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Duke HC Jon Scheyer joins historic group with 3rd Elite Eight appearance

Maintaining their March success under head coach Jon Scheyer, the Duke Blue Devils prevailed 80-75 against the St. John’s Red Storm in the Sweet 16 on Friday night, breaking through to the Elite Eight for a third straight year. Duke improved to 35-2 for the season, pushing its winning streak to 14 games and setting […] The post Duke HC Jon Scheyer joins historic group with 3rd Elite Eight appearance appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Timberwolves’ Naz Reid was fined $50,000 vs. the Rockets

On Friday, the NBA fined Minnesota Timberwolves forward-center Naz Reid $50,000 “for questioning the integrity of game officials” in Wednesday’s 110-108 overtime victory against the Houston Rockets at Target Center. The incident occurred with 4:13 remaining in overtime. Reid was assessed a technical foul and ejected despite not having a prior technical in the game, […] The post Why Timberwolves’ Naz Reid was fined $50,000 vs. the Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blue Jays’ Kevin Gausman makes Toronto history on Opening Day

Toronto Blue Jays starter Kevin Gausman made franchise history in Friday’s 3-2 Opening Day win over the Athletics. By the fifth inning, Gausman had already reached double digits in strikeouts and went on to finish with 11 over six innings, making him the first pitcher in team history to record at least 10 strikeouts in […] The post Blue Jays’ Kevin Gausman makes Toronto history on Opening Day appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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‘Elite’ receiver commits to USC in huge move

The USC Trojans landed their first commitment for the 2028 class on Friday, as four-star wide receiver Roye Oliver III announced his decision, giving Lincoln Riley his first pledge in the class. The Chandler (Ariz.) Hamilton prospect chose USC over a long list of offers that included Alabama, Oregon, Texas, UCLA, Arizona, and Arizona State […] The post ‘Elite’ receiver commits to USC in huge move appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mark Daigneault’s encouraging take on Thunder Jalen Williams’ return from injury

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault likes what he’s seeing from Jalen Williams, who played in his third game since his second hamstring injury of 2025-26. With eight games left in the regular season, Williams is clearing mental hurdles in his return. He finished with 18 points, eight assists, six rebounds, […] The post Mark Daigneault’s encouraging take on Thunder Jalen Williams’ return from injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Packers’ 3 sleeper prospects to target in 2026 NFL Draft

The Green Bay Packers are dealing with a finishing problem. For this team, the inability to close games when it matters most has become a defining flaw. The margin between playoff appearances and postseason success is razor-thin, and Green Bay has been living on the wrong side of it. That’s why the 2026 NFL Draft […] The post Packers’ 3 sleeper prospects to target in 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cowboys’ 3 sleeper prospects to target in 2026 NFL Draft

The Dallas Cowboys don’t lack talent. They just lack answers. This franchise measures success in championships, not playoff appearances. As such, the past two seasons have exposed a disconnect between what the Cowboys believe they are and what shows up on Sundays. The 2026 NFL Draft presents an opportunity to correct that through calculated, under-the-radar […] The post Cowboys’ 3 sleeper prospects to target in 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Giants’ 3 sleeper prospects to target in 2026 NFL Draft

The New York Giants know that relevance in the NFL is fleeting, and identity is everything. After another reset button was pressed midway through the 2025 season, the organization now finds itself caught between patience and urgency. The arrival of a new coaching vision signals hope. Hope alone, though, doesn’t win games in the NFC […] The post Giants’ 3 sleeper prospects to target in 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rockets’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NBA Playoffs

The 2025-26 season is feeling like a gap year for the Houston Rockets, which is quite disappointing considering that their goal heading into this season is to build off of last year’s first-round exit. While the Golden State Warriors are not poised to be a threat to a potential deep playoff run for the Rockets, […] The post Rockets’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NBA Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blazers’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NBA Playoffs

The Portland Trail Blazers are essentially guaranteed a spot in the 2026 NBA play-in tournament, and taking a step towards consistent winning basketball was a goal for them prior to the start of the 2025-26 season. While they seem to be ways away from cracking the top-six in the Western Conference, getting their first taste […] The post Blazers’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NBA Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Michigan State Spartans fans in tears after Sweet 16 loss to UConn

Tom Izzo and the Michigan State Spartans exit the 2026 NCAA Tournament in heartbreak after losing to the UConn Huskies in the Sweet 16 on Friday night. The Spartans made their way to the Sweet 16 after beating up North Dakota State and Louisville in the opening rounds. This marked another deep run in the […] The post Michigan State Spartans fans in tears after Sweet 16 loss to UConn appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers’ Bronny, LeBron James make NBA history with father-son assist

The father-son duo of LeBron James and Bronny James made NBA history during their performances in the Los Angeles Lakers’ win over the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night. LeBron is going through the 23rd year of his legendary NBA career, a historic record. As for Bronny, he is progressing through his sophomore campaign. The duo […] The post Lakers’ Bronny, LeBron James make NBA history with father-son assist appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin sounds off on ‘unacceptable’ Red Wings loss

