter vs. Warriors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ Jose Caballero drops the mic on costly error that doomed Mike Trout’s Angels

The New York Yankees delivered a dramatic walk-off victory Wednesday night, as their matchup vs. the Los Angeles Angels turned on a single defensive mistake. Jose Caballero’s late heroics, paired with a strong showing from Mike Trout, defined a game that shifted in the final inning at Yankee Stadium. The Pinstripes trailed 4–3 entering the […] The post Yankees’ Jose Caballero drops the mic on costly error that doomed Mike Trout’s Angels appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Rockets will smash Lakers in 5 games with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injured

Earlier in the 2025-26 season, it looked as though the Houston Rockets had all the makings of a pretender despite adding Kevin Durant into the mix. Fans have gotten so frustrated towards the Rockets for their poor execution in crunch time, and their offense can get clogged at times due to the lack of spacing. […] The post Why Rockets will smash Lakers in 5 games with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injured appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Watch Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani reach 100 mph to strike out Mets’ Francisco Lindor

Shohei Ohtani is back on the mound again for the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Japanese two-way sensation made his third start of the season today, this time facing off against the New York Mets. It’s the first time that Ohtani is a full-time two-way player again after suffering an elbow injury two years ago. Facing […] The post Watch Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani reach 100 mph to strike out Mets’ Francisco Lindor appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fans can’t believe Al Horford’s unreal 3-point barrage in Warriors-Clippers

The Golden State Warriors completed a come-from-behind victory over the Los Angeles Clippers, 126-121, in the Play-In Tournament at Intuit Dome on Wednesday to keep their flat-lining season alive. The Warriors clawed back from a 13-point deficit in the second half to steal the win and set up a do-or-die date with the Phoenix Suns […] The post Fans can’t believe Al Horford’s unreal 3-point barrage in Warriors-Clippers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Of course Dalton Rushing hit a grand slam in place of Shohei Ohtani as Dodgers DH

When news broke that Shohei Ohtani would only be pitching for the Los Angeles Dodgers in their series finale against the New York Mets on Jackie Robinson Day, it allowed fans in New York to breathe a sigh of relief. Sure, Dalton Rushing had himself a tear during the Dodgers’ East Coast road trip, scoring […] The post Of course Dalton Rushing hit a grand slam in place of Shohei Ohtani as Dodgers DH appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors shock Clippers in Play-In behind Stephen Curry, Al Horford

The Golden State Warriors may not be what they were during their dynasty, but their championship DNA still shines through when it matters most. That was never more true than on Wednesday night, with Golden State facing elimination in the Play-In Tournament against the Los Angeles Clippers. The Warriors trailed by as many as 13 […] The post Warriors shock Clippers in Play-In behind Stephen Curry, Al Horford appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blue Jackets’ Zach Werenski breaks silence on scathing Rick Bowness call out

The Columbus Blue Jackets were called out by head coach Rick Bowness after a crushing loss to end their season. Columbus was already eliminated from playoff contention heading into the game. And from Bowness’s perspective, it was clear the players had things on their minds other than the game at hand. The Blue Jackets fell […] The post Blue Jackets’ Zach Werenski breaks silence on scathing Rick Bowness call out appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Magic’s Paolo Banchero reveals what went wrong in frustrating loss to 76ers

The Orlando Magic will have to go through a needle hole to qualify for the playoffs after they lost to the Philadelphia 76ers, 109-97, in the Play-In Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Wednesday. With the defeat, the Magic will face the Charlotte Hornets in a do-or-die affair for the last spot in the playoffs […] The post Magic’s Paolo Banchero reveals what went wrong in frustrating loss to 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Joel Embiid returning to bench a ‘huge lift’ for Tyrese Maxey, 76ers

When the Philadelphia 76ers announced their starting lineup for the seven-eight seed Eastern Conference Play-In game against the Orlando Magic, it did not feature franchise cornerstone Joel Embiid, who has been unable to play after emergency appendectomy surgery. Fortunately, for the first time since Embiid’s surgery, he was with the team and on the bench, […] The post Joel Embiid returning to bench a ‘huge lift’ for Tyrese Maxey, 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Magic star Paolo Banchero’s statement after loss to 76ers will have alarm bells ringing

