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Award-winning forward returning to Nebraska for 2026-27 season

Apr 9, 2026 @ 8:30pm

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Nebraska basketball delivered a season to remember for fans through its Sweet 16 run. Now they received huge news Thursday amid College Basketball Transfer Portal season. Nebraska’s top reserve Braden Frager is returning. The forward helped reveal his intentions to return to Lincoln, meaning Nebraska gets the Big Ten Sixth Man of the Year back. […] The post Award-winning forward returning to Nebraska for 2026-27 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Celtics’ Jayson Tatum makes brutally honest admission ahead of return to Madison Square Garden

Apr 9, 2026 @ 8:27pm

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Jayson Tatum got real about his return to Madison Square Garden ahead of the Boston Celtics’ matchup against the New York Knicks on Thursday night. This marks Tatum’s first game back at the historic arena since his untimely Achilles injury in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. He was on pace for an incredible […] The post Celtics’ Jayson Tatum makes brutally honest admission ahead of return to Madison Square Garden appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Scottie Scheffler grabs attention with admission after Masters first round

Apr 9, 2026 @ 8:24pm

Scottie Scheffler is back after three weeks away from the PGA Tour world, as he recently completed his first round at The Masters. The star golfer finished his day at -2 at Augusta, as he is tied for sixth on the leaderboard. Sam Burns and Rory McIlroy currently lead the way at -5 overall. After […] The post Scottie Scheffler grabs attention with admission after Masters first round appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Thunder end up with 2 national champions in ClutchPoints’ latest NBA Mock Draft

Apr 9, 2026 @ 8:16pm

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With three first-round picks, the Oklahoma City Thunder is an interesting team to keep an eye on during mock draft season. In what’s anticipated to be one of the best draft classes, the Thunder’s three first-round picks are in the top-20. In ClutchPoints’ mock draft, two of Oklahoma City’s first-round picks have won the national […] The post Thunder end up with 2 national champions in ClutchPoints’ latest NBA Mock Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Mind-blowing Jon Gruden, Mike Mayock NFL Draft story surfaces

Apr 9, 2026 @ 8:11pm

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The Las Vegas Raiders might be in the position they are in right now because of the hiring decisions the franchise made in 2018 and 2019. During the time Jon Gruden was head coach (2018-2021) and Mike Mayock was general manager (2019-2021), it turns out the organization approached at least one draft with more than […] The post Mind-blowing Jon Gruden, Mike Mayock NFL Draft story surfaces appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Why Pelicans must prioritize this record-chasing rookie in final two road games

Apr 9, 2026 @ 8:10pm

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James Borrego’s New Orleans Pelicans have nothing tangible left to play for in the standings. Team uniforms will be packed away for the summer in less than a week. However, in the sterile, consequence-free environment of the final two road games, Jeremiah Fears is in the perfect situation to chase a franchise record. The rookie […] The post Why Pelicans must prioritize this record-chasing rookie in final two road games appeared first on ClutchPoints.

DeMar DeRozan goes scorched earth on ‘clown’ that doesn’t want him passing Shaq

Apr 9, 2026 @ 8:08pm

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DeMar DeRozan continues to rise on the NBA’s all-time scoring list. Lately, he surpassed Oscar Robertson for 16th with 26,702 points. Now he is closing in on Russell Westbrook, Elvin Hayes, Moses Malone, Carmelo Anthony, and Shaquille O’Neal. Shaq is 10th on the all-time list. However, not everyone is keen on the idea of DeRozan […] The post DeMar DeRozan goes scorched earth on ‘clown’ that doesn’t want him passing Shaq appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Erik Spoelstra shares honest reaction to Heat’s 4th straight play-in tournament fate

Apr 9, 2026 @ 4:05pm

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Ahead of the Miami Heat’s rematch against the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night, the team suffered a painful 121-95 loss to them on Tuesday, cementing their postseason fate that’s all too familiar for the fans and everybody in the franchise alike. With the Heat’s season ending in three games, the team will once again have […] The post Erik Spoelstra shares honest reaction to Heat’s 4th straight play-in tournament fate appeared first on ClutchPoints.

