The Los Angeles Lakers came into the 2026 NBA Draft with only one pick at No. 25 in the first round. But they managed to grab a second round pick at No. 56, but when they were unable to move up and their reported target gone, they traded the pick to the Dallas Mavericks. But […] The post Lakers land Vanderbilt UDFA forward on two-way NBA contract appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The NBA is always full of surprises. After the NBA Draft has ended, a bombshell report has come out from Shams Charania. During his appearance on ESPN, the insider reported that the Charlotte Hornets are fielding many offers for star point guard LaMelo Ball. While Ball intends to stay in Charlotte, Shams says that with […] The post Shams drops wild LaMelo Ball, Hornets trade development amid NBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Heading into the 2026 NBA draft, the Atlanta Hawks had several positions of need. Though they feature several talented players and show the strength of their current roster by taking the eventual NBA champion New York Knicks to six games in the first round, guard playmaking and frontcourt depth were top of mind for Hawks […] The post Hawks 2026 NBA Draft grades for every pick appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Philadelphia Phillies got off to a brutal start this year that could have scuttled the team’s hopes to play postseason baseball and challenge the Los Angeles Dodgers, Milwaukee Brewers and Atlanta Braves for National League superiority. However, just when it seemed the Phillies had dug a hole that was too deep to escape, the […] The post 2 sneaky Phillies’ 2026 MLB trade deadline targets to chase appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The New York Knicks channeled trade mode during the two-day 2026 NBA Draft. New York sent two selections to the Houston Rockets. The champs then sent their 53rd pick to the Detroit Pistons, who landed a potential Isaiah Stewart replacement. Ugonna Onyenso ensured a short tenure with the NBA Finals winner. ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett […] The post Pistons add potential Isaiah Stewart replacement with Knicks draft trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
BROOKLYN — Tuesday night reminded Washington Wizards fans why they stuck through so many years of pain. The Wizards selected star BYU forward AJ Dybantsa No. 1 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft, and they now have the long-term alpha they’ve missed since the John Wall era. The 19-year-old explained to ClutchPoints on Tuesday how […] The post Wizards’ AJ Dybantsa makes Trae Young promise after going No. 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints .
At this point, it feels like it’s a matter of when Ja Morant gets traded, not if. The Memphis Grizzlies star has had a falling out with his team over the last few years, but it all came to a head in the 2025-26 season. After a string of incidents between Morant and the team, […] The post Brian Windhorst shuts door on Ja Morant with Grizzlies during NBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints .
After quite a bit of wheeling and dealing that saw them trade multiple picks this way and that way, the New York Knicks finally landed on the No. 47 overall pick in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft, which they used on Vanderbilt forward Tyler Nickel. And count sports media personality Skip Bayless […] The post Skip Bayless reveals why Tyler Nickel is the steal of the 2nd round appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Two months after Dianna Russini resigned from her role at The Athletic, a new report reveals how much she made at the New York Times-owned company. Russini resigned from her role as a reporter and senior NFL insider for the publication back in April, and in a June 24 New York Times report, reveals that […] The post Dianna Russini salary revealed prior to Mike Vrabel scandal appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Braxton Ashcraft had quite a night for the Pittsburgh Pirates on the mound on Wednesday. The right-handed pitcher put together an impressive performance in his start versus the Seattle Mariners at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, as he tossed for six innings and allowed just an earned run on five hits, while striking out a total […] The post Braxton Ashcraft joins Paul Skenes, Gerrit Cole in Pirates history appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been arrested in Florida on multiple felony charges, as first reported by Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press. Arnold’s arrest is in connection with a robbery and kidnapping back in February. Arnold had previously denied any connection to this incident. “We are aware of the legal situation regarding […] The post Lions’ Terrion Arnold faces life in prison after arrest for robbery, kidnapping appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The 2026 NBA Draft has concluded, but that does not mean teams are done making moves just yet. In fact, the first few hours after the second round of the NBA Draft are usually the busiest due to teams and agents scrambling to find two-way contract spots and undrafted free agent roster spots, primarily for […] The post 2026 NBA Draft: Tracking where the top undrafted free agents sign appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Baba Miller highlighted his connection to Luka Doncic shortly after the Los Angeles Clippers selected him in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft on Wednesday night. The Clippers took the 6-foot-11 Spanish forward