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The Washington Wizards are no longer wandering aimlessly in the wilderness of the Eastern Conference. After a series of smart, forward-looking moves in the 2025 offseason, there’s finally a direction in D.C. Cam Whitmore looks like a potential two-way star. Tre Johnson, taken No. 6 overall, may end up being the best shooter in his […]

Former lightweight legend Khabib Nurmagomedov has confirmed that his cousin, Umar Nurmagomedov, will be making his highly anticipated return to the Octagon. After a turbulent period that saw Umar lose his UFC bantamweight title to Merab Dvalishvili, fans wondered when or if the Dagestani prodigy would step back under the bright lights. Now, we have […]

Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase only half remembers her experience playing in one of the oldest statewide Asian-American high school tournaments in California, the North South Tournament. “It was like 30 years ago,” Nakase laughed when asked if she recalls any fond memories from when she was invited to play in an All-Star-style […]

If the whispers on the Brooklyn streets are to be believed, New York’s Madison Square Garden is about to host one of the most anticipated showdowns in MMA history. In a move that’s sent shockwaves through the fighting world, former lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov has reportedly let slip that his protégé, Islam Makhachev, will make […]

The calendar might still say August, but there’s already a whiff of trouble in Seattle. Training camp is supposed to be a time for optimism, fresh starts, breakout buzz, and confidence in the season ahead. For the Seahawks, though, an unsettling reality is starting to take shape. With a new head coach, new quarterback, and […]

The Milwaukee Bucks have had a busy offseason. The headlining move was undoubtedly waiving Damian Lillard, who has since made a homecoming to the Portland Trail Blazers. The Bucks proceeded by adding Myles Turner in free agency and have since made multiple moves to consolidate their roster. However, for all the bold maneuvers, the Bucks […]

The Boston Bruins have been one of the most consistent teams in the NHL for well over 15 seasons. However, their record of regular playoff appearances and Stanley Cup contention came to a painful end last season as they finished last in the Atlantic Division. The Bruins are hoping that their poor play last season […]

This offseason has been a rather eventful one for the Los Angeles Lakers. And they may not be done making moves yet. Now that they’ve received extra security for their future after Luka Doncic decided to sign a three-year, $165 million extension to stay until at least the 2027-28 season, they could very well be […]

The Memphis Grizzlies have had a very interesting offseason. Coming off a disappointing 2024-25 season in which they fell off towards the end of the season and, as a result, had to face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round of the 2025 NBA playoffs (in which they were promptly swept), the Grizzlies decided […]

While he’s quick to remind you, WWE Superstar Dominik Mysterio, son of Rey Mysterio, has been around the business for a long time. So, his upcoming SummerSlam match against AJ Styles should be a walk in the park. Five years into his proper in-ring career, Mysterio is walking into WWE’s second-biggest show of the year, […]

The Denver Nuggets had one of the best offseasons in the NBA. The Nuggets swapped out Michael Porter Jr. for Cam Johnson, a player who’s a similarly effective shooter but brings more on defense and as a playmaker. They also signed Tim Hardaway Jr. and Bruce Brown in free agency to take on big roles […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have gone “all in” to build a winner for the 2025 NFL season. Pittsburgh made a number of aggressive moves this offseason, including signing veteran Aaron Rodgers to a one-year contract. The Steelers also traded for CB Jalen Ramsey and TE Jonnu Smith from the Dolphins in exchange for Minkah Fitzpatrick. Now […]

The Houston Texans are ready to take a huge leap forward during the 2025 NFL season. Houston enters the third year of the DeMeco Ryans and C.J. Stroud era under a ton of pressure to get back to the playoffs. The Texans won a weak AFC South division in 2024 and got thumped by the […]

At the 2025 MLB trade deadline, the San Francisco Giants made a move that was both painful and practical, sending longtime outfielder Mike Yastrzemski to the Kansas City Royals in exchange for 21-year-old right-handed pitcher Yunior Marte. While Giants fans may be sad to see the longest-tenured player leave, the front office deserves credit for […]

The Tampa Bay Rays have never been afraid to get creative at the trade deadline, and this year was no exception. With their rotation battered and playoff hopes still alive, the Rays made a shrewd move, acquiring right-hander Adrian Houser from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for infielder Curtis Mead and minor league pitchers […]

The Detroit Tigers made a move at the 2025 trade deadline that feels more like a gamble than a playoff push. In acquiring 41-year-old right-hander Charlie Morton from the Baltimore Orioles, Detroit added postseason experience—but did they actually improve? Detroit is tied for the best record in the American League, and it’s clear they needed […]

When it comes to training camp, Philadelphia Eagles fans are always looking for the next great breakout star. Sometimes, these players show up, show out, and become franchise heroes, with Corey Clement going from RB5 coming out of camp to a key cog in a Super Bowl win. Othertimes, they become a trivia question, with […]

The Houston Astros were one of Major League Baseball’s active teams at the trade deadline. Houston pulled off arguably the biggest deal of the day, reuniting with former All-Star shortstop Carlos Correa. However, the Astros walk away with one regret. Joe Espada will have to rely on Cristian Javier and others instead of San Diego […]

As the Oklahoma City Thunder cleans the last of its proverbial confetti-riddled offseason celebration of winning its first championship in franchise history, many NBA teams have reloaded with the 2025 NBA champions in their crosshairs. After Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt individually honored each Thunder player with their commemorative day throughout July, the Western Conference […]