How much time could 76ers’ Joel Embiid miss after appendicitis diagnosis?

Apr 9, 2026 @ 4:02pm

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The Philadelphia 76ers could be without Joel Embiid for an extended period following a sudden appendicitis diagnosis, raising significant questions about his availability as the regular season winds down. Embiid is set to undergo surgery after the team confirmed the diagnosis ahead of Thursday night’s matchup against the Houston Rockets (50-29). Early indications suggest the […] The post How much time could 76ers’ Joel Embiid miss after appendicitis diagnosis? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

2 reasons Jeremiyah Love would be perfect Tennesee Titans fit in 2026 NFL Draft

Apr 9, 2026 @ 4:00pm

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The Tennessee Titans have spent the last two years trying to figure out exactly what kind of football team they want to be, and the 2026 NFL Draft may finally give them the answer. As the first overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, Cam Ward came to Nashville. There were some promising signs of […] The post 2 reasons Jeremiyah Love would be perfect Tennesee Titans fit in 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Why Rickea Jackson trade would be huge mistake for Sparks

Apr 9, 2026 @ 3:55pm

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It wasn’t too long ago when the Las Vegas Aces were among the laughingstocks of the WNBA. Four straight losing seasons, three of which they won fewer than 10 games. But those losing seasons yielded three No. 1 picks in A’ja Wilson, Kelsey Plum and Jackie Young. The franchise stayed the course, something the Los […] The post Why Rickea Jackson trade would be huge mistake for Sparks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Royals announce multiple roster moves ahead of White Sox clash

Apr 9, 2026 @ 3:55pm

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The Kansas City Royals made several roster moves on Thursday, reinforcing their bullpen ahead of a significant four-game series vs. the Chicago White Sox at Kauffman Stadium. The decisions reflect early-season urgency while the club looks to stabilize its pitching staff and gain ground in the standings, as the Royals continue to overcome early-season inconsistency, […] The post Royals announce multiple roster moves ahead of White Sox clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Rory McIlroy makes huge Masters statement at Augusta National

Apr 9, 2026 @ 3:53pm

World No. 2 Rory McIlroy finally got the monkey off his back, winning the 2025 Masters in a playoff. He birdied the first playoff hole to defeat Justin Rose in a wild final round at the Masters. Despite not having played for a few weeks entering this week, McIlroy seems poised to make history. The […] The post Rory McIlroy makes huge Masters statement at Augusta National appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Reds manager Terry Francona gets 100% real on brutal final game of series vs. Marlins

Apr 9, 2026 @ 3:52pm

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The Cincinnati Reds fell 8-1 to the Miami Marlins on Thursday in their final contest of the four-game series. After a hard day at the plate, manager Terry Francona explains what happened that led to the club’s downfall. Francona, who is 66 years old, claims the Marlins’ pitching group focused on slowing the pitches down […] The post Reds manager Terry Francona gets 100% real on brutal final game of series vs. Marlins appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Heat’s Tyler Herro reveals the Norman Powell question he’s been getting a lot this season

Apr 9, 2026 @ 3:46pm

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As Miami Heat star Tyler Herro looks to finish his seventh season off on a high note with three games left in the season ahead of Thursday’s rematch against the Toronto Raptors, his usage with Norman Powell has been a consistent storyline this year. With the Heat guard in Powell set to play with the […] The post Heat’s Tyler Herro reveals the Norman Powell question he’s been getting a lot this season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Thunder’s Chet Holmgren keeps insane streak dating back to high school alive

Apr 9, 2026 @ 3:45pm

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After All-Star Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder clinched the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference standings, he continued an absurd streak that dates back to his high school days. Holmgren’s 30 points, 14 rebounds, five assists, and four blocks led the Thunder to a 128-110 blowout win against the LA Clippers on […] The post Thunder’s Chet Holmgren keeps insane streak dating back to high school alive appeared first on ClutchPoints.

