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Lakers’ LeBron James could retire after this year, according to Draymond Green

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers will look to eliminate the Houston Rockets in Game 5 of their first-round series at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday via a gentleman’s sweep. James will aim to bounce back after his mediocre showing in their loss in Game 4, wherein he only had 10 points on 2-of-9 field […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James could retire after this year, according to Draymond Green appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Raiders bold predictions for 2026 NFL Draft class during rookie season

The Las Vegas Raiders have had an eventful draft season. Of course, with the first overall pick, the Raiders’ draft season was always going to be heavily watched by fans and analysts. However, it’s also worth noting that Las Vegas’ draft haul isn’t just about the quality of players, but also the quantity. The Raiders […] The post Raiders bold predictions for 2026 NFL Draft class during rookie season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jalen Brunson’s mom gets surprise shoutout from Knicks’ Mike Brown after Game 5 win

The New York Knicks occasionally draw criticism for playing too much isolation basketball, with Jalen Brunson frequently finding himself battling defenders deep into possessions before getting off a jumper or drive at the last second. They will likely require a bit more offensive variety in order to capture the Eastern Conference throne, but Brunson’s excellence […] The post Jalen Brunson’s mom gets surprise shoutout from Knicks’ Mike Brown after Game 5 win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers’ Joel Embiid sends huge message to Celtics with confident claim after Game 5

Joel Embiid looked dominant in his second game back from an emergency appendectomy, carrying the Philadelphia 76ers past the Boston Celtics, 113-97, in Game 5 at TD Garden on Tuesday to stay alive in their first-round series in the playoffs. Embiid toyed with every defense thrown at him by the Celtics. He finished with 33 […] The post 76ers’ Joel Embiid sends huge message to Celtics with confident claim after Game 5 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks’ OG Anunoby gets ‘special player’ props from teammate after Game 5 win over Hawks

OG Anunoby has always been a menace on defense ever since he entered the NBA in 2017. But over the years, he has also developed his scoring, making him one of the most efficient two-way players in the league. His versatility was on full display on Tuesday, as he helped the New York Knicks destroy […] The post Knicks’ OG Anunoby gets ‘special player’ props from teammate after Game 5 win over Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ Dylan Harper reaches Kawhi Leonard territory in Blazers closeout

To draft Dylan Harper or not to: this was the question the San Antonio Spurs faced during the 2025 NBA Draft. Their lottery pick in 2024 in Stephon Castle was coming off a Rookie of the Year season, and they just gave De’Aaron Fox a huge contract extension. This meant that they would be bringing […] The post Spurs’ Dylan Harper reaches Kawhi Leonard territory in Blazers closeout appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks’ Jose Alvarado reveals ‘amazing’ reaction to MSG chanting his name

The New York Knicks have already had a lot of ups and downs in these NBA playoffs, as they quickly fell into a 2-1 hole in their first round series against the Atlanta Hawks. They have quickly recovered, however, putting together strong performances in Games 4 and 5 to take a 3-2 series lead heading […] The post Knicks’ Jose Alvarado reveals ‘amazing’ reaction to MSG chanting his name appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox shows love to Stephen Curry amid Victor Wembanyama praise

De’Aaron Fox, after toiling away on a mediocre Sacramento Kings team for most of his career, is finally getting another chance to show what he can do on the grand postseason stage. On Tuesday night, Fox shone for the Spurs in winning time, making a few clutch buckets to keep the Portland Trail Blazers at […] The post Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox shows love to Stephen Curry amid Victor Wembanyama praise appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rams rookie from 2026 NFL Draft class who will make biggest impact in Year 1

The Rams rookie from the 2026 NFL Draft class who will make the biggest impact in Year 1 isn’t the surprise quarterback. Sure, all eyes naturally gravitate toward Ty Simpson as possibly the future of the franchise. However, the present belongs to Max Klare. He is the versatile tight end poised to become Sean McVay’s […] The post Rams rookie from 2026 NFL Draft class who will make biggest impact in Year 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Royals’ Vinnie Pasquantino exits Athletics showdown with back injury

A brutal beginning to the season somehow just got even worse for Vinnie Pasquantino. The Kansas City Royals first baseman exited Tuesday’s 4-1 extra-innings road victory against the Athletics with low back tightness, according to the team. Fans are already waiting for him to ignite, and a potential injury could delay a Pasquatch breakthrough even […] The post Royals’ Vinnie Pasquantino exits Athletics showdown with back injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Is Franz Wagner playing tonight? Magic vs. Pistons 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 5 injury report

The Orlando Magic will attempt to complete a stunning first-round upset of the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday. They could be without star forward Franz Wagner during the Game 5 matchup. Wagner is questionable on Wednesday after exiting Monday’s Game 4 win due to a right calf injury. He underwent an MRI that revealed a low-grade […] The post Is Franz Wagner playing tonight? Magic vs. Pistons 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 5 injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2 Celtics most to blame for disappointing Game 5 loss to 76ers

The Boston Celtics built a double-digit second-half lead in Game 5 and lost it. An 113–97 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on their home floor not only squandered a chance to close out the series but also shifted pressure squarely back onto Boston heading into a pivotal Game 6. After building a double-digit lead in […] The post 2 Celtics most to blame for disappointing Game 5 loss to 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks’ Jalen Brunson weighs in on latest round of CJ McCollum drama

