The Houston Rockets suffered a home defeat of 86-109 against the Boston Celtics. The Rockets played poorly throughout the game, with their rhythm controlled by the opponent, and they were further outscored in the final quarter, leading to a crushing loss. After the match, the Rockets faced four pieces of bad news. Shenjing struggled significantly when facing strong teams, performing poorly under the basket. With Smith currently injured and Aman also absent, Shenjing's defensive performance was in shambles. Additionally, on the offensive end, he was unable to gain an advantage against the Celtics' twin towers, resulting in him being dominated both offensively and defensively. Looking ahead, opponents will likely target him during the playoffs, which could worsen his performance. It is hoped that after this game, Shenjing can reflect deeply on his play. Similarly, Whitmore lost his way after facing targeted defense from a strong team. Throughout the game, he missed three-point shots and was unable to establish any advantage when breaking into the paint. Currently, Whitmore's basketball IQ is truly poor. Without the guarantee of a three-pointer, he could only dribble recklessly. However, his judgment of defense was lacking, and his basketball IQ was very low, ultimately causing Whitmore to fail to explode, shooting only 4 out of 17 for the game. Although his talent is good, his playing style is too unsightly. VanVleet's recent performance has been increasingly poor. He shot 3 out of 7 for only 8 points, 1 rebound, and 3 assists, failing to live up to the role of a backcourt ball-handling core. Especially on…

On January 3rd, Beijing time, the latest round of NBA regular season has come to an end. In the just-concluded focus match between the Warriors and the 76ers, the Warriors relied on Curry's super performance of 30+6+10 to easily defeat the 76ers 139-105 at home, successfully catching up with the Timberwolves ranked eighth in the West. As one of the top three teams in the West in the early season, the Warriors once achieved unexpected results under the circumstances of holding a "bad hand." However, as the schedule progressed in-depth, multiple factors plagued the Warriors' competitiveness to plummet. If it weren't for Curry's strong bottoming out, the Warriors might have to go through the tragedy of finishing last in the West again last season. Moreover, although the Warriors introduced Schroder in the past few games, the team did not show a brand-new competitive state, so continuing to find an All-Star partner for Curry is still a key issue that the Warriors are currently focusing on. It is worth mentioning that at the same time, in the Eastern Conference, reporter Shams revealed that Butler has clearly expressed his willingness to trade to the management, hoping to leave the team before the trade deadline and join any team other than the Heat because he firmly believes that he can shape the team into a championship contender anywhere. After comprehensive consideration, Butler, who applied for a trade, became the most ideal reinforcement target for the Warriors, and coincidentally, the Warriors were listed among Butler's ideal next home list. In this regard, American media…

On January 4, 2025, Beijing time, the 28-win and 5-loss Thunder hosted the 24-win and 10-loss Knicks. The Thunder currently has a 13-game winning streak, while the Knicks have a 9-game winning streak. Both teams are in excellent form. The Thunder played back-to-back (they made a big comeback win against the Clippers yesterday), while the Knicks rested for two days, giving them an advantage in terms of physical condition. The Thunder's defensive efficiency and net efficiency rank first in the league, while the Knicks boast top-tier talent. This match is considered a peak confrontation. Who will take the victory? The Thunder's Chet and Caruso were absent, with the starting lineup being Alexander + Wallace + Dort + Jalen + Harten. On the Knicks' side, Miro was absent, with the starting lineup being Brunson + Bridges + Hart + OG + Towns. In the first quarter, Dort hit a three-pointer, Brunson responded with a layup, Alexander and Jalen scored, OG and Towns responded, both sides tied at 7-7. Harten and Dort scored 4 points in a row, Hart and Bridges responded with 4 points, both sides tied at 11-11. Jalen and Alexander extended the lead to 4 points, OG, Hart, and Bridges overtook by 2 points, Alexander and Dort overtook by 5 points, OG, Brunson, and Achiuwa scored, Jalin, Alexander, and Isaiah Joe responded, the Thunder led by 6 points. Brunson and Bridges narrowed the gap to 1 point, Alexander made 2 free throws, and at the end of the first quarter, the Thunder led 33-30. Alexander scored 14 points in…

