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Knicks make 3 trades to get out of Round 1 in bid to avoid 2nd apron
The New York Knicks were one of the most active teams on the first night of the 2026 NBA Draft proceedings, but as expected, they did not make any seismic changes to their roster after winning the 2026 NBA championship. Instead, the Knicks went on cost-cutting mode on Tuesday in a continued bid to duck […] The post Knicks make 3 trades to get out of Round 1 in bid to avoid 2nd apron appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Sabres rumors: How Bowen Byram trade impacts Alex Tuch UFA pursuit
Among the handful of trades in the National Hockey League on Tuesday was a puzzling trade between the Buffalo Sabres and the Chicago Blackhawks, in which the Sabres sent defenseman Bowen Byram and forward Jordan Greenway to Chicago. In return, the Blackhawks sent their first round pick (fourth overall) and second round pick (45th overall) […] The post Sabres rumors: How Bowen Byram trade impacts Alex Tuch UFA pursuit appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Why Mavericks president Masai Ujiri made Dusty May head coach decision
There was a lot for Masai Ujiri to like when he made the decision to hire Dusty May as the Dallas Mavericks’ next head coach. The Mavericks hired May in stunning move on Monday. This saw him move on from being a head coach in college basketball after eight seasons. He enjoyed incredible success with […] The post Why Mavericks president Masai Ujiri made Dusty May head coach decision appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Cavaliers draft, trades UConn legend to Kings for multiple picks
The Cleveland Cavaliers entered the 2026 NBA Draft anticipated to land a UConn basketball star. Except Alex Karaban landed at No. 29 over the projected pick Tarris Reed. But Karaban to Cleveland became short-lived thanks to the Sacramento Kings. Sacramento emerged as one of the more aggressive teams on draft night. Cleveland accepted its trade […] The post Cavaliers draft, trades UConn legend to Kings for multiple picks appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Nets make pick from Nic Claxton-Julius Randle trade
Just a day before the NBA Draft, the Brooklyn Nets made a bold move by agreeing to a three-team deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Chicago Bulls. The Nets acquired Julius Randle and the No. 28 pick from the Timberwolves, while sending the No. 33 pick to Minnesota and Nic Claxton to the Chicago […] The post Nets make pick from Nic Claxton-Julius Randle trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Grizzlies, Thunder, Pistons trade grades for 3-team 2026 NBA Draft deal
The NBA Draft is always full of surprises in the form of trades, and this one was no different. During the first round on Tuesday night, the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Detroit Pistons and the Memphis Grizzlies rearranged the middle of the draft with a three-team trade. The full details of the trade are as […] The post Grizzlies, Thunder, Pistons trade grades for 3-team 2026 NBA Draft deal appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Suns trade up to land Arizona star they badly wanted after Knicks-Mavericks swap
The Phoenix Suns weren’t originally a part of the first round of the NBA Draft on Tuesday night, but they made a late trade to get involved in the action. Just before the end of the first round, Phoenix traded with the Dallas Mavericks to move up to No. 30 overall and select Arizona star […] The post Suns trade up to land Arizona star they badly wanted after Knicks-Mavericks swap appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Jazz rookie Darryn Peterson has some serious goals for rookie season in Utah
Darryn Peterson wasted little time setting high expectations after becoming the Utah Jazz’s No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Peterson, a one-and-done Kansas standout and one of the top prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft, outlined his goals for his first NBA season Tuesday night, emphasizing durability, team success, and championship aspirations. […] The post Jazz rookie Darryn Peterson has some serious goals for rookie season in Utah appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Trade grades for Sharks, Senators after William Eklund dealt for No. 9 pick
It was a busy day in the National Hockey League, as multiple trades were leading up to the 2026 Draft later this week. Among the trades was a deal between the Ottawa Senators and the San Jose Sharks, a pair of clubs in opposite conferences who have made deals with one another before. On Tuesday, […] The post Trade grades for Sharks, Senators after William Eklund dealt for No. 9 pick appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Wizards’ Trae Young offers to talk No. 3 jersey ‘later’ with AJ Dybantsa after Draft
The Washington Wizards are loading up, as they made the much-anticipated selection of AJ Dybantsa with the first overall pick of the 2026 NBA Draft. Dybantsa is joining a stacked Wizards young core that added veteran stars Trae Young and Anthony Davis, and they are now going to be expected to compete for a playoff […] The post Wizards’ Trae Young offers to talk No. 3 jersey ‘later’ with AJ Dybantsa after Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Yankees clubhouse having fun with Jazz Chisholm Jr’s lollipop habit after game-winning homer
New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm got into some hot water when he was caught enjoying a lollipop in the field. But after his heroics on Tuesday, the franchise decided to have some fun with the situation. The Yankees came away with a 4-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers. After the game, the media […] The post Yankees clubhouse having fun with Jazz Chisholm Jr’s lollipop habit after game-winning homer appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Josh Hokit calls Michelle Obama UFC Freedom 250 vile comment a ‘compliment’
Josh Hokit refuses to “backtrack” his vile and false comment he made about former First Lady Michelle Obama. The UFC fighter spoke about the moment during the UFC Freedom 250 event on The Ariel Helwani Show, where he shared he did not mean his remark as an insult. “I thought I was giving her a […] The post Josh Hokit calls Michelle Obama UFC Freedom 250 vile comment a ‘compliment’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Athletics’ Zack Gelof loses hitting streak after scary-looking hand injury vs Giants
Athletics second baseman Zach Gelof had a rough night in a series opener against the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday. In the second inning of the game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, California, Gelof suffered an injury after Giants third baseman Matt Chapman stepped on his hand. The 26-year-old Athletics infielder immediately left the […] The post Athletics’ Zack Gelof loses hitting streak after scary-looking hand injury vs Giants appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Giants rumors: Jon Heyman confirms San Francisco is open to ‘dumping’ Rafael Devers before trade deadline
The San Francisco Giants may be nearing another turning point with Rafael Devers, whose controversy has pushed trade deadline speculation back into the center of the club’s difficult season. The former Boston Red Sox third baseman’s latest issue started Sunday during a 2-1 loss vs. the Miami Marlins. After drawing a ninth-inning walk, Devers pushed […] The post Giants rumors: Jon Heyman confirms San Francisco is open to ‘dumping’ Rafael Devers before trade deadline appeared first on ClutchPo...