CJ McCollum has quickly become public enemy number one in the collective eyes of the New York Knicks fanbase. The Atlanta Hawks guard not only stole Games 2 and 3 from the Knicks with herculean performances in the clutch, he’s also now kicked Jalen Brunson in the midsection twice this series — the first time […] The post Knicks’ Jalen Brunson weighs in on latest round of CJ McCollum drama appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Titans rookie from 2026 NFL Draft class who will make biggest impact in Year 1

The Tennessee Titans didn’t just pick a wide receiver at No. 4 in the the 2026 NFL Draft. They drafted a solution to an identity crisis. In a league driven by explosive plays and vertical stress, the Titans declared that they are done playing small. The Titans rookie who will make the biggest impact in […] The post Titans rookie from 2026 NFL Draft class who will make biggest impact in Year 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Is Austin Reaves playing tonight? Lakers vs. Rockets 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 5 injury report

The Los Angeles Lakers will attempt to close out the Houston Rockets during Game 5 of their first-round series on Wednesday. They could welcome back star guard Austin Reaves during the matchup. Reaves is questionable on Wednesday after missing the first four games of the series due to a muscle strain in his left oblique. […] The post Is Austin Reaves playing tonight? Lakers vs. Rockets 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 5 injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama makes playoff history not seen since Hakeem Olajuwon

The San Antonio Spurs suffered a minor scare in the first round against the Portland Trail Blazers when Victor Wembanyama went down with a concussion during a Game 2 loss. Wembanyama missed Game 3, but the Spurs were still able to regain control of the series with a win. Now, thankfully for San Antonio, Wembanyama […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama makes playoff history not seen since Hakeem Olajuwon appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama gets ‘perfect’ compliment from Shaq

Victor Wembanyama has proven to be every bit the difference maker he is for the San Antonio Spurs in his first taste of playoff action. In Game 5, Wembanyama may have taken a backseat to De’Aaron Fox on the offensive end, with Fox keeping the Portland Trail Blazers at bay en route to their 114-95 […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama gets ‘perfect’ compliment from Shaq appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Even Victor Wembanyama’s dad was impressed by spike block on Deni Avdija in Spurs’ series win

Legend has it that Deni Avdija is still looking for the ball. The San Antonio Spurs advanced to the second round of the playoffs on Tuesday after walloping the Portland Trail Blazers, 114-95, in Game 5 at Frost Bank Center to win their first-round series, 4-1. Once again, Victor Wembanyama did damage on both ends. Just […] The post Even Victor Wembanyama’s dad was impressed by spike block on Deni Avdija in Spurs’ series win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Yankees’ Cam Schlittler reminds Jazz Chisholm Jr. of Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodon

Welcome to the Cam Schlittler show, baby! The 2025 MLB playoffs were the introduction of the star pitcher to the MLB world. Now playing in his first full season in the league, the New York Yankees sophomore pitcher is breaking out as one of the best players on the mound. What makes Schlittler so good? […] The post Why Yankees’ Cam Schlittler reminds Jazz Chisholm Jr. of Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodon appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Are Spurs too young? Stephon Castle ‘doesn’t care’

After having to go through the eye of the needle just to overcome the Portland Trail Blazers in Games 3 and 4 to take a 3-1 series lead, the San Antonio Spurs won Game 5 in dominant, wire-to-wire fashion, 114-95, to punch their ticket to the second round of the NBA playoffs. This Spurs team […] The post Are Spurs too young? Stephon Castle ‘doesn’t care’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla reveals message to locker room after ugly Game 5 loss to 76ers

Joe Mazzulla is rarely flustered following a loss, and Tuesday night was no different. The 2023-24 NBA champion and 2025-26 Coach of the Year finalist maintained his usual stoic demeanor after the Boston Celtics’ 113-97 home defeat versus the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 5 of their first-round playoffs matchup. He does not believe the C’s […] The post Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla reveals message to locker room after ugly Game 5 loss to 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns’ Gatorade saga continues after Game 5 win over Hawks

The New York Knicks secured a commanding 126–97 victory over the Atlanta Hawks in Game 5 on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden, taking a 3–2 lead in the series. The win reflected a complete performance, with New York controlling the tempo from the opening tip. The Knicks executed efficiently on both ends of the […] The post Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns’ Gatorade saga continues after Game 5 win over Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers’ Nick Nurse saw ‘different confidence’ in surprise Game 5 hero

The Philadelphia 76ers live to see another day, as they staved off elimination in Game 5 of their first-round matchup against the Boston Celtics with an emphatic 113-97 victory. The majority of the headlines will be focusing on Joel Embiid and his masterful second-half performance that had the Celtics defense scrambling for answers, but the […] The post 76ers’ Nick Nurse saw ‘different confidence’ in surprise Game 5 hero appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama, De’Aaron Fox breeze by Blazers in Game 5 to win series

The San Antonio Spurs are through to the conference semifinals after beating the Portland Trail Blazers, 114-95, in Game 5 of their first-round series at Frost Bank Center on Tuesday. The Spurs won the last three games to eliminate the Trail Blazers and advance to the second round for the first time since 2017. Victor […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama, De’Aaron Fox breeze by Blazers in Game 5 to win series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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