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The Charlotte Hornets finally seem to be turning the corner. After years of being stuck in mediocrity, the franchise used the 2025 offseason to inject new life into the team. With a mix of promising rookies like Kon Knueppel, veteran signings such as Spencer Dinwiddie and Mason Plumlee, and rising stars in LaMelo Ball, Brandon […]

It is a matchup of two of the top three teams in the AP Poll as No. 1 Texas heads to Columbus to take on No. 3 Ohio State. This is a rematch of the 2025 Cotton Bowl Classic, where Ohio State football defeated the Longhorns on its way to winning a National Title. Now, […]

The NFL season is just around the corner, and everyone is preparing to draft their favorite fantasy football wide receivers. The excitement is palpable. Of course, those drafting will always want to know which wide receivers to avoid in fantasy. They will want to avoid drafting fantasy football busts. Clutchpoints provided an exclusive two-round fantasy […]

Labor Day is almost upon us. All over the country kids have gone back to school. It’s even starting to cool down. Summer is all but over, and what a summer it was for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. As we approach September, though, it’s abundantly clear that, awkward as things got, both […]

Week 1 of the College Football season kicks off on Thursday, August 28, and two power conference teams face off. Hopes are high for Nebraska football in year three under Matt Rhule, as he expects to contend for a playoff spot. Meanwhile, Cincinnati also kicks off year three of the Scott Satterfield era, looking to […]

The first official Madden 26 Title Update has arrived, bringing several gameplay improvements and bug fixes. The update will arrive just one week before 2025-2026 NFL Season begins. The new update also adds a new customized playbook, new international stadiums, and improvements for several core modes. Without further ado, let’s take a look at the […]

The end of August and the start of September are a scheduled vacation break for league personnel and everyone associated with the NBA. At this point in the offseason, almost every team has finalized what they will look like entering the 2025-26 season, which is why there are no worries that exist. Well, that’s true […]

The most famous pop star in the world just said yes to one of the NFL’s most decorated tight ends. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are officially engaged after two years of a whirlwind romance, the kind of story fans usually only see in movies. What makes their relationship fascinating is not just the star […]

If you’re looking for the top NFL fantasy football running backs, check here. And if you want to know which backs will step forward this season, here’s the path to follow. But if you want to know the five fantasy football running backs who will lose the most touches in 2025, you’re in the right […]

The running back position is the most polarizing position to draft in fantasy football, as there are many different metrics that go into grading this group. Burned last year by Christian McCaffrey’s injuries, a breakout year from Chase Brown just goes to show how uncertain the RB position can be. Average draft position (also known […]

The Detroit Pistons surprised a lot of people last season. A 44-38 finish and a playoff push showed real forward momentum for the Pistons’ young core. However, the NBA 2K26 snapshot for Detroit feels like it was drawn from a different season. Some players are undervalued relative to the roles they already own, while others […]

The New Orleans Pelicans had one of the strangest offseasons in the NBA. After drafting Jeremiah Fears and trading up for Derik Queen, the Pelicans also made the headline move of acquiring Jordan Poole to shake up their backcourt. Despite those moves, ESPN’s Kevin Pelton graded the Pelicans’ offseason an “F”, and strangely, NBA 2K26 […]

The UFC has long treated Madison Square Garden as one of its most iconic proving grounds. Ever since the promotion returned to New York City following the state’s legalization of MMA in 2016, the UFC has made it a priority to stack the annual November card with blockbuster matchups. Now, according to lightweight contender Renato […]

Finland may not be considered a traditional basketball powerhouse, but one thing is clear heading into EuroBasket 2025: the team has one of the best players in the tournament. Lauri Markkanen, fresh off an All-Star campaign with the Utah Jazz, has become a global star and the centerpiece of Finland’s rise on the international basketball […]

It is fantasy football draft season, and it has been a big run for wide receivers. Ja’Marr Chase has been going first overall in a lot of drafts, with Justin Jefferson and Ceedee Lamb not far behind. But the value will be found in the later picks, with players who are going to see increased […]

The Connecticut Sun made a single move at the 2025 WNBA trade deadline, acquiring forward Aaliyah Edwards from the Washington Mystics in exchange for guard Jacy Sheldon and rights to a 2026 first‑round pick swap. The franchise now finds itself at a pivotal turning point, deep in a full-fledged rebuild after losing its entire starting […]

For the first time in a while, the fantasy football running back landscape did not change much in the 2025 NFL offseason. However, despite the lack of movement, a few players are in for bigger roles in the coming season than they had in 2024. With running back being arguably the most important position in […]

Few franchises in football embody resilience quite like the Pittsburgh Steelers. Year after year, no matter the injuries, roster turnover, or quarterback instability, Mike Tomlin’s team finds a way to stay relevant. In 2025, the Steelers are once again trying to retool their identity. This time, they have a legendary quarterback at the helm. The […]

The Detroit Lions are no longer the NFL’s lovable underdog. They’ve become one of the league’s most formidable franchises, having transformed years of heartbreak into sustained success. Coming off a 15-2 season that restored pride to Detroit and ignited belief across the fan base, expectations are now at a historic high. Yet, they’ve seen coaching […]

