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Olen Zellweger’s clutch Game 5 goal for Ducks has Joel Quenneville gushing with pride

The Anaheim Ducks were unable to complete the comeback in Game 5 of their Western Conference second-round series against the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday night — but defenseman Olen Zellweger did his part. After being healthy scratched for the first nine games of the postseason, the 22-year-old made his debut in Game 4 on […] The post Olen Zellweger’s clutch Game 5 goal for Ducks has Joel Quenneville gushing with pride appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Valériane Ayayi’s Mercury debut was worth wait after Euro team’s controversial ‘blocking’ tactic

PHOENIX– Valériane Ayayi’s debut was worth the wait. Six points, four rebounds, three assists, and a steal in 17 minutes was impressive for a first game. However, she should’ve been active for the season opener but had some hurdles to clear. She missed two games due to needing clearance from FIBA after playing overseas. There […] The post Why Valériane Ayayi’s Mercury debut was worth wait after Euro team’s controversial ‘blocking’ tactic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Eli Manning’s ex-Giants teammate drops mic with ‘best’ hot take

The legacy of New York Giants legend Eli Manning is complicated, to say the least, but not to his former wide receiver, Amani Toomer. During an appearance on Good Morning Football, Toomer recalled his initial hesitancy with Manning. He wasn’t sure if he’d be an underachieving hotshot quarterback like Ryan Leaf upon his arrival in […] The post Eli Manning’s ex-Giants teammate drops mic with ‘best’ hot take appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nick Wright’s Thunder ‘great team’ bar is a height Steph Curry, LeBron James never reached

On Monday evening, the Oklahoma City finished off the Los Angeles Lakers in a four-game sweep to punch their ticket to another Western Conference Finals. The Thunder are undefeated in these playoffs at 8-0, and are looking to win a second straight NBA championship. With the continued success in Oklahoma City, chatter is growing that […] The post Nick Wright’s Thunder ‘great team’ bar is a height Steph Curry, LeBron James never reached appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets’ Francisco Lindor, Luis Robert Jr get injury updates ahead of Tigers series

If the New York Mets are going to turn things around, Francisco Lindor and Luis Robert Jr will need to play pivotal roles in the lineup. However, they can’t do that as long as they are on the shelf. Based on their latest update, both players seem poised to remain on the injured list a […] The post Mets’ Francisco Lindor, Luis Robert Jr get injury updates ahead of Tigers series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Victor Wembanyama sought out Gregg Popovich amid 2-2 series with T-Wolves

The San Antonio Spurs return home after splitting both road games against the Minnesota Timberwolves in their Western Conference Semifinal series. The Spurs are hoping to take control of the series, which is tied at two games apiece, and upon the team’s return home, Victor Wembanyama sought out a familiar face in former head coach […] The post Victor Wembanyama sought out Gregg Popovich amid 2-2 series with T-Wolves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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49ers’ Ji’Ayir Brown makes eye-popping Super Bowl claim about Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs

After a hard-fought season through one of the toughest divisions in all of sports, the NFC West, the San Francisco 49ers’ Super Bowl showdown against the Kansas City Chiefs quickly took an unfortunate turn when Dre Greenlaw, the team’s weakside linebacker, suffered a game-ending Achilles’ tear. Despite some early success against Patrick Maomes and company […] The post 49ers’ Ji’Ayir Brown makes eye-popping Super Bowl claim about Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bengals, Falcons heading to Madrid in NFL Week 9 game after Joe Burrow request

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is getting his wish granted. After Burrow expressed his desire for a Bengals game to take place overseas, the NFL is working to make sure Cincinnati does that. The Bengals will play the Atlanta Falcons in Week 9 of the 2026 season in Madrid, per The 33rd Team. The NFL […] The post Bengals, Falcons heading to Madrid in NFL Week 9 game after Joe Burrow request appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Canucks rumors: Vancouver closing in on Ryan Johnson promotion amid GM search

All signs pointed to the Vancouver Canucks hiring Evan Gold to run their hockey operations department, either as president or general manager. However, with everyone waiting on Gold to leave the Boston Bruins and take that job, it now looks like the Canucks might promote from within and give assistant general manager Ryan Johnson the […] The post Canucks rumors: Vancouver closing in on Ryan Johnson promotion amid GM search appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rory McIlroy explains why he’s limping ahead of PGA Championship

The second major of the PGA Tour season is nearly upon us. The world’s best players are in Pennsylvania for the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club. There is no shortage of storylines, one of which is whether Rory McIlroy can continue his stellar play at majors. However, during Tuesday’s practice round, the World […] The post Rory McIlroy explains why he’s limping ahead of PGA Championship appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why suddenly surging Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards should have Spurs slamming panic button

The Minnesota Timberwolves are getting ready to hit the floor for Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals against the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday evening. This series is currently all tied up at two games apiece after the Timberwolves rallied late to win Game 4 over the weekend following the ejection of Spurs star […] The post Why suddenly surging Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards should have Spurs slamming panic button appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Exclusive: Bub Carrington’s heartfelt understanding of Wizards fan loyalty

VIRGINIA — The Washington Wizards have gone from national obscurity to one of the NBA’s hottest topics since drafting guard Bub Carrington No. 14 overall out of the University of Pittsburgh in June 2024. The franchise was devoid of star talent, but now has four-time All-Star point guard Trae Young, five-time All-NBA big man Anthony […] The post Exclusive: Bub Carrington’s heartfelt understanding of Wizards fan loyalty appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets’ AJ Ewing drops ‘confident’ truth bomb ahead of MLB debut vs Tigers

