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Caitlin Clark calls off Chicken Little doomers after Fever win vs Dream
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever have been in the WNBA spotlight for different reasons than usual lately. Between the struggles on the court that led to their 4-4 record going into Thursday’s matchup with the soaring Atlanta Dream and the apparent drama off the court, the Fever have been feeling the heat from the […] The post Caitlin Clark calls off Chicken Little doomers after Fever win vs Dream appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Charles Barkley believes Jalen Brunson is 3 Knicks wins away from legendary status
New York Knicks All-Star Jalen Brunson is three wins away from attaining the one goal Hall of Fame forward Charles Barkley never achieved during his career — an NBA championship. Brunson led the Knicks to victory in Game 1, extending New York’s postgame winning streak to 10 while taking a 1-0 lead against the San […] The post Charles Barkley believes Jalen Brunson is 3 Knicks wins away from legendary status appeared first on ClutchPoints .
NBA Finals Game 1 ratings hit record highs not seen since LeBron James vs. Stephen Curry
Adam Silver has probably not stopped grinning since the 2026 NBA Finals matchup became official. That is unlikely to change following the latest television ratings. Wednesday night’s Game 1 clash between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs averaged 16.93 million viewers on ABC, which is 90 percent up from last year’s series-opening showdown, […] The post NBA Finals Game 1 ratings hit record highs not seen since LeBron James vs. Stephen Curry appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Why Garrett Crochet roster move won’t impact potential injury return date for Red Sox
The Boston Red Sox have been sputtering for the majority of the 2026 season, and their latest move with star pitcher Garrett Crochet indicates that their one-step-forward, two-steps-back approach is not going to change any time soon. Crochet has been moved to the 60-day Injured List. It was originally thought that Crochet would be out […] The post Why Garrett Crochet roster move won’t impact potential injury return date for Red Sox appeared first on ClutchPoints .
4-star QB picks Georgia over UCLA, Arkansas
Georgia football claimed one College Football Recruiting win five days ago against LSU. But Georgia added a four-star with LSU ties Friday after nabbing three-star offensive lineman DJ Dotson. Plus this quarterback turns down Southeastern Conference rival Arkansas and UCLA for the Bulldogs. Colton Nussmeier of Ryan High in Denton, Texas, younger brother of former […] The post 4-star QB picks Georgia over UCLA, Arkansas appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Spencer Schwellenbach injury update could impact Braves’ trade deadline plans
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach is currently recovering from an elbow injury. While the Braves have performed well despite his injury absence, Atlanta would obviously love for the starter to join the rotation this season. However, manager Walt Weiss reportedly said Schwellenbach is not close to returning at the moment, according to Mark Bowman […] The post Spencer Schwellenbach injury update could impact Braves’ trade deadline plans appeared first on ClutchPoints .
How Victor Wembanyama ‘positioned himself’ to be NBA’s best player, per Insider
These NBA playoffs have been a coming out party for Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. After years of bringing in young talent through the NBA Draft, the Spurs put together a strong young core with good glue-guy role players and solid veterans to balance out the roster. Game 6 and 7 of the […] The post How Victor Wembanyama ‘positioned himself’ to be NBA’s best player, per Insider appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Rory McIlroy gives insane Masters take amid Memorial comparison
Rory McIlroy moved himself from a future Hall of Fame golfer to a true legend with his back-to-back wins at The Masters. He has now won six majors during his illustrious career and earned himself the right to make jokes that others cannot. That was on full display following Thursday’s opening round of Jack Nicklaus’ […] The post Rory McIlroy gives insane Masters take amid Memorial comparison appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Stephen A. Smith sends message to Donald Trump ahead of Finals appearance
As President Donald Trump prepares to attend a New York Knicks NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden, ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith has already made his feelings clear. Speaking ahead of Game 3, Smith urged Trump to stay away from the arena, insisting his stance had nothing to do with politics. “He’s coming to […] The post Stephen A. Smith sends message to Donald Trump ahead of Finals appearance appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Cardinals’ Oliver Marmol shares crucial JJ Wetherholt injury update before Reds game
The St. Louis Cardinals are set to play the Cincinnati Reds on Friday. Rookie JJ Wetherholt has played a crucial role in the Cardinals’ success this season. Despite being in a rebuild, the Cardinals have upset expectations. Wetherholt, however, is not playing on Friday due to a groin injury. There’s a chance he may not […] The post Cardinals’ Oliver Marmol shares crucial JJ Wetherholt injury update before Reds game appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Golden Knights most to blame after Stanley Cup Final Game 2 loss
The Carolina Hurricanes were in more than a little bit of trouble. They had suffered a fairly shocking defeat to the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final and were trailing 2-0 in Game 2 with less than 10 minutes left in the third period. The normally raucous crowd at the […] The post Golden Knights most to blame after Stanley Cup Final Game 2 loss appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Kawhi Leonard, Uncle Dennis interviewed by NBA over Aspiration investigation
The LA Clippers have been under investigation since September over allegations of salary cap circumvention through green banking Aspiration. That investigation took the next step in its process recently with a few important interviews. According to ESPN’s Baxter Holmes, the law firm handling the investigation, Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, interviewed Clippers star Kawhi Leonard, […] The post Kawhi Leonard, Uncle Dennis interviewed by NBA over Aspiration investigation appeared first on Clu...
