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LSU’s Lane Kiffin grabs attention with JaMarcus Russell reunion

There was a very familiar face at the practice of LSU on Tuesday. Former quarterback JaMarcus Russell returned to his old stomping grounds in Baton Rouge to watch the Tigers prepare for the upcoming season. He also got reunited with coach Lane Kiffin, who handled Russell during their brief stint together on the Oakland Raiders. […] The post LSU’s Lane Kiffin grabs attention with JaMarcus Russell reunion appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Sabrina Ionescu unsurprisingly gets core qualifying offer from Liberty

Major changes came for the WNBA as they and the WNBPA reached an agreement on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). One of those changes is that the best players in the league can now make so much more money than they could have under the previous CBA — with teams being able to offer […] The post Sabrina Ionescu unsurprisingly gets core qualifying offer from Liberty appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers’ JJ Redick pins Deandre Ayton’s struggles on the simplest thing possible

Deandre Ayton’s career has certainly not progressed the way he thought it would after being the first overall pick of the 2018 NBA Draft. In Year 8 of his career, Ayton finds himself as a middling starting center in the NBA, and even with the Los Angeles Lakers’ injury woes, Ayton has failed to step […] The post Lakers’ JJ Redick pins Deandre Ayton’s struggles on the simplest thing possible appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Phillies’ JT Realmuto gets positive update on concerning foot injury

The Philadelphia Phillies committed a three-year, $45 million contract to aging catcher JT Realmuto because they believe he is a stabilizing force who can help prop up their World Series ambitions during the 2026 campaign. Even if his numbers do not always reflect it, the three-time Silver Slugger and two-time Gold Glove Award winner is […] The post Phillies’ JT Realmuto gets positive update on concerning foot injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dwyane Wade puts in perspective how crazy Bam Adebayo’s 83-point game is

Even the world’s greatest clairvoyant with the biggest crystal ball could not have predicted that Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo would record the second-highest scoring game in NBA history after dropping 83 points against the Washington Wizards. While Adebayo can definitely score, he has never been known to be an offensive juggernaut. Before going berserk […] The post Dwyane Wade puts in perspective how crazy Bam Adebayo’s 83-point game is appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors’ Steve Kerr gives Kristaps Porzingis injury update after missing Kings game

The Golden State Warriors narrowly escaped with a win over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night, taking a 110-105 victory at home against a ragtag and tanking Kings squad. Golden State has nothing to play for anymore in terms of seeding, as they are locked into the 10th spot considering that they’re three games behind […] The post Warriors’ Steve Kerr gives Kristaps Porzingis injury update after missing Kings game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bengals’ perfect 2026 NFL Draft trade

The Cincinnati Bengals’ offseason, like most of their recent offseasons, has been aimed at fixing their defense. The 2026 offseason has brought the team the most intriguing pieces that they’ve seen in a while. They landed the top safety available in Bryan Cook and added Super Bowl-winning pass-rusher Boye Mafe to bolster their defensive line. […] The post Bengals’ perfect 2026 NFL Draft trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics’ Jaylen Brown takes strong Jayson Tatum stance before return to MSG

The Boston Celtics are in the driver’s seat for the two-seed in the Eastern Conference, although they aren’t quite guaranteed of that yet since they have an impending game against the New York Knicks still to come on Thursday. Should the Celtics win this, they guarantee that they are the two-seed heading into the 2026 […] The post Celtics’ Jaylen Brown takes strong Jayson Tatum stance before return to MSG appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers’ JJ Redick reacts to viral spat with Jarred Vanderbilt during loss to Thunder

The Los Angeles Lakers still had no answer for the Oklahoma City Thunder as they suffered a lopsided loss, 123-87, at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday. The Lakers were also obliterated by the Thunder, 139-96, at Paycom Center on Thursday, in the game wherein Luka Doncic suffered a season-ending hamstring injury. In their rematch, the Lakers […] The post Lakers’ JJ Redick reacts to viral spat with Jarred Vanderbilt during loss to Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Reds’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season

The Cincinnati Reds have been one of baseball’s early surprises in 2026, jumping out to an 8–3 start and seizing control of their division. The energy, execution, and timely hitting have all been there. But at the top of the lineup, a very different story is unfolding. TJ Friedl’s slow start has created a stark […] The post Reds’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pirates’ Paul Skenes sends ‘scary’ warning after shutting down Padres

The Pittsburgh Pirates, off to a 7-4 start to the 2026 MLB season, have a cheat code: every five days, they have a near-guaranteed win when Paul Skenes takes the mound for them. Tuesday was Skenes night for the Pirates, and as expected, Pittsburgh brought home a convincing 7-1 victory over the San Diego Padres […] The post Pirates’ Paul Skenes sends ‘scary’ warning after shutting down Padres appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blue Jays’ John Schneider takes firm stance on controversial call that got him ejected

There weren’t too many things that went the Toronto Blue Jays’ way on Tuesday in their 4-1 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. This latest defeat was their seventh in 11 outings this season thus far, and they haven’t exactly been off to the hot start one would expect from a team that is raring […] The post Blue Jays’ John Schneider takes firm stance on controversial call that got him ejected appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Gary Woodland shares genuine hope of Houston win’s impact

