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Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong reveals what he learned from unfulfilled Dodgers trash talk

The Chicago Cubs got a huge performance from Pete Crow-Armstrong on Saturday. Crow-Armstrong finished the team’s game against the St. Louis Cardinals with a home run and four total hits. Chicago defeated the Redbirds, 6-1. Crow-Armstrong spoke after the game about how he needs to keep it up, especially after he engages in trash talk. […] The post Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong reveals what he learned from unfulfilled Dodgers trash talk appeared first on ClutchPoints .

How Megan Gustafson’s perfect game fueled Fire vs. Fever

The Portland Fire do not look like an expansion team early in the 2026 season. Portland delivered a signature win to their fans in a 100-84 rout against Indiana. One Fire player had an especially good game, which helped pave the way for the easy victory. Fire center Megan Gustafson had an incredible game against […] The post How Megan Gustafson’s perfect game fueled Fire vs. Fever appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Scottie Pippen’s son gets emotional about mother Larsa’s alleged affair

Preston Pippen is trying to heal old wounds. The son of NBA icon Scottie Pippen and Larsa Pippen recalled how a pivotal moment in his parents’ former marriage affected him personally. Scottie and Larsa were married from 1997 to 2021 and share four children. During episodes four and six of Netflix’s Calabasas Confidential, Preston shared […] The post Scottie Pippen’s son gets emotional about mother Larsa’s alleged affair appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Devils expected to sign former first-round pick to entry-level contract

The New Jersey Devils are expected to add another first-round selection to their prospect pipeline, with defenseman Anton Silayev projected to sign his entry-level contract following the completion of his third season in Russia’s Kontinental Hockey League (KHL). Selected 10th overall in the 2024 NHL Draft, Silayev is expected to become the final player chosen […] The post Devils expected to sign former first-round pick to entry-level contract appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Wings star Paige Bueckers says she wouldn’t even pay $10 for her jersey after breaking jaw-dropping record

The Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers’ game-worn jersey from her WNBA debut on May 16, 2025, sold for $64,720 through MeiGray, setting a new record for the highest price paid for a WNBA jersey and the most expensive publicly sold, photo-matched item in women’s sports memorabilia. The previous WNBA jersey record stood at $32,150, which […] The post Wings star Paige Bueckers says she wouldn’t even pay $10 for her jersey after breaking jaw-dropping record appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Why Hailey Van Lith is returning to Sun

The Connecticut Sun announced on Saturday, that guard Hailey Van Lith has signed a developmental player contract with the franchise. Van Lith was waived by Connecticut on Thursday when the team activated guard Leila Lacan, who returned from overseas duties after helping Basket Landes win the 2026 French La Boulangere Wonderligue title and earning Finals […] The post Why Hailey Van Lith is returning to Sun appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Kendrick Perkins accuses ‘punked’ Thunder Chet Holmgren of playing scared vs. Victor Wembanyama

Should the Oklahoma City Thunder consider moving on from All-Star Chet Holmgren after a four-point dud in Game 7’s 111-103 loss to Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals? ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins believes so. The former Thunder center called out Holmgren for his underwhelming performance against the Spurs. With […] The post Kendrick Perkins accuses ‘punked’ Thunder Chet Holmgren of playing scared vs. Victor Wembanyama appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Magic Johnson congratulates Spurs’ Mitch Johnson, Victor Wembanyama on WCF win

The San Antonio Spurs’ remarkable march to the NBA Finals has earned recognition from one of basketball’s most respected voices. Following San Antonio’s gritty 111-103 Game 7 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday night, NBA Hall of Famer Magic Johnson took to social media to congratulate head coach Mitch Johnson, Victor Wembanyama, and […] The post Magic Johnson congratulates Spurs’ Mitch Johnson, Victor Wembanyama on WCF win appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Phillies announce multiple roster moves before Dodgers clash

The Philadelphia Phillies made a series of roster adjustments ahead of the second game of their series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, reshuffling their pitching depth while creating space on the 40-man roster. The team reinstated right-handed pitcher Max Lazar from the 60-day injured list and subsequently optioned him to Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Lazar opened […] The post Phillies announce multiple roster moves before Dodgers clash appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox vows to give it his all for San Antonio in NBA Finals

De’Aaron Fox and the San Antonio Spurs have returned the franchise to the grandest stage in basketball, and they have no intention of letting the opportunity slide. San Antonio clinched its first NBA Finals berth since 2014 by executing a masterful 111-103 road victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 7 of the Western […] The post Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox vows to give it his all for San Antonio in NBA Finals appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Spurs’ Dylan Harper has big ticket plans for MSG showdown vs. Knicks

The San Antonio Spurs are headed to the NBA Finals. For Dylan Harper, the journey carries an extra layer of meaning. Fresh off San Antonio’s 111-103 Game 7 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Finals, Harper acknowledged the unique significance of facing the New York Knicks on basketball’s biggest stage. Harper, […] The post Spurs’ Dylan Harper has big ticket plans for MSG showdown vs. Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama reveals feelings behind Game 7 tears: ‘My life depends on it’

Victor Wembanyama could not hold back the emotions after delivering one of the biggest victories of his young career. He led the San Antonio Spurs in a 111-103 Game 7 triumph over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday night. The Western Conference Finals MVP was overcome with emotion as he celebrated the franchise’s first trip […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama reveals feelings behind Game 7 tears: ‘My life depends on it’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .

