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3 best Isaiah Joe trade destinations as Thunder look to dump salary
The harsh reality of championship contention is that success eventually comes with a bill. For the Oklahoma City Thunder, that invoice is about to arrive in full. After building one of the league’s deepest rosters, general manager Sam Presti now faces the difficult task of keeping it all together. Unfortunately, difficult decisions are unavoidable. One […] The post 3 best Isaiah Joe trade destinations as Thunder look to dump salary appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Cavs’ Koby Altman doubles down on NBA title hopes with Donovan Mitchell front and center
Eligible for a contract extension on July 7, Cleveland Cavaliers All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell is highly coveted by the organization. With one year and a player option left on his current deal, Cavs president Koby Altman was asked about his status and a potential agreement, whether this summer or next offseason. “Donovan has been steadfast […] The post Cavs’ Koby Altman doubles down on NBA title hopes with Donovan Mitchell front and center appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Patriots’ Mike Vrabel gets loud ovation at Drake Maye’s celebrity softball game
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye took over Polar Park on Sunday for the inaugural “Mayeday” Celebrity Softball Classic, and the Worcester crowd brought the energy. While the charity event featured plenty of big plays and laughs, the loudest moment of the afternoon came before the first pitch even crossed the plate. When Patriots head […] The post Patriots’ Mike Vrabel gets loud ovation at Drake Maye’s celebrity softball game appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Tigers’ AJ Hinch gets real on pulling Keider Montero early vs White Sox
Maybe the Detroit Tigers would have arrested their losing skid on Sunday if manager AJ Hinch had just allowed starter Keider Montero to keep going a little longer on the mound. Montero had an incredible start for the Tigers in the series finale against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, Illinois, […] The post Tigers’ AJ Hinch gets real on pulling Keider Montero early vs White Sox appeared first on ClutchPoints .
3 Victor Wembanyama bold predictions for first Spurs NBA Finals trip vs. Knicks
With the 2026 NBA Finals now set, all eyes will be on the city of San Antonio and the mecca of basketball New York City. Both storied franchises earned their right to challenge for the Larry O’Brien trophy, but only one team will emerge victorious. Ahead of the exciting matchup, we’ll be making bold predictions […] The post 3 Victor Wembanyama bold predictions for first Spurs NBA Finals trip vs. Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Wings’ Arike Ogunbowale keeps it real on Commissioner’s Cup money prize
The Dallas Wings will open the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup on Monday as they host the Seattle Storm at College Park Center. The Wings will gun for their third straight win, while the Storm will try to stop a two-game losing streak. The Wings did not have success in last year’s edition of the in-season tournament. […] The post Wings’ Arike Ogunbowale keeps it real on Commissioner’s Cup money prize appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Ex-Sixth Man of the Year calls out Thunder fans over WCF loss excuse
There will be a new NBA champion in the 2025-26 season after the San Antonio Spurs successfully dethroned Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder in the grueling Western Conference Finals series. There are reasons why the Thunder fell prey to Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs. Among the chief ones are the injuries to Ajay […] The post Ex-Sixth Man of the Year calls out Thunder fans over WCF loss excuse appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Thunder’s Jaylin Williams issues strong response to ‘other Jalen Williams’ label
The Oklahoma City Thunder needed to navigate without Jalen Williams due to his NBA injury. Williams watched the San Antonio Spurs finish off OKC Saturday. But the Thunder also rolled with Jaylin Williams, better known as the “other Jalen Williams.” Yet that Williams turned to Sunday to set the record straight about the label. He […] The post Thunder’s Jaylin Williams issues strong response to ‘other Jalen Williams’ label appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Skip Bayless called out over false report on Fever firing Stephanie White
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever will look to arrest their two-game skid when they host the Atlanta Dream at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Thursday. The Fever are coming off a loss to the Portland Fire, 100-84, at Moda Center on Saturday, with Clark being limited to a season-low six points on 1-of-7 shooting. Before that, […] The post Skip Bayless called out over false report on Fever firing Stephanie White appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Aces’ Becky Hammon makes eye-opening take on Jackie Young after Valkyries game
Becky Hammon expressed her full support of Jackie Young’s talents following the latter’s performance in the Las Vegas Aces’ win over the Golden State Valkyries on Sunday evening. Young is going through the eighth year of her WNBA career, all with the Aces. The 2019 first overall pick made her way up the ranks as […] The post Aces’ Becky Hammon makes eye-opening take on Jackie Young after Valkyries game appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Natalie Nakase points to gameplan execution after A’ja Wilson dismantles Valkyries
SAN FRANCISCO– For the first time all season, the Golden State Valkyries looked helpless, falling to the Las Vegas Aces 91-81 at home. And that tends to happen more often than not when you run up against A’Ja Wilson, as the four-time MVP completely dismantled the Golden State defense on her way to 28 points, […] The post Natalie Nakase points to gameplan execution after A’ja Wilson dismantles Valkyries appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Thunder’s Isaiah Hartenstein shares true feelings on Knicks reaching NBA Finals
Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein may have fallen short of winning a second straight ring after losing to the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals, but he will still surely remain invested in the NBA Finals. The Spurs will battle Hartenstein’s former team, the New York Knicks, in a rematch of the […] The post Thunder’s Isaiah Hartenstein shares true feelings on Knicks reaching NBA Finals appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Raiders’ potential 2026 breakout star after strong OTAs showing
