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Fans, media, and players alike are all over the board on where Kobe Bryant ranks all time. There are those out there (myself included) who rank him as a top three or four player in NBA history. Others have him outside of the top 10. For example, a viral clip has shown Jason Williams questioning […]

Robert Kraft and the New England Patriots got their man, hiring Mike Vrabel to become their next head coach on Sunday. While a lot more needs to happen this offseason, hiring Mayo is a strong step in the right direction for the Patriots. The former Tennessee Titans head coach had four winning seasons in his […]

Hello friends, and welcome back to Bracketology at ClutchPoints, where this week in addition to taking a look at an updated set of bracket projections, we’re going to spend a little time asking — but definitely not answering — ten big questions about the Big Ten Conference. Let’s get to it! -So, why are we […]

The Seattle Seahawks enter the 2025 NFL offseason with measured optimism and a focus on strengthening their roster. Led by head coach Mike Macdonald and general manager John Schneider, the team faces pivotal free agency decisions. With the right moves, the Seahawks have the potential to establish themselves as genuine Super Bowl contenders. Reflecting on […]

The Cleveland Guardians have not added many free agents this offseason but that does not mean they can’t shop in the bargain bin. After making the ALCS last year, they don’t have far to go to compete in the American League again. While they added Carlos Santana to play first base, there are more holes […]

The Indianapolis Colts approach the 2025 offseason at a critical crossroads. After another season of inconsistent performances and missed playoff aspirations, the team is poised to make impactful moves. With a dedicated fanbase eager for a resurgence and a roster anchored by rising stars like quarterback Anthony Richardson and wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr, the […]

It’s looking like the 2024-25 season is shaping up to be quite the season for the Cleveland Cavaliers; after two seasons of being a middle of the pack playoff team in the Eastern Conference, the Cavs have blossomed into the league’s preeminent powerhouse, boasting a record of 33-5 record at the time of writing. The […]

The NFL Playoffs ensue this weekend, but the Dallas Cowboys aren’t part of the action. Ending their season with two consecutive losses, the team concluded their campaign with a 7-10 record and third-place finish in the NFC East. For the first time in four seasons, they failed to make the postseason —  an occurrence that […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have drawn a critical eye from the entire NBA fanbase for their ill-advised decision-making over the offseason. In the name of prioritizing the franchise’s long-term financial health, the Timberwolves decided to trade franchise cornerstone Karl-Anthony Towns, whose supermax contract was set to kick in, to the New York Knicks in exchange for […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars enter the 2025 offseason with both urgency and a prime opportunity to overhaul their roster. After enduring another grueling NFL season, general manager Trent Baalke should address glaring roster weaknesses to construct a more competitive team. Armed with cap space, a fresh perspective, and a keen awareness of their shortcomings, the Jaguars […]

The 2025 NFL offseason has officially begun. This is going to be a very crucial period for the Las Vegas Raiders. They will seek to overhaul their roster and redefine their identity. With significant gaps at multiple positions, the Raiders have a prime opportunity to utilize free agency to expedite their path back to relevance. […]

The San Antonio Spurs will face the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday after the game was originally postponed last Friday due to the LA fires. It will be a showdown at Crypto as we continue our NBA odds series and make a Spurs-Lakers prediction and pick. The Lakers lead the head-to-head series 97-93. Ultimately, the […]

The Los Angeles Kings will travel to Western Canada for a showdown with the Edmonton Oilers. It will be a Western Conference playoff rematch as we share our NHL odds series and make a Kings-Oilers prediction and pick. The Kings are 37-36 in the past 73 regular-season games against the Oilers. Specifically, it will be […]

The Memphis Grizzlies will battle the Houston Rockets on Monday. It will be a potential Western Conference playoff preview as we share our NBA odds series and make a Grizzlies-Rockets prediction and pick. The Rockets lead a head-to-head series 69-47. It will be the third meeting this season between the Grizzlies and Rockets. The Rockets […]

The Detroit Pistons will battle the New York Knicks on Monday in Manhattan. It will be a showdown at Madison Square Garden as we continue our NBA odds series and make a Pistons-Knicks prediction and pick. The Knicks lead the head-to-head series 222-177. So far, the Pistons and Knicks have split two games this season. The […]

As the NFL offseason gets underway, the Cleveland Browns face a critical juncture in their journey. After a disastrous 2024 campaign, the team must leverage free agency to address its glaring weaknesses. They need to reestablish themselves as a competitive force. With a strong core in place but clear areas of need, this offseason provides […]

With January already near the halfway mark, the start of MLB Spring Training 2025 draws closer and closer. As pitchers and catchers report, the hot stove simmers and teams are still searching for ways to improve their major league rosters. Based on last year’s results, the Los Angeles Dodgers are the team to beat. Entering […]

Notre Dame (14-1) has a lot to be proud of as it prepares to play in the National Championship game against Ohio State (13-2). The Fighting Irish have been on a roll under head coach Marcus Freeman, winning 13 games in a row since suffering a September upset against Northern Illinois. Their latest win came […]

We’re back with another betting prediction and pick in the NBA as we head to Los Angeles for this next cross-conference matchup. The Miami Heat (20-17) will visit the Los Angeles Clippers (20-17) as both teams open their head-to-head season series. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Heat-Clippers prediction and pick. The Miami Heat are currently […]

