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After weeks and weeks of discussions, the Kevin Durant trade is finally in the books. The Houston Rockets won the sweepstakes for the former league MVP, landing him in a blockbuster trade from the Phoenix Suns in exchange for a package centered around Jalen Green. The full details of the trade are as follows. Rockets […]

The Colorado Avalanche have a lot of questions to answer as they approach the NHL offseason with a limited salary cap. Most notably, the Avalanche have just five defenseman signed for this coming season and two forwards who will be free agents after the 2025-26 season. Martin Necas is one of them, and if the […]

The Colorado Avalanche are hoping for better results in the 2025-26 season after losing to the Dallas Stars in the first round. Ultimately, the Avalanche may have trouble doing it through free agency, as they currently have $1.2 million in cap space. Because of that, the Avs need to finesse some trades to open up […]

After missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs once again, it’s time for the Columbus Blue Jackets to make a move involving a player who has previously requested a trade out of town: goaltender Elvis Merzlikins. Merzlikins was selected 76th overall in the 2014 NHL Draft and arrived in North America in 2019 after playing for HC […]

There was a time not too long ago when the Phoenix Suns were the envy of the Western Conference. They had acquired Kevin Durant, paired him with Devin Booker and eventually added Bradley Beal. As such, the Suns positioned themselves for a title run. That era now feels like a mirage. Instead of basking in […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks were 38-37 heading into Saturday night’s game against the Colorado Rockies. The Diamondbacks were dealt a brutal blow when star pitcher Corbin Burnes’ injury ended his season. His absence, combined with the high level of talent in the National League West, have put Arizona near the bottom of their division. The Diamondbacks […]

The WNBA annually features a revolving door of head coaches, but the 2025 season marked a complete changing of the guard. Eight new faces took over struggling franchises, with the Atlanta Dream’s Karl Smesko, Chicago Sky’s Tyler Marsh, Connecticut Sun’s Rachid Meziane, Dallas Wings’ Chris Koclanes, Golden State Valkyries’ Natalie Nakase, Indiana Fever’s Stephanie White, […]

In 2025, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are once again looking to capture the NFC South and make a postseason run. Last season ended in a somewhat surprising Wild Card Round loss to the Washington Commanders, spoiling the feeling a fourth straight division title brought. Now, general manager Jason Licht and head coach Todd Bowles have […]

The Minnesota Twins are 37-39 after the Milwaukee Brewers shut them out 9-0 on Saturday. Minnesota is still reeling from the loss of ace pitcher Pablo Lopez’s shoulder injury. The Twins are still in the conversation to secure one of the three wild card spots in the American League, but have fallen far behind the […]

The UFC’s debut in Baku, Azerbaijan, desperately needed a spark. After seven consecutive fights went the distance, the crowd at Baku Crystal Hall was restless, hungry for the kind of violence that only mixed martial arts can deliver. Enter Nazim “Black Wolf” Sadykhov and Nikolas “Iron” Motta, two lightweights with a penchant for chaos and […]

NBA Draft Day trades are quite common as teams are trying to upgrade their respective rosters. However, what isn’t common is when a team regretfully trades away a blue-chip prospect who would eventually transform into an NBA MVP. While one can’t fault a team for failing to foresee the future, the consequences are ultimately painful. […]

As the 2025 MLB trade deadline approaches, the Cincinnati Reds face a pivotal moment in shaping both their present playoff push and their long-term outlook. With a roster blending rising stars and seasoned veterans, the Reds must weigh whether to buy, sell, or strike a balance. To truly maximize their chances this year and beyond, […]

The Memphis Grizzlies are coming off a disappointing 2024-25 season after a first-round exit at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Nonetheless, fans can look forward to the offseason, where they will be participating in the 2025 NBA Draft. With the team certainly looking forward to make some upgrades, Memphis will be hoping to […]

Few teams endured more roster changes in the 2025 offseason than the New York Giants, who ushered in a new era after going just 3-14 in 2024. While still early in the transitional phase, the Giants are already optimistic about their 2025 season outlook coming out of minicamp. The Giants were among the most active […]

The New York Mets have positioned themselves as buyers heading into the 2025 MLB trade deadline, with clear ambitions to strengthen their roster for a postseason run. However, they must consider leveraging some of their established big-league assets to address their most pressing needs, particularly in the bullpen and center field. Here are three Mets […]

A new Brawl Stars Brawl Talk released today, revealing two new brawlers, a rework to trophy road, new modes, and nine new Hypercharges. Furthermore, they revealed more information on Records, and showed off a new Angels vs. Demons mini-event. Without further ado, let’s dive right in! Brawl Stars Brawl Talk June 2025 – New Brawlers […]

The Toronto Raptors just endured a forgettable 30-win season as they had hoped to take their chance at the NBA lottery. Fast-forward to today, the team is penciled to select with the ninth and 39th overall picks in the upcoming 2025 NBA Draft if the Raptors don’t make a trade. But while this year’s draft […]

With the 2025 MLB trade deadline approaching, the Chicago Cubs are in the thick of the National League Central race and poised for their first postseason run in years. However, to sustain their momentum and address roster needs—especially on the pitching front—the front office must consider moving certain veterans who still hold value on the […]

The Baltimore Ravens are charging at 2025 with intent, purpose, and a roster that’s quietly deeper and more dangerous than most expect. They have Lamar Jackson still leading the way and a retooled supporting cast around him. The Ravens’ minicamp gave us an early window into a team with championship aspirations and real urgency. From […]

