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Nickeil Alexander-Walker reveals when Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander got his signature aura

Apr 10, 2026 @ 5:14pm

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Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker noticed something different about Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander at a tender age that separated him from the others. Ahead of leading his team on a journey to win back-to-back championships, Gilgeous-Alexander says 2025-26 was a challenging regular season. It’s hard to tell from the outside. However, Alexander-Walker says […] The post Nickeil Alexander-Walker reveals when Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander got his signature aura appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Ducks sign GM Pat Verbeek to multi-year extension

Apr 10, 2026 @ 5:08pm

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Despite recently losing six straight games, the Anaheim Ducks (42-32-5, 89 points) are inching closer to their first playoff berth since 2018. They can still leap the Edmonton Oilers and Vegas Golden Knights and secure their first Pacific Division title in nine years. The franchise is revitalized, and as a result, ownership is deciding to […] The post Ducks sign GM Pat Verbeek to multi-year extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Is Tari Eason playing tonight? Rockets vs. Timberwolves injury report

Apr 10, 2026 @ 4:55pm

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The Houston Rockets and Minnesota Timberwolves will play on Friday night. Tari Eason is among the Rockets listed on the injury report, however. So, is Eason playing tonight? Eason is dealing with an illness heading into the game. Both the Rockets and Timberwolves have multiple injuries to monitor ahead of tip-off. Here’s everything we know […] The post Is Tari Eason playing tonight? Rockets vs. Timberwolves injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Eagles trade 2 draft picks for Packers WR Dontayvion Wicks

Apr 10, 2026 @ 4:49pm

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The Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers have agreed to a trade weeks before the 2026 NFL Draft. The Packers are sending away a former weapon of Jordan Love, Dontayvion Wicks, to the Eagles for 2 draft picks. Wicks has seen tons of success in his young NFL career and could be a great addition […] The post Eagles trade 2 draft picks for Packers WR Dontayvion Wicks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Patriots add ex-Giants DC to Mike Vrabel’s staff

Apr 10, 2026 @ 4:41pm

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New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel has found himself in the headlines for all the wrong reasons recently. Still, Vrabel remains focused on making the Patriots as strong as he can in 2026. To help aid their cause, New England has hired Shane Bowen as a defensive analyst, via Ian Rapoport. Vrabel and Bowen’s […] The post Patriots add ex-Giants DC to Mike Vrabel’s staff appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Grizzlies have 16 players listed on injury report for Jazz game

Apr 10, 2026 @ 4:31pm

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The Memphis Grizzlies have 16 players listed on their injury report ahead of Friday’s matchup against the Utah Jazz. After Grizzlies’ Ja Morant underwent a season-ending procedure for his elbow injury, 11 of his teammates are also ruled out for Friday’s game against the Jazz. Memphis has five players who are either considered questionable or […] The post Grizzlies have 16 players listed on injury report for Jazz game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Tyler Herro, Norman Powell injury problems persist amid Heat’s play-in push

Apr 10, 2026 @ 4:27pm

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With the Miami Heat preparing for its fourth straight play-in tournament, the team is looking to close out the final two games of the regular season on a positive note, though the team’s injury woes continue. As Heat stars Tyler Herro and Norman Powell headline the injury report, here is a look at where the […] The post Tyler Herro, Norman Powell injury problems persist amid Heat’s play-in push appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Diamondbacks’ Corbin Carroll shuts down hip injury concern after recent scare

Apr 10, 2026 @ 4:25pm

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Arizona Diamondbacks star Corbin Carroll is dealing with a hip injury concern. He is out of Friday’s lineup for the Diamondbacks’ game against the Philadelphia Phillies. However, Carroll is seemingly not concerned about the injury, according to Jody Jackson. “Corbin Carroll says he feels a lot better today and all indications are that he will […] The post Diamondbacks’ Corbin Carroll shuts down hip injury concern after recent scare appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Why Cubs’ Shota Imanaga was removed from game amid no-hit bid vs. Pirates

