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Marlon Watson talks year one at Fort Valley State, overcoming close losses

In a recent interview on HBCU Gameday’s podcast, The SIAC Sitdown, Fort Valley State head coach Marlon Watson reflected on his first year at the helm of the Wildcats. While Fort Valley State ultimately finished 4-6 under the leadership of Watson, they found themselves competitive in several games against competitive Division II programs. Per Watson, […] The post Marlon Watson talks year one at Fort Valley State, overcoming close losses appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Clippers rumors: ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel makes Kawhi Leonard trade prediction

The Los Angeles Clippers have undergone some drastic changes in recent years. The team boasted an intriguing and talented big three of Paul George, James Harden, and Kawhi Leonard not long ago. George left for the Philadelphia 76ers, though, and Harden was traded this year to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Now, only Leonard remains from that […] The post Clippers rumors: ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel makes Kawhi Leonard trade prediction appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Astros makes slew of roster moves amid Pirates series

The Houston Astros are dealing with some injuries as they play their three-game series with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Therefore, it has forced them to make adjustments. The team has announced some roster moves as they prepare to close out their series with the Pirates. We have made the following roster moves: pic.twitter.com/zlWWulhuOS — Houston Astros […] The post Astros makes slew of roster moves amid Pirates series appeared first on ClutchPoints .

NBA rumors: Thunder, Bulls, Hornets trying to trade up into top 10 of draft

The Oklahoma City Thunder are looking to retool this offseason after a tough Game 7 loss at home to the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals. The good news for the Thunder is that they have plenty of assets at their disposal, including two picks in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft. Recently, ClutchPoints […] The post NBA rumors: Thunder, Bulls, Hornets trying to trade up into top 10 of draft appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Phillies’ Zach Wheeler leads Philly to season sweep of Padres

When the comes to competing for the National League pennant, the Philadelphia Phillies and San Diego Padres are hoping to be two of the strongest contenders. But in the team’s 2026 battles, the Phillies came out on top. With a 6-4 win on Thursday, Philadelphia swept San Diego at home. The same outcome happened when […] The post Phillies’ Zach Wheeler leads Philly to season sweep of Padres appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Clint Dempsey puts World Cup pressure on Cristiano Ronaldo amid Lionel Messi GOAT debate

The FIFA World Cup is around the corner, and everyone is getting ready for all the action, with several stars playing in their last tournament. With all the talk of star players, Clint Dempsey has weighed in on the GOAT debate, talking about Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, according to the Vegas Insider. “I’ll say […] The post Clint Dempsey puts World Cup pressure on Cristiano Ronaldo amid Lionel Messi GOAT debate appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Former HBCU player suffered cardiac arrest; family creates GoFundMe

A former HBCU football player has suffered a cardiac arrest, and his family is raising money to help with recovery. Former Johnson C. Smith football player Darius “DJ” Jones recently suffered a cardiac arrest. Per a report by The Charlotte Observer, the medical emergency with Jones occurred on May 24 as he collapsed after returning […] The post Former HBCU player suffered cardiac arrest; family creates GoFundMe appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Why Orel Hershiser isn’t giving Dodgers’ season grade so far an A

The Los Angeles Dodgers are once again playing a quality brand of baseball this season. The Dodgers are looking to win their third consecutive World Series championship in 2026. However, the ball club also has extremely high expectations. At 40-22 and in first place in the National League West standings, former star pitcher and current […] The post Why Orel Hershiser isn’t giving Dodgers’ season grade so far an A appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Dylan Harper’s brother gets real on dropping Knicks fandom

The San Antonio Spurs gained a fan before the 2026 NBA Finals began. But came at the expense of dropping out of the New York Knicks fanbase for the benefit of Spurs rookie Dylan Harper. Ron Harper Jr. of the Boston Celtics told SportsCenter he needed to let go of his NYK fandom. All to […] The post Dylan Harper’s brother gets real on dropping Knicks fandom appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Oilers’ Darnell Nurse gets scathing review from former coach amid trade rumors

It was a disappointing end to the 2025-26 NHL season for the Edmonton Oilers, who failed to return to the Stanley Cup Final for what would have been the third straight season. Instead, they were eliminated in the Western Conference Quarterfinal by the Anaheim Ducks. Now, Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse is finding himself embroiled in […] The post Oilers’ Darnell Nurse gets scathing review from former coach amid trade rumors appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Warriors rumors: Stephen Curry ready to recruit LeBron James as pursuit gets serious

All-Star Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors are reportedly ready to go all out on their pursuit to land Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James. The Warriors are reportedly an option for James via free agency. While many believe James will end up staying with the Lakers for at least one more season, Curry and […] The post Warriors rumors: Stephen Curry ready to recruit LeBron James as pursuit gets serious appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Texas Southern makes big move towards finding new basketball coach

Following the departure of Johnny Jones, Texas Southern has made a significant step toward hiring its next head coach. According to a report by Kyle T. Mosley of HBCU Legends, the institution has hired DHR Global to facilitate a national search for the next leader of the men’s basketball program. DHR Global is set to facilitate the hiring […] The post Texas Southern makes big move towards finding new basketball coach appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Bulls rumors: Recent NBA Draft workout has executives wondering about a trade

Who the Chicago Bulls will choose in the 2026 NBA Draft remains a mystery. Despite that, projections suggest that Caleb Wilson of North Carolina will be the No.4 pick. Other projections now have Wilson at No.3 and Cameron Boozer at No. 4. However, on Thursday, it was reported that the Bulls hosted a Tuesday workout […] The post Bulls rumors: Recent NBA Draft workout has executives wondering about a trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Knicks’ Josh Hart gets real on playing his role in NBA Finals push