Sorry, You Met Record-Breaking LeBron: Wembanyama Scores 35+18+4 Yet Misses Out on Today's Best Player Award On January 4th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued with a total of 9 matchups scheduled for the day. The specific results are as follows: Hornets lost to the Pistons 94-98, Magic defeated the Raptors 106-97, Celtics won against the Rockets 109-86, Wizards were defeated by the Pelicans 120-132, Knicks lost to the Thunder 107-117, Cavaliers easily defeated the Mavericks 134-122, Spurs narrowly won against the Nuggets 113-110, Grizzlies lost to the Kings 133-138, and the Hawks suffered a crushing defeat to the Lakers 102-119. Harris, Silva, Tatum, CJ, SGA, Mobley Jr., Wembanyama, Monk, and LeBron. So, who will be awarded the title of today's best player? Let's take a look together. In the game between the Spurs and the Nuggets, Jokic scored an impressive 41 points, 18 rebounds, and 9 assists, while Porter Jr. contributed 22 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 three-pointers. Despite trailing by 12 points, they managed to drag the game into the final shot but ultimately fell short. On the Spurs' side, Paul scored 7 points, 8 rebounds, and 11 assists, while Vassell contributed 18 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists. However, they were not the best performers for the team; that honor goes to Wembanyama! In 33 minutes of play, Wembanyama made 14 out of 22 shots (including 4 out of 6 three-pointers) and 3 out of 4 free throws, scoring a luxurious 35 points, 18 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal, and 2 blocks, with a plus-minus rating…

Currently, the NBA regular season is in full swing, and the new season's Lakers team has been highly anticipated by fans. In the recently concluded regular season game, the Lakers defeated the visiting Trail Blazers 114-106 at home. In this game, the 40-year-old James performed outstandingly, shooting 15 out of 25 for a remarkable stat line of 38 points, 3 rebounds, and 8 assists. It is truly admirable that as a 40-year-old basketball player, he still maintains such an efficient competitive state in the fiercely competitive NBA arena. With his performance in this game, James has now scored over 30 points in 562 games throughout his career, tying him with basketball god Michael Jordan for first place in history. Based on his current excellent form, it is believed that James will soon surpass Jordan. Additionally, the legendary Lakers star Kobe Bryant is constantly missed by fans. Unbeknownst to many, it has already been four years since Kobe passed away. During these years, his wife Vanessa has silently endured everything. Initially, when Kobe first passed away, Vanessa suffered greatly, her heart filled with sadness that once led her to the brink of collapse. At that time, due to various pressures, she indulged in food, causing her weight to rise to over 200 pounds. However, as time went on, Vanessa gradually adjusted her mindset. For the sake of her family and three daughters, she began to transform herself. Now in her forties, Vanessa has returned to her peak condition, both in terms of looks and physique, reaching the top level. It can…

The Lakers faced off against the Hawks at home in a back-to-back game, with Davis returning to the lineup. The Lakers' starting lineup was Reeves, Christie, Hachimura, James, and Davis; while the Hawks started with Trae Young, Daniels, Jalen Johnson, Lissache, and Capela. In the first quarter, both teams exchanged points, with the score tied at 6-6. After that, the Hawks scored 5 consecutive points. However, Davis began to explode, making two free throws for a foul, scoring under the basket, assisting Hachimura with a dunk, and defensively blocking shots in the paint, causing the Hawks to go scoreless for a period, leading to a timeout with the score at 16-13. After the timeout, the Lakers extended their lead to 7 points. The Hawks brought back Trae Young, who immediately revitalized the team's offense, with the Hawks scoring 7 points to stop the bleeding. Okongwu made a layup to enter the timeout. After the timeout, James and Davis connected, Trae Young hit a long three-pointer, and Jalen Johnson completed a fast break with a 2+1, ending the first quarter with the Lakers leading 31-28 by 3 points. In the second quarter, during the rotation phase, Trae Young and James led their respective teams, with both sides engaged in an offensive battle and the scores rising alternately. James assisted Hayes with an alley-oop, and Trae Young responded by scoring and celebrating with a technical foul. The referees began awarding free throws to the Lakers, with Davis replacing James, and Reeves assisting Knocket to make another three-pointer. However, the Hawks remained close,…

