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How USMNT’s fatal World Cup flaw can be fixed before facing Paraguay

Mauricio Pochettino probably already knows eight names that will appear on the United States men’s national team’s (USMNT) lineup card when the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins against Paraguay. Christian Pulisic and the eventual keeper are going to be on the list, obviously. So will Folarin Balogun or Ricardo Pepi. Tyler Adams and Weston McKennie […] The post How USMNT’s fatal World Cup flaw can be fixed before facing Paraguay appeared first on ClutchPoints .

‘Mr. Bing Bong’ adds himself to list of celebrities at NBA Finals Game 1 after Knicks snub

The New York Knicks opened the NBA Finals with a hard-fought Game 1 win over the San Antonio Spurs, and plenty of celebrities witnessed the action from inside Frost Bank Center. The NBA later shared a list of notable attendees, featuring a mix of sports legends, entertainers, and prominent public figures. Among those recognized were […] The post ‘Mr. Bing Bong’ adds himself to list of celebrities at NBA Finals Game 1 after Knicks snub appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Steve Yzerman getting crushed by Red Wings fans after Dylan Larkin trade request

The Detroit Red Wings were inside the playoff structure for the large majority of the 2025-26 season. However, when the season resumed following the Olympic break in February, the Red Wings went on a long losing skein and their playoff position disappeared. The disappointing finish meant that the Red Wings had had not appeared in […] The post Steve Yzerman getting crushed by Red Wings fans after Dylan Larkin trade request appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Phillies broadcaster rips Padres’ effort after embarrassing season sweep

The Philadelphia Phillies have beaten the San Diego Padres in all six games this season as they continue to just absolutely dominate that ballclub. This one-sided affair began in 2022 when the Padres and Phillies met in the NLCS. Since Game 3 of that series, Philly has won what seems like every game since. The […] The post Phillies broadcaster rips Padres’ effort after embarrassing season sweep appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Giants’ Drew Gilbert makes insane home run robbery on Brewers’ Andrew Vaughn

The San Francisco Giants earned a big 12-9 win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday. Thanks to an offensive onslaught early in the contest, followed by six runs scored in the top of the seventh, San Francisco took a rather commanding lead. The team made some impressive plays on defense as well, with outfielder Drew […] The post Giants’ Drew Gilbert makes insane home run robbery on Brewers’ Andrew Vaughn appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Orel Hershiser gives Dodgers’ Dave Roberts his flowers with ‘run through a wall’ admission

The Los Angeles Dodgers own three World Series titles since 2020 with manager Dave Roberts. LA created a championship model that Roberts vehemently defended amid criticism. Even Dodgers legend Orel Hershiser has embraced the coaching on display. Hershiser made a “run through a wall” take when praising Roberts’ leadership Thursday while appearing on the Dodgers […] The post Orel Hershiser gives Dodgers’ Dave Roberts his flowers with ‘run through a wall’ admission appeared first on ClutchPoint...

Mets’ Luis Robert Jr. injury update means he’s not close to returning

The New York Mets are not having a good season, and the injury to Luis Robert Jr. has compounded things. Now, the news got worse, and it seems like he might not be anywhere close to a return, according to Chelsea Janes of SNY. “Luis Robert Jr. has not even begun baseball activities, so write […] The post Mets’ Luis Robert Jr. injury update means he’s not close to returning appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Lakers rumors: ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel names 4 intriguing draft targets

The Los Angeles Lakers have a few things to figure out with their roster this offseason, and the first order of business is what they’ll do in the NBA Draft. Even with the 25th pick, the Lakers should still have a load of talent to choose from, with this being one of the deeper drafts […] The post Lakers rumors: ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel names 4 intriguing draft targets appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Lauren Betts, historically young Mystics won’t use age as excuse

The Washington Mystics entered Tuesday’s home game against the Chicago Sky with an unfamiliar disadvantage, as star guard/forward Sonia Citron (foot) was ruled out for the first time since they drafted her No. 3 overall in 2025. Additionally, they became the youngest team in WNBA history when they waived 32-year-old rookie Alex Wilson before the […] The post Lauren Betts, historically young Mystics won’t use age as excuse appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Clint Dempsey gives ‘brave’ advice to Christian Pulisic that’s exactly what he needs to hear

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is just a week away. Already, the anticipation is palpable as to what the USMNT will do. Moreover, there is growing anticipation as to how midfielder Christian Pulisic will perform. He is coming off a strong showing in a tune-up match against Senegal on May 31. The USMNT won 3-2. […] The post Clint Dempsey gives ‘brave’ advice to Christian Pulisic that’s exactly what he needs to hear appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Diamondbacks make bullpen changes after Brandon Pfaadt’s poor performance

It’s been a year to forget for former starting pitcher Brandon Pfaadt. The Arizona Diamondbacks are set to complete a series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, and ahead of the series finale, the Diamondbacks have optioned Pfaadt to Triple-A Reno after Wednesday night’s contest. Other corresponding moves were all bullpen-related. LHP Philip Abner and RHP […] The post Diamondbacks make bullpen changes after Brandon Pfaadt’s poor performance appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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 .