The New York Knicks took Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday night, and Josh Hart’s role helped explain why their formula traveled. The veteran guard did not need scoring volume to shape a 105-95 win vs. the San Antonio Spurs. Hart scored only three points on 1-of-5 shooting, but his fingerprints were everywhere. […] The post Knicks’ Josh Hart gets real on playing his role in NBA Finals push appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Jalen Brunson vs. SGA foul-baiting debate gets Stephon Castle input amid Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals

On Wednesday evening, the New York Knicks went up 1-0 in their NBA Finals series against the San Antonio Spurs on the road. The Knicks got some clutch buckets in this one from Jalen Brunson, who didn’t shoot efficiently but knocked down the shots he needed to in order to get his team the win. […] The post Jalen Brunson vs. SGA foul-baiting debate gets Stephon Castle input amid Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals appeared first on ClutchPoints .

NBA rumors: Heat the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade favorite with Bucks finally ready to pull trigger

The Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes seems to be heating up now, as several teams are ready to put everything on the table to acquire the two-time MVP. The one team that is claimed to be the favorite for Antetokounmpo so far is the Miami Heat, and they’re ready to pull the trade, according to Brett Siegel […] The post NBA rumors: Heat the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade favorite with Bucks finally ready to pull trigger appeared first on ClutchPoints .

1 move 49ers must make to keep up with Rams after Myles Garrett trade

The San Francisco 49ers were one of the NFL’s most impressive teams a season ago. San Francisco went surprisingly far in the playoffs despite dealing with multiple major injuries to important players. If the 49ers can get healthy in 2026, there’s legitimate reason to believe they could compete for a Super Bowl. But everything changed […] The post 1 move 49ers must make to keep up with Rams after Myles Garrett trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Why Micah Parsons already has his eyes on Packers’ Week 14 matchup with Bills

The Green Bay Packers are preparing for the upcoming 2026-27 season with the hopes of finding a more successful campaign after an early exit from the playoffs last year. While the club right now is focused on OTAs and getting ready for training camp, Micah Parsons already has the Week 14 matchup against the Buffalo […] The post Why Micah Parsons already has his eyes on Packers’ Week 14 matchup with Bills appeared first on ClutchPoints .

SWAC announces game changing strategic partnership for SWAC TV

The Southwestern Athletic Conference has entered a partnership that could be game-changing for the conference. Per a statement by the SWAC, SWAC TV is joining Mercurius Media Capital as a strategic limited partner, allowing the ad inventory of the free streaming platform owned by the conference to be turned into capital for the companies that […] The post SWAC announces game changing strategic partnership for SWAC TV appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Thunder rumors: Cason Wallace gets $108 million new contract prediction from cap expert

On the heels of losing Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals to the San Antonio Spurs, Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti is expected to make difficult decisions this offseason, including a potential contract extension for Cason Wallace. After earning All-Defensive Second Team honors following a breakout campaign, Wallace is eligible for a contract […] The post Thunder rumors: Cason Wallace gets $108 million new contract prediction from cap expert appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Scottie Scheffler starts Memorial 3-peat bid with electric par save from bunker

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler is on a mission to start the 2026 Memorial Tournament in Dublin, Ohio. Scheffler has one win on the PGA Tour this season, back at the American Express, and is hoping to win yet again for the third time in a row at Muirfield Village. Paired alongside Aaron Rai, Scheffler […] The post Scottie Scheffler starts Memorial 3-peat bid with electric par save from bunker appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Cubs’ perfect trade offer for Red Sox’s Aroldis Chapman

The Chicago Cubs have dealt with no shortage of pitching injuries this season. While the rotation has been hit especially hard, the bullpen could use some help as well. The Cubs will be linked to starters such as Tarik Skubal ahead of the MLB trade deadline, but they could also acquire a star reliever such […] The post Cubs’ perfect trade offer for Red Sox’s Aroldis Chapman appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Rosters revealed for Minority Prospects HBCU All-Star games

The sixth annual edition of the Minority Prospects HBCU All-Star Game is set to take place on Friday, June 5th, and Saturday, June 6, in Charlotte, North Carolina. The showcase brings together several of the best HBCU baseball and softball players across the nation. It showcases their talent while also putting potential MLB prospects in […] The post Rosters revealed for Minority Prospects HBCU All-Star games appeared first on ClutchPoints .

MLB

Maja Chwalinska makes French Open history going from qualifier to tournament finals

Maja Chwalinska continued her historic run to become the second women’s qualifier, and the first at Roland Garros, to reach a Grand Slam final. She was able to defeat left-hander Diana Schnaider for a 7-6 (4), 6-4 win. “She is first qualifier in history to reach the Roland Garros final. A statement that most people […] The post Maja Chwalinska makes French Open history going from qualifier to tournament finals appeared first on ClutchPoints .

NBA rumors: The Michigan star whose draft stock is skyrocketing into lottery

Winning pays, and the Michigan Wolverines basketball team is proving that. The Wolverines went into March Madness with three first-round NBA Draft prospects, but all of Aday Mara, Yaxel Lendeborg, and Morez Johnson Jr. were viewed as mid-to-late first-rounders, and not clear-cut lottery guys. Now, it seems as though all three have a chance to […] The post NBA rumors: The Michigan star whose draft stock is skyrocketing into lottery appeared first on ClutchPoints .