The Orlando Magic came into the week with two chances to secure their spot in the NBA playoffs, and now they have just one. On Wednesday night, Orlando’s first chance went by the wayside during a 109-97 loss to the 76ers in Philadelphia. Now, the Magic will head back home for a tilt with the […] The post Magic star Paolo Banchero’s statement after loss to 76ers will have alarm bells ringing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brian Kelly sends message to LSU football HC Lane Kiffin after landing Tigers job

LSU football has entered a new era as Lane Kiffin takes over the Tigers program following a significant coaching change. The transition has quickly become a focal point across college football, drawing attention to both Kiffin’s arrival and Brian Kelly’s departure. LSU moved on from Kelly after the 2025 season, despite his 34–14 record that […] The post Brian Kelly sends message to LSU football HC Lane Kiffin after landing Tigers job appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Clippers’ Derrick Jones Jr. limps to locker room vs. Warriors in NBA Play-In

The Los Angeles Clippers have been battling injuries all season long. With their season on the line now, they have unfortunately suffered another injury scare. Forward Derrick Jones Jr has been one of their best defenders this year. Unfortunately, Jones came up limping in their Play-In Game against the Golden State Warriors after rolling his […] The post Clippers’ Derrick Jones Jr. limps to locker room vs. Warriors in NBA Play-In appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors’ Brandin Podziemski takes painful shot to the face from Kawhi Leonard

Brandin Podziemski is known for his willingness to sacrifice his body for the Golden State Warriors, but he probably didn’t expect a literal shot to the jaw from one of the league’s strongest players. In a high-stakes Western Conference Play-In showdown against the Los Angeles Clippers at the Intuit Dome on Wednesday, the sophomore guard […] The post Warriors’ Brandin Podziemski takes painful shot to the face from Kawhi Leonard appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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VJ Edgecombe takes subtle jab at eliminated teams after 76ers clinch playoffs spot

While Tyrese Maxey will draw all of the headlines for his flashy efforts against the Orlando Magic in the Philadelphia 76ers Play-In Tournament win, VJ Edgecombe clocked in as a clear 1B, scoring 19 points in 42 minutes to help put Jamahl Mosley’s squad away. Asked how it felt to secure a playoff spot in […] The post VJ Edgecombe takes subtle jab at eliminated teams after 76ers clinch playoffs spot appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rui Hachimura’s stern warning ahead of Game 1 vs. Rockets

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers know their opening round series of the NBA playoffs against the Houston Rockets is going to be physical. The Rockets are a team that thrives on physicality and is going to look to set the tone in that regard in Game 1. For Rui Hachimura, increased physicality in […] The post Rui Hachimura’s stern warning ahead of Game 1 vs. Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hawks’ X-factor that will spark upset of Knicks in 2026 NBA Playoffs

The Atlanta Hawks would have dreamed up of a better end to the 2025-26 season, but what matters at the end of the day is that they qualified for the playoffs after much uncertainty towards the middle of the regular season. There was a changing of the guard that commenced for the Hawks, and even […] The post Hawks’ X-factor that will spark upset of Knicks in 2026 NBA Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers’ Andre Drummond ‘not scared, worried’ about Celtics after win over Magic

Fans of the Philadelphia 76ers wasted no time calling out the Boston Celtics Wednesday night. Andre Drummond immediately turned the page to the highly anticipated NBA Playoffs contest. Philly scaled past the play-in hurdle by beating the Orlando Magic 109-97. Tyrese Maxey dropped 31 points and won the all-new Amazon Prime Playmaker chain. Those smiles […] The post 76ers’ Andre Drummond ‘not scared, worried’ about Celtics after win over Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Exclusive: LiAngelo Ball shares desire for NBA return

LiAngelo Ball is not giving up on his hoop dreams. In an exclusive interview with ClutchPoints, the former pro basketball player shared his desire to return to the court. “I feel like I’ll give it a shot, especially if I could play with one of my brothers,” LiAngelo said of brothers Lonzo Ball and LaMelo […] The post Exclusive: LiAngelo Ball shares desire for NBA return appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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