The Las Vegas Raiders kicked off their 2026 NFL offseason in the middle of May, with mandatory minicamp starting on June 9. Needing as much time as they can get with a new coaching staff and revamped roster, their organized team activities (OTAs) have begun to show which players could make a major impact this […] The post Raiders’ potential 2026 breakout star after strong OTAs showing appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Steelers’ potential 2026 breakout star after strong OTAs showing
The Mike McCarthy-Aaron Rodgers reunion tour has one final leg to it, as the Pittsburgh Steelers are employing both former Green Bay Packers for the 2026 NFL season. With McCarthy stepping back into coaching and Rodgers suiting up for one final season, it remains to be seen how the nostalgia tour translates to wins and […] The post Steelers’ potential 2026 breakout star after strong OTAs showing appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Alex Caruso reveals honest outlook on ‘marriage’ with Thunder after WCF exit
Veteran guard Alex Caruso reflected on his first two seasons with the Oklahoma City Thunder as he enters the offseason following a Game 7 loss in the Western Conference Finals to the San Antonio Spurs. After Shai Gilgeous-Alexander discussed failing to win Game 7 and the disappointment that comes with it, during the Thunder’s exit […] The post Alex Caruso reveals honest outlook on ‘marriage’ with Thunder after WCF exit appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Thunder’s Jared McCain shares heartfelt message on embracing OKC
The Oklahoma City Thunder are picking up the debris from the San Antonio Spurs destroying their repeat pursuit. That includes Jared McCain sitting in a reflective state. McCain, though, chose to embrace the city that he’s come to love. He handed his roses to “Loud City” while addressing reporters Sunday. “Everywhere I’ve gone, they’re always […] The post Thunder’s Jared McCain shares heartfelt message on embracing OKC appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Thunder’s Chet Holmgren admits obvious issue in brutal Game 7 performance
Chet Holmgren is fully aware of his struggles throughout the Western Conference Finals, especially in the Oklahoma City Thunder’s Game 7 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday night. Holmgren completed his fourth year in the NBA, standing out as one of the best two-way centers in the league. However, he faced a tall […] The post Thunder’s Chet Holmgren admits obvious issue in brutal Game 7 performance appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shares major ‘unicorn’ label for Jalen Williams
Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander doesn’t take his teammate, Jalen Williams, who missed most of the 2025-26 campaign, for granted. After the San Antonio Spurs elminated the Thunder in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals, Gilgeous-Alexander reflected on the detrimental loss of Williams amidst the defending champions’ deep playoff run. With Williams survivng […] The post Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shares major ‘unicorn’ label for Jalen Williams appeared first on...
Aaron Judge gets 100% real about Yankees historic inning vs. Athletics
The New York Yankees beat the Athletics 13-8 on Sunday in historic fashion. The Bombers put up all 13 of their runs in the third inning, the first team to have a dominant inning like that and score 0 runs the rest of the game. After the game, Yankees captain Aaron Judge spoke about the […] The post Aaron Judge gets 100% real about Yankees historic inning vs. Athletics appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Thunder’s Jalen Williams makes head-turning claim about Spurs series outcome
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams believes he could have altered the result of the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs. After the Thunder lost Game 7 to the Spurs, Williams didn’t hold back on how things could have played out throughout the best-of-7 series had he been healthy enough to play. Williams, […] The post Thunder’s Jalen Williams makes head-turning claim about Spurs series outcome appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Dodgers’ Max Muncy on verge of breaking all-time record after HR vs. Phillies
The Los Angeles Dodgers came away with a dominant 9-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday. Helping their cause was a 431-foot home run from Max Muncy. The blast came in the eighth inning when Los Angeles was already well on their way to victory. Still, Muncy’s slam puts him on the verge of […] The post Dodgers’ Max Muncy on verge of breaking all-time record after HR vs. Phillies appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Bill Simmons rips Nuggets approach on Peyton Watson contract
The Denver Nuggets are facing a challenging offseason following their disappointing Game 6 playoff loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2025-26 campaign. The team struggled without several key rotation players, particularly athletic wing Peyton Watson, who missed the entire postseason due to injury. Watson will soon enter restricted free agency, and his market value […] The post Bill Simmons rips Nuggets approach on Peyton Watson contract appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Yankees’ unreal inning leads to never-before-seen AL feat
The New York Yankees beat the Athletics 13-8 on Sunday to take the series in Sacramento. Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento has been hitter-friendly since the A’s moved there, but Sunday was historic. The Yankees scored all 13 of their runs in the 3rd inning, making American League history in the process. Yankees are […] The post Yankees’ unreal inning leads to never-before-seen AL feat appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Ole Miss’s big recruiting day continues with 4-star LB
Ole Miss football has landed three four-star talents in less than 24 hours. But its second on Sunday after pulling in Miguel Whitley away from LSU. This time linebacker Jeremiah Culpepper adds to the growing 2027 College Football Recruiting class. Culpepper turns down two Southeastern Conference powers too for the Rebels: Tennessee and Auburn. The […] The post Ole Miss’s big recruiting day continues with 4-star LB appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Pirates’ Konnor Griffin IL move comes with encouraging Ryan O’Hearn update
Pittsburgh Pirates star rookie Konnor Griffin is currently dealing with a right elbow strain. On Sunday, the Pirates officially placed Griffin on the 10-day injured list. However, first baseman/outfielder Ryan O’Hearn was activated from the IL in a corresponding move. The Pirates also announced that right-handed pitcher Carmen Mlodzinski was placed on the restricted list […] The post Pirates’ Konnor Griffin IL move comes with encouraging Ryan O’Hearn update appeared first on ClutchPoints .