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After turning in one of the more exciting offseasons in the NBA last year, the Philadelphia 76ers have kept things quiet so far this summer. No max contract signings. No major trade. Heck, the 76ers didn’t even use their mid-level exception, even though fans would have really liked to see it used on Guerschon Yabusele […]

The MLB All-Star Week is here, so the baseball season is around halfway over. Some of the biggest-name superstars are still performing at an elite level, which has confirmed many of the rankings of the best MLB players article that ClutchPoints put out before the season. However, tons of players have broken out and burst […]

The New York Yankees’ roster is far from perfect, even if the team sent three players to the MLB All-Star Game. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman has hinted that the front office is targeting a third baseman at the trade deadline. However, Clarke Schmidt’s season-ending injury has made the starting rotation thin, especially without Gerrit […]

The Houston Texans are the NFL’s youngest franchise. Houston joined the league as an expansion team during the 2002 season, but they still have a rich history just like any other franchise. The first era of Texans included some of the best players in franchise history. Those included some truly legendary players like J.J. Watt […]

The Los Angeles Rams enter 2025 with optimism and the expectations that come with an aggressive front office and an ambitious coaching staff. After a bounce-back year that saw them reclaim the NFC West, only to fall short in a tight Divisional Round, the Rams doubled down in the offseason, trading for star receiver Davante […]

Klay Thompson has made a name for himself with a textbook jumper, quiet confidence, and one of the smoothest games in NBA history. But lately, the Dallas Mavericks guard isn’t just trending for what he does on the hardwood. His latest relationship with Megan Thee Stallion has taken over the internet, placing Klay right in […]

High expectations come with the territory of high achievement in the NFL, and in 2025, no San Francisco 49ers player is feeling the weight of those expectations more than quarterback Brock Purdy. Just three seasons after stunning the league with his late-draft rise, Purdy now stands as the face of the franchise, newly extended, handsomely […]

The New York Jets do not have the richest of histories among NFL teams. New York is currently in a 14-year playoff drought, the longest active drought in North American sports. With only one championship, there is an obvious top spot in the rankings. But who else, besides Joe Namath and the Super Bowl III […]

The Buffalo Sabres’ playoff drought extended to a 14th season this past year. This has led to speculation that some players want to leave the franchise. The Sabres did secure a piece of their future plans, though. They have re-signed Bowen Byram to a two-year contract. While Byram could have had a desire to leave […]

In this EA Sports College Football 26 Review, we want to see just how much Electronic Arts improved their CFB game after bringing the series back last year. We were really impressed with College Football 25, but does 26 do enough to justify its worth for fans of the series? Let’s find out as we […]

Making dreams come true is something everyone wants to achieve. Materializing NBA dreams on the other hand is a fantasy for some, but it’s a reality that can only be achieved by a select few. Here are the 10 players with the most inspiring journeys to the NBA, ranked. Check out the gallery. 10. Andre […]

The Dallas Stars and general manager Jim Nill did not have a pick until the third round of the 2025 NHL Draft. Still, it may have been another stellar draft for the three-time winner of the Jim Gregory Award as the General Manager of the Year. Nill has made a habit of making great draft […]

The NBA Summer League often becomes an engine for overreaction, creating narratives that shape perceptions long before the real games have even started. As it turns out, the Sacramento Kings have found themselves at the center of some of the loudest hype and most intense scrutiny. They have been, after all, buoyed by promising performances […]

The greatest UFC fighter ever, Jon Jones, recently retired from MMA. While the man nicknamed Bones ended his career as the Heavyweight Champion, he spent the vast majority of his career fighting at light heavyweight. The 205-pound division was also arguably the company’s most prestigious prior to Jones’ emergence. There is even some impressive talent at […]

The NBA Summer League is always a hotbed for hype. However, that hype can quickly spiral into overreaction. For the Dallas Mavericks, the 2025 Summer League brought a spotlight on their new franchise cornerstone, No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg. Fans and pundits alike have been quick to read into his flashes of brilliance and […]

The Charlotte Hornets are off to a perfect start at the 2025 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, going 3-0 with gritty wins over the Utah Jazz, Philadelphia 76ers, and Dallas Mavericks. While the Summer League isn’t always predictive of NBA success, it does offer a sneak peek at what might be – and fans […]

The 2025 NHL Draft is in the past, and the Columbus Blue Jackets would make six selections. It would be the second draft under general manager Don Waddell for the Jackets. They would also have two first-round picks. In the past, multiple early picks have been great for Columbus. This year, they would have the […]

The Brooklyn Nets entered the 2025 NBA Summer League with a record five first-round picks, a crowded frontcourt, and sky-high anticipation. After two games in Las Vegas, they sit at 0-2, having lost to both the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Washington Wizards. While Summer League results rarely translate directly into regular-season performance, these games […]

Fresh off a remarkable run as bantamweight champion, Merab Dvalishvili has never shied away from speaking his mind on contenders and the ever-shifting landscape of the UFC’s 135-pound division. In a candid recent interview, Dvalishvili set the MMA world abuzz with his pointed assessment of Umar Nurmagomedov, a fighter many believe is a legitimate threat […]

NBA Summer League sparks all kinds of heated debates and premature assumptions, and the Washington Wizards’ 2025 campaign has delivered an intriguing batch of storylines. Thanks to a roster bustling with recent first-round picks and sophomores eager to make an impression, the Wizards have attracted their share of over-the-top reactions. Let’s take an analyst’s lens […]

