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Austin Reaves fires back at allegations of free-throw grifting lobbed at him, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers know that coming into their Western Conference Semifinal series against the Oklahoma City Thunder, one thing they’re going to have to watch out for is Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ability to draw fouls and get free-throws. But the Lakers believe they have a free-throw counter of their own […] The post Austin Reaves fires back at allegations of free-throw grifting lobbed at him, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Justin Wrobleski makes Dodgers history not seen since 1991

Despite employing multiple pitchers with inside tracks for the NL Cy Young award this year in Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the Los Angeles Dodgers’ best starting pitcher statistically has been one who didn’t even start out the year in the rotation: Justin Wrobleski. After coming up short to Roki Sasaki and Emmit Sheehan in […] The post Justin Wrobleski makes Dodgers history not seen since 1991 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dodgers end NL West’s insane 20-game losing streak

The Los Angeles Dodgers finally got back in the win column on Sunday. Los Angeles was on a four-game losing streak, before defeating the St. Louis Cardinals 4-1. In fact, the entire National League West was mired in a losing streak going into Sunday. “The Dodgers end the NL West’s 20-game losing streak with 4-1 […] The post Dodgers end NL West’s insane 20-game losing streak appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Shams gives Luka Doncic injury update before Lakers-Thunder series

The Los Angeles Lakers are currently gearing up for their second round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder, which is slated to get underway on Tuesday evening. The Lakers punched their ticket to the conference semifinals with a blowout Game 6 win over the Houston Rockets on Friday. The Lakers are eagerly awaiting the return […] The post Shams gives Luka Doncic injury update before Lakers-Thunder series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The ‘trash’ that led to Blue Jays ‘John Schneider yanking player from loss to Twins

The Toronto Blue Jays lost to the Minnesota Twins on Sunday, ending the series with a four-game split. Blue Jays manager John Schneider pulled catcher Tyler Heineman from the game in the sixth inning. Schneider said it was a “manager’s decision” and did not explain further. Heineman has a pretty good idea of the situation, […] The post The ‘trash’ that led to Blue Jays ‘John Schneider yanking player from loss to Twins appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Louisville lands 5-star who’s reclassifying to 2026 class

Louisville basketball delivered one offseason bombshell already in landing prized transfers Flory Bidunga and Jackson Shelstad. Now head coach Pat Kelsey and company pulled off a massive College Basketball Recruiting move Sunday. Louisville landed five-star Obinna Ekezie Jr. but there’s a catch. Ekezie revealed his commitment to Louisville to 247Sports, but he’ll comprise the 2026 […] The post Louisville lands 5-star who’s reclassifying to 2026 class appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What Flyers’ Denver Barkey was preaching after Game 1 loss to Hurricanes

The Philadelphia Flyers got trounced in Game 1 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs series with the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday. Carolina won, 3-0, and dominated starting in the first period. Flyers center Denver Barkey is sending a message to his team following the loss. “Taking it day-by-day. I think that’s important with playoffs. There are […] The post What Flyers’ Denver Barkey was preaching after Game 1 loss to Hurricanes appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pistons’ Tobias Harris swinging Game 7 vs. Magic with career high, just like everybody expected

With their season on the line, the Detroit Pistons needed someone, anyone, to step up and make some plays to definitively take down the pesky Orlando Magic and advance to the second round of the 2026 NBA playoffs. Would that player be Cade Cunningham, the team’s MVP candidate? Or how about Jalen Duren, who has […] The post Pistons’ Tobias Harris swinging Game 7 vs. Magic with career high, just like everybody expected appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Magic’s Jalen Suggs suffers ankle injury scare in Game 7 vs. Pistons

With the Orlando Magic playing in Game 7 against the Detroit Pistons in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, the team has seen an injury to a key player right before halftime. With the Magic already without Franz Wagner, the status of guard Jalen Suggs is uncertain. In an effort to get one last […] The post Magic’s Jalen Suggs suffers ankle injury scare in Game 7 vs. Pistons appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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It took Magic star Paolo Banchero barely 1 quarter of Game 7 to blow past disastrous Game 6

The Orlando Magic seemed to be humming toward the second round of the playoffs at halftime of Game 6, as they took a 22-point lead into halftime on their home floor against the Detroit Pistons. However, one terrible 19-point half later, the Magic are fighting for their season in Game 7 back in Detroit. While […] The post It took Magic star Paolo Banchero barely 1 quarter of Game 7 to blow past disastrous Game 6 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What Celtics players said about Joe Mazzulla’s radical Game 7 lineup that backfired

With Jayson Tatum unable to play due to knee stiffness, the Boston Celtics decided to shake things up in a major way in their series finale against the Philadelphia 76ers, starting Ron Harper, Luka Garza, and Baylor Scheierman while bringing Sam Hauser, Neemias Queta, and Payton Prichard off the bench. On paper, the idea wasn’t […] The post What Celtics players said about Joe Mazzulla’s radical Game 7 lineup that backfired appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cameron Young cruises to 6-shot PGA Tour win at Trump Doral

The PGA Tour returned to Trump Doral for the first time since 2016, and Cameron Young put together an emphatic win. The New York native stormed to a six-shot victory at the Cadillac Championship behind a Sunday 68. Young now has three PGA Tour wins, all since August of 2025. Young got off to a […] The post Cameron Young cruises to 6-shot PGA Tour win at Trump Doral appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Giants’ Adrian Houser rips ump for botched Heliot Ramos call that led to ejection

