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1 transfer portal target Illinois basketball must sign to get back to Final Four

Apr 11, 2026 @ 9:08pm

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Illinois basketball shifts to reload mode following its Final Four return. That now includes replacing top freshman scoring machine Keaton Wagler. The versatile shooting and point guard declared for the 2026 NBA Draft Saturday evening. Wagler is hearing top five chatter amid his decision to leave Champaign. Granted, head coach Brad Underwood and his staff […] The post 1 transfer portal target Illinois basketball must sign to get back to Final Four appeared first on ClutchPoints.

WNBA rumors: Aces among 3 teams Gabby Williams is deciding between in free agency

Apr 11, 2026 @ 8:50pm

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One of the top players on the free agency market this offseason was forward Gabby Williams, and sure enough, she’s reportedly narrowed down her choices to potentially contending teams including the Las Vegas Aces, as per Andraya Carter of ESPN. The other two teams that Gabby Williams is reportedly interested in via free agency this […] The post WNBA rumors: Aces among 3 teams Gabby Williams is deciding between in free agency appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Trevor Story reveals how Red Sox can get back on track after slow start

Apr 11, 2026 @ 8:48pm

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The Boston Red Sox are 4-9 entering Saturday’s game against the St. Louis Cardinals. It’s been an incredibly slow start for the entire team to begin the 2026 campaign. On Saturday, Trevor Story shared how he thinks the club can turn things around. While talking with MLB Insider Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the 33-year-old […] The post Trevor Story reveals how Red Sox can get back on track after slow start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Knicks’ Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns are figuring it out at perfect moment

Apr 11, 2026 @ 8:35pm

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NEW YORK – Much has been expected of Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns as a duo from the moment the New York Knicks paired them together. At the end of their second season as Knicks teammates, it looks like they’re just beginning to realize their offensive potential. Since February 1, among the top 50 duos […] The post Knicks’ Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns are figuring it out at perfect moment appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Guardians’ Jose Ramirez completes 29-team HR challenge with dinger off Braves

Apr 11, 2026 @ 8:24pm

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The Cleveland Guardians are taking on the Atlanta Braves on Saturday in the second contest of a three-game series. Jose Ramirez managed to record an impressive milestone after hitting a home run in the top of the first inning. Ramirez, who is 33 years old, went yard after hitting a changeup right down the middle […] The post Guardians’ Jose Ramirez completes 29-team HR challenge with dinger off Braves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Fever to sign ex-Wings guard in free agency

Apr 11, 2026 @ 8:22pm

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The Indiana Fever are continuing their quest to build a championship contender around Caitlin Clark, and they’ve already made a couple shrewd moves in free agency this offseason. Needing depth in the backcourt, the Fever have reached an agreement to sign veteran guard Tyasha Harris, as per Chloe Peterson of The Indy Star. Tyasha Harris’ […] The post Fever to sign ex-Wings guard in free agency appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Illinois freshman guard Keaton Wagler declares for NBA Draft

Apr 11, 2026 @ 8:21pm

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Illinois basketball garnered an early No. 1 ranking over Michigan after the 2025-26 season wrapped up. But the Illini must now operate without Keaton Wagler heading into next season as he heads to the NBA Draft. The prized freshman, who sparked the Final Four return for Illinois, declared for the draft Saturday. ESPN NBA insider […] The post Illinois freshman guard Keaton Wagler declares for NBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Cameron Young gets 100% real on climbing up Masters leaderboard on Day 3

Apr 11, 2026 @ 8:15pm

The Masters looked like it was on a path to be a runaway for Rory McIlroy after two rounds. Thanks to Cameron Young, that is no longer the case after he fired a brilliant 7 under par 65 on Moving Day. Young and McIlroy are tied for the Masters lead after three rounds with scores […] The post Cameron Young gets 100% real on climbing up Masters leaderboard on Day 3 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama drops truth bomb on winning unanimous DPOY

Apr 11, 2026 @ 7:59pm

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Following what may have been his last San Antonio Spurs game of the regular season before the playoffs, ClutchPoints asked Victor Wembanyama if he would be surprised if he didn’t win the NBA’s Defensive Player of the Year unanimously. In pausing for four seconds before answering, the overwhelming favorite to capture the award did not […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama drops truth bomb on winning unanimous DPOY appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Storm sign 2-time All-Star center Stefanie Dolson

Apr 11, 2026 @ 7:57pm

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The Seattle Storm have experienced sort of a roster exodus this offseason with the departures of Nneka Ogwumike, Skylar Diggins, Gabby Williams and Erica Wheeler. Ogwumike and Wheeler left for the Sparks, Diggins signed with the Chicago Sky and Williams is meeting with other interested teams. But the Storm have made a couple of free […] The post Storm sign 2-time All-Star center Stefanie Dolson appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts shares latest Tommy Edman injury update

Apr 11, 2026 @ 7:50pm

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Tommy Edman has not yet made his 2026 season debut, as he’s bouncing back from surgery that repaired his right ankle injury. On Saturday, Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts shared an update regarding Edman’s recovery status. Roberts claimed that Edman won’t return to action until about late May, according to Fabian Ardaya of The […] The post Dodgers manager Dave Roberts shares latest Tommy Edman injury update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Kennedy Burke joining Sun on 1-year contract in WNBA free agency

Apr 11, 2026 @ 7:35pm

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The Connecticut Sun made a big splash in WNBA free agency having reached an agreement with future Hall of Famer Brittney Griner. The team also opted to bring back center Olivia Nelson-Ododa. Fitting in with the theme of fortifying their frontcourt rotation this offseason, the Sun came to an agreement with Kennedy Burke on a […] The post Kennedy Burke joining Sun on 1-year contract in WNBA free agency appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Heat’s Erik Spoelstra teases new role for Kel’el Ware ahead of play-in

Apr 11, 2026 @ 7:33pm

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With the Miami Heat preparing for its fourth straight play-in tournament, there is one game left in the regular season on Sunday against the Atlanta Hawks that could bring them up a seed to host a contest in the tourney. As the Heat are looking to overcome their own woes, they got some relief by […] The post Heat’s Erik Spoelstra teases new role for Kel’el Ware ahead of play-in appeared first on ClutchPoints.

What Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr. said about surprising start at second base

Apr 11, 2026 @ 7:17pm

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With the San Diego Padres deciding to put Fernando Tatis Jr. at second base ahead of Saturday’s game against the Colorado Rockies, the star has revealed his reaction to the change. With the Padres starting Tatis at second base for the first time, the 27-year-0ld went through when conversations started about this potential change and […] The post What Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr. said about surprising start at second base appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Rory McIlroy makes ‘green jacket’ admission amid incredible early-tournament Masters success

Apr 11, 2026 @ 7:14pm

Rory McIlroy did not have the same kind of round on Moving Day that he did in the second round of the Masters, but he still has the confidence to fight for a championship that comes from being the defending champion. McIlroy had established himself as the leader for the tournament with his brilliant round […] The post Rory McIlroy makes ‘green jacket’ admission amid incredible early-tournament Masters success appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Why Padres started Fernando Tatis Jr. at second base for first time

Apr 11, 2026 @ 6:57pm

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As the San Diego Padres decided to start Fernando Tatis Jr. at second base on Saturday ahead of the matchup against the Colorado Rockies, fans have been buzzing at the position change. With Tatis looking to shake off an early-season slump for the Padres, manager Craig Stammen discusses the change and the excitement that comes […] The post Why Padres started Fernando Tatis Jr. at second base for first time appeared first on ClutchPoints.

USC, Lincoln Riley wins over 4-star TE over Michigan, Texas A&M

Apr 11, 2026 @ 6:46pm

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USC football delivered one big offseason win already by flipping four-star tackle Drew Fielder from Oregon. Now head coach Lincoln Riley and company just beat out Michigan and Texas A&M for their latest talent Saturday. The Trojans landed tight end Jace Cannon from Junipero Serra High of San Mateo, which adds a new four-star for […] The post USC, Lincoln Riley wins over 4-star TE over Michigan, Texas A&M appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Rory McIlroy stumbles on day 3 of the Masters, opens door for Cameron Young, other challengers

Apr 11, 2026 @ 6:37pm

Rory McIlroy was immaculate in the first two rounds of the Masters. He entered Saturday with a six-stroke lead, the largest in Masters history through 36 holes. However, he somehow managed to lose that lead during the third round, opening the door for Cameron Young and the rest of the pack. McIlroy managed to blow […] The post Rory McIlroy stumbles on day 3 of the Masters, opens door for Cameron Young, other challengers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Mets’ Juan Soto takes step forward in calf injury recovery

Apr 11, 2026 @ 6:25pm

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With the Mets’ biggest star in Juan Soto dealing with a calf injury, there is no denying that the offense has stumbled with him off the field, though it appears he’s making a recovery that’s trending positively. As Soto is “irreplaceable” for the Mets, as Francisco Lindor noted, the latest video from the injured star […] The post Mets’ Juan Soto takes step forward in calf injury recovery appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Francisco Lindor makes brutal mistake that leads to Jeff McNeil scoring a run

Apr 11, 2026 @ 6:17pm

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The New York Mets have Francisco Lindor leading the hitting charge with Juan Soto out. But the five-time MLB All-Star delivered a brutal mistake involving Jeff McNeil against the Athletics. The shortstop received a golden opportunity to pull off a double play. But Lindor misjudged during the top of the second inning moment as seen […] The post Francisco Lindor makes brutal mistake that leads to Jeff McNeil scoring a run appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Scottie Scheffler makes real confession after 65 on day 3 of Masters

Apr 11, 2026 @ 6:10pm

Scottie Scheffler did not play the like the Masters favorite through the first two rounds of the first major tournament of the year. However, after trailing by 12 strokes after 36 holes, Scheffler found his game on Moving Day and fired a 7 under par 65 to shoot his way back into contention. “Feel like […] The post Scottie Scheffler makes real confession after 65 on day 3 of Masters appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Raptors make intriguing contract decision right before NBA playoffs

Apr 11, 2026 @ 6:06pm

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The Toronto Raptors are converting two-way guard AJ Lawson to an NBA contract ahead of the playoffs. Before hosting the Brooklyn Nets with playoff implications on the line for the Raptors in their regular-season finale, Lawson will be available. Lawson and the Raptors are tied with the Orlando Magic for sixth place in the Eastern […] The post Raptors make intriguing contract decision right before NBA playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Dontayvion Wicks trade grades for Eagles, Packers

Apr 11, 2026 @ 5:59pm

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On Friday, the Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers made a trade that, at least on the surface, seemed rather straightforward. After watching Jahan Dotson sign with the Atlanta Falcons, Howie Roseman did what Howie Roseman does, trading a pair of Day 3 picks, a fifth rounder in 2026 and a sixth rounder in 2027, […] The post Dontayvion Wicks trade grades for Eagles, Packers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Mets’ Francisco Lindor drops honest admission after calling Juan Soto ‘irreplaceable’

Apr 11, 2026 @ 5:48pm

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As New York Mets star Juan Soto is dealing with a calf injury, the team has been trying to keep up the offense with his absence, as Francisco Lindor is leading the charge. With Soto looking to come off the Mets’ injured list and get back to playing, Lindor’s recent comments praise the injured star. […] The post Mets’ Francisco Lindor drops honest admission after calling Juan Soto ‘irreplaceable’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.