After turning in their worst season of the decade, falling out of the playoff push and into the lottery for the first time since Joel Embiid’s rookie season, the Philadelphia 76ers have had a relatively quiet offseason following the fireworks of the NBA Draft Lottery. Landing pick No. 3 as the Oklahoma City Thunder watched […]

The New York Jets have misfired on coaching hires, trades and draft picks during their 14-year playoff drought. But the team nailed the 2022 draft, landing Sauce Gardner, Breece Hall and Garrett Wilson in the first 36 picks. On Monday, the Jets made the wise decision to extend Wilson, signing the wideout to a four-year, […]

Everybody loves the long ball. The most exciting play in baseball is the home run, and hitting the baseball over the fence just so happens to be arguably the most important skill set in modern MLB. The best power hitters currently in the league are squaring off in the 2025 Home Run Derby, a contest […]

The UFC Abu Dhabi event, scheduled for July 26, 2025, at the Etihad Arena, has taken an unexpected hit with the withdrawal of Movsar Evloev from his co-main event fight against rising star Aaron Pico. According to reports, Evloev sustained an injury or health condition during his fight camp in Thailand, forcing him to pull […]

Throughout league history, the Los Angeles Lakers have always been a team to watch in every offseason. Given that it’s a big-market team coupled with its rich history, it isn’t surprising that various superstars continue to consider the Lakers as an enticing team. In addition to this, Los Angeles has always been actively linked with […]

The United Football League (UFL) is still new, but it’s providing a platform for players like former New York Giants cornerback Deandre Baker to market themselves for the NFL. The 27-year-old helped the UFL’s DC Defenders win their first-ever championship in June, capping off a second consecutive productive season for him. Baker spoke to ClutchPoints […]

The New York Jets are poised to make a significant splash in the wide receiver market by targeting San Francisco 49ers’ Jauan Jennings. With the Jets committing to Justin Fields as their quarterback of the future, acquiring a proven, physical receiver like Jennings could be a game-changer for the franchise. Jennings’ skill set, combined with […]

The 2025 NHL Draft has concluded, and the New Jersey Devils had seven picks in this year’s draft. Still, the team would not call a name in the first round of the draft, and would not make a pick until the 50th selection overall. Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald did make some solid picks this […]

The San Francisco 49ers find themselves at a crossroads with wide receiver Jauan Jennings. After a breakout 2024 campaign, posting career-highs with 77 catches, 975 yards, and six touchdowns, Jennings is seeking a new contract or a trade as he enters the final year of his deal. With Brandon Aiyuk still recovering from a major […]

Talent has a lot to do with making the NBA and staying in the league. It is the best basketball league in the world, after all. But while talent is an important prerequisite, discipline and hard work are also important factors. On the other hand, staying out of trouble and becoming a good role model […]

The NBA Summer League is a breeding ground for hot takes, and the Miami Heat’s 2025 campaign—spanning the California Classic and Las Vegas—has delivered its share of storylines. While the Heat’s young roster is under the microscope, it’s important to remember that Summer League is a snapshot, not a prophecy. Still, the chatter around Miami’s […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in a position to make a bold move that could reshape their offensive identity for the coming season. With a reputation for physical football and a renewed focus on surrounding their quarterback with reliable playmakers, the Steelers have every reason to pursue a proven wide receiver who can thrive in high-leverage […]

The Detroit Lions do not have a trophy case loaded with Lombardi Trophies. But Detroit still has a proud history in the NFL, including multiple NFL Championships before the Super Bowl era. The Lions also boast some of the best players in league history, most notably Barry Sanders and Calvin Johnson. Detroit has entered a […]

The first half of the 2025 MLB season is behind us, and the All-Star Game is here. Baseball’s biggest stars are in Atlanta to take part in the Home Run Derby and All-Star Game at Truist Park. With the first half over, fans are upset about All-Star snubs, and the MLB Power Rankings have a […]

For a fourth year in a row, the Los Angeles Kings lost in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs to the Edmonton Oilers. This led the Kings not to move on from general manager Rob Blake and hire Ken Holland as his replacement. Holland comes in with plenty of winning experience, as he’s […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are staring at a pivotal opportunity to reshape their offense and accelerate their climb in a competitive AFC landscape. With the departure of key wide receivers and the need to provide quarterback Justin Herbert with a reliable, physical target, the Chargers have every reason to pursue a proven playmaker. Enter Jauan […]

The NBA Summer League has long been a proving ground where rookies, fringe players, and developmental prospects battle for roster spots and reputations. For fans, it’s a tantalizing taste of future promise, often steeped in hyperbole. For the Minnesota Timberwolves, the 2025 Summer League has been no exception. The team has started strong, winning both […]

There may be no team more perplexing this offseason than the New Orleans Pelicans. After finishing the 2024-25 campaign with just 21 wins, a full teardown seemed likely. Instead, the franchise has gone all-in on what exactly, no one can say for sure. Front-office overhauls, confusing trades, and an expensive draft gamble headline what is […]

The Memphis Grizzlies offseason didn’t wait for the NBA Finals to wrap up before announcing their intent for the 2025-26 season. In a headline-grabbing blockbuster, the franchise traded cornerstone guard Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic in exchange for Cole Anthony, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (KCP), three unprotected first-round picks, and a pick swap. A few days […]