The Toronto Blue Jays entered the Major League Baseball trade deadline with little to prove. John Schneider has applauded his players for climbing to the top of the American League East. The Blue Jays made one big move on Thursday, though, acquiring Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Shane Bieber. He joins a strong rotation featuring Chris […]

The Tampa Bay Lightning made a couple of serious moves in free agency a year ago when they inked high-scoring left wing Jake Guentzel and also said goodbye to their captain and franchise leading scorer Steven Stamkos. There were no such blockbuster moves this year. However, the Lightning made several moves that should pay off […]

After a quiet few weeks leading up to the 2025 MLB trade deadline, the final 24 hours were an absolute whirlwind. All 30 teams were involved in one trade. Multiple teams, including the San Diego Padres, New York Yankees and Minnesota Twins, made more than three deals. All three of those teams were especially active […]

Many considered the Philadelphia 76ers to be one of the biggest winners of the 2024 NBA offseason when they pulled off the major Paul George signing — making the nine-time All-Star their de facto Tobias Harris replacement. However, George never really got going in a 76ers uniform last season. He injured his knee during preseason […]

One of the biggest disappointments in the 2024-25 NHL season was the Nashville Predators. In the summer of 2024, general manager Barry Trotz attempted to make the team a contender through NHL free agency. It turned into a failure in the 2024-25 season. The team would miss the playoffs for the second time in three […]

After years of walking away as big winners at the Major League Baseball trade deadline, Brandon Gomes was quiet. The Los Angeles Dodgers’ general manager expressed interest in multiple players, including Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan. Unfortunately, Los Angeles did not pull off a big time deal. Instead, they are stuck with Tommy Edman and […]

New EA Sports FC 26 Career Mode Details have arrived, adding new improvements for both Players and Managers. From a new Manager Live System, to new challenges and more, there’s a lot to unpack. Without further ado, let’s take a look at some of the biggest improvements this year. Let’s dive right in! EA Sports […]

The Washington Mystics still have 17 regular-season games left, but they’re clearly better with Aaliyah Edwards (wrist) getting extended run. Washington is 2-0 when Edwards plays 20-plus minutes, and it won both of those contests by multiple possessions. Mystics head coach Sydney Johnson explained the 23-year-old’s importance to the squad after its 93-86 loss to […]

The Miami Marlins were a team to watch at the Major League Baseball trade deadline. However, they were largely quiet when it came to making moves. Miami’s biggest trade came when the team sent Jesus Sanchez to the Houston Astros. Thursday’s inactivity came as a surprise when teams like the Los Angeles Dodgers had interest […]

LOS ANGELES, CA — When Norman Powell was traded in early July, James Harden and the LA Clippers found themselves with a significant hole at the shooting guard position. Losing an efficient 20-point-per-game three-level scorer and one of the league’s best shooters isn’t something that’s easily replaceable, especially for a team with limited assets trying […]

The Miami Dolphins took a huge step back during the 2024 NFL season. Miami’s regular season got off to a rough start, losing QB Tua Tagovailoa to a scary concussion during the second week of the year. Tua eventually returned for the Dolphins, but the damage was already done. Miami only won eight games and […]

The Orlando Magic had a nearly perfect offseason on paper. After dealing with massive injuries in the 2024-25 season, the organization needed more scoring options and depth. The Magic’s offseason moves included a trade for Desmond Bane with the Memphis Grizzlies. After seeing Jalen Suggs go down with a knee injury last season, getting better […]

The New York Knicks are still bouncing back after losing to the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals. Ultimately, they fell short of their NBA Finals goal. The Knicks fired Tom Thibodeau after losing that series. Shockingly, the Knicks’ offseason moves started with the firing of a coach who helped them get to the […]

For a number of years, NBA fans have consistently debated on who the GOAT of basketball is. Currently, the three players in the heated conversation are Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Kobe Bryant. These three superstars have certainly impacted the game like few others. But with the focus on them, it’s easy to overlook other […]

The Washington Commanders are in a difficult situation with their top wide receiver. Terry McLaurin has been in a contract dispute with Washington for the entire 2025 NFL offseason. McLaurin is unhappy with his current contract, which will only pay him $19 million in 2025. The star receiver is so unhappy that he requested a […]

The Los Angeles Clippers have struggled to make a title push despite all their moves over the years. Now, they hope to end that rut. Some believed that this move during the 2025 NBA offseason was the right move. Meanwhile, others believe the Clippers’ offseason moves should have focused on improving their offense. After the […]

The New Jersey Devils made the playoffs for the second time in three seasons. They would fall to the Carolina Hurricanes for the second time in three years as well in 2024-25. While injury issues were a major reason this past season, it was clear the franchise is on the right track to make another […]

The Philadelphia 76ers endured a horrible season, going 24-58 while enduring a plethora of injuries. Overall, everything that could go wrong did go wrong. That is why the 76ers’ offseason moves aimed to fix any of their issues and prevent a future meltdown. Additionally, the goal of the 2025 NBA offseason was to add depth […]

It is officially August, which means we have entered the dog days of the NBA offseason. Even so, there is still plenty to discuss and look forward to with training camps beginning at the start of October. A lot has changed around the league over the last month in trades and free agency, and several […]

The 2025 MLB trade deadline has passed with massive names like Carlos Correa and Eugenio Suarez moving teams. A new version of ClutchPoints’ MLB Power Rankings is here with new faces impacting the list. The New York Yankees re-made their bullpen, the New York Mets added an outfielder, and the Seattle Mariners beefed up their […]