The New York Mets called up outfield prospect A.J. Ewing, ahead of a series against the Detroit Tigers. Ewing is batting eighth in the lineup on Tuesday for New York. He says he’s ready to take on the challenge. “I’m confident in my ability and I’m just going to play the same game that I’ve […] The post Mets’ AJ Ewing drops ‘confident’ truth bomb ahead of MLB debut vs Tigers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brandon Clarke’s death investigated as drug-related

Following the tragic news that Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has passed away, TMZ Sports reports that his death is being investigated as drug-related. According to NBC4 Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Fire Department responded to a medical emergency call shortly after 5 p.m. Monday. Authorities said paramedics pronounced Clarke dead at the scene, while […] The post Brandon Clarke’s death investigated as drug-related appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mathew Barzal to miss World Championships due to ‘minor’ injury, replaced by Sidney Crosby

New York Islanders forward Mathew Barzal will, unfortunately, miss the chance to represent Team Canada at the Men’s World Hockey Championship, but being able to replace him with Sidney Crosby is a nice consolation prize for the team. Crosby, who battled some injuries to end the season, felt like a surefire bet to take the […] The post Mathew Barzal to miss World Championships due to ‘minor’ injury, replaced by Sidney Crosby appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kadyn Proctor earns ‘absolutely massive’ assessment from Dolphins OC

The Miami Dolphins added 13 players during the 2026 NFL Draft. Miami selected Kadyn Proctor in the first round, adding a talented prospect to their rebuilding offensive line. One Dolphins coach made a bold statement about Proctor following rookie minicamp. Dolphins offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik did not hold back when describing Proctor’s size during a […] The post Kadyn Proctor earns ‘absolutely massive’ assessment from Dolphins OC appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Wild dealt brutal injury blows ahead of win-or-go-home Game 5 vs. Avalanche

The Minnesota Wild are fighting to stay alive in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Minnesota is down 3-1 in their series against the Colorado Avalanche. Ahead of Game 5, the Wild are facing some tough news on the injury front. Jonas Brodin and Joel Eriksson Ek are not traveling with the team for Game 5, per […] The post Wild dealt brutal injury blows ahead of win-or-go-home Game 5 vs. Avalanche appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brewers’ Christian Yelich activated off injury list before Padres series

The Milwaukee Brewers have been without Christian Yelich in the lineup since the 8-6 loss to the Washington Nationals on April 12 after he sustained a left groin injury during the contest. However, it appears he is finally returning to action with the club’s latest announcement before Tuesday’s game vs. the San Diego Padres. Reports […] The post Brewers’ Christian Yelich activated off injury list before Padres series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nike Kobe ‘Draft Day’ release trolls NBA teams that passed on Bryant in 1996

The 1996 NBA Draft may be considered one of the greatest incoming class of rookies, featuring future Hall-of-Famers like Allen Iverson, Ray Allen, Steve Nash, and none other than Los Angeles Lakers’ legend Kobe Bryant. However, 13 teams passed on the high school prodigy, including the Charlotte Hornets who drafted him. Coming soon, Nike will […] The post Nike Kobe ‘Draft Day’ release trolls NBA teams that passed on Bryant in 1996 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bengals’ Andrei Iosivas fires ‘angry’ message at unhinged social media death threats

There is a lot to look forward to for the Cincinnati Bengals. Joe Burrow is on the field, throwing, and looks healthy, which is the best news of all. The NFL season is just about a month and a half away from things getting very serious. During a media scrum in the locker room after […] The post Bengals’ Andrei Iosivas fires ‘angry’ message at unhinged social media death threats appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NFL rumors: Ravens insider wonders if Bears would trade veteran they just got from Patriots

The Baltimore Ravens are trying to get things in order contract-wise with Lamar Jackson. But other than that, their offseason has gone very well. And a Ravens insider wondered if the Bears would trade a veteran lineman they just got from the Patriots, according to ESPN. “(Center) is the biggest hole on the roster after […] The post NFL rumors: Ravens insider wonders if Bears would trade veteran they just got from Patriots appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Graphic warning: WWE star Roman Reigns suffers bloody injury on RAW

The latest attack by Jacob Fatu after WWE Backlash resulted in Roman Reigns suffering a bloody injury on Monday Night RAW on May 11, 2026. After RAW went off the air, fans noticed that Reigns was being helped to the back while a towel was being held on his elbow by a WWE official. Left […] The post Graphic warning: WWE star Roman Reigns suffers bloody injury on RAW appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers’ 3 best free agent targets to build roster around Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers didn’t have Luka Doncic on the floor during their playoff elimination against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Slovenian superstar suffered a late-season hamstring injury that really derailed Los Angeles’ season. The six-time All-Star whom the Lakers acquired in arguably the biggest fleece in NBA history certainly is the future of the […] The post Lakers’ 3 best free agent targets to build roster around Luka Doncic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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JJ Redick finds ‘darn close’ silver lining despite Lakers’ playoff sweep by Thunder

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers’ season came to an end on Monday night as they were swept out of the Western Conference Semifinals by the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder. The Lakers fanbase has come to expect championship contention each season, and following the team’s sweep by the Thunder, head coach JJ Redick […] The post JJ Redick finds ‘darn close’ silver lining despite Lakers’ playoff sweep by Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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