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The Atlanta Hawks had high expectations entering the 2023-24 season. They were fresh off of a competitive series against the Boston Celtics where they pushed them to six games. They also had an entire offseason to learn and implement head coach Quin Snyder’s philosophies and tendencies to go with a second year figuring out the […]

Miami Heat forward Haywood Highsmith was involved in a car accident that took place after the win Tuesday night against the Orlando Magic according to a statement released by the team sent to ClutchPoints. He was ruled out as of the 1:30 p.m. (EST) NBA injury report Wednesday in the lead up to the contest […]

The Dallas Mavericks are entering the NBA trade deadline linked to multiple players. Kyle Kuzma, Andrew Wiggins, and PJ Washington are among the trade candidates who the Mavs have been connected to in rumors. This year’s trade deadline will be important for Dallas in a number of ways. And no, it will not purely rely […]

The NBA trade deadline is less than 24 hours away, and the Boston Celtics are officially open for business. The league-leading C’s are sending two second-round picks and forward Lamar Stevens in exchange for Memphis Grizzlies big man Xavier Tillman, per ESPN insider Adrian Wojnarowski. 🚨 The Grizzlies are trading Xavier Tillman to the Boston […]

Anthony Davis didn’t hold back his thoughts when addressing the criticisms towards the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2020 championship, more popularly called the “bubble championship.” Lakers’ bubble championship hate The Lakers won their first (and so far only title) in the LeBron James era when they won the Larry O’Brien trophy in the 2020 championship. However, […]

The Nintendo & Palworld drama continues today, as the President of the former was asked about it in a recent Q&A. Nintendo already published a statement last month on the “protection and nurturing of the Pokemon franchise and its world”. However, no legal action as of yet has taken place, and the developers assured they […]

In a recent development that has stirred the gaming community, Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa has addressed the controversy surrounding Palworld, a new game that has quickly become one of the year’s most talked-about releases. Palworld offers players a unique blend of monster-catching and survival gameplay, drawing comparisons to Nintendo’s iconic Pokemon series. Amidst a backdrop […]

Insomniac Games has officially announced that Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 will be updated to include a New Game+ mode and new suits for the game’s characters, starting Thursday, March 7. The announcement marks a significant update for the game, which has been lauded for its gameplay improvements and engaging storyline since its release last year. Marvel’s […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers recently agreed to a contract with Clayton Kershaw in MLB free agency, ultimately bringing the future Hall-of-Famer back to LA for at least one more season. It seemed to destined to happen, but Kershaw’s reunion with the Dodgers did not come to fruition until February. Of course, there are some critics […]

New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau is normally not one to admit defeat. That is still very much the case. But he sounded at least a little defeated before Tuesday night’s game against the Memphis Grizzlies. And, skipping ahead to the punch line, the reason for his defeatist tone should also motivate the Knicks […]

Following a series of job postings by CD Projekt Red, first gameplay details of the sequel to Cyberpunk 2077, tentatively titled “Orion,” have surfaced online. These listings not only confirm the ongoing development of the game but also provide insights into the expected features and mechanics of the next installment in the Cyberpunk series. CD […]

Last Sunday after the loss to the Los Angeles Clippers, new Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier was hard on himself after another inefficient shooting night where he made seven of his 17 attempts. He would even say to the media after the game that “I can’t hit a jump shot,” but he thought to get […]

The Dallas Mavericks will have decisions to make before the NBA trade deadline. Getting fully healthy is Dallas’ primary need, but they may also be open to making a trade or two. With that being said, Dallas doesn’t need to make a huge splash in order to have a “dream scenario” during the trade deadline. […]

Though the 2024 NFL Draft is just under three months away, the East-West Shrine Bowl and the Reese’s Senior Bowl have officially wrapped. Thus, the start of draft season has officially begun. The Senior Bowl gets the majority of attention regarding these all-star games, but the Shrine Bowl is a major deal for all involved […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are in the midst of what could be the best regular season in franchise history. Anthony Edwards is one small step below full-fledged superstardom, Rudy Gobert’s stunning renaissance has made him an overwhelming favorite for Defensive Player of the Year and the on-court alchemy Minnesota so sorely lacked a year ago is […]

The Miami Heat got a much-needed win over the Orlando Magic, 121-95, inside the Kaseya Center in the second contest of their four-game home stand Tuesday night. Miami’s victory gives the them the 3-1 regular season series win over the Magic as star Jimmy Butler and head coach Erik Spoelstra spoke after the game to […]

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns and Devin Booker have had maybe the best partnership in franchise history. Booker is in his ninth season and is one of two players in the NBA to rank in the top 10 in points (27.8) and assists (7.2) per game in 2023-24. Booker has been the best player to […]

It would surprise almost no one—and you may be able to remove the word almost’—if the San Antonio Spurs trade sharpshooter Doug McDermott this week. The franchise is rebuilding and McDermott’s skill and experience are exactly what contenders need down the stretch. What the Silver and Black would get, or wouldn’t get, in return may […]

Sure, it might seem a bit dramatic to say it’s a big deal the Cleveland Cavaliers are playing with their complete starting lineup and rotation against the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night for the first time in consecutive games. But with random ailments sidelining Jarrett Allen, Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, Evan Mobley and countless others […]

Bones Hyland has been an afterthought with the Los Angeles Clippers even since James Harden arrived in Southern California. As Ty Lue’s rebuilt team surges up the standings, proving its bonafides as a top-tier title contender, there’s only been further indication Hyland won’t be a part of Los Angeles’ plans come the postseason. Why not […]

