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Why Brad Stevens will explore suitors for Jaylen Brown ahead of critical Celtics offseason

Boston Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown saw the best season of his career come to a stunning end after blowing a 3-1 lead against the Philadelphia 76ers in the opening round of the playoffs. The Celtics lost three games in a row with the 76ers on the brink of elimination, a first in the franchise’s rich […] The post Why Brad Stevens will explore suitors for Jaylen Brown ahead of critical Celtics offseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Padres making roster move before Lucas Giolito joins team

As Lucas Giolito signed with the San Diego Padres, there were changes that the team needed to make before the pitcher would be activated. With Giolito making his return to baseball with the Padres, the team has officially announced what initial move they are going to make. According to Kevin Acee, San Diego is bringing […] The post Padres making roster move before Lucas Giolito joins team appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How Wizards getting No. 1 pick could change Anthony Davis saga

At long last, the Washington Wizards are poised to add a superstar prospect to their young core after three seasons of bottoming out to chase draft lottery luck. They landed the No. 1 overall pick on Sunday for the first time since 2010, giving them the choice between BYU forward AJ Dybantsa, Kansas guard Darryn […] The post How Wizards getting No. 1 pick could change Anthony Davis saga appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets’ Carson Benge isn’t adding any pressure to his 1st Subway Series

Certainly, with the Subway Series between the New York Mets and the New York Yankees getting underway for the first game of the series on Friday, there’s no denying that the two fan bases will be rowdy. Consequently, as there will always be debates with the Mets and the Yankees, Carson Benge will give his […] The post Mets’ Carson Benge isn’t adding any pressure to his 1st Subway Series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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49ers and 5 other teams that got completely screwed by NFL schedule release

The NFL masterfully creates the illusion that there is no true offseason, and somehow, it continues to generate hype for the product during what is supposed to be the “down period.” Every event on the calendar feels like a spectacle. The annual NFL schedule release perfectly illustrates the league’s shrewd business acumen. This warranted praise […] The post 49ers and 5 other teams that got completely screwed by NFL schedule release appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rockies place Chase Dollander on IL with elbow strain

After Colorado Rockies pitcher Chase Dollander exited the matchup against the Pittsbugh Pirates with an elbow injury, as the team eventually lost 7-2 on Thursday, the extent of the young star’s issue has been revealed. While the Rockies have been enjoying a breakout season for Dollander, he will now be put on the injured list […] The post Rockies place Chase Dollander on IL with elbow strain appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Golden Knights have ‘no further comment’ on harsh NHL penalties after Game 6

The Vegas Golden Knights eliminated the Anaheim Ducks from the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and are now officially in preparation mode to face the powerful Colorado Avalanche in the Western Conference Final. However, they’ve run afoul of the NHL thanks to their actions following the decisive Game 6 in Anaheim. The Golden Knights refused to open […] The post Golden Knights have ‘no further comment’ on harsh NHL penalties after Game 6 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blue Jays’ Jose Berrios may need surgery, but nothing is official

After the Toronto Blue Jays finished the series with the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday with a 5-3 win, the team would get some key injury updates, specifically about starting pitcher Jose Berrios. Blue Jays John Schneider dropped a major development with Berrios, as he can likely miss way more time in the 2026 season, […] The post Blue Jays’ Jose Berrios may need surgery, but nothing is official appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chris Gotterup calls out PGA Championship pace of play, won’t call Aronimink unfair

The PGA Championship is often one of the tournaments that takes competitors on a lengthy journey to finish a round of golf. It makes for a significant challenge from both a physical and mental perspective, because it may take 5 or 5.5 hours to finish a single round. Non-major tournaments may see players complete 18 […] The post Chris Gotterup calls out PGA Championship pace of play, won’t call Aronimink unfair appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Steve Kerr ‘couldn’t imagine’ walking away from Warriors

SAN FRANCISCO – Steve Kerr’s return to the Golden State Warriors was never a sure thing. And at times it even seemed doubtful. But at the end of the day, the man who brought four titles to the Bay and a decade plus of basketball excellence could not step away from the franchise he’s made […] The post Why Steve Kerr ‘couldn’t imagine’ walking away from Warriors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rangers make Corey Seager decision amid 0-27 slump

The Texas Rangers are scheduled to face off against the Houston Astros on Friday with the goal of advancing to a 22-22 record. With the possibility of bringing the record back to .500, and Corey Seager seemingly in a slump, manager Skip Schumaker is making some changes to the lineup for Friday’s matchup. Reports indicate […] The post Rangers make Corey Seager decision amid 0-27 slump appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Wild’s Jesper Wallstedt addresses trade rumors after stellar rookie season

Thanks to an impressive run down the stretch of the season, the Minnesota Wild decided to start goaltender Jesper Wallstedt during the Stanley Cup Playoffs, resulting in a six-game series victory over the rival Dallas Stars in the Western Conference Quarterfinal. However, their results against the Colorado Avalanche in the second round were different. Not […] The post Wild’s Jesper Wallstedt addresses trade rumors after stellar rookie season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Steph Curry blames Adam Silver after Azzi Fudd calls him out

