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Why Anthony Davis wanted Ja Morant over Zion Williamson for Pelicans in 2019 draft

The New Orleans Pelicans will miss the playoffs for the second straight season. But if there is a silver lining, it is the fact that Zion Williamson will finish the campaign with the second-most games he has played in his career. As of writing, Williamson has played 62 games, with the Pelicans taking on the […] The post Why Anthony Davis wanted Ja Morant over Zion Williamson for Pelicans in 2019 draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Arizona State Sun Devils lose 13.6 ppg big to transfer portal

Arizona State Sun Devils offseason overhaul continued Wednesday as freshman center Massamba Diop entered the NCAA transfer portal with a do-not-contact designation, according to On3’s Pete Nakos. The 7-foot-1 Senegal native started all 33 games in 2025-26, averaging 13.6 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks per game. He ranked second on the roster in both […] The post Arizona State Sun Devils lose 13.6 ppg big to transfer portal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Travis Kelce manifested success under the moon in resurfaced tweet

A resurfaced tweet from Travis Kelce has recently gotten recognition from NASA amid the Artemis II mission. Hours before the Aremis II astronauts reached the far side of the moon on Sunday, April 5, NASA reposted the Kansas City Chiefs’ tight end’s post from 2010 when he talked about being successful. “The moon looks crazy […] The post Travis Kelce manifested success under the moon in resurfaced tweet appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets fan takes a beating for dropped foul ball

A wild moment defined the New York Mets vs Arizona Diamondbacks game, as a Mets fan became the center of attention after dropping a foul ball off Jorge Barrosa during the clash. The crowd reacted instantly. Groans turned to laughter. Cameras locked in. The poor Mets fan took a playful physical beating from his companion […] The post Mets fan takes a beating for dropped foul ball appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Results of Orioles pitcher Zach Eflin’s Tommy John surgery revealed

The Baltimore Orioles received significant rotation news after Zach Eflin’s early-season elbow injury ultimately led to successful Tommy John surgery, shaping the club’s outlook while raising concerns about the club’s future pitching depth. Eflin underwent the procedure Wednesday in Arlington, Texas, where Dr. Keith Meister repaired a torn ulnar collateral ligament, ending his 2026 season […] The post Results of Orioles pitcher Zach Eflin’s Tommy John surgery revealed appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cam Johnson defends Luka Doncic’s MVP case after missing 65-game threshold for Lakers

For the first time in a while, there is no clear favorite to win the 2026 NBA MVP award, with 2025 winner Shai Gilgeous-Alexander duking it out with Victor Wembanyama, Nikola Jokic, and Luka Doncic… at least if the NBA grants him a waiver for the berth of his child after finishing the regular season […] The post Cam Johnson defends Luka Doncic’s MVP case after missing 65-game threshold for Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Scottie Scheffler, son Bennett, steal Masters show akin to Rory McIlroy

It is Masters week, meaning the entire golf world’s attention is in Georgia at Augusta National. Rory McIlroy is in the field, looking to defend his history-making crown from 2025. Of course, World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler is expected to be among those challenging the Northern Irishman. But this week is more than just about […] The post Scottie Scheffler, son Bennett, steal Masters show akin to Rory McIlroy appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lane Kiffin, Marshall Faulk to team up for huge reason

Marshall Faulk and Lane Kiffin are set to team up for a huge reason this offseason. The duo is set to host a coaching clinic at Louisiana State University. The two-day event, scheduled for Friday and Saturday, is designed to provide coaches with insight into program building, strategy, and leadership while strengthening ties within the […] The post Lane Kiffin, Marshall Faulk to team up for huge reason appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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3 reasons Caleb Downs would be perfect Cowboys fit in 2026 NFL Draft

The Dallas Cowboys had one of the best offenses in the NFL in 2025, but they also had one of the worst defenses. That weakness ultimately cost them a spot in the playoffs and a chance to catch the Philadelphia Eagles at the top of the NFC East, but it is something that Dallas is […] The post 3 reasons Caleb Downs would be perfect Cowboys fit in 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama gets rib contusion update from Mitch Johnson

Victor Wembanyama is dealing with a rib contusion after suffering the injury in the San Antonio Spurs’ 115-102 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday. With Wembanyama already ruled out for Wednesday’s contest against the Portland Trail Blazers, head coach Mitch Johnson reveals some good news regarding the injury. While talking with media members hours […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama gets rib contusion update from Mitch Johnson appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dodgers’ Dave Roberts doubles down on costly error in Blue Jays loss

The Los Angeles Dodgers and the Toronto Blue Jays met again in a tense World Series rematch, and one moment defined the finale. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts stood firm after the loss and catcher Will Smith followed the same stance. Both said the decision was right. The call came from the dugout, but the execution […] The post Dodgers’ Dave Roberts doubles down on costly error in Blue Jays loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Braves pitcher Reynaldo Lopez’s suspension for Jorge Soler fight gets trimmed on appeal

The Atlanta Braves received important rotation news as Reynaldo Lopez’s suspension was cut from seven to five games following his role in an on-field altercation with Jorge Soler. Lopez was initially handed a seven-game suspension after a benches-clearing incident vs. the Los Angeles Angels late Tuesday night at Angel Stadium. However, Major League Baseball cut […] The post Braves pitcher Reynaldo Lopez’s suspension for Jorge Soler fight gets trimmed on appeal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brendan Donovan gets brutally honest as Mariners continue to struggle