out of Cincinnati with the No. 36 overall pick, adding a versatile frontcourt prospect with Real Madrid roots. The NBA […] The post Clippers rookie Baba Miller reveals serious Luka Doncic fandom after 2nd round selection appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday made an unexpected move, acquiring Isaiah Stewart in a trade with the Detroit Pistons in exchange for three future second-round picks. Stewart must be a seamless fit for the Grizzlies, especially with their physicality and ruggedness. He can also be a veteran presence to the young core. Stewart, who was […] The post Bill Simmons has perfect reaction to Isaiah Stewart being traded to Grizzlies appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Atlanta Hawks had two first round picks in the 2026 NBA Draft at No. 8 which they used on Houston guard Kingston Flemings, and at No. 23 which they used on St. John’s big man Zuby Ejiofor. The Hawks then moved up into the second round of the draft, acquiring the No. 52 pick […] The post Hawks end Henri Veesaar’s NBA Draft slide at pick No. 52 appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Following a hit performance at NPR’s Tiny Desk in honor of Black Music Month, Fred Hammond is set to get another big stage at a huge HBCU event this fall. Hammond is set to perform at The Gospel Explosion during the 2026 Gulf Coast Challenge weekend. Hammond’s performance highlights the opening night of a weekend […] The post Fred Hammond to perform at Gospel Explosion during 2026 Gulf Coast Challenge appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Washington Commanders defensive end Odafe Oweh now has another professional athlete in the family. His younger brother, Otega Oweh, was selected by the Oklahoma City Thunder with the No. 41 overall pick in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft on Wednesday night. The Thunder acquired the selection after trading down from No. 37. […] The post Commanders DE Odafe Oweh’s brother selected in 2026 NBA Draft by Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Jalen Hurts is supporting his teammates on and off the field. The Philadelphia Eagles quarterback attended DeVonta Smith’s Disney World wedding to Mya Danielle on June 13 at the Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort. Hurts attended alongside his wife, Bry Burrows, whom he tied the knot with last year, and other […] The post Jalen Hurts line dances at DeVonta Smith’s Disney World wedding appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Dallas Wings have been one of the better teams in the WNBA this season after being at the bottom of the standings last year. A big reason why the Wings have been as good as they have in 2026 is because of the continued development of star guard Paige Bueckers, who has a plan […] The post Paige Bueckers hilariously reveals adjustment to avoid techs appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Indiana Fever star point guard Caitlin Clark was unable to finish Wednesday night’s 111-109 loss at the hands of the Phoenix Mercury in a rematch after suffering an apparent upper-body injury. The Fever announced that the former Iowa Hawkeyes star was done for the rest of the evening with a back injury, which she seemed […] The post Caitlin Clark exits Fever-Mercury clash with back injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The future is looking bright for the Washington Wizards with the arrival of AJ Dybantsa. As expected, the Wizards took Dybantsa as the top overall pick of the NBA Draft on Tuesday, adding another blue-chip talent to the roster. Experts are very high on Dybantsa, touting him as a three-level scorer and a franchise-altering rookie. […] The post Wizards’ AJ Dybantsa sends major message to Washington on LinkedIn appeared first on ClutchPoints .
AJ Dybantsa is wasting no time embracing the nation’s capital. Just days after the Washington Wizards made him the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the rookie forward turned up courtside for the Washington Mystics’ WNBA matchup against the Minnesota Lynx. The 19-year-old is already showing love to his new city, and […] The post Wizards’ AJ Dybantsa catches Mystics-Lynx game courtside after NBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Texas Tech football is turning the page after the Brendan Sorsby fallout. Now the Red Raiders filled his roster spot with another College Football Transfer Portal addition. But this one coming with All-American honors in tow via the Division II ranks. Pittsburgh State safety Jordan Rogers is heading to Lubbock, with college football insider for […] The post Division 2 All-American picks Texas Tech in transfer portal appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The San Diego Padres may soon add needed pitching help as the NL West race moves closer to July, with German Marquez nearing a return to the rotation after nearly two months away. Marquez has been sidelined since May 3 with right forearm nerve irritation, but his rehab assignment with Triple-A El Paso has put […] The post Padres may receive pitching boost soon amid Dodgers chase in NL West appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Penn State added another defensive back to its 2027 recruiting class on Wednesday, as three-star cornerback Dhillon McGee announced his commitment to the Nittany Lions over fellow finalists SMU and Texas. McGee, a top prospect from the Dallas-area, becomes the 22nd member of Penn State’s 2027 class and the third cornerback commitment alongside Kei’Shjuan Telfair […] The post 2027 CB picks Penn State over SMU, Texas appeared first on ClutchPoints .