Apr 10, 2026 @ 4:21pm

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The Chicago Cubs and fans were witnessing a no-hit bid against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday afternoon. Cubs’ ace Shota Imanaga pitched a gem against the Pirates, but was removed in the 7th inning after reaching the 100 pitch mark. 68 of his 100 pitches were for strikes, and the southpaw struck out nine hitters […] The post Why Cubs’ Shota Imanaga was removed from game amid no-hit bid vs. Pirates appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Al Horford to make injury return vs. Kings as play-in tournament draws near

Apr 10, 2026 @ 4:11pm

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The Golden State Warriors are locked in to the final play-in tournament spot with the No. 10 seed, and they are looking to get their roster as healthy as can be. Veteran big man Al Horford is expected to make his injury return for the Warriors’ penultimate game of the regular season against the Sacramento […] The post Al Horford to make injury return vs. Kings as play-in tournament draws near appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Celtics rumors: Insider doubles down on Giannis trade idea including Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown

Apr 10, 2026 @ 4:07pm

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The Boston Celtics have exceeded expectations this season and look to be heading towards the postseason as one of the title contenders. Jaylen Brown delivered a standout campaign in the absence of Jayson Tatum, who has looked close to his best since making a return from his lengthy injury absence. However, that does not mean […] The post Celtics rumors: Insider doubles down on Giannis trade idea including Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Jed Hoyer still believes in Cubs despite Cade Horton’s season-ending injury

Apr 10, 2026 @ 4:05pm

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The Los Angeles Dodgers have earned the right to be massive World Series favorites, but a perfect storm can hit in October and instantly shatter championship prospects. The Chicago Cubs looked like a hurricane-in-the making entering the 2026 season, possessing a powerful mix of offense and starting pitching that could potentially obstruct LA’s path to […] The post Jed Hoyer still believes in Cubs despite Cade Horton’s season-ending injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Yankees’ Anthony Volpe receives crucial update as injury recovery continues

Apr 10, 2026 @ 4:02pm

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The New York Yankees placed Anthony Volpe on the IL before the start of the season, as he is still recovering from surgery to repair his partially torn labrum in his left shoulder. On Friday, Volpe received an important update about his road to recovery. Reports indicate that the Yankees plan to begin the 24-year-old […] The post Yankees’ Anthony Volpe receives crucial update as injury recovery continues appeared first on ClutchPoints.

WWE, just give Brock Lesnar vs. Oba Femi the main event of WrestleMania 42

Apr 10, 2026 @ 3:50pm

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While the full WWE WrestleMania 42 match card has been announced, changes could still be made, and the promotion should make one regarding where Brock Lesnar vs. Oba Femi takes place. This is a major money match, and frankly, it’s been more entertaining than the other likely main event matches, especially with the recent insertion […] The post WWE, just give Brock Lesnar vs. Oba Femi the main event of WrestleMania 42 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

76ers star Joel Embiid receives update after successful appendectomy

Apr 10, 2026 @ 3:46pm

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Philadelphia 76ers received a positive update on Joel Embiid after the star center underwent a successful appendectomy, though his timeline to return remains uncertain. According to Austin Krell of Sixers On SI, Embiid was discharged from the hospital Friday and is heading back to Philadelphia as he begins the next phase of his recovery. The […] The post 76ers star Joel Embiid receives update after successful appendectomy appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Yankees make official Luis Gil move ahead of Rays game

Apr 10, 2026 @ 3:45pm

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The New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays are getting ready for Game 1 of a 3-game series in Florida. The Yankees are 8-4 in the early season, looking very good. The Rays are 5-7, playing competitive ball and showcasing some elite hitting, leading the league with only 86 strikeouts as a team. The Yankees […] The post Yankees make official Luis Gil move ahead of Rays game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s honest ‘challenging’ take on Thunder’s 2025-26 season