The San Francisco Giants lost a disappointing game on Saturday to the Tampa Bay Rays. In one bizarre sequence, San Francisco’s Heliot Ramos hit a ball into the air that Giants personnel thought was a home run. It was called an out, after the ball fell into the glove of a Rays outfielder. The Giants […] The post Giants’ Adrian Houser rips ump for botched Heliot Ramos call that led to ejection appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Wild’s Joel Eriksson Ek injury update leaves even steeper climb vs. Avalanche

The Minnesota Wild snapped a lengthy playoff streak with a Game 6 victory over the Dallas Stars in the first round, closing out the series and advancing to the second round for the first time since 2015. The Wild and Stars were two of the best teams in the entire NHL this season, so Minnesota […] The post Wild’s Joel Eriksson Ek injury update leaves even steeper climb vs. Avalanche appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Maple Leafs announce Mats Sundin reunion, GM hire

The Toronto Maple Leafs have a new front office. TSN’s Chris Johnston reported Sunday that the move is official. Mats Sundin is back with the Maple Leafs organization, and John Chayka is making his return to the NHL as the general manager. “It’s official: The Leafs are hiring Mats Sundin and John Chayka to lead […] The post Maple Leafs announce Mats Sundin reunion, GM hire appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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LSU lands commitment from 5-star two-sports recruit

LSU football is delivering a stellar Sunday on the College Football Recruiting trail. The Tigers began by landing star junior college talent Lavonte Williams. Now Lane Kiffin and company reeled in a five-star talent, who also stars in basketball. Tight end Ahmad Hudson chose LSU Sunday afternoon, with On3/Rivals confirming the move. He’s more than […] The post LSU lands commitment from 5-star two-sports recruit appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ Aaron Judge shows he’s not just a big bat with savage robbery of college teammate

New York Yankees star Aaron Judge is, at worst, the second-best player in baseball. The three-time MVP is most well-known for his offensive prowess. He has three home run titles and five Silver Slugger awards to call his own. His 62 home runs in 2022 were the most in a single season in American League […] The post Yankees’ Aaron Judge shows he’s not just a big bat with savage robbery of college teammate appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics’ Jaylen Brown reveals only major regret after losing Game 7 to 76ers

Boston Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown reacted to head coach Joe Mazzulla’s surprising approach to Game 7 against the Philadelphia 76ers. Without Jayson Tatum, Mazzulla started Baylor Scheierman and benched Neemias Queta and Payton Pritchard for Luka Garza and Ron Harper Jr., who spent most of the season in the G League. The Celtics’ head coach […] The post Celtics’ Jaylen Brown reveals only major regret after losing Game 7 to 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Angels starter Yusei Kikuchi’s IL trip comes with concerning injury detail

The Los Angeles Angels were expecting Yusei Kikuchi to fill a crucial role in their rotation during the 2026 season. But now, the left-hander finds himself on the shelf. The Angels have placed Kikuchi on the 15-day injured list with shoulder inflammation. However, there’s a chance he needs more time on IL, via Jeff Fletcher […] The post Angels starter Yusei Kikuchi’s IL trip comes with concerning injury detail appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What James Harden’s locker room message is with Cavs’ season on line vs. Raptors

After RJ Barrett’s game-winner for the Toronto Raptors stunned the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 6, Donovan Mitchell ensured that he and the locker room wouldn’t hang their heads for long and focus on the next one. James Harden echoed the same sentiments but had a more direct message for Game 7 and beyond in the […] The post What James Harden’s locker room message is with Cavs’ season on line vs. Raptors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Braves’ Spencer Strider off to rocky start in return from injury

On Sunday afternoon, the Atlanta Braves hit the field on the road vs the Colorado Rockies, looking to complete a series sweep and increase their lead over the NL East. This game marked the first start of the year for pitcher Spencer Strider, who had been out of the lineup up to this point with […] The post Braves’ Spencer Strider off to rocky start in return from injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ranger Suarez leaving start early adds to Red Sox pitching injury woes

The Boston Red Sox have had a tough start to the 2026 season. One of the reasons is because of injuries to their pitching staff. That disappointing trend appears to have continued on Sunday, as Ranger Suarez had to leave his start early. “Ranger Suarez is coming out of the game after four innings and […] The post Ranger Suarez leaving start early adds to Red Sox pitching injury woes appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards’ target injury return vs. Spurs revealed

Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards is targeting a return from his knee injury as early as Game 3 or 4 of their second-round series against the San Antonio Spurs, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania and Anthony Slater. The report notes that while Edwards will definitely miss the start of the series, there’s “growing optimism” about […] The post Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards’ target injury return vs. Spurs revealed appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers banning certain ticket sales after Joel Embiid’s request to fans

Most NBA fans and pundits had written the Philadelphia 76ers off after they fell in a 3-1 hole against the Boston Celtics. Now, Philly is moving on to the second round of the NBA playoffs after pulling off an improbable comeback, capped off with a 109-100 win in Game 7 in Boston on Saturday night. […] The post 76ers banning certain ticket sales after Joel Embiid’s request to fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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