76ers’ Joel Embiid to undergo surgery after appendicitis diagnosis

Apr 9, 2026 @ 3:41pm

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The Philadelphia 76ers are trying to make a playoff push with just a few games remaining in the regular season, and their goal is to avoid the play-in. These next few games are important, and they have a big one against the Houston Rockets that can determine a lot. Unfortunately, they’ll be without Joel Embiid […] The post 76ers’ Joel Embiid to undergo surgery after appendicitis diagnosis appeared first on ClutchPoints.

NBA finds no wrongdoing in Kings’ late-game foul vs. Warriors

Apr 9, 2026 @ 3:32pm

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The Sacramento Kings have been one of the teams that many think are tanking this season, and their actions against the Golden State Warriors didn’t help their case. During the game, Doug Christie told his players to intentionally foul Seth Curry, which sent him to the free-throw line. After the game, Draymond Green called out […] The post NBA finds no wrongdoing in Kings’ late-game foul vs. Warriors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

A new betting favorite hints at Jets’ NFL Draft plans

Apr 9, 2026 @ 3:21pm

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The 2026 NFL Draft is right around the corner, and the New York Jets own two first-round picks this year. With all eyes on the No. 2 overall selection, a new betting favorite emerges for New York, which may hint at the club’s plans for the draft. David Bailey, an edge rusher coming out of […] The post A new betting favorite hints at Jets’ NFL Draft plans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Sam Burns sets Augusta National personal best for clubhouse lead at the Masters

Apr 9, 2026 @ 3:20pm

There is nothing like watching the best golfers in the world compete at Augusta National for the Masters. Every single shot could turn into something that people will remember forever. Many of these golfers are aiming to win the event for the first time, whereas guys like Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm, and Dustin […] The post Sam Burns sets Augusta National personal best for clubhouse lead at the Masters appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Celtics’ Jaylen Brown reveals secret to career season that smashes doubters to pieces

Apr 9, 2026 @ 3:17pm

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The Boston Celtics have blown away expectations so far during the 2025-26 NBA season, closing in on securing the number two seed in the Eastern Conference despite playing most of the year without Jayson Tatum. Stepping up in Tatum’s absence was star Jaylen Brown, who put together by far the best season of his career […] The post Celtics’ Jaylen Brown reveals secret to career season that smashes doubters to pieces appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Alabama football’s Kalen DeBoer makes Ty Simpson NFL Draft pitch to 1st-round suitors

Apr 9, 2026 @ 3:16pm

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As people have been debating Alabama football star Ty Simpson’s NFL Draft stock, head coach Kalen DeBoer would give his thoughts on the quarterback’s value. While many mock drafts will have the Alabama football signal-caller in Simpson on different teams, DeBoer makes the case for why he is a first-round pick. There has been speculation […] The post Alabama football’s Kalen DeBoer makes Ty Simpson NFL Draft pitch to 1st-round suitors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Braves’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season

Apr 9, 2026 @ 3:12pm

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The Atlanta Braves have opened the 2026 season in a strong position. At 8–5, they sit atop the division and are riding back-to-back series wins over the Athletics and Los Angeles Angels. On the surface, it’s the profile of a contender settling in early. But beneath that encouraging start, a clear concern has emerged. Austin […] The post Braves’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Cowboys’ biggest need to address in 2026 NFL Draft after failing to find it in free agency

Apr 9, 2026 @ 3:05pm

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While Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones floats trade ideas, the team has gone through a confusing offseason thus far. And here is the Cowboys’ biggest need to address in the 2026 NFL Draft after failing to find it in free agency. The Cowboys made an average move to get edge rusher Rashan Gary, but made […] The post Cowboys’ biggest need to address in 2026 NFL Draft after failing to find it in free agency appeared first on ClutchPoints.