The Buffalo Sabres are near the top of the NHL at this time and are likely to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs. However, recent results have not gone their way. Rasmus Dahlin and his teammates are trying to avoid bad starts. But they could not avoid it against the Detroit Red Wings on Friday night. […] The post Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin sounds off on ‘unacceptable’ Red Wings loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Jalen Williams reveals why he isn’t thinking about hamstring injury after return

OKLAHOMA CITY — In only his third game back from two right hamstring injuries, Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams is feeling closer to his old self. His 18 points, eight assists, six rebounds, and one steal helped the Thunder return to the win column in a 131-113 win against the Chicago Bulls. Oklahoma City […] The post Thunder’s Jalen Williams reveals why he isn’t thinking about hamstring injury after return appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Duke HC Jon Scheyer can’t help but gush over Caleb Foster’s performance vs. St. John’s

Jon Scheyer had high remarks to share about Caleb Foster following the latter’s performance in the Duke Blue Devils’ win over the St. John’s Red Storm in the Sweet 16 of the 2026 NCAA Tournament on Friday night. Foster has been dealing with a right foot fracture since earlier this month. He has missed several […] The post Duke HC Jon Scheyer can’t help but gush over Caleb Foster’s performance vs. St. John’s appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rick Pitino reveals why St. John’s ‘couldn’t stop’ Duke in Sweet 16 loss

Rick Pitino explained the flaw that ended the St. John’s Red Storm’s tournament run after their loss to the Duke Blue Devils in the Sweet 16 of the 2026 NCAA Tournament on Friday night. Pitino has been going through his third season as the Red Storm’s head coach. He has brought the program back into […] The post Rick Pitino reveals why St. John’s ‘couldn’t stop’ Duke in Sweet 16 loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blackhawks’ Tyler Bertuzzi left searching for answers after blowout Rangers loss

The Chicago Blackhawks are near the bottom of the NHL and are well outside the playoff race at this time. However, the team is looking to finish the season on a strong note. Unfortunately, Tyler Bertuzzi and his teammates had a rough outing against the New York Rangers. Arvid Soderblom drew the start in net […] The post Blackhawks’ Tyler Bertuzzi left searching for answers after blowout Rangers loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Arkansas Razorbacks most to blame for blowout Sweet 16 loss to Arizona

Arkansas can head into the offseason knowing that it lost to what might be the best team in the country. The Razorbacks won their first SEC Tournament championship since 2000 and watched dynamic guard Darius Acuff Jr. solidify himself as a program great in his freshman campaign. They reached the Sweet Sixteen of the NCAA […] The post Arkansas Razorbacks most to blame for blowout Sweet 16 loss to Arizona appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kawhi Leonard calls game with clutch mid-ranger vs. Pacers

The LA Clippers are in a tough fight towards the bottom of the Western Conference playoff race, and a win on Friday night would’ve given them four consecutive victories. Thanks to Kawhi Leonard, they were able to make that happen. Leonard and the Clippers trailed by as many as 24 points in Friday night’s game […] The post Kawhi Leonard calls game with clutch mid-ranger vs. Pacers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Red Wings’ Alex DeBrincat joins exclusive elite club after crucial Sabres win

The Detroit Red Wings took on the Buffalo Sabres on Friday night in a must-win contest for Detroit. The Red Wings have fallen behind the pace in the Eastern Conference Wild Card race. They could not afford another loss, especially to a division rival. Veteran forward Alex DeBrincat ensured the team would come away with […] The post Red Wings’ Alex DeBrincat joins exclusive elite club after crucial Sabres win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Steve Kerr drops harsh reality of Stephen Curry’s dwindling return window for Warriors

SAN FRANCISCO– The Golden State Warriors know Stephen Curry’s window to return is closing. The Dubs’ franchise star got another update on the patella-femoral pain syndrome and bone bruising in his right knee that’s kept him out for 23 games and counting. The re-evaluation indicated that Curry continues to make “good” progress, but will miss […] The post Steve Kerr drops harsh reality of Stephen Curry’s dwindling return window for Warriors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Wings HC Jose Fernandez finalizes staff with ex-Arkansas head coach, 3 others

Jose Fernandez has finally completed the building of his coaching staff as he approaches the first year as the Dallas Wings’ head coach. Fernandez is embracing a new chapter of his coaching career, taking it to the professional level. He departed from the USF Bulls after 25 seasons from 2000 to 2025, gifting them plenty […] The post Wings HC Jose Fernandez finalizes staff with ex-Arkansas head coach, 3 others appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Giants make even more ugly history in brutal showing vs. Yankees

The San Francisco Giants opened their season on Wednesday night against the New York Yankees on Netflix. They hosted the curtain-raiser to the 2026 MLB season, filled with hope for the year ahead. Unfortunately, the first couple games have not been kind to first-year manager Tony Vitello and his team. The Giants were roughed up […] The post Giants make even more ugly history in brutal showing vs. Yankees appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Clayton Kershaw lands new role with Dodgers

Clayton Kershaw retired from MLB after the 2025 season, ending his career with a World Series win with the Los Angeles Dodgers. After participating in the World Baseball Classic before the start of the 2026 campaign, it appears Kershaw is re-joining L.A. once again. This time in a new role. Reports indicate that the 38-year-old […] The post Clayton Kershaw lands new role with Dodgers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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