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The San Diego Padres, who had a record-tying month with their four-run plus comebacks, got a brutal taste of their medicine on Sunday as their bullpen collapsed in a 12-7 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks in the Mexico City Series finale at Alfredo Harp Helu Stadium. After building a 7-1 lead through six innings, San […] The post Padres get brutal taste of own medicine amid bullpen meltdown appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Parenting is hard, as tennis icon Serena Williams recently learned with one of her daughters. She shared her recent learning experience on X, formerly Twitter, with her fans. Williams recalled asking her daughter to go to bed. Naturally, her kid did not want to, and in turn, “she missed out on her sleep over.” This […] The post Serena Williams learned discipline is ‘important’ with kids the hard way appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Jacksonville Jaguars did not follow the crowd during the 2026 NFL Draft. Jacksonville made some unpopular picks during the draft and has already received plenty of criticism in the media. The critics are out in full force as analysts begin compiling draft grades after an exciting weekend of action. The Athletic’s Dane Brugler ranked […] The post Expert ranks Jaguars’ draft class as worst in NFL appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Fans of the Houston Rockets were deeply concerned when it was announced that Kevin Durant would miss Game 4 against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday due to a sprained ankle. The Rockets were in a win-or-go-home situation, and they needed Durant, their best player, to suit up. Fortunately, multiple players stepped up, as Houston […] The post Rockets’ Ime Udoka shares Kevin Durant injury update for Game 5 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers will have to wait a few more days before eliminating the Houston Rockets after they lost in Game 4, 115-96, of their first-round series in the playoffs at Toyota Center on Sunday. The Lakers still hold a comfortable lead, 3-1. History is on the side of the Purple […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James goes off on ‘uncalled for’ move late in Game 4 loss to Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown has hired prominent agent David Mulugheta ahead of the 2026 NFL season, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Sunday. Overshown joins a client list that already includes George Pickens and former Cowboys pass rusher Micah Parsons, who was traded to the Green Bay Packers after contract tensions. A third-round pick in the […] The post Cowboys’ DeMarvion Overshown hires Micah Parsons, George Pickens’ agent appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The New York Mets designated veteran outfielder Tommy Pham for assignment immediately after being swept in a doubleheader by the Colorado Rockies on Sunday. The Mets managed just one run across both games (3-1 and 3-0 losses) and have now scored one run or fewer in 10 of their first 28 contests this season. Pham’s […] The post Mets designate veteran for assignment following sweep vs. Rockies appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Los Angeles Lakers failed to take care of business in Game 4 on Sunday, bowing to the Houston Rockets, 115-96, at Toyota Center. The Lakers were gunning for a sweep of their first-round series, but the Rockets lived to see another day. The Lakers struggled to recover after being outscored in the third quarter, […] The post Lakers’ Adou Thiero gets ejected after heated moment late in blowout loss to Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Pittsburgh Steelers just behaved like a franchise refusing to drift into mediocrity. During the 2026 NFL Draft, Pittsburgh made its intentions crystal clear early. They wanted to reinforce the trenches, add explosive weaponry, and quietly prepare for the future under center. Even after the sting of a near-miss in the first round, the Steelers […] The post Steelers’ 2026 NFL Draft Grades For Every Pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Amen Thompson was showered with applause on Sunday after leading the Houston Rockets past the Los Angeles Lakers, 115-96, in Game 4 of their first-round series in the playoffs at Toyota Center. Thompson was impressive on both ends of the floor, displaying his energy, relentlessness, and athleticism to stay alive in the best-of-seven matchup. He […] The post Alperen Sengun’s pregame move that gave Rockets a boost in Game 4 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Edmonton Oilers were defeated by the Anaheim Ducks in Game 4 on Sunday night. As a result, Anaheim has now taken a 3-1 series lead. This was a very back-and-forth game that made for entertaining viewing. However, the contest ended with some major controversy. Ducks forward Ryan Poehling attempted a pass in overtime. The […] The post Oilers’ Mattias Ekholm sounds off on controversial Game 4 ending vs. Ducks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
