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Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola gets Greg Maddux treatment from Don Mattingly after finally finding groove

The Philadelphia Phillies have seen their fair share of struggles this year. Aaron Nola has not been immune to joining in on the disappointing effort so far this year. Nola took to the mound Monday and pitched a gem. It was the best start of the year for Nola, who went six innings, scattering five […] The post Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola gets Greg Maddux treatment from Don Mattingly after finally finding groove appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Royals announce new starter vs. Guardians amid Noah Cameron injury

The Kansas City Royals are preparing for the second contest of a four-game series against the Cleveland Guardians on Tuesday night. Kansas City earned an impressive 6-2 win against the Guardians on Monday to begin the series. At 16-19, the Royals are now just 1.5 games behind the 18-18 Guardians and Detroit Tigers for first […] The post Royals announce new starter vs. Guardians amid Noah Cameron injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rajon Rondo among 4 finalists for Pelicans head coaching job, with 1 wild card still out there

The New Orleans Pelicans are closing in on their next head coach. After firing Willie Green and spending most of the season with James Borrego as interim head coach, the Pelicans have narrowed their coaching search down to four finalists, according to the Athletic’s Sam Amick. Milwaukee Bucks assistant Darvin Ham, Brooklyn Nets assistant Steve […] The post Rajon Rondo among 4 finalists for Pelicans head coaching job, with 1 wild card still out there appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA insider declares Timberwolves’ fearless Wemby strategy the key to upsetting Spurs in Game 1

The Minnesota Timberwolves opened their second-round series with a 104-102 win over the San Antonio Spurs, and a fearless approach against Victor Wembanyama proved decisive. Chris Hine of the Minnesota Star Tribune pointed to Minnesota’s mentality as the defining factor, highlighting a sequence that captured the Timberwolves’ approach. In the fourth quarter, Terrence Shannon Jr. […] The post NBA insider declares Timberwolves’ fearless Wemby strategy the key to upsetting Spurs in Game 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2026 NBA Draft Big Board 1.0: Where top 100 rank before lottery selection

It is officially draft season in the NBA. With just about seven weeks until the 2026 NBA Draft, it’s time for a look at our first Big Board 1.0 here at ClutchPoints, which is headlined by AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, and Cameron Boozer in a stacked draft class. With the NBA Draft Lottery less than […] The post 2026 NBA Draft Big Board 1.0: Where top 100 rank before lottery selection appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bulls rumors: The GM push Chicago will make after hiring Bryson Graham

The Chicago Bulls are beginning anew from a front-office standpoint. On Monday, the team hired former Atlanta Hawks executive Bryson Graham as their new Executive VP of Basketball Operations. Meanwhile, they are still searching for a new coach and a new general manager. Apparently, the latter is where they want to drastically change course, per […] The post Bulls rumors: The GM push Chicago will make after hiring Bryson Graham appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Falcons rumors: Insider makes demand with $135 million Drake London contract prediction

The Atlanta Falcons made some solid moves in the 2026 NFL Draft despite not having a first-round pick. Atlanta reunited brothers Aveion and AJ Terrell with their top selection. One Falcons insider argued that the team’s next big move should be a contract extension for their top pass catcher. The Athletic’s Josh Kendall urged the […] The post Falcons rumors: Insider makes demand with $135 million Drake London contract prediction appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Timberwolves star Anthony ‘Wolverine’ Edwards’ trainer drops shocking revelation on miracle injury return

The Minnesota Timberwolves received a major boost in Game 1 of their second-round series, as Anthony Edwards made an unexpected return from injury in a 104-102 win over the San Antonio Spurs — a comeback that even his inner circle did not anticipate. Edwards, who has earned the nickname “Wolverine” for his ability to recover […] The post Timberwolves star Anthony ‘Wolverine’ Edwards’ trainer drops shocking revelation on miracle injury return appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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JR Smith knocked down by mob of Knicks fans during raucous celebration outside MSG

It’s safe to say that New York fans were thrilled after their team’s Game 1 win over the Philadelphia 76ers, and fans mobbed former Knicks star JR Smith outside of Madison Square Garden (MSG) in a scary moment during the otherwise celebratory moment. A video has surfaced online of Smith leaving the venue after the […] The post JR Smith knocked down by mob of Knicks fans during raucous celebration outside MSG appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What Dodgers’ Kyle Tucker said about winning in contentious return to Houston

The Los Angeles Dodgers picked up another win on Monday, by defeating the Houston Astros 8-3. It was a return of sorts for Dodgers slugger Kyle Tucker, who used to play for Houston. After hearing boos from Houston fans, Tucker addressed his team’s hitting postgame. “We had a lot of good at-bats today and got […] The post What Dodgers’ Kyle Tucker said about winning in contentious return to Houston appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Red Sox’s No. 1 prospect drowned in mystery ‘concoction’ after finally getting 1st win

The Boston Red Sox have continued to struggle this year. The Sox have sustained multiple injuries to their pitching staff, including to Ranger Surarez, Garrett Crochet, Kutter Crawford, and Sonny Gray. The injuries to many major parts of the rotation have opened the door for the Red Sox’s top prospect to make some starts at […] The post Red Sox’s No. 1 prospect drowned in mystery ‘concoction’ after finally getting 1st win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Michael Conforto’s 1st HR is walk-off to extend Cubs’ winning streak not seen since 2008

