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Cowboys’ Jerry Jones strongly defends Ravens for calling off Maxx Crosby trade

Apr 1, 2026 @ 6:59pm

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The Dallas Cowboys were among the top teams linked to a Maxx Crosby trade until the Baltimore Ravens swooped in and landed the Las Vegas Raiders pass rusher. However, that trade ultimately — and shockingly — got nixed by the Ravens after a failed physical, prompting Crosby’s quick U-turn to Las Vegas. Baltimore has taken […] The post Cowboys’ Jerry Jones strongly defends Ravens for calling off Maxx Crosby trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Bill Self will return to Kansas for 2026-27 season

Apr 1, 2026 @ 6:57pm

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The Kansas Jayhawks basketball program is getting great news ahead of the Final Four. Head coach Bill Self will return to the team for the 2026-27 season, despite rumors of a potential departure. “With renewed clarity & the ongoing support from our administration, I remain focused & committed to Kansas basketball competing for a national […] The post Bill Self will return to Kansas for 2026-27 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Heat’s Erik Spoelstra reveals Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro trait that can’t be ‘manufactured’

Apr 1, 2026 @ 6:51pm

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MIAMI – As the Miami Heat got a huge win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night, 119-109, there was no denying the impact that stars Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro had on and off the court. With the Heat in the Eastern Conference chaos, trying to avoid the play-in tournament with six games left […] The post Heat’s Erik Spoelstra reveals Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro trait that can’t be ‘manufactured’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Wisconsin adds twin brothers to OL room

Apr 1, 2026 @ 6:38pm

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Wisconsin football is attempting to make up for recent roster losses. Notably former tight end Tucker Ashcraft bolting to USC. The Badgers pivoted back to a familiar strategy Wednesday: Finding big offensive linemen via recruiting. Except the Big Ten school landed a set of twin brothers to boost the trenches. Hunter and Reece Mallinger of […] The post Wisconsin adds twin brothers to OL room appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Lakers’ Luka Doncic isn’t ready for playoffs yet despite career-best month

Apr 1, 2026 @ 6:35pm

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For much of the season, there was plenty of concern around whether the Los Angeles Lakers’ ‘Big-3’ can perform well together. However, things have undoubtedly changed in recent weeks with the Lakers rising up to third in the Western Conference and going 16-2 in their last 18 games. And much of that is down to […] The post Lakers’ Luka Doncic isn’t ready for playoffs yet despite career-best month appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Thunder’s Mark Daigneault embraces challenging ‘top-end talent’ in Lakers matchup

Apr 1, 2026 @ 6:33pm

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Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault is embracing his team’s upcoming showdown against MVP candidate Luka Doncic, LeBron James, and the Los Angeles Lakers. With 60 regular-season wins under his belt, Daigneault is gearing up for the postseason. After the Thunder beat the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons, Oklahoma City will have its hands full […] The post Thunder’s Mark Daigneault embraces challenging ‘top-end talent’ in Lakers matchup appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Fernando Mendoza earns ‘franchise QB’ props from Insider at Pro Day ahead of the NFL Draft

Apr 1, 2026 @ 6:29pm

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Indiana football held its pro day, and after he did not throw at the NFL Combine, all eyes were on Fernando Mendoza to see what he could show before the NFL Draft. Mendoza had one more opportunity to impress scouts, and he looked great. He looked ready for the NFL, and NFL media member Louis […] The post Fernando Mendoza earns ‘franchise QB’ props from Insider at Pro Day ahead of the NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Giants’ Matt Chapman fires NSFW message to Casey Schmitt during Padres game

Apr 1, 2026 @ 6:24pm

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The San Francisco Giants and San Diego Padres are in the tail end of a very entertaining series at Petco Park. The Giants have won the series already after taking two straight in San Diego. The Giants were swept by the New York Yankees to begin the season. San Francisco is currently trailing the Friars […] The post Giants’ Matt Chapman fires NSFW message to Casey Schmitt during Padres game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Avalanche’s Cale Makar to miss games with injury, expected back for playoffs

