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Shaq launches ambitious pro dunking league with $500,000 prize

Throughout his career, Shaq was no shooter. Nevertheless, he compensated by being one of the greatest dunkers of his time. Now he is giving others a chance by launching his new professional dunking league, entitled DunkMan, with TNT Sports, per Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. “These athletes are innovators and DUNKMAN is going to give them the […] The post Shaq launches ambitious pro dunking league with $500,000 prize appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Shohei Ohtani home run gives Blue Jays fans bad World Series flashbacks

Shohei Ohtani warmed up in the rain before the Toronto Blue Jays rematch. The Los Angeles Dodgers sensation then handed Toronto fans bad World Series flashbacks. By blasting an early home run. Ohtani faced a two balls, one strike count before he sent this baseball over the fence in the sixth inning. SHOHEI OHTANI DOING […] The post Shohei Ohtani home run gives Blue Jays fans bad World Series flashbacks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Buccaneers 2026 NFL Draft guide: Number of picks, biggest needs, draft history, and more

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will look for diamonds in the rough in the draft. And here is the Buccaneers’ 2026 NFL Draft guide to get you ready for the upcoming annual seven-round selection meeting. Ahead of this crucial week, let’s look at the Buccaneers’ picks, their biggest needs, potential targets, and recent history. The draft […] The post Buccaneers 2026 NFL Draft guide: Number of picks, biggest needs, draft history, and more appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh finally blasts 1st 2026 homer vs. Rangers

Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh delivered his first home run of the 2026 season Monday night, breaking through with a solo shot against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. The milestone blast came during a grueling 12-pitch at-bat vs. ace Jacob deGrom, marking a key turning point after Raleigh’s slow start to the year. […] The post Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh finally blasts 1st 2026 homer vs. Rangers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Kenny Smith full throatedly endorses North Carolina head coach Michael Malone

North Carolina basketball is embarking on a new era with Michael Malone as the head coach. This follows the firing of Hubert Davis after the Tar Heels fell short to VCU in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Meanwhile, former Tar Heel now NBA analyst Kenny Smith is throwing his support behind Malone’s selection […] The post Why Kenny Smith full throatedly endorses North Carolina head coach Michael Malone appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blue Jays fans make their feelings clear to Dodgers’ Kyle Tucker during at-bat

The Toronto Blue Jays’ home opener turned into a full‑blown spectacle when new Dodgers star Kyle Tucker stepped into the box. A cascade of boos poured down from the Rogers Centre stands as a still‑stung Toronto crowd made him an additional villain of the night. The reaction came early and set the tone for a […] The post Blue Jays fans make their feelings clear to Dodgers’ Kyle Tucker during at-bat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blue Jays’ Max Scherzer mysteriously exits Dodgers game after 2 innings

The rematch of the 2025 World Series started with a familiar face on the mound for the Toronto Blue Jays. Max Scherzer, who started in the final game of the 2025 season, was once again on the mound to start against the Los Angeles Dodgers. However, in a bizarre turn of events, Scherzer was surprisingly […] The post Blue Jays’ Max Scherzer mysteriously exits Dodgers game after 2 innings appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2026 WNBA free agency: Key dates, best players available, offseason decisions

The 2026 offseason is the biggest and most important offseason in WNBA history. A lockout was avoided when a new CBA was agreed to. That will drastically increase the salary cap, as well as the minimum and maximum player salaries. Furthermore, two expansion teams, the Toronto Tempo and the Portland Fire, have joined the fold […] The post 2026 WNBA free agency: Key dates, best players available, offseason decisions appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Indiana basketball rumors: Hoosiers a team to watch for ex-ACC top scorer in transfer portal

Darian DeVries and the Indiana Hoosiers could be on the lookout for a standout scorer from the ACC throughout the 2026 offseason. DeVries completed the eighth season of his head coaching career, his first with the Hoosiers. After six years of building a remarkable mid-major squad at Drake, he spent one season with West Virginia […] The post Indiana basketball rumors: Hoosiers a team to watch for ex-ACC top scorer in transfer portal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Browns’ Myles Garrett expected to continue familiar offseason trend

Myles Garrett is a force of nature. The Cleveland Browns star has been arguably the best pass-rusher in the league since his arrival in 2016. Garrett is also coming off an exceptional season where he set the single-season sack record. Fans are eager to see him play once again in 2026 and terrorize opposing quarterbacks. […] The post Browns’ Myles Garrett expected to continue familiar offseason trend appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Saints 2026 NFL Draft guide: Number of picks, biggest needs, draft history, and more

Finding the right fit in free agency might have been easier than hitting in the draft for the New Orleans Saints. But they need to avoid certain players. And to get you ready for the upcoming annual selection meeting, here is their 2026 NFL Draft guide. Ahead of this crucial week, let’s look at the […] The post Saints 2026 NFL Draft guide: Number of picks, biggest needs, draft history, and more appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA rumors: Bulls insider’s dream features Billy Donovan staying, Tom Thibodeau reunion

The Chicago Bulls are in the midst of a total restructuring. On Monday, the news broke that Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Arturas Karnisovas and GM Marc Eversley were fired. As a result, the future of head coach Billy Donovan remains up in the air. Despite rumblings that he was in line to be the […] The post NBA rumors: Bulls insider’s dream features Billy Donovan staying, Tom Thibodeau reunion appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Tim Legler believes 76ers can be a playoff treat in the East