John Wall names his Wizards starting 5 after selecting AJ Dybantsa
The Washington Wizards’ rebuild might bear fruit as soon as next season, as they have built a stacked young core — with the number one overall pick of the 2026 NBA Draft, AJ Dybantsa, expected to help take this team to the next level. Wizards head coach Brian Keefe, however, will have tough decisions to […] The post John Wall names his Wizards starting 5 after selecting AJ Dybantsa appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Lakers draft grade for Cameron Carr with No. 24 pick in 2026 NBA Draft
Armed with the No. 25 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Los Angeles Lakers opted to move up in the draft one spot to the No. 24 pick via trade with the New York Knicks. And once that pick was on the clock, the Lakers decided on Baylor wing Cameron Carr as their […] The post Lakers draft grade for Cameron Carr with No. 24 pick in 2026 NBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Yaxel Lendeborg reveals Kyrie Irving reason he ‘used to hate’ Steph Curry
The Golden State Warriors added national championship representation through Yaxel Lendeborg in the 2026 NBA Draft. Golden State nabbed the Michigan basketball star at No.11 overall to team with Stephen Curry and company. But Lendeborg revealed a Kyrie Irving reason why he once loathed Curry. “It’s a full-circle moment for me. In 2016, I’m a […] The post Yaxel Lendeborg reveals Kyrie Irving reason he ‘used to hate’ Steph Curry appeared first on ClutchPoints .
2026 NBA Draft grades for every 1st-round pick, trade
A few years from now, we may be looking back at these grades for the 2026 NBA Draft and laughing. It is inevitable to happen, as you just never know who stands out and becomes a star for their team. After all, each of the last eight MVPs other than Joel Embiid was drafted outside […] The post 2026 NBA Draft grades for every 1st-round pick, trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Wizards’ AJ Dybantsa reveals budding Jayden Daniels friendship at NBA Draft
AJ Dybantsa is going to enjoy being around Commanders star Jayden Daniels and the Washington community following the Wizards’ draft selection of him during the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday night. Dybantsa only spent one season of playing college basketball with the BYU Cougars. He shined as one of the best performing freshmen in the […] The post Wizards’ AJ Dybantsa reveals budding Jayden Daniels friendship at NBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Spurs trade up with Nuggets for Victor Wembanyama backup at NBA Draft
The San Antonio Spurs came into the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft with a clear objective: get bigger. They loaded up their frontcourt by grabbing former five-star recruit Jayden Quaintance at No. 20, before then completing a trade with the Denver Nuggets to acquire UConn standout Tarris Reed Jr. six picks later. The […] The post Spurs trade up with Nuggets for Victor Wembanyama backup at NBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints .
New York NBA Draft crowd savagely boos Spurs pick after Finals battle
It’s only been 10 days since the New York Knicks won Game 5 of the 2026 NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, coming back from a double-digit deficit for the fourth time in the series to take a 94-90 victory — snapping a 53-year title drought in the process. Considering how fresh the Knicks’ […] The post New York NBA Draft crowd savagely boos Spurs pick after Finals battle appeared first on ClutchPoints .
ClutchPoints NBA insider declares Lakers pick after Knicks trade a ‘steal’
The Los Angeles Lakers made a move in the NBA Draft on Tuesday after trading for the No. 24 pick of the New York Knicks in exchange for cash considerations. With the deal, the Lakers moved up a spot on the board. With how talent-heavy this year’s draft class is, moving up, even for one […] The post ClutchPoints NBA insider declares Lakers pick after Knicks trade a ‘steal’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .
How AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer, Caleb Wilson, Keaton Wagler made NBA Draft history
This year’s NBA Draft is pegged to be the deepest draft in a few years. While most drafts have only a handful of elite-level talent, this year seems to have a good spread of players who can be instant contributors for their teams. What’s even more interesting, though, is how young these players are. The […] The post How AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer, Caleb Wilson, Keaton Wagler made NBA Draft history appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Lakers’ LeBron James speaks up on 2003 NBA Draft regret
It’s unfathomable that 23 years have passed since the Cleveland Cavaliers selected LeBron James first overall in the NBA Draft. James is not the superstar he once was, but he’s still playing at an elite level these days for the Los Angeles Lakers, which is hard to believe when he’s already 41 years of age. […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James speaks up on 2003 NBA Draft regret appeared first on ClutchPoints .
76ers’ Labaron Philon Jr. gets ’10-12 best player’ nod from NBA Draft expert
After patiently waiting two and a half hours for the No. 22 pick to come on the clock, Adam Silver announced the newest member of the Philadelphia 76ers: Labaron Philon Jr., out of Alabama. A Daryl Morey special even though he’s no longer the man making the picks, a speedy guard with sub-6-foot-4 size, Philon […] The post 76ers’ Labaron Philon Jr. gets ’10-12 best player’ nod from NBA Draft expert appeared first on ClutchPoints .
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