Apr 1, 2026 @ 6:21pm

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The Colorado Avalanche will be missing the services of star defenseman Cale Makar for at least the next few games, according to Avs head coach Jared Bednar. “He’s doing OK,” Bednar said on Wednesday before sharing that the blueliner will be sidelined for now, via NHL.com. “He’s going to miss some time, though. Like nothing […] The post Avalanche’s Cale Makar to miss games with injury, expected back for playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Rui Hachimura drops hilarious take on his leadership role with Lakers

Apr 1, 2026 @ 6:17pm

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The Los Angeles Lakers have been rolling of late, winning in comfortable fashion over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday night thanks to 42 points from Luka Doncic. It was also a strong outing for wing Rui Hachimura, who scored 14 points on an efficient 6 of 8 from the field, including 2 of 3 from […] The post Rui Hachimura drops hilarious take on his leadership role with Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Deni Avdija sends message to Israeli fans amid strong support in Los Angeles

Apr 1, 2026 @ 6:06pm

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The Portland Trail Blazers traveled to Los Angeles for arguably the biggest game of the season against the LA Clippers on Tuesday night, and they did not disappoint. Deni Avdija, who was named an NBA All-Star for the first time in his NBA career, played like a star in the win and got a much-needed […] The post Deni Avdija sends message to Israeli fans amid strong support in Los Angeles appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Tennessee lands 15.6-PPG transfer after Elite Eight loss

Apr 1, 2026 @ 6:03pm

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Tennessee basketball clearly has grown tired of its Elite Eight appearances. Head coach Rick Barnes still has a hunger to get the Volunteers over the hurdle. Barnes and the Vols took a big step toward attempting to end its regional semifinals thud Wednesday with a College Basketball Transfer Portal find. Belmont senior Tyler Lundblade is […] The post Tennessee lands 15.6-PPG transfer after Elite Eight loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Grizzlies’ Brandon Clarke arrested in Arkansas for unknown charges

Apr 1, 2026 @ 6:01pm

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Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has been ruled out for the 2025-26 season after sustaining a calf strain back in December 2025. While he’s been dealing with that injury, it appears Clarke is in trouble after being arrested in the state of Arkansas. Original reports indicated that Clarke, who is 29 years old, was arrested […] The post Grizzlies’ Brandon Clarke arrested in Arkansas for unknown charges appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Joel Embiid’s April Fool’s Day playing status drama continues with follow-up tweet

Apr 1, 2026 @ 5:40pm

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To prevent any further confusion, Joel Embiid is officially ruled out for the Philadelphia 76ers’ matchup vs. the Washington Wizards. The veteran center made things incredibly confusing on social media after being shocked by this playing status for Wednesday night’s contest. Just gotta love April Fool’s Day, right? Ky Carlin of USA Today initially reported […] The post Joel Embiid’s April Fool’s Day playing status drama continues with follow-up tweet appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Cathy Engelbert touts major WNBA milestone with full revenue share

Apr 1, 2026 @ 5:32pm

The WNBA and the players union finally came to an agreement on a new CBA last month, setting everything in motion for the 2026 season. At the forefront of the new CBA is the subject of revenue sharing, something WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert is excited to see come to fruition. During a recent appearance on […] The post Cathy Engelbert touts major WNBA milestone with full revenue share appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Wild Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis stat further highlights lopsided Lakers trade

Apr 1, 2026 @ 5:28pm

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The Los Angeles Lakers claimed a new stat Wednesday attached to the blockbuster Luka Doncic trade. Which only further emboldens who really won after LA sent Anthony Davis to Dallas in exchange. Doncic is becoming everything JJ Redick and the Lakers envisioned when he arrived in that mega 2025 deal. However, this stat presented by […] The post Wild Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis stat further highlights lopsided Lakers trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