The Miami Heat are preparing for another matchup tonight against the Orlando Magic, which will be the fourth and final contest against each other. Miami has a 2-1 record against Orlando this season as they look to win the series inside the Kaseya Center. However, when it comes to the Heat and protecting their home […]

Kyle Kuzma will be firmly on the wrong side of 30 years old when the Washington Wizards are finally ready to compete for their next playoff berth. As the trade deadline dawns, though, that seemingly inevitable reality apparently hasn’t caused the Wizards to lower their “high asking price” in a potential deal for the veteran […]

Now that the Atlanta Falcons have locked down their successor to former head coach Arthur Smith in Raheem Morris as the new leading man for the team in 2024, it’s now time to look at the offseason, and that begins with the roster. Putting together the 2024 team starts in the offseason, whether it’s the […]

For much of the season, the Miami Dolphins were the AFC’s team to beat. Mike McDaniels’ squad was 5-1 entering Week 7 and 11-4 with just two games left in the campaign and the number-one seed in their hands. But ultimately the Dolphins’ inability to beat good teams blocked them from postseason success. Five of […]

Blackbird Interactive and Gearbox Publishing marked a significant milestone in the RTS landscape on Monday, February 5, with the release of the War Games demo for Homeworld 3 on Steam and the Epic Games Store. The developers have crafted this mode as a groundbreaking reinterpretation of the real-time strategy genre, merging the deliberate, strategic gameplay […]

The NBA trade deadline is rapidly approaching. There are only a couple of days left before teams can make final alterations to their roster. If a team wants to make a playoff push or trim their roster down and punt on the remainder of this season in exchange for draft picks, now is the time […]

In a bold move reflecting the current tumult within the wrestling world, WWE 2K24, the latest entry in the renowned wrestling video game series, has revised its cover for the special edition celebrating 40 Years of WrestleMania. The game’s cover initially featured Brock Lesnar prominently among wrestling legends such as Roman Reigns, The Rock, and […]

After the addition of former Las Vegas Raiders QB Derek Carr, the New Orleans Saints entered the 2023 season as AFC South favorites. Following a season with considerable highs and lows, the Saints fell short of that goal — narrowly missing out on a playoff spot after a 9-8 campaign. The 9-8 record does not […]

WWE 2K24 is poised to make history by introducing the late boxing icon Muhammad Ali into its roster, marking a significant fusion of boxing and professional wrestling in the gaming world. This move, blending Ali’s legacy in the boxing ring with his connections to professional wrestling, adds a compelling layer to the WWE gaming franchise. […]

In a surprising turn of events, fans of the iconic fighting game series Mortal Kombat may have to brace for a longer wait for the latest addition to Mortal Kombat 1. Recent speculation points to a potential delay in the release of the much-anticipated Peacemaker DLC. NetherRealm Studios, renowned for its tradition of introducing characters […]

Recent insights from XboxEra have sparked considerable buzz within the gaming community, revealing that Microsoft is mulling over the idea of making some of its cherished Xbox exclusives, including the much-anticipated Starfield, available on the PlayStation 5. This intriguing possibility follows a wave of speculation surrounding the potential migration of other popular titles such as […]

Remember “Mr. Irrelevant,” the final pick of the 2022 Draft? Brock Purdy wasn’t supposed to be here. Yet, here he stands, basking in the afterglow of a remarkable 2023 season that saw him lead the San Francisco 49ers to Super Bowl 58. After a tremendous second season, if Brock Purdy can guide the 49ers to […]

Despite dealing with a season-ending injury to Nick Chubb and starting five different starting quarterbacks, the Cleveland Browns persevered, finishing 11-6 and earning a playoff berth for the first time since 2021 and just the second time in the last 22 seasons. The good news for the franchise is that it does not face many […]

Christian McCaffrey wasn’t just a trade. He was a statement by the San Francisco 49ers: an all-in bet on a championship window, with McCaffrey as the missing piece. And boy, did he deliver. The 2023 season wasn’t just a bounce-back year for the oft-injured star, it was a symphony of talent, culminating in individual accolades […]

Every trade deadline has been similar for the Miami Heat as fans crave the front office to make a needle-changing move, and it usually does not happen. Typically, President Pat Riley and head coach Erik Spoelstra feel like the team is fine the way it is which granted, it has resulted in big postseason runs […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers enjoyed a big offseason, which was highlighted by signing superstar Shohei Ohtani to a historic contract. Los Angeles added plenty of other talent and they already featured an impressive roster. So when it comes to selecting just one X-factor, the choice is quite difficult. In all reality, the Dodgers’ X-factor would […]

With all the attention that surrounded him leading up to the NBA Draft and for the lofty expectations laid upon him, San Antonio Spurs generational prospect Victor Wembanyama tops all NBA rookies in just about every major statistical category and leads the entire league in blocks. ClutchPoints talked with the 7-foot-four big man about the […]

The Chicago Bulls are looking like a team to watch at the 2024 NBA trade deadline. They are mired in mediocrity at 23-27 at the moment and are looking at the play-in tournament square in the face. But with little hope of even advancing into the playoffs, let alone winning a playoff series or two, […]

On February 6, 2023, Kyrie Irving was officially traded from the Brooklyn Nets to the Dallas Mavericks. On February 6, 2024, Kyrie and the Mavs will battle the Nets in Brooklyn. It’s been a year filled with ups and downs for Dallas. After initially acquiring Irving in the trade, Mavs fans were certainly excited. How […]