Heat Suspends Butler for 7 Games with a Loss of $2.35 Million! Famous Criticizes Riley for Overstepping, Warriors Have Discussed Trades On January 4th, Beijing time, the drama surrounding Butler's departure from the Heat has escalated. In response to Butler's trade request, the Heat officially announced his suspension without pay for seven games and stated that they will consider offers for him. The Warriors, previously mentioned by Butler as a team he was interested in joining, have already engaged in preliminary trade discussions with the Heat. Heat Suspends Butler for 7 Games In the face of Butler's clear demand for a trade, even publicly stating his willingness to go anywhere but Miami, Pat Riley of the Heat has shown a tough stance. After confirming the authenticity of the news, the team began to formally listen to trade offers for Butler. The Heat then quickly issued a statement, citing unfavorable behavior since the start of the season, especially in recent weeks, as the reason for suspending Butler without pay for seven games. According to the labor agreement, Butler will lose 1/145 of his annual salary per game, which is 346,543,totaling346,543, totaling 346,543,totaling2.35 million for seven games. Since it is a team suspension rather than a league suspension, only Butler's salary is affected, not the Heat's luxury tax. More importantly, including these seven suspended games, Butler will miss 17 games this season. This means he cannot miss any remaining games to meet the "65-game" rule and retain eligibility for regular-season awards. Whether or not he can win awards such as the All-NBA…

On January 3rd, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continues. In the recently concluded Eastern Conference matchup, the Bucks hosted the home game against the Nets, who are known for tanking. What was expected to be an easy victory turned out to be a surprising 113-110 upset for the Bucks, even with their three superstars on the court, and this happened while Simmons was resting. In this game, Russell, the new addition to the Nets, started and contributed 11 points, 3 rebounds, and 12 assists in 27 minutes. Adding to his debut performance against the Raptors with 22 points, 2 rebounds, and 8 assists, Russell has achieved an average of 10 assists in his first two games with the Nets, completely revitalizing the team's offensive system. Even the head coach couldn't help but praise Russell's passing vision and high-quality pick-and-roll plays, and core player Thomas also expressed that Russell's addition is great, as he has a high IQ and excels in both passing and shooting. Seeing Russell's immediate success after leaving, Lakers fans must be feeling very regretful. Pelinka traded Russell for Smith and Milton, whose combined debut scores were not even as high as Russell's average assists, causing doubts among the Lakers players about whether this trade was really beneficial. It's worth noting that this marks the second time Russell has been sent to the Nets by the Lakers. During the offseason, the management repeatedly used Russell as a bargaining chip, making it clear that the Lakers' future does not involve him. Therefore, there was much concern from the…

The first round of All-Star voting results are out! James ranks third in the West! The King of Votes is still him! As new talents emerge in the NBA, older stars gradually fade from the league. Even former poster players cannot change this fate; they just fade out more slowly. The highly anticipated NBA All-Star Game is getting closer. On January 3, 2025, Beijing time, the NBA officially announced the first phase of the 2025 All-Star voting results, with Giannis Antetokounmpo as the top vote-getter and LeBron James ranking third among Western Conference frontcourt players. Giannis' popularity is undeniable. Despite being in a small market, his personal strength is impressive, especially after winning the NBA championship and MVP this year. He is now the top vote-getter in the Eastern Conference and the entire league. It's worth noting that Giannis was also the top vote-getter in both the Eastern Conference and the entire league in last year's first-round All-Star voting, which shows the high level of his skills and popularity. Giannis has a good chance of winning the top vote-getter again this year, as the All-Star selection is primarily based on popularity, unlike the regular-season MVP voting rules. Looking at last year's top vote-getter, LeBron James, he is only third among Western Conference frontcourt players in this year's first-round voting. The King is indeed getting older, but he still has the skills. The league is now dominated by young players, and this transition is reasonable. If LeBron were to remain the top vote-getter every year until retirement, that would be unusual.…

On January 3rd, Lakers team reporter Dave Mcmenamin reported that the Jazz may want the Lakers to cancel the top 4 protections of the first round in 2027 and add another first-round pick to trade for Kessler. Kessler is currently 23 years old, with an annual salary of only $2.97 million, a height of 213cm + a wingspan of 229cm, possessing strong rim protection capabilities and agile mobility, making him one of the most popular frontcourt players in the league at present. This season, Kessler has started 26 games for the Jazz, averaging 29.8 minutes per game, contributing 10.2 points + 10.9 rebounds + 2.7 blocks, with a shooting percentage as high as 70.6%, ranking second in the league in blocks. If the trade is completed, his combination with Anthony Davis (averaging 2 blocks per game, ranked fourth) will surely form a new "Los Angeles No-Fly Zone." Article by Yuan Jiajun Edited by Yuan Jiajun What do you think about the Lakers' lineup and the potential Kessler trade? Do you think the Lakers can acquire Kessler to form a new frontcourt duo with Anthony Davis? Welcome to leave your active comments in the comment section!