When De’Aaron Fox knew Spurs had a chance to make NBA Finals

On Saturday night, the San Antonio Spurs eliminated the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder 111-103 in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals at Paycom Center. De’Aaron Fox, who joined San Antonio in a three-team trade six weeks after being dealt by the Sacramento Kings, helped the Spurs secure their first Finals appearance since 2014. […] The post When De’Aaron Fox knew Spurs had a chance to make NBA Finals appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Cason Wallace’s ‘beatable team’ comments after Thunder’s Game 7 will turn heads

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace knows his team is capable of beating Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs, the defending champions, just came up short with the season on the line in Game 7. Despite Thunder All-Star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s masterful 35-point performance against the Spurs, San Antonio prevented Oklahoma […] The post Cason Wallace’s ‘beatable team’ comments after Thunder’s Game 7 will turn heads appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Giannis Antetokounmpo wears ‘Wizards’ Air Jordan 3 sneakers in Budapest

With the NBA Finals right around the corner and the offseason already here for the rest of the league, Milwaukee Bucks’ star Giannis Antetokounmpo is taking some time to enjoy traveling internationally. His latest stop was Budapest, Hungary as he attending the UEFA Champions League Final. In the process, Giannis was spotted rocking a “Wizards” […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo wears ‘Wizards’ Air Jordan 3 sneakers in Budapest appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Thunder’s Chet Holmgren gets absolutely roasted for brutal 4-point Game 7 vs. Spurs

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Chet Holmgren’s four-point dud in Game 7 against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs won’t sit well with fans throughout the postseason, as the defending champions saw their goal to win back-to-back titles slip through the cracks in a 111-103 season-ending loss. While Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Game 7 […] The post Thunder’s Chet Holmgren gets absolutely roasted for brutal 4-point Game 7 vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wants ‘zero input’ in Sam Presti retooling Thunder

OKLAHOMA CITY — If the 2026 summer is the offseason where Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti makes drastic changes to the roster, don’t expect All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to influence decisions. Gilgeous-Alexander’s 35 points in Thunder’s Game 7 came in a 111-103 losing effort to the San Antonio Spurs, elminating the defending champions before reaching […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wants ‘zero input’ in Sam Presti retooling Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama has beautiful message for Gregg Popovich after Game 7 win over Thunder

OKLAHOMA CITY — San Antonio Spurs All-Star Victor Wembanyama can’t wait to speak to Gregg Popovich after beating the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals. Wembanyama is four wins away from a title. When a reporter asked Victor what this victory will mean to Popovich, he couldn’t put […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama has beautiful message for Gregg Popovich after Game 7 win over Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gets ‘brilliant’ praise despite Game 7 loss

The Oklahoma City Thunder saw their hopes of a title defense melt away in a heartbreaking 111-103 Game 7 loss to the San Antonio Spurs, but head coach Mark Daigneault knows his superstar left everything on the floor. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put the Thunder on his back, putting up an electric 35 points and nine assists […] The post Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gets ‘brilliant’ praise despite Game 7 loss appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Dodgers’ Teoscar Hernandez shares crucial update on injury timeline

The defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers are no strangers to adversity, and one of their lineup’s main contributors will have to miss time. All-Star Teoscar Hernandez was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain ahead of Friday night’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies. He originally suffered the injury two days earlier […] The post Dodgers’ Teoscar Hernandez shares crucial update on injury timeline appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Air Jordan 3 ‘Flip’ is returning in 2027

The Air Jordan Retro collection is set to round out the remainder of 2026 with numerous releases throughout the upcoming months. Over the last two years, Nike and Jordan Brand have made a concerted effort to bring back some of their most popular concepts in first-time retro renditions. This time, we’ll see the iconic “Flip” […] The post The Air Jordan 3 ‘Flip’ is returning in 2027 appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Spurs’ Keldon Johnson gets special shoutout from Mitch Johnson for Game 7 3s

Mitch Johnson was over the moon about Keldon Johnson’s clutch plays down the stretch in the San Antonio Spurs’ win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals on Saturday night, Keldon is going through the seventh year of his NBA career with the Spurs, standing out as the longest-tenured […] The post Spurs’ Keldon Johnson gets special shoutout from Mitch Johnson for Game 7 3s appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Exclusive: Erica Wheeler has been the veteran leader the Sparks need

In the aftermath of the Los Angeles Sparks’ win against the Washington Mystics this past Friday, Nneka Ogwumike couldn’t help but gush over teammate Erica Wheeler and her importance as a veteran leader for the team. This is Ogwumike’s third go-round with Wheeler. The pair were teammates back in 2021 during Wheeler’s first stint with […] The post Exclusive: Erica Wheeler has been the veteran leader the Sparks need appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Mets’ Jorge Polanco’s potential injury return date gets huge update

It has not been a banner year for the New York Mets thus far, but they may receive a key reinforcement sooner rather than later. First baseman Jorge Polanco has not played since the middle of April due to Achilles bursitis and a wrist issue. While the recovery has not been smooth, the 32-year-old could […] The post Mets’ Jorge Polanco’s potential injury return date gets huge update appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Give the Netflix ‘A Different World’ sequel series room to be great

On Friday,  Netflix confirmed the release date for the A Different World sequel series, and there have been a lot of different divergent conversations that have been shockingly negative. The series, set to debut on the streamer on September 24th, has been tagged as “nostalgia bait” and many have insinuated (incorrectly) that no one asked […] The post Give the Netflix ‘A Different World’ sequel series room to be great appeared first on ClutchPoints .