Gary Woodland is one of the best stories in golf today. His emotional win at the 2026 edition of the Houston Open at Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston gave a lot of people chills, as it came 30 months after he underwent brain surgery. To merely compete at the Memorial Park, given what he […] The post Gary Woodland shares genuine hope of Houston win’s impact appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Former Steelers QB claims Aaron Rodgers hold-up is money-related

While the majority of the teams are probably already laying out game plans for next season, quarterback Aaron Rodgers has remained undecided on his future with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Rodgers has largely stayed mum regarding his status. Will he retire or will he re-sign? The situation must have become quite frustrating for Pittsburgh, especially with […] The post Former Steelers QB claims Aaron Rodgers hold-up is money-related appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Celtics’ Jayson Tatum isn’t thrilled to return to MSG for Knicks showdown

The Boston Celtics (54-25) will be focused on clinching the No. 2 seed in the East when they square off with the New York Knicks (51-28) on Thursday night, but for star forward Jayson Tatum, this contest will carry much more emotional weight. The 2024 champion and four-time All-NBA First-Team selection will step foot inside […] The post Why Celtics’ Jayson Tatum isn’t thrilled to return to MSG for Knicks showdown appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pirates’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season

Few early-season storylines for the Pittsburgh Pirates are as jarring as Marcell Ozuna’s. The club has opened the 2026 season with a 7–4 record, backed by a lineup producing with consistency and power. Yet amid that success sits a glaring contradiction, a veteran designated hitter providing almost nothing at the plate. Through the opening stretch, […] The post Pirates’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Watch Rockets’ Kevin Durant break Dillon Brooks’ ankles before midrange jumper

While most 37-year-olds are getting worried about their worsening back problems, Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant is still getting busy destroying pesky defenders. The Rockets visited the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center on Tuesday, and Durant proved to be a rude guest. In the second quarter, Durant sent Suns forward Dillon Brooks stumbling to […] The post Watch Rockets’ Kevin Durant break Dillon Brooks’ ankles before midrange jumper appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Everyone has an opinion on Dodgers RP Edwin Diaz’s brimless hat

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz is by no means a beacon of the fashion industry, but he turned heads on Tuesday with his baseball cap. A photo of Diaz in the bullpen during the second leg of a three-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre in Toronto has gone viral because […] The post Everyone has an opinion on Dodgers RP Edwin Diaz’s brimless hat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Miami (FL) basketball rumors: Hurricanes making ‘strong push’ for SEC blocks leader

The Miami Hurricanes had some sort of a revival in the 2025-26 college basketball season. In Jai Lucas’ first season at the helm of Miami basketball, the Canes went from a seven-win team to winning 26 games, while returning to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2023. Of course, the Hurricanes want to […] The post Miami (FL) basketball rumors: Hurricanes making ‘strong push’ for SEC blocks leader appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Wild but brilliant move Colts must make in 2026 NFL Draft

It’s time for the Indianapolis Colts to make an aggressive swing in the 2026 NFL Draft. They can no longer afford to dance around if they want to matter in 2026. As things stand, Indy must make a head-turning, franchise-altering trade-up to land Sonny Styles. Not as a fallback. Right at the top of their […] The post Wild but brilliant move Colts must make in 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lynx extend core qualifying offer to Napheesa Collier amid injury

Napheesa Collier has unfinished business with the Minnesota Lynx after falling short in the playoffs for the last three seasons despite her MVP-type campaigns. Last year, the Lynx were eliminated by the Phoenix Mercury in the semifinals. In 2024, they lost to the New York Liberty in the WNBA Finals in a memorable five-game series. […] The post Lynx extend core qualifying offer to Napheesa Collier amid injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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3 reasons Jordyn Tyson would be perfect Eagles fit in 2026 NFL Draft

If Jordyn Tyson was fully healthy, he might just be WR1 in the 2026 NFL Draft. Sure, Carnell Tate is a product of WRU, Ohio State, where he picked up the slack replacing Emeka Egbuka opposite Jeremiah Smith, and Mekhi Lemon might just be the next Amon-Ra St. Brown, turning in production and measurables remarkably […] The post 3 reasons Jordyn Tyson would be perfect Eagles fit in 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Red Sox’s Alex Cora gives concerning Justin Slaten injury update

Despite fans’ pleas for another impactful bat to replace Alex Bregman, one can argue that the biggest question facing the 2026 Boston Red Sox was their bullpen. The organization signed left-handed reliever Danny Coulombe in March, but Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow is still placing a great amount of faith in 38-year-old Aroldis Chapman, the […] The post Red Sox’s Alex Cora gives concerning Justin Slaten injury update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ Amed Rosario sends credit to teammates after huge 2-homer game

Seasoned veterans are a necessary component of a championship-caliber team, and the New York Yankees hope that infielder Amed Rosario’s early April heroics and team-oriented spirit will be part of their journey towards a deep October run. Rosario mashed two home runs in Tuesday night’s 5-3 victory over the Athletics, and while his celebrations after […] The post Yankees’ Amed Rosario sends credit to teammates after huge 2-homer game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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