With the Cincinnati Bengals closing the book on their 2025 mandatory minicamp, anticipation is building for a pivotal season. After back-to-back 9-8 campaigns and a two-year playoff drought, Zac Taylor’s squad is searching for a spark to return to AFC contention. Minicamp offered plenty of insight into the roster’s strengths, evolving dynamics, and looming questions. […]

For the Kansas City Chiefs, minicamp isn’t just a tune-up. It’s an early proving ground for the players who want to earn the right to be part of a dynasty. With three Super Bowl rings in the last six seasons, Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes have established one of the NFL’s strongest cultures. Still, as […]

For the first time in nearly a decade, the NBA Finals will be decided in a Game 7. The Indiana Pacers, riding high after a stunning Game 6 rout of the Oklahoma City Thunder, are just one win away from their first-ever NBA championship. Yet, as the basketball world turns its eyes to Oklahoma City, […]

The NBA Finals have delivered in every way, giving basketball fans a classic series that all comes down to one final game. The Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder have battled in one of the closest Finals series in recent memory between two teams that were not supposed to be evenly matched. The Thunder […]

After the Pacers blowout 108-91 win over the Thunder to force Game 7, Oklahoma City coach Mark Daigneault put into perspective the problems that his team faced. “First of all, credit Indiana. I thought they, obviously, earned the win. They outplayed us for most of the 48 minutes, and that’s the story of the game,” […]

The Seattle Kraken are serious about wanting to return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs after missing out by a considerable margin in the 2024-25 NHL season. They’ve already made a coaching change, removing Dan Bylsma after a single season and replacing him with former New York Islander coach Lane Lambert. Now, Kraken general manager Jason […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are 40-34 after losing the opening game of their weekend series against the Chicago White Sox. John Schneider’s team are in the middle of the race to catch the New York Yankees in the American League East. The Blue Jays manager continues to wait for players to return from injury, but […]

The Philadelphia 76ers find themselves in an unusual spot heading into the 2025 NBA Draft. After finishing the regular season with a disappointing 24-58 record, the 76ers were gifted the No. 3 overall pick in the NBA Draft Lottery, securing a chance to add a player who can make an impact both now during a […]

The Washington Wizards have a group of prospects they’re pondering picking at No. 6, but they especially like one of them. Although Rutgers star Ace Bailey could be available at that spot, they’re big fans of Oklahoma guard Jeremiah Fears, via Wizards insider Troy Haliburton. “To my understanding, there is no internal connection to the […]

The 2025 Stanley Cup Final has concluded, which means the NHL offseason is underway. The first major event in the offseason is just around the corner, as well. Hockey fans only need to wait one week for the 2025 NHL Draft in Los Angeles, California. With this in mind, it’s time for ClutchPoints to present […]

The Tampa Bay Rays entered their series against the Detroit Tigers at 41-34. Kevin Cash’s team has been a surprisingly competitive one this year, competing for a wild card playoff spot in the American League. Despite the drama surrounding Tampa Bay concerning the sale of the team, the Rays’ roster has been focused on winning […]

The Boston Bruins came into the 2024-25 season as one of the contenders in Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference. While they were no longer the record-setting team that had soared through the league in the 2022-23 regular season, there was every thought the team would finish in one of the top three spots in […]

The Washington Wizards are one of the worst NBA teams today. And after several losing seasons, the Wizards will be selecting with the sixth overall pick at the upcoming 2025 NBA Draft. But while the Wizards will once again pick within the lottery after selecting Alex Sarr in 2024, the franchise has made a couple […]

We’ve got the Indiana Pacers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder NBA Finals Game 7 results according to NBA 2K25 to see who the game thinks will win. It all comes down to this, as we have just one game remaining in the season. Indiana took Game 6, tying the series up and winning their last home […]

The Baltimore Orioles are having a rough season, and at this point, they have several players on the trade block. Despite that, they still have some talent that deserves recognition for a spot on the 2025 All-Star team. Gunnar Henderson, Adley Rutschman, and Felix Bautista all have made a case for potentially making it on […]

The Colorado Rockies have been the worst team in baseball this season and are on pace to shatter the record the Chicago White Sox set last season. Thus, it is another season down the drain, and it feels like a hopeless cause. But there is still something they can salvage out of this season. The […]

The Los Angeles Clippers surpassed expectations in the 2024-25 season, as they still made the playoffs despite the departure of Paul George. With a competitive squad, it’s safe to say that Los Angeles will be hoping to keep pulling off surprises next year. But in order to maintain their level of competitiveness, a few upgrades […]

The College Football 26 Gameplay Reveal showed off a new Dynamic Subs (Substitution) system along with reworks to the Wear & Tear feature. EA introduced Wear & Tear last year, which put damage on a player’s body the longer they played. While a fun mechanic, players often needed to pause and sub out players often […]

The Houston Astros remain one of the stronger teams in baseball, and always have the players to match. Now, the fun part comes in seeing who makes it to the All-Star team. There are a few shoo-ins who might make it. Yet, others might have a tougher time. Jeremy Pena, Isaac Paredes, and Framber Valdez […]

A number of NBA teams have changed owners in recent years. Most recently, Los Angeles Dodgers owner Mark Walter purchased the Los Angeles Lakers. NBA ownership changes usually signal a changing of the guard, even if the owners themselves don’t directly play on the court. Nonetheless, their leadership usually shapes the culture and direction of […]