The Seattle Mariners had a disastrous 2024 season. They need improvements from holding a ten-game AL West lead in June, competing for a Wild Card spot, and falling short of the playoffs again. But they have not made the big free agency splash many have hoped for. Which free agents should the Mariners end the […]

Perhaps the most notable Tomlinism that has been coined by Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin is “The standard is the standard.” It has been used frequently over the years by the league’s longest-tenured head coach, and it’s even engraved on a wall inside of Pittsburgh’s locker room. Like many of these Tomlinisms, the lesson is not […]

The Philadelphia Phillies did their part in the regular season, winning the NL East with a 95-67 record. This led to a first-round bye in the postseason, and home-field advantage against the New York Mets in the Division Series. Unfortunately, the Phillies did not rise to the occasion, as the Mets beat them 3-1. Once […]

As the 2024 NFL season concludes, the Miami Dolphins face a crucial juncture in their pursuit of success. With an offseason brimming with potential changes and opportunities, the Dolphins have the chance to revamp their roster. Free agency presents a golden opportunity to address key weaknesses, strengthen their core, and re-establish their identity as serious […]

The start of the 2025 NFL offseason presents a crucial juncture for the New York Jets. Following a lackluster 2024 campaign, the Jets are at a turning point. They face pressing questions about their quarterback situation and other pivotal personnel decisions. With free agency offering a chance to revitalize their roster, the Jets have a […]

Oh, what a difference a week can make for the New England Patriots. After watching fans get hyped the you-know-what up about potentially landing the first-overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft and controlling the board for the next four months, that dream was dashed in a major way, with Jerod Mayo and Joe Milton […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Charlotte Hornets and the Phoenix Suns on Sunday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Hornets-Suns prediction and pick. The Phoenix Suns look to bounce back from a disappointing home loss to the Charlotte Hornets when the two teams meet again […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Orlando Magic on Sunday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a 76ers-Magic prediction and pick. The Philadelphia 76ers (15-21) take on the Orlando Magic (22-18) at the Kia Center on Sunday, with both teams looking to make […]

The Minnesota Wild will travel to Sin City to face the Vegas Golden Knights. It will be a possible playoff preview at T-Mobile Arena as we share our NHL odds series and make a Wild-Golden Knights prediction and pick. The Golden Knights lead the head-to-head series 17-16. Recently, the Knights defeated the Wild 3-2 on […]

The Denver Nuggets will travel to the heart of Texas to face the Dallas Mavericks. It will be a battle at American Airlines Arena as we share our NBA odds series and make a Nuggets-Mavericks prediction and pick. The Mavericks lead the head-to-head series 98-93. Ultimately, the Mavs and Nuggets have split two games in Denver […]

The Indiana Pacers will battle the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday in Ohio. It’s a Central Division showdown at RocketMortgage Arena as we continue our NBA odds series and make a Pacers-Cavaliers prediction and pick. The Pacers lead the head-to-head series 108-103. Significantly, they split the four-game series last season. The Cavs are 7-3 over the […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Milwaukee Bucks and the New York Knicks on Sunday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Bucks-Knicks prediction and pick. In a pivotal Eastern Conference showdown, the New York Knicks (25-14) host the Milwaukee Bucks (21-16) at Madison Square Garden on […]

HBCU football has seen a surge of interest in recent years for the pageantry and culture on display as well as the exciting action on the field every Saturday. But, a large part of the success is due to the recent coaching hires in the HBCU space. Recently, Norfolk State made headlines by hiring  Michael […]

The Atlanta Falcons are far from the worst team in the NFL but are in a state of uncertainty after missing the 2024-2025 playoffs. After a frustrating end to the 2024 season, the Falcons have a lot of work to do in the upcoming offseason, beginning with the 2025 NFL free agency window, which opens […]

Texas football lost 28-14 to Ohio State in the CFP semifinal on Friday night for a variety of reasons, and no amount of post-game analysis will ease the pain for the program’s fans. However, head coach Steve Sarkisian and the Longhorns (13-3) must learn from their mistakes if they ever hope to reach the National […]

After a fantastic 2023-24 season that saw the Philadelphia Flyers nearly advance to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2020, John Tortorella’s club is struggling mightily this time around. Mired in a four-game losing streak, the Flyers are 17-20-5 through 42 games, good for last place in the Metropolitan Division and second […]

Early into the 2024-25 NHL season, the Montreal Canadiens seemed destined to sell at the trade deadline. The Canadiens sat near the bottom of the Eastern Conference, still just looking to come out of their rebuild. However, the club has turned things around, emerging as one of the league’s hottest teams since mid-December. Montreal has […]

The Cleveland Browns exited the 2024 offseason grappling with uncertainty after a challenging season pushed the franchise to a pivotal moment. With a devoted fan base eager for a return to competitiveness, the need for stability at quarterback has become the team’s top priority. Deshaun Watson’s injury setback has intensified the urgency. That makes this […]

We’re set for another betting prediction and pick for Saturday’s slate of NBA action as we head to Portland for this next cross-conference matchup. The Miami Heat (19-17) will take on the Portland Trail Blazers (13-24) as both sides face off for the first time this season. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Heat-Trail […]

The Grizzlies have been one of the best teams in the NBA this season but are struggling more recently. The Timberwolves have been red-hot entering this matchup. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Grizzlies-Timberwolves prediction and pick. The Grizzlies have been red-hot this year and are among the best teams in […]