Are the Philadelphia 76ers the dark horse in the Eastern Conference ahead of this year’s playoffs? ESPN’s Tim Legler believes so. With momentum and good health on the 76ers’ side, Legler is confident in seeing Philly make a deep playoff run this season. Although the 76ers aren’t one of the top-4 teams in the Eastern […] The post Why Tim Legler believes 76ers can be a playoff treat in the East appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Alabama basketball rumors: Crimson Tide in mix for Kentucky, Tennessee transfers

Nate Oats and the Alabama Crimson Tide have potential avenues they can take to bolster their roster throughout the 2026 offseason. Oats just completed the 11th season of his head coaching career, his seventh with the Crimson Tide. He has enjoyed remarkable postseason runs with the program, getting to the Final Four in 2024. This […] The post Alabama basketball rumors: Crimson Tide in mix for Kentucky, Tennessee transfers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Marlins manager gives murky Kyle Stowers update amid hamstring injury

The Miami Marlins continue to navigate early-season uncertainty as outfielder Kyle Stowers remains sidelined with a hamstring injury, leaving a noticeable gap in the lineup. His recovery timeline remains unclear, keeping attention on Miami’s roster outlook as the team holds a 6–3 record and a half-game lead over the second-place Atlanta Braves. Manager Clayton McCullough […] The post Marlins manager gives murky Kyle Stowers update amid hamstring injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ray Allen fires back at haters over his appearance at UConn game

UConn basketball attracted famous alums to its Final Four victory over Illinois Saturday including Ray Allen. Except the Huskies legend received criticism and ridicule over his appearance. Here’s why: Allen wore a shirt that some fans believed was too short for him. Can we get ray allen a bigger shirt ? pic.twitter.com/7YqlQpoGU7 — Christopher Powers […] The post Ray Allen fires back at haters over his appearance at UConn game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Falcons’ James Pearce Jr. not expected at offseason workout after arrest

The Atlanta Falcons have struggled with the James Pearce Jr. situation. But they’ve added some help at his position. Still, Pearce isn’t expected at offseason workouts after his arrest, according to a post on X by Ian Rapoport. “Edge James Pearce Jr. is not expected to be in attendance for team’s voluntary offseason program when […] The post Falcons’ James Pearce Jr. not expected at offseason workout after arrest appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Sun president explains free agency pitch to players before Houston move

Connecticut Sun president Jen Rizzotti acknowledged the franchise’s uncertain position in free agency as it prepares to relocate to Houston, while outlining how the organization is framing that transition to players. Speaking on the podcast “ICYMI w/ Khristina Williams” Rizzotti explained the team’s situation ahead of its planned move to Houston in 2027,  emphasizing financial […] The post Sun president explains free agency pitch to players before Houston move appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics’ Nikola Vucevic reveals confidence in building chemistry with Jayson Tatum

BOSTON — Prior to Sunday afternoon, Boston Celtics center Nikola Vucevic had never played alongside star forward Jayson Tatum. Although they both suited up on March 6 to take on the Dallas Mavericks, Vucevic was put in while Tatum was subbed out. The first-year Celtic was then forced to exit the game after less than […] The post Celtics’ Nikola Vucevic reveals confidence in building chemistry with Jayson Tatum appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Charles Barkley drops Dan Hurley Mount Rushmore declaration before UConn-Michigan

With Dan Hurley and UConn basketball taking on Michigan in the national championship game of the March Madness tournament, a win for the program could take the coach to new heights in all-time conversations. While the future of Hurley has been talked about a lot, Charles Barkley would claim a win over the Wolverines would […] The post Charles Barkley drops Dan Hurley Mount Rushmore declaration before UConn-Michigan appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Stephen A. Smith drops ‘going home in April’ prediction for Lakers without Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves

Stephen A. Smith was brutal with his take on the Los Angeles Lakers’ playoff chances following the injuries toward Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves this late in the season. Doncic and Reaves went down with injuries in the Lakers’ blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The former injured his hamstring while the latter hurt […] The post Stephen A. Smith drops ‘going home in April’ prediction for Lakers without Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Shaq adds 2 GOATs to Michael Jordan, LeBron James conversation on Pat McAfee Show

As Shaquille O’Neal is one of the greatest big men of all time in the history of basketball, there could be some people who put him in the conversation of a top player in NBA history. O’Neal would address that point and especially his thoughts on who he thinks is in the greatest of all […] The post Shaq adds 2 GOATs to Michael Jordan, LeBron James conversation on Pat McAfee Show appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lou Williams reveals why he would have loved to play for Dan Hurley

Lou Williams played in a College Basketball Recruiting era when players can skip college for the NBA. He ultimately chose the league during a time Jim Calhoun led UConn basketball. Yet the former 2005 five-star prospect has become impressed by this Huskies team under Dan Hurley. To the point Williams admits he would’ve loved to […] The post Lou Williams reveals why he would have loved to play for Dan Hurley appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Devils parting ways with GM Tom Fitzgerald

The New Jersey Devils are headed toward another offseason without postseason hockey. After making it last season, they are set to miss the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2026. This is a disappointing result, and unfortunately, general manager Tom Fitzgerald won’t get another chance to make things right. The Devils are moving on from Fitzgerald, as […] The post Devils parting ways with GM Tom Fitzgerald appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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