Apr 10, 2026 @ 3:43pm

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For All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder, clinching the No. 1 seed in three consecutive regular seasons isn’t easy. Leading the league with an 11.4 average point differential, the defending champions handed the Los Angeles Lakers two 36+ point losses after Gilgeous-Alexander’s 47 points closed out a 114-110 victory against the Detroit Pistons […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s honest ‘challenging’ take on Thunder’s 2025-26 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Mariners’ Ichiro statue seemingly endures bat malfunction during unveiling

Apr 10, 2026 @ 3:39pm

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The Seattle Mariners unveiled a statue for franchise icon Ichiro on Friday. After his first-ballot Hall of Fame induction and a jersey retirement last year, the legend came back for the statue reveal. But when a group of Mariners legends pulled the sheet off the statue, his bat bent out of shape. The formal unveiling […] The post Mariners’ Ichiro statue seemingly endures bat malfunction during unveiling appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Scottie Scheffler inexplicably into the drink not once, but twice at the Masters

Apr 10, 2026 @ 3:27pm

The 90th Masters Tournament is well underway, and Rory McIlroy looks poised to go back-to-back. Several other PGA Tour stars are in the mix, but on Friday, World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler has gone in the other direction. He entered Friday’s second round 2-under par, three shots behind McIlroy and Sam Burns. After a slew […] The post Scottie Scheffler inexplicably into the drink not once, but twice at the Masters appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Tigers’ Parker Meadows lands on IL with multiple injuries after scary moment

Apr 10, 2026 @ 3:21pm

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Parker Meadows was carted off the field during the Detroit Tigers’ 3-1 loss to the Minnesota Twins on Thursday after a scary collision with teammate Riley Greene. Nearly 24 hours later, the club officially placed Meadows on the IL with multiple injuries. The 26-year-old outfielder was placed on the 10-day IL for now with a […] The post Tigers’ Parker Meadows lands on IL with multiple injuries after scary moment appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Kelsey Mitchell set to return to Fever on $1.4 million supermax contract

Apr 10, 2026 @ 3:19pm

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The Indiana Fever took one step further in keeping together the core they hope can contend for a championship by reaching an agreement to re-sign star guard Kelsey Mitchell in free agency, as per Chiney Ogwumike of ESPN. Prior to the free agent negotiation period, the Fever cored Mitchell, ensuring themselves exclusive negotiating rights. Kelsey […] The post Kelsey Mitchell set to return to Fever on $1.4 million supermax contract appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Sophie Cunningham slams interactions with ‘old creepy men’

Apr 10, 2026 @ 3:11pm

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It’s safe to say that WNBA guard Sophie Cunningham has had some crazy encounters with fans, as the 2025 Indiana Fever star detailed. During an interview with GQ Sports, Cunningham was asked for her “wildest fan interaction.” Cunningham joked that she’s the “right person” to ask that. “I get a lot of old, creepy men, […] The post Sophie Cunningham slams interactions with ‘old creepy men’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Who are Mike Vrabel’s, Dianna Russini’s partners?

Apr 10, 2026 @ 3:11pm

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Who are the people standing just outside one of the NFL world’s most talked-about storylines? That question continues to grow louder after photos showed NFL reporter Dianna Russini and New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel at a Sedona resort on March 28. Once Page Six published the images, both moved quickly to shut down speculation. […] The post Who are Mike Vrabel’s, Dianna Russini’s partners? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Bills working out Rochester native for potential 1st round pick

Apr 10, 2026 @ 3:09pm

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The Buffalo Bills are continuing their pre-draft evaluations, recently meeting with former Texas A&M wide receiver KC Concepcion, a New York native who could be in consideration ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero shared video Friday on X, formerly known as Twitter, of Concepcion discussing his meeting with Buffalo during a […] The post Bills working out Rochester native for potential 1st round pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.