There must be some very complicated feelings swirling around in the Bay Area at the moment as they’re witnessing Jonathan Kuminga seemingly start to figure it out after getting a change of scenery in the form of a midseason trade to the Atlanta Hawks. The Golden State Warriors and Kuminga had reached a point of […] The post Kendrick Perkins wants ‘somebody’ from Warriors fired over Jonathan Kuminga appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Los Angeles Lakers could not complete a sweep of the Houston Rockets after getting trounced in Game 4 on Sunday, 115-96, of their first-round series in the playoffs at Toyota Center. The Lakers looked lethargic in the third quarter, giving up 34 points. It allowed the Rockets, who were in a do-or-die situation, to […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James goes 12 years before brutal Game 4 setback appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Tampa Bay Lightning needed a win in Game 4 after falling behind 2-1 against the Montreal Canadiens. Montreal defeated Tampa in overtime in Game 3, the third straight overtime game in this matchup. Game 4 did not need overtime, and Nikita Kucherov helped the Lightning even the series. Kucherov recorded two assists in the […] The post Brandon Hagel’s confident Nikita Kucherov claim after Game 4 win appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Joel Embiid underwent appendectomy on the ninth of April, putting his status for the start of the postseason in doubt for the Philadelphia 76ers. Embiid did miss the 76ers’ first four postseason games — their play-in triumph over the Orlando Magic and the first three games of their first-round series against the Boston Celtics — […] The post 76ers’ Joel Embiid reveals complications after emergency surgery appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Green Bay Packers did not have a prominent position in this year’s NFL Draft. They did not have a first-round pick, as that selection went to the Dallas Cowboys as part of the trade that brought them Micah Parsons shortly before the start of the 2025 season. That was fine with general manager Brian […] The post Packers’ 2026 NFL Draft Grades For Every Pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Anaheim Ducks entered Game 4 with a 2-1 series lead, and a chance to push the Edmonton Oilers to the brink. It was a very close encounter between these two teams. In the end, they needed overtime. After a lengthy review, Ryan Poehling emerged as Anaheim’s overtime winner. Poehling carried the puck along the […] The post Ducks win chaotic Game 4, take 3-1 lead over Oilers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Houston Rockets staved off elimination on Sunday after walloping the Los Angeles Lakers, 115-96, in Game 4 of their first-round series in the playoffs at Toyota Center. The Rockets leaned on their strong performance in the third quarter, outscoring the Lakers, 34-18, to run away with the victory and avoid a sweep. Amen Thompson […] The post Amen Thompson’s insane athleticism leaves Luke Kennard with no chance in Rockets-Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Montreal Canadiens took a 2-1 series lead into Game 4 against the Tampa Bay Lightning. A win on home ice would have given the Canadiens a major advantage heading into Game 5 back in Tampa. However, Martin St. Louis watched as his team let the game slip away, with many players watching it from […] The post Canadiens’ Martin St. Louis addresses penalty issues in Game 4 Lightning loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The New York Knicks won Game 4 against the Atlanta Hawks in convincing fashion. They got a great game from Karl-Anthony Towns, who played flawlessly. Jalen Brunson played a smart game, not forcing the issue. And everyone else did essentially what you’d expect them to do. Now, the Knicks look to return to New York […] The post Knicks’ Game 4 masterpiece vs. Hawks gives them a very good chance of going up 3-2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is in the middle of an inspiring comeback from an Achilles injury he suffered in last season’s playoffs. Since his quick return, he has been a man on a mission, eager to bounce back and help the Celtics reclaim the throne. It looked like his life crumbled when he was […] The post Celtics’ Jayson Tatum shares uplifting message for injured Donte DiVincenzo appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Portland Trail Blazers struck fear into the San Antonio Spurs twice with big leads. But now hit infamous NBA Playoffs history after falling to San Antonio 114-93. Worse for Portland? The Blazers could easily be up 3-1 had it not been for back-to-back squandered leads. That leads into where the blame lies for Portland […] The post Blazers most to blame for epic Game 4 collapse vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Houston Rockets were fighting for their lives as they hosted the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4 of their first-round matchup in the playoffs at Toyota Center on Sunday. The Rockets could not afford to lose after dropping the first three games, including a heartbreaker in Game 3 on Friday. Tension built up in […] The post Rockets’ Kevin Durant waves goodbye to ex-teammate Deandre Ayton after ejection appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Things have gone from bad to worse for the Los Angeles Lakers in their first attempt at closing out their first-round matchup against the Houston Rockets. The Rockets have built upon their nine-point lead at the halftime intermission and pushed it deep into double digits. And with the Lakers floundering, the Rockets’ aggressiveness and desperation […] The post Lakers’ Deandre Ayton ejected from Game 4 after flagrant 2 foul on Alperen Sengun appeared first on ClutchPoints.