Azzi Fudd finally called out Stephen Curry for something fans probably never expected, his absence from her games at UConn Huskies women’s basketball, CFBN reports. During Friday’s episode of Fudd’s “Fudd Around and Find Out” podcast, the Huskies star jokingly confronted Curry over never making the trip to watch her play in college despite their […] The post Steph Curry blames Adam Silver after Azzi Fudd calls him out appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Gilbert Arenas recalls fearing ‘more Dwyane Wade’ after Shaq missed 2005 playoff games

Former NBA guard Gilbert Arenas recently looked back on the Washington Wizards’ difficult 2005 playoff matchup against Dwyane Wade and the Miami Heat, recalling that the team was actually disappointed when Shaquille O’Neal missed games during the series. Speaking on a recent episode of Gil’s Arena, Arenas reflected on the Wizards’ second-round loss to Miami […] The post Gilbert Arenas recalls fearing ‘more Dwyane Wade’ after Shaq missed 2005 playoff games appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Knicks’ sweep of 76ers leaves no excuses to fall short of NBA Finals

The New York Knicks are patiently waiting for their Eastern Conference Finals opponent. New York wrapped up its series-clinching win in Game 4 against the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday. But the other Eastern Conference Semifinals matchup between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Detroit Pistons has been a significantly tighter battle. But while the Knicks wait for […] The post Why Knicks’ sweep of 76ers leaves no excuses to fall short of NBA Finals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Steph Curry shares honest Knicks confession from NBA Draft night

Steph Curry built one of the greatest careers in NBA history with the Golden State Warriors, but his first reaction to getting drafted by the franchise came with a little confusion, Yahoo reports. During an appearance on Azzi Fudd’s “Fudd Around And Find Out” podcast, Curry admitted he immediately grabbed his phone after Golden State […] The post Steph Curry shares honest Knicks confession from NBA Draft night appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Paul Pierce thinks LeBron James should retire

LeBron James just completed his 23rd season in the NBA. His Lakers were unable to garner a single win in their second-round series against the defending NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder. It’s clear that James can no longer carry a team deep into the playoffs and he must defer to some of his younger teammates. […] The post Why Paul Pierce thinks LeBron James should retire appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Canadiens’ Jakub Dobes was left in Game 5, no thanks to Martin St. Louis

Things looked rough for the Montreal Canadiens in the first period of their Game 5 matchup against the Buffalo Sabres in the Eastern Conference Semifinal. Buffalo scored three times and took a 3-2 lead into the first intermission. While there was some consideration of pulling goaltender Jakub Dobes in favor of backup Sam Montembeault, the […] The post Canadiens’ Jakub Dobes was left in Game 5, no thanks to Martin St. Louis appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dodgers’ Blake Snell surprisingly scratched hours before Angels clash

Blake Snell made his 2026 debut in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 7-2 loss to the Atlanta Braves on May 9 after being on the 15-day IL with shoulder fatigue. He was scheduled to make his second start of the season on Friday against the Angels, however, the latest reports reveal he has been scratched from […] The post Dodgers’ Blake Snell surprisingly scratched hours before Angels clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kawhi Leonard vs. Giannis trade debate gets hot take from ESPN insider

The NBA Draft Lottery has come and gone, with everyone now knowing their drafting position and what they have to work with over the next month-and-a-half. While pick trades will be in heavy discussions, the league is also eyeing two superstars who could be availablenbad and on the move. The Milwaukee Bucks are reportedly open […] The post Kawhi Leonard vs. Giannis trade debate gets hot take from ESPN insider appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Draymond Green comes to Pistons’ Ausar Thompson’s defense after controversial no-call

After dropping Game 5 to the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Detroit Pistons are against the wall, as they must now win two straight games to avoid elimination from the NBA Playoffs. There was a controversial moment near the end of regulation of Game 5 in which Detroit’s Ausar Thompson was tripped by Cleveland’s Jarrett Allen, but […] The post Draymond Green comes to Pistons’ Ausar Thompson’s defense after controversial no-call appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ Max Fried lands on IL but avoids worst-case scenario

Fans of the New York Yankees held their collective breath when starter Max Fried departed Wednesday’s start against the Baltimore Orioles after just three innings, during which he allowed three runs on five hits and a walk, due to left elbow posterior soreness. As speculation grew about the possible severity of his ailment, it appears […] The post Yankees’ Max Fried lands on IL but avoids worst-case scenario appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kenny Smith reveals why LA hasn’t taken LeBron James for granted

In the days following the Los Angeles Lakers’ elimination from the playoffs by the Oklahoma City Thunder, the major storyline has revolved around what LeBron James is going to do next. There’s been no shortage of reports and rumors with some suggesting that the Lakers have taken James’ presence on the team for granted. But […] The post Kenny Smith reveals why LA hasn’t taken LeBron James for granted appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Raiders’ scariest pitfall to overcome on 2026 NFL schedule

As the Las Vegas Raiders enter their 2026 season, new head coach Klint Kubiak will be looking to lay the foundation of the franchise. It would take quite the turnaround for the Raiders to be considered true playoff contenders. Instead, Las Vegas wants to see the develop of quarterback Fernando Mendoza and the offense overall. […] The post Raiders’ scariest pitfall to overcome on 2026 NFL schedule appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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