The Chicago Cubs defeated the Cincinnati Reds by a final score of 5-4 on Tuesday night. Veteran Michael Conforto came through with a clutch walk-off home run to give Chicago the win. The Cubs and Reds played a competitive game, but Conforto stole the show with his first home run of the 2026 season. The […] The post Michael Conforto’s 1st HR is walk-off to extend Cubs’ winning streak not seen since 2008 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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3 best Cam Johnson trade destinations as Nuggets look to shake up roster

The Denver Nuggets are obviously no strangers to pressure. They have overcome it before, but this offseason feels different. This time, they are confronting uncomfortable truths. A team once viewed as a model of continuity now finds itself forced to reconcile identity with evolution. The Western Conference has grown faster, longer, and more physically imposing. […] The post 3 best Cam Johnson trade destinations as Nuggets look to shake up roster appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What Ducks coach Joel Quenneville said about Game 1 loss vs. Golden Knights

For the second straight time, the Anaheim Ducks will be playing from behind after losing 3-1 to the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 1 of their Western Conference second-round series at T-Mobile Arena on Monday night. It was a tight contest from start to finish, with the Knights holding a 1-0 lead for most of […] The post What Ducks coach Joel Quenneville said about Game 1 loss vs. Golden Knights appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The 16-year-old Pelicans keepsake Bryson Graham keeps on phone to remind him of wild NBA journey

A day after the Chicago Bulls hired Bryson Graham, the Executive VP of Basketball Operations, more is starting to be known about him. Sports columnist Rod Walker of The Times-Picayune in Louisiana shed light on Graham’s mindset. He said that Graham keeps an old photo of him unloading boxes on his first official day with […] The post The 16-year-old Pelicans keepsake Bryson Graham keeps on phone to remind him of wild NBA journey appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chiefs’ GM declares Patrick Mahomes ‘way ahead of schedule,’ but there’s 1 big ‘challenge’

The Kansas City Chiefs are entering a crucial offseason following a disappointing 2025 season, which saw them miss the playoffs entirely. A key factor in their potential rebound is the recovery of quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who suffered a torn ACL late last year. In an effort to strengthen their roster, the team announced the signing […] The post Chiefs’ GM declares Patrick Mahomes ‘way ahead of schedule,’ but there’s 1 big ‘challenge’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani won’t hit again when he takes mound vs. Astros

The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to face the Houston Astros on Tuesday night in their second game of a three-game set. Shohei Ohtani will take the mound for the game, but for the second straight start, Ohtani will not hit for the Dodgers. Now, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is addressing why Ohtani, who was […] The post Why Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani won’t hit again when he takes mound vs. Astros appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks star OG Anunoby’s stats since Anne Hathaway’s shoutout are insane

Ever since he received a shoutout from Anne Hathaway on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, New York Knicks star OG Anunoby has stepped up in the playoffs, and his stats are ridiculous. Hathaway appeared on The Tonight Show on Thursday, Apr. 30, 2026, the same day as the Knicks’ Game 6 win over the […] The post Knicks star OG Anunoby’s stats since Anne Hathaway’s shoutout are insane appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Phillies’ Bryce Harper says quiet part out loud about Rob Thomson firing

The Philadelphia Phillies have dealt with a good amount of turbulence during the 2026 season. Philadelphia fired manager Rob Thomson, following a bad start. Phillies star Bryce Harper is speaking out about Thomson’s firing. “I think we were all just waiting for that ball to drop, waiting for something to happen,” Harper said, per MLB.com, […] The post Phillies’ Bryce Harper says quiet part out loud about Rob Thomson firing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Patriots take 1 of biggest tumbles in ESPN power rankings after offseason activity

The New England Patriots have had a tough 2026 offseason. New England started the offseason reeling after losing Super Bowl 60 and the situation has only gotten worse. The Patriots are already starting to lose some of their shine after making the Super Bowl last season. ESPN’s NFL Nation reporters ranked every team in the […] The post Patriots take 1 of biggest tumbles in ESPN power rankings after offseason activity appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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UConn WBB news: Geno Auriemma goes full NSFW on controversial Final Four behavior

UConn women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma said he regrets how he handled the final seconds of the Huskies’ Final Four loss to South Carolina, acknowledging that his postgame behavior overshadowed the end of his team’s season. A little more than a month after South Carolina’s 62-48 win over UConn in Phoenix, Auriemma reflected on the […] The post UConn WBB news: Geno Auriemma goes full NSFW on controversial Final Four behavior appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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All L’Jarius Sneed criminal charges dismissed. Now will any team sign him?

Five months ago, the NFL community was shaken by the news that L’Jarius Sneed had been indicted following an incident in Texas in December 2024. A grand jury in Carrollton indicted the veteran cornerback on a misdemeanor charge of failing to report a felony. The allegations stemmed from a shooting at an exotic car dealership, […] The post All L’Jarius Sneed criminal charges dismissed. Now will any team sign him? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What Cathy Engelbert said about Tina Charles’ retirement from WNBA

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert praised Tina Charles’ career and impact on the league after the veteran forward announced her retirement from the WNBA following a 14-year career. Charles announced her retirement Tuesday, closing one of the most accomplished careers in league history. Engelbert issued a statement the same day, recognizing Charles’ achievements on and off […] The post What Cathy Engelbert said about Tina Charles’ retirement from WNBA appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The bet LeBron James wouldn’t have made when joining Lakers

At the age of 41, LeBron James remains on top of his game. It was he who led the Los Angeles Lakers past the Houston Rockets in the first round. Now they face the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Semifinals beginning on Tuesday night. Still, the concept of James still being […] The post The bet LeBron James wouldn’t have made when joining Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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