The San Antonio Spurs faced off against their old rivals, the Los Angeles Clippers, at home. Despite the absence of superstar Kawhi Leonard, the shadow of their first-round matchup remained. The coaching staff relied on excellent teamwork to expand the lead in the first half of the first quarter, but James Harden's sudden outburst helped stabilize the situation for the Clippers. However, the visiting team, playing back-to-back games, experienced fatigue issues, with many open shots failing to convert into points. This allowed the Spurs to execute fast breaks and dazzling ball movement, easily securing 37 assists and laying the groundwork for victory. Despite Tyronn Lue sending bench-end role players into the game in the middle of the third quarter, Spurs assistant coach Mitch Johnson had to keep Wembanyama on the court to ensure the win. This change exposed the true potential of the 20-year-old French center. In less than 26 minutes, he scored 27 points, grabbed 9 rebounds, dished out 5 assists, made 1 steal, and recorded 3 blocks, with a +22 plus-minus and a 55% shooting percentage. Such an efficient offensive and defensive performance left opponents in awe. Over the past eight games, Clippers center Zubac has averaged double-doubles in points and rebounds. However, when matched up against Wembanyama, he set a humiliating record of 5 points and 7 rebounds, reducing his $58 million value to that of a blue-collar worker. While acknowledging the team's poor record, one must also recognize Wembanyama's terrifying and unparalleled natural talent