And then, there were 53. After weeks of anticipation, camp battles, preseason efforts, and a few trades for good measure, the Philadelphia Eagles have settled on their initial 53-man roster, with 17 more players set to join the team in the not-too-distant future as members of the practice squad. Now granted, just because the Eagles […]

The Buffalo Bills are a truly fascinating bunch. On one hand, they remain one of the most consistent powerhouses in the AFC, led by reigning MVP quarterback Josh Allen and head coach Sean McDermott. On the other, the franchise is still chasing its elusive first Super Bowl title. That’s a prize that has slipped through […]

The New York Yankees just finished up one of the more embarrassing series of their season. After squeaking out one win in four games against the Boston Red Sox, Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that his team’s performance was unacceptable. Players like Aaron Judge, Max Fried, and Ryan McMahon echoed that sentiment. New York needs […]

When No. 6 Notre Dame meets No. 10 Miami in Week 1 of the college football season this weekend, it will be one of the biggest games of the year for both teams. Each program enters 2025 with major aspirations shaped by how last season ended. The Fighting Irish are coming off a national championship […]

By 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Aug. 26, all 32 NFL teams had to trim their rosters down to 53 players. The cut deadline is widely regarded as the hardest day to be an NFL coach, player, or front-office member. Certain players get cut because of bad contracts or injury concerns, and others simply lose […]

The 2025 calendar has already been an electric one for the UFC’s women’s flyweight division, and now the stage is set for another pivotal clash. On November 15th, top contenders Erin Blanchfield and Tracy Cortez will collide at UFC 322 in what is shaping up to be a defining bout for both athletes. The matchup […]

The Green Bay Packers went 11-6 last season before falling to the Philadelphia Eagles in the first round last year. However, Jordan Love’s injury and lack of consistency hinted that Green Bay has another level to reach. The Packers front office gave head coach Matt LaFleur a new weapon during the draft in Matthew Golden. […]

The UFC’s return to Vancouver on October 18th just got a major boost, with two exciting bouts officially added to the fight card. The promotion announced that Davey Grant will face Charles Jourdain in a bantamweight showdown, while lightweight veteran Drew Dober has been booked against Canadian underdog Kyle Prepolec. Both fights inject new energy […]

The UFC’s long-awaited return to Western Australia just got a major boost. Scheduled for September 27th at RAC Arena in Perth, UFC Perth is already shaping up to be one of the year’s standout cards. With multiple high-profile fights rumored and several Australian fan favorites expected to feature, the UFC added some extra firepower this […]

After trading All‑Star guard Brittney Sykes to the Seattle Storm in exchange for veteran Alysha Clark, emerging guard Zia Cooke, and a 2026 first‑round pick, the Washington Mystics have decisively shifted toward future-proofing. Sykes had been a reliable two‑way weapon, earning All‑Star and All‑Defensive honors this season alone, and the return, particularly in Clark and […]

Week one continues with a match-up of power conference opponents on Friday as Auburn visits Baylor. Expectations are high for Baylor football this year, currently projected as a Top 25 team. Both teams received votes in both the AP Poll and Coaches Poll, but neither made it into the Top 25. With a statement win […]

We’ve got the Jacksonville Jaguars 2025 Season Results according to Madden 26 to see how the game thinks they will perform this season. With a new head coach, a new GM, and new coordinators, the Jaguars are a completely different beast this season. They’ll hope the change of scenery can help them improve upon their […]

The NBA has gone more global thanks to the influx of international players from around the world. But while some international stars are currently enjoying the trend, such as three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic, others tried their luck in the NBA a little too late. Here is a look at 10 international prospects who joined […]

Despite only one Stanley Cup Final appearance to show for it, the San Jose Sharks were one of the most dominant teams of the first two decades of the 21st century. The franchise only missed the playoffs three times between 1999-2000 and 2018-19, won the division six times, and frequently made deep postseason runs in […]

The NFL preseason is over, and teams are in the process of cutting their rosters down to 53 players. With positional competitions around the league being all but over for the most part, there is more clarity on how the season may play out. Here are record predictions and potential playoff outcomes for all 32 […]

EuroBasket 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most competitive international basketball tournaments in years, and Germany enters with real championship aspirations. Ranked third in FIBA’s world standings and coming off their bronze medal run in 2022, the program is no longer a dark horse; they’re a powerhouse. With Dennis Schröder orchestrating the […]

Week 0 is in the books, but the teams of the SEC take to the field for the first time this week. Missouri will be the first team to hit the field from the SEC in 2025, hosting Central Arkansas on August 28. Auburn highlights the Friday slate as they visit Baylor. Then, on August […]

When Alperen Şengün steps onto the court for Turkey at EuroBasket 2025, he won’t just be representing his country: he’ll be carrying the weight of expectations, hope, and a basketball legacy that has long awaited its moment of resurgence. For two decades, Turkey has flirted with potential, reaching knockout rounds but never returning to the […]

When Ralph Sampson was selected with the No. 1 pick in the 1983 NBA Draft, he was clearly ahead of his time. Nowadays, the former Houston Rockets big man gets compared to San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama due to his unique size and abilities. Despite playing in the league 30 years ago, Sampson believes […]

Love Island, as I’ve often said, is one of the most interesting viewing experiences that I’ve ever had. It was honestly just like a roller coaster. When you were up, you were up with Love Island. It was fun. It was different. You were drawn to the cast members on the show. It aired every […]