Max Muncy to miss Dodgers-Angels clash after scary collision with Ildemaro Vargas
The Los Angeles Dodgers watched Max Muncy leave in agony following a violent collision against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Muncy collided with Ildemaro Vargas at first base during the Thursday night contest. Now Muncy and the Dodgers received this Friday update amid his MLB Injury. Muncy will not be out on the field, with MLB insider/columnist […] The post Max Muncy to miss Dodgers-Angels clash after scary collision with Ildemaro Vargas appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Brian Windhorst sends Knicks’ Jalen Brunson warning before Game 2
The New York Knicks are looking to take a commanding 2-0 lead against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 2, and they showed in Game 1 that they can do it on the back of Jalen Brunson. The Knicks’ guard walked down the Spurs in the final minutes of Game 1, despite not having the […] The post Brian Windhorst sends Knicks’ Jalen Brunson warning before Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Knicks’ Jalen Brunson is outperforming Michael Jordan in 4th quarter playoff play
Jalen Brunson had a rough shooting night overall in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, but the face of the New York Knicks came through when it mattered most, just as he always seems to do. Brunson scored 13 points in the fourth quarter, helping his squad power past the home-team San Antonio Spurs for […] The post Knicks’ Jalen Brunson is outperforming Michael Jordan in 4th quarter playoff play appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Clutch Scoops: Giannis trade imminent? Steph Curry recruiting LeBron to Warriors? Latest NBA trade, draft intel
Make sure to subscribe to Clutch Scoops on YouTube and follow @ClutchPoints on X so you don’t miss the weekly live show with all the latest NBA intel every Thursday afternoon. The 2026 NBA Finals are in full swing, but the main focus around the league is on the potential movement of Giannis Antetokounmpo and […] The post Clutch Scoops: Giannis trade imminent? Steph Curry recruiting LeBron to Warriors? Latest NBA trade, draft intel appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Has Karl-Anthony Towns silenced the haters? Chandler Parsons weighs in
Karl-Anthony Towns raised his game another level for the NBA Finals. The New York Knicks watched him expose the San Antonio Spurs with pouring 18 points inside in Game 1. KAT’s finals debut prompted a fierce take from Chandler Parsons. Appearing on Run it Back on FanDuel TV, Parsons believes that Towns has shut the […] The post Has Karl-Anthony Towns silenced the haters? Chandler Parsons weighs in appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Jose Altuve gives Astros massive boost with unexpected early injury return
The Houston Astros have dealt with injuries throughout the season, with one of them being to Jose Altuve, who had a left oblique strain. Many thought that Altuve would be out for an extended period of time, but in an unexpected turn of events, he’s set to return on Friday night, according to Chandler Rome […] The post Jose Altuve gives Astros massive boost with unexpected early injury return appeared first on ClutchPoints .
3 Yankees with most pressure to fill void left by Aaron Judge injury
The New York Yankees have upgraded their lineup over the last couple of years, but apprehension still pervades the fan base whenever Aaron Judge suffers an injury scare. While there is bound to be concern when the best hitter in the world goes down, a big-market club that boasts a regular October presence should inspire […] The post 3 Yankees with most pressure to fill void left by Aaron Judge injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Ex-Twins starter reporting to Blue Jays after trade
The Toronto Blue Jays begin a three-game series against the Baltimore Orioles on Friday. Before first pitch, Toronto brought in some extra pitching reinforcements. Right-handed pitcher Simeon Woods Richardson has reported to the team. In turn, fellow righty Chad Dallas has been optioned to Triple-A, the franchise announced. The Blue Jays recently acquired Woods Richardson […] The post Ex-Twins starter reporting to Blue Jays after trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Donald Trump reacts to $8,000 tickets for Game 3 of NBA Finals
The New York Knicks are back in the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999 and have a very real chance to win their first NBA Championship since 1973. That means there’s a plethora of interest in attending their games against the San Antonio Spurs, especially those at the world famous Madison Square Garden. […] The post Donald Trump reacts to $8,000 tickets for Game 3 of NBA Finals appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Charles Barkley believes Knicks will sweep Spurs, but there’s a catch
The New York Knicks are looking to take a commanding 2-0 series lead over the San Antonio Spurs with Game 2 of the NBA Finals tipping off on Friday. And if you ask former NBA star Charles Barkley, if the Knicks succeed in doing so, this series will be over. During a recent appearance on […] The post Charles Barkley believes Knicks will sweep Spurs, but there’s a catch appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Stephen Curry’s latest heartwarming gesture surprises young fan with down syndrome
Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry has always used his powers for good, whether that’s helping his team win games or serving his community off the court. In Curry’s latest heartwarming gesture, he sent a special video to one of his young fans from Minneapolis. Twelve-year-old Wyatt Neus, who has Down syndrome, recently went viral […] The post Stephen Curry’s latest heartwarming gesture surprises young fan with down syndrome appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Inside the Hurricanes’ ‘Tarps Off’ prompt that changed Stanley Cup Final Game 2
The Carolina Hurricanes won Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final in overtime on Thursday thanks to Seth Jarvis’ winner. They were down 2-0 into the third period before a furious comeback to force the extra frame. The Jumbotron pushed the Hurricanes fans to participate in the ‘Tarps Off’ trend, which sent the Lenovo Center […] The post Inside the Hurricanes’ ‘Tarps Off’ prompt that changed Stanley Cup Final Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints .
George Kittle drops ‘very fast’ impression on key 49ers newcomer
The San Francisco 49ers pivoted to gaining help for running back Christian McCaffrey in the NFL Draft. Yet grabbing Kaelon Black from Indiana so early caught most fans by surprise, believing he had more Day 3 value. All-Pro tight end George Kittle, however, dropped a “very fast” first impression of the rookie. Kittle raved about […] The post George Kittle drops ‘very fast’ impression on key 49ers newcomer appeared first on ClutchPoints .