The Seattle Mariners were defeated 3-0 by the Texas Rangers on Wednesday. Seattle now holds a 4-9 overall record this season. The Mariners were a fairly popular pick to reach the World Series out of the American League before the season, but the team has not played up to expectations. Offensively, Brendan Donovan has swung […] The post Brendan Donovan gets brutally honest as Mariners continue to struggle appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dwight Howard receives protective order against estranged wife amid divorce filing

Dwight Howard has been granted a protective order against his estranged wife, Amy Luciani, following his divorce filing last month. Amy Luciani (born Amy Howard) must stay 100 feet away from the NBA champion and his children after a judge signed off on the order earlier this week per Us Weekly. She also cannot contact […] The post Dwight Howard receives protective order against estranged wife amid divorce filing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Anquan Boldin Jr. to leave Florida A&M via the transfer portal

After committing to Florida A&M in the offseason, Anquan Boldin Jr. is hitting the transfer portal. With one year of eligibility left, Boldin looks to choose a destination to end his college career with professional aspirations a possibility. Boldin is the son of former NFL standout Anquan Boldin Sr. In May 2025, Anquan Boldin Jr. […] The post Anquan Boldin Jr. to leave Florida A&M via the transfer portal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton gives huge update in Achilles injury rehab

Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton is continuing to recover from a torn Achilles. The Pacers star suffered the injury during the 2025 NBA Finals. Haliburton has worked hard in his injury recovery, and he shared an encouraging update on Wednesday. “Played 5 on 5 today for first time since June,” Haliburton wrote in a post […] The post Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton gives huge update in Achilles injury rehab appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Phillies’ JT Realmuto shares worry of broken foot injury vs. Giants

JT Realmuto did not play in the Philadelphia Phillies’ 5-0 loss to the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday after suffering a foot injury on the previous day. The 13-year veteran catcher expressed how he was concerned he may have broken his foot when the injury initially occurred. Realmuto, who turned 35 in March, admitted as […] The post Phillies’ JT Realmuto shares worry of broken foot injury vs. Giants appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani reveals silver lining in 2K start vs. Blue Jays

The Los Angeles Dodgers saw superstar Shohei Ohtani deliver an unconventional but encouraging outing against the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday afternoon, demonstrating both promise and areas for growth. The matchup further informed the Dodgers’ ongoing evaluation of their pitching strategy, as they continue to rely on Ohtani’s evolving role on the mound. The two-way […] The post Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani reveals silver lining in 2K start vs. Blue Jays appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ David Bednar calms fears over declining velocity

The New York Yankees have played a quality brand of baseball to begin the new season. Although the Yankees are battling some injury trouble, the ball club currently leads the American League East. Another concern is the fact that reliever David Bednar’s fastball velocity has declined from an average of 97.1 mph in 2025 to […] The post Yankees’ David Bednar calms fears over declining velocity appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tennessee State’s Nolan Smith earns extension after March Madness birth

After leading the Tigers to a March Madness birth in his first season, Tennessee State has given Nolan Smith a contract extension, per a statement by the institution on Wednesday. The extension keeps him with the program until 2031 Smith spoke about the extension in a statement, saying, “My staff and I are incredibly blessed […] The post Tennessee State’s Nolan Smith earns extension after March Madness birth appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Padres closer Mason Miller ties 1961 record as dominance continues

Mason Miller had another strong outing for the San Diego Padres, as the club’s star closer finished with two strikeouts in one inning en route to the team’s 8-2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. His performance against the Pirates happened to be a record-tying outing. Reports indicate that Miller, who is 27 years old, has […] The post Padres closer Mason Miller ties 1961 record as dominance continues appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rockies shocks fans by accomplishing feat not seen since 2022

Is Rocktober back? The Colorado Rockies just swept the Houston Astros and have won four straight games to surge back to .500 on the season. With a 6-6 record, the Rockies just accomplished a hilarious feat not seen since 2022. For the first time since 2022, the Rockies are .500 through 12 games. 150 games […] The post Rockies shocks fans by accomplishing feat not seen since 2022 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The Alabama football star who 1 NFL exec believes would’ve been a top-5 pick if he really wanted it

Alabama football offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor is one of the most intriguing prospects going into the 2026 NFL Draft. Proctor’s frame alone demands attention. Standing 6-foot-7 and weighing 352 pounds, Proctor is someone who’s hard to miss, and he combines those physical traits with surprising athleticism and quickness for someone his size. He’s put on […] The post The Alabama football star who 1 NFL exec believes would’ve been a top-5 pick if he really wanted it appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dianna Russini joked about marriage woes 2 months before Mike Vrabel rumors

Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel have debunked the affair rumors, but resurfaced quotes from The Athletic reporter are coming to light, where she joked about her marriage. While Russini was covering the Super Bowl, she made an appearance on Stugotz and Company, where she joked about ending her marriage to Kevin Goldschmidt. “We’re getting divorced […] The post Dianna Russini joked about marriage woes 2 months before Mike Vrabel rumors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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