What Blazers’ Jrue Holiday had to say about Kawhi Leonard, Darius Garland

Apr 1, 2026 @ 5:26pm

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The Portland Trail Blazers won a big game against the LA Clippers on Tuesday night despite the strong recent play of Kawhi Leonard and Darius Garland coming into the contest. While Deni Avdija was his usual star self, the Blazers got a much-needed boost from Jrue Holiday in the win. Holiday finished the six rebounds, […] The post What Blazers’ Jrue Holiday had to say about Kawhi Leonard, Darius Garland appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Justin Crawford, Edmundo Sosa hero ball has Phillies fans going wild

Apr 1, 2026 @ 5:21pm

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The Philadelphia Phillies came from behind to beat the Washington Nationals on Wednesday afternoon. Rookie Justin Crawford and Edmundo Sosa played hero ball to secure the series win. After trailing 5-3 heading into the 9th inning and with the bases loaded, Sosa drove in two runs with an RBI single to left field. That evened […] The post Justin Crawford, Edmundo Sosa hero ball has Phillies fans going wild appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Former UConn basketball star Paige Bueckers drops mic on Huskies dominance amid double Final 4 bids

Apr 1, 2026 @ 5:09pm

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UConn athletics has been defined by its basketball programs in the 21st century. The UConn basketball programs, combined, have been the two best since the turn of the century, with the women’s team extremely dominant and the men’s team playing well, too. It is something that UConn alums take notice of, and Paige Bueckers recently […] The post Former UConn basketball star Paige Bueckers drops mic on Huskies dominance amid double Final 4 bids appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Mark Daigneault gets brutally honest on hate towards Thunder amid success

Apr 1, 2026 @ 5:06pm

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Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault addressed the stark contrast between being an up-and-coming threat and embracing a villain role as defending champions. The Thunder captured its 60th regular-season win on Sunday, beating the Detroit Pistons 114-110 in overtime. Oklahoma City, 60-16, remains atop the Western Conference standings. After a 24-1 start, some predicted […] The post Mark Daigneault gets brutally honest on hate towards Thunder amid success appeared first on ClutchPoints.

JJ Redick gets touching message from sons after 100th career win

Apr 1, 2026 @ 5:04pm

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Following the Los Angeles Lakers’ 127-113 win against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday, the team clinched back-to-back seasons of at least 50 wins for the first time since Phil Jackson was at the helm from 2007-2011. The win gave Lakers head coach JJ Redick his 100th career coaching win, and after the game, he received […] The post JJ Redick gets touching message from sons after 100th career win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Why Arizona basketball will win 2026 NCAA Tournament

Apr 1, 2026 @ 5:00pm

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Distractions hover above Arizona basketball as the Wildcats make their way to Indianapolis. Head coach Tommy Lloyd has his name continuously attached to the North Carolina opening, despite denying interest. ‘Zona also has one painful history reminder before the Final Four. That reminder involves Arizona’s last title game appearance, which saw Duke win in 2001. […] The post Why Arizona basketball will win 2026 NCAA Tournament appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Tre Jones admits Bulls are ‘ready to move on’ from Jaden Ivey attention

Apr 1, 2026 @ 4:54pm

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The Chicago Bulls (29-46) are shifting their focus back to basketball as they prepare to host the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night, with guard Tre Jones stating the team is ready to move past the recent attention surrounding Jaden Ivey. Chicago enters the matchup at the United Center looking to regroup following a turbulent stretch […] The post Tre Jones admits Bulls are ‘ready to move on’ from Jaden Ivey attention appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Kalen DeBoer closes door on leaving Alabama after Michigan interest

Apr 1, 2026 @ 4:44pm

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In a recent interview with On3, Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer set the record straight about leaving the Crimson Tide and whether he was interested in the Michigan job. Alabama under DeBoer had a solid 10-3 season in 2025 and beat Oklahoma in the opening round of the College Football Playoffs. But their National Championship […] The post Kalen DeBoer closes door on leaving Alabama after Michigan interest appeared first on ClutchPoints.