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After Lakers’ Luka Doncic injury, how long do players miss with hamstring strains?

Following a disastrous two and a half quarters versus the Oklahoma City Thunder, fans’ optimism for a Los Angeles Lakers’ title run likely declined to some degree, but it plummeted by the end of the game. NBA leading scorer Luka Doncic sustained a left hamstring injury in the third and did not return for the […] The post After Lakers’ Luka Doncic injury, how long do players miss with hamstring strains? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Marcus Semien addresses brutal slump to start Mets career

When the New York Mets traded Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers to bring in two-time Gold Glove Award winner and three-time All-Star Marcus Semien, they made it a point to focus more on the defensive side of the ball. Alas, what separated Semien from other elite fielders is that he can also produce on […] The post Marcus Semien addresses brutal slump to start Mets career appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Jalen Williams gives ‘spooky’ perspective of Luka Doncic’s injury

OKLAHOMA CITY — After watching Luka Doncic limp off the court in the third quarter of a 139-96 blowout win against the Los Angeles Lakers, Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams is hoping for the best for the All-Star guard. Upon recovering from a wrist surgery, Williams suffered two right hamstring injuries this season. Watching […] The post Thunder’s Jalen Williams gives ‘spooky’ perspective of Luka Doncic’s injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rangers’ JT Miller reacts to winning prestigious team award

New York Rangers captain JT Miller was honored Thursday with a distinguished off-ice accolade, receiving the Rod Gilbert “Mr. Ranger” Award, the franchise announced. The award, now in its fifth year, is presented to the player “who best honors Rod’s legacy by exemplifying leadership qualities both on and off the ice, and making a significant […] The post Rangers’ JT Miller reacts to winning prestigious team award appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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

The Denver Broncos were one of the biggest surprises of the 2025 NFL season, as Sean Payton and company secured the No. 1 seed in the AFC and dethroned the Kansas City Chiefs as the champions of the AFC West. Bo Nix took a step forward and became Denver’s franchise QB moving forward, and now […] The post Broncos 2026 NFL Draft guide: Number of picks, biggest needs, draft history, and more appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Sam Presti’s strategy sets Thunder up for long-term success

The current CBA has been very punitive of the NBA’s biggest spenders, and this is meant to maintain a sense of parity around the association by de-incentivizing teams that stack their roster with All-Star talents. Now, one would think that the Oklahoma City Thunder will have their fair share of difficulties navigating this cap landscape […] The post Sam Presti’s strategy sets Thunder up for long-term success appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Suns star Collin Gillespie makes eye-popping franchise history during Hornets game

The Phoenix Suns couldn’t overcome the Charlotte Hornets Thursday night, losing 127-107, but Collin Gillespie’s historic milestone gave fans something to cheer about. The 26-year-old set the franchise’s single-season three-point record during the second quarter, knocking down his 227th triple with 9:19 remaining. The shot moved him past Quentin Richardson, who previously held the record […] The post Suns star Collin Gillespie makes eye-popping franchise history during Hornets game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers’ JJ Redick discusses apparent Austin Reaves injury after drubbing by Thunder

As if Luka Doncic’s hamstring injury was not enough, Austin Reaves was bothered by a back injury in the Los Angeles Lakers’ loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center on Thursday. The Lakers started flat and never recovered, as their four-game winning streak was snapped by the Thunder, 139-96. It did not help […] The post Lakers’ JJ Redick discusses apparent Austin Reaves injury after drubbing by Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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UConn women’s basketball HC Geno Auriemma details harsh reality of transfer portal on mid-majors

UConn Huskies women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma provided an unflinching take on how revenue sharing and name, image, and likeness are impacting the sport. “The portal and the revenue share, I think that was the death of the mid-majors, the death of high school players coming to play college basketball,” Auriemma said Thursday. “It’s never […] The post UConn women’s basketball HC Geno Auriemma details harsh reality of transfer portal on mid-majors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Could Lakers have avoided Luka Doncic hamstring injury after first-half scare?

Murphy’s Law states that everything that could go wrong will go wrong. On Thursday night, the Los Angeles Lakers experienced this firsthand. Not only did they crumble yet again on national television en route to a blowout loss against the Oklahoma City Thunder, this time by 43 points, 139-96, they also lost talisman Luka Doncic […] The post Could Lakers have avoided Luka Doncic hamstring injury after first-half scare? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2 players Bears must avoid picking in 2026 NFL Draft

The Chicago Bears have finally reached clarity. They have their quarterback, a core, and a vision. Of course, with clarity comes pressure. As such, the 2026 NFL Draft isn’t about searching anymore but about building correctly around what already works. That means understanding that not every talented player is the right player. Most importantly, it […] The post 2 players Bears must avoid picking in 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Alabama Crimson Tide’s Aden Holloway offciailly indicted on drug charges

Alabama Crimson Tide guard Aden Holloway has been formally indicted on two felony drug charges, according to court documents obtained Thursday, shifting his case from district court to circuit court. The indictment cancels his previously scheduled preliminary hearing set for April 14, with any future proceedings now to take place at the circuit level. A […] The post Alabama Crimson Tide’s Aden Holloway offciailly indicted on drug charges appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavs clinch fourth-straight playoff berth behind James Harden, Max Strus

The Cleveland Cavaliers are heading to the NBA Playoffs for the fourth consecutive season. James Harden and Max Strus were instrumental down the stretch against the feisty Golden State Warriors, leading the Cavs to a 118-111 win to move them to 48-29. Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley played a huge part, too, as the Wine […] The post Cavs clinch fourth-straight playoff berth behind James Harden, Max Strus appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers star Luka Doncic’s hamstring injury could cost him MVP, All-NBA honors

In a nightmare scenario for the Los Angeles Lakers, Luka Doncic ended up tweaking his hamstring in the third quarter of their 139-96 loss to the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder. Doncic, after writhing on the ground in pain for a good minute or two, limped off the court — casting such a huge cloud […] The post Lakers star Luka Doncic’s hamstring injury could cost him MVP, All-NBA honors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers’ LeBron James, Austin Reaves have same NSFW review of beatdown vs. Thunder

Thursday was nothing but nightmarish for the Los Angeles Lakers, as they suffered a beatdown against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center and lost Luka Doncic to a hamstring injury. The Lakers had no answer for the Thunder, who ran away with the 43-point win, 139-96. The defending champions started like a house on […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James, Austin Reaves have same NSFW review of beatdown vs. Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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LeBron James’ instant reaction to Luka Doncic’s crushing injury after Lakers loss

The streaking Los Angeles Lakers intended to make a statement in Thursday night’s showdown with the NBA-leading Oklahoma City Thunder, but they were annihilated in the Paycom Center. The Purple and Gold did not just lose a marquee matchup, however. They might have also lost their top guy roughly two weeks before the playoffs begin. […] The post LeBron James’ instant reaction to Luka Doncic’s crushing injury after Lakers loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bruins’ Marco Sturm has ludicrous admission after crushing Panthers loss

The Boston Bruins entered Thursday night’s game in Florida against the Panthers in search of their fifth straight win. Despite the winning streak, Boston has barely made up ground on anyone in the Atlantic Division. The Buffalo Sabres, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Montreal Canadiens have each been playing well. Entering Friday’s game, the Bruins were […] The post Bruins’ Marco Sturm has ludicrous admission after crushing Panthers loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2 players Texans must avoid picking in 2026 NFL Draft

The Houston Texans have officially crossed the line from promising to dangerous. This is a team everyone expects to compete not just for a playoff spot but for a Super Bowl spot. And with that expectation comes a different kind of pressure. Every roster move must now serve a singular purpose: winning in January. With […] The post 2 players Texans must avoid picking in 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Texas WBB star Madison Booker delivers confident national championship message

Madison Booker declared a confident message about the Texas Longhorns’ championship hopes ahead of the 2026 Final Four of the NCAA Women’s Tournament. Booker is going through the third season of her collegiate career with the Longhorns. She has shined as one of the top stars in women’s basketball, bringing the program back to prominence […] The post Texas WBB star Madison Booker delivers confident national championship message appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers fans reeling after learning Luka Doncic’s injury update vs. Thunder

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic failed to finish their game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center on Thursday after exiting in the third quarter due to a hamstring injury. He was ruled out for the rest of the contest. It was a scary sight to see, as Doncic limped off the court […] The post Lakers fans reeling after learning Luka Doncic’s injury update vs. Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Braves’ Drake Baldwin reaches wild 1957 Hank Aaron territory

Even when Drake Baldwin is not tearing the cover off the baseball, or registering any base-hits, he is finding ways to contribute to winning baseball. The 25-year-old catcher joined Atlanta Braves royalty in Thursday’s 17-2 drubbing of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Despite grounding into a fielder’s choice twice, Baldwin scored two runs and recorded an RBI. […] The post Braves’ Drake Baldwin reaches wild 1957 Hank Aaron territory appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Penguins’ Erik Karlsson keeps it simple on what went wrong in Lightning loss

The Pittsburgh Penguins had a two-game winning streak going before getting tripped up on Thursday night by the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa. The Lightning struck first with a goal by forward Anthony Cirelli in the opening period before the Penguins responded with back-to-back goals by forwards Rickard Rakell and Egor […] The post Penguins’ Erik Karlsson keeps it simple on what went wrong in Lightning loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Grizzlies sign former first-round pick from Duke to 10-day contract

With the 2025-26 season long lost for the Memphis Grizzlies, they are essentially looking towards the future to evaluate which players fit the direction the team is heading towards for the next few years. With Jaren Jackson Jr. joining Desmond Bane out the door, Ja Morant is looking likely to be shown the exit in […] The post Grizzlies sign former first-round pick from Duke to 10-day contract appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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UConn HC Geno Auriemma declares WBB would ‘suffer’ after WNBA Draft rule change

UConn Huskies head coach Geno Auriemma expressed a concerning message about the state of women’s basketball if a rule change were to happen for the WNBA Draft. NBA players must be at least 19 years old during the calendar year of the draft. However, the WNBA requires any player drafted to be at least 22 […] The post UConn HC Geno Auriemma declares WBB would ‘suffer’ after WNBA Draft rule change appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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