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Suns’ Devin Booker reveals secret behind flipping the switch for NBA Play-In Tournament

PHOENIX– The Phoenix Suns have officially clinched the No. 7 seed with their 112-107 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday. It wasn’t a pretty victory, but one where Devin Booker posted 37 points and looked to be in peak playoff form. With six days until that game, there will be plenty of time to […] The post Suns’ Devin Booker reveals secret behind flipping the switch for NBA Play-In Tournament appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why David Adelman has given Tim Hardaway Jr. the green light amid the Nuggets’ 10-game win streak

The Denver Nuggets are building more momentum heading into the playoffs as they notched their 10th straight win on Wednesday, beating the Memphis Grizzlies, 136-119, at Ball Arena. The Nuggets improved to 52-28 and recorded their longest winning streak since Nikola Jokic joined the team in 2014. They also increased their lead over the Los […] The post Why David Adelman has given Tim Hardaway Jr. the green light amid the Nuggets’ 10-game win streak appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Florida Gators earn commitment from top-ranked IOL over Ohio State, Alabama

Five-star interior offensive lineman Maxwell Hiller announced his commitment to the Florida Gators on Wednesday. The Coatesville, Pennsylvania, native is renowned as the No. 1 interior offensive lineman in the country and is ranked as high as No. 4 overall nationally in the 2027 class, according to multiple recruiting services. Hiller, who stands between 6-foot-5 […] The post Florida Gators earn commitment from top-ranked IOL over Ohio State, Alabama appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets pitcher Sean Manaea reacts to major MLB milestone fans don’t always notice

The New York Mets are recognizing a major accomplishment as pitcher Sean Manaea reached 10 years of MLB service time, a rare achievement that speaks to both durability and sustained performance at the highest level. The moment brings attention to an often-overlooked benchmark that reflects long-term success across a major league career. The Mets left-hander […] The post Mets pitcher Sean Manaea reacts to major MLB milestone fans don’t always notice appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kansas Jayhawks hosting 18.9-PPG transfer on visit

Kansas is set to host one of the most productive scorers in the transfer portal, as head coach Bill Self and the Jayhawks welcome UNC Asheville wing Kameron Taylor for an official visit this coming weekend, 247Sports National Basketball Recruiting Analyst Dushawn London reported Wednesday night. Taylor is coming off a prolific sophomore season in […] The post Kansas Jayhawks hosting 18.9-PPG transfer on visit appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder lock up West’s top seed after dismantling Clippers

The Oklahoma City Thunder will have a huge advantage when they start the real defense of their title in the playoffs after securing the top seed in the Western Conference on Wednesday. The Thunder dismantled the Los Angeles Clippers, 128-110, to improve to 64-16 and fend off the San Antonio Spurs, who were looking to […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder lock up West’s top seed after dismantling Clippers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kentucky basketball’s HC Mark Pope loses sharpshooter to transfer portal

Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope’s first recruit since taking over from BYU two offseasons ago, Collin Chandler, has entered the NCAA transfer portal, entering his third year, On3’s Pete Nakos reported Wednesday. Originally committed to the Cougars, Chandler followed Pope to the Wildcats after completing a two-year mission. Now entering the portal with a […] The post Kentucky basketball’s HC Mark Pope loses sharpshooter to transfer portal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Orioles’ Kyle Bradish admits ‘childish behavior’ in brutal sequence vs. White Sox

The Baltimore Orioles are off to an okay start in 2026. But they’ve played good baseball as of late. On Wednesday, they completed a three-game sweep over the Chicago White Sox. Kyle Bradish threw five frames, striking out seven batters in the win. However, it wasn’t the proudest outing of his career. In the bottom […] The post Orioles’ Kyle Bradish admits ‘childish behavior’ in brutal sequence vs. White Sox appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Padres send a heartfelt message on Davey Lopes’ passing

The San Diego Padres issued a heartfelt tribute following the passing of Davey Lopes, honoring a revered coach whose influence spanned generations across the game. The loss resonates deeply within the organization, especially among those tied to the franchise’s historic 1998 World Series team. The Padres confirmed Lopes passed away Wednesday at the age of […] The post Padres send a heartfelt message on Davey Lopes’ passing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Eagles’ perfect 2026 NFL Draft trade

What is the Philadelphia Eagles’ biggest need heading into the 2026 NFL Draft? Is it additional depth at wide receiver to help weather the uncertainty of AJ Brown’s future in new offensive coordinator Sean Mannion’s system? Or maybe a long-term tight end to replace Dallas Goedert once and for all? Should the Eagles target a […] The post Eagles’ perfect 2026 NFL Draft trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nuggets secure longest win streak of Nikola Jokic era after beating Grizzlies

To paraphrase the eminent linguist DJ Khaled, all Nikola Jokic does is win, win, win, win, win, win, win, win, win, win, no matter what. That’s 10 straight wins for Jokic and the Denver Nuggets after they made mincemeat of the Memphis Grizzlies, 136-119, at Ball Arena on Wednesday. Jokic messed around and tallied his […] The post Nuggets secure longest win streak of Nikola Jokic era after beating Grizzlies appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bryson DeChambeau using 3D printed iron at the Masters

The first major of the golf season is here at the Masters Tournament with the green jacket on the line at the most prestigious tournament of the season. Not only is this a chance for golf fans to enjoy the first major of the season, but it’s the first opportunity of the year to see […] The post Bryson DeChambeau using 3D printed iron at the Masters appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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UCLA’s Lauren Betts freaks out over LeBron James sighting

UCLA women’s basketball team center Lauren Betts is freaking out over seeing LeBron James. Betts posted a social video on Tuesday night of her losing her mind over meeting the Los Angeles Lakers icon. “Guys, guys, guys, guys,” whispered Betts, who was getting emotional over the encounter. “LeBron made eye contact with me. F–king LeBron […] The post UCLA’s Lauren Betts freaks out over LeBron James sighting appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs make playoff history not seen since 2008

The San Antonio Spurs entered the season with supreme confidence that they could finally end their six-year drought in the playoffs. With Victor Wembanyama suiting up in his third season, Stephon Castle fresh from winning Rookie of the Year, and coach Mitch Johnson in his first full campaign at the helm, all signs pointed to […] The post Spurs make playoff history not seen since 2008 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs rookie Carter Bryant catching fire has Victor Wembanyama hyped

San Antonio Spurs rookie Carter Bryant delivered a breakout moment late in the fourth quarter, knocking down multiple three-pointers as the Spurs closed out a 112-101 win over the Portland Trailblazers to secure their 61st victory of the season Wednesday night. The moment held significance as Bryant, the No. 14 pick in the 2025 NBA […] The post Spurs rookie Carter Bryant catching fire has Victor Wembanyama hyped appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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You won’t believe how quickly Oilers’ Conor McDavid nets hat trick, 5 points

The Edmonton Oilers are headed for another run in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. There is still work to be done in terms of seeding, though, so Connor McDavid and his teammates have something to play for. On Wednesday, McDavid certainly put his best foot forward against the San Jose Sharks. McDavid scored Edmonton’s first goal, […] The post You won’t believe how quickly Oilers’ Conor McDavid nets hat trick, 5 points appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees manager Aaron Boone defends Ryan McMahon after nightmare slump to start 2026

The New York Yankees have opened the 2026 season with an impressive 8-3 record, but early struggles from Ryan McMahon have drawn attention as manager Aaron Boone addresses the situation. The development illustrates how even strong teams must navigate individual slumps while evaluating lineup decisions. McMahon has endured a brutal start through his first 10 […] The post Yankees manager Aaron Boone defends Ryan McMahon after nightmare slump to start 2026 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tim Hardaway Jr.’s Nuggets history would be all his if not for Jamal Murray

Denver Nuggets shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr. has emerged as one of the best snipers in the 2025-26 NBA season. He’s been a reliable floor-stretcher for Denver, making life easier on offense for the 1-2 punch of Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic, and in Wednesday night’s game at Ball Arena in Denver against the visiting […] The post Tim Hardaway Jr.’s Nuggets history would be all his if not for Jamal Murray appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Timberwolves’ Jaden McDaniels sounds off on quick return from knee injury

Jaden McDaniels was back in action for the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday, although they lost to the Orlando Magic, 132-120, at Kia Center. McDaniels missed their last six games due to a knee injury. He was expected to be out for a longer period, but the hard-nosed wingman pushed himself to make an earlier return. […] The post Timberwolves’ Jaden McDaniels sounds off on quick return from knee injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Exclusive: Inside Lamar Odom’s turbulent story in ‘Untold: The Death and Life of Lamar Odom’

Lamar Odom is letting fans understand his story beyond the headlines. The Death and Life of Lamar Odom debuted on Netflix on March 31, 2026, where it explores the complexities of the two-time NBA champion’s off-court struggles. In an exclusive interview, Odom opened up about the inspiration behind creating the documentary. “I wanted to become […] The post Exclusive: Inside Lamar Odom’s turbulent story in ‘Untold: The Death and Life of Lamar Odom’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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3 reasons Kenyon Sadiq would be perfect Ravens fit in 2026 NFL Draft

This NFL Draft isn’t loaded at the top with the usual premium positions like quarterback and tackle, but there are still plenty of top prospects to choose from. The pass-catching group is one of the strengths of the 2026 class, and the infusion of talented offensive weapons will allow teams to give a big boost […] The post 3 reasons Kenyon Sadiq would be perfect Ravens fit in 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pope Leo honored with special White Sox hat giveaway

The Chicago White Sox have announced a uniquely themed 2026 giveaway event honoring Pope Leo XIV, blending sports, religion, and culture. The White Sox will stage the pope-themed hat promotion on August 11, 2026, during its clash vs. the Cincinnati Reds at Guaranteed Rate Field. FOX Sports: MLB quickly shared the announcement on X, formerly […] The post Pope Leo honored with special White Sox hat giveaway appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Quin Snyder puts blame on Hawks despite controversial officiating in loss to Cavs

The Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday fell short of clinching a spot in the playoffs after dropping their critical game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, 122-116, at Rocket Arena. The Hawks have suffered back-to-back losses, falling to 45-35. They are only one game ahead of the Toronto Raptors for the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference and […] The post Quin Snyder puts blame on Hawks despite controversial officiating in loss to Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ciara turns up the heat teasing Russell Wilson with viral DaBaby dance

Ciara is going viral for her dancing alongside her husband, Russell Wilson. The Grammy-winning singer shared a video on Instagram of her twerking to DaBaby’s “Pop Dat Thing,” which had fans hilariously reacting to the couple’s post. “Ciara is the problem,” one fan reacted to The Shade Room’s repost of the singer’s video. “She’ll be […] The post Ciara turns up the heat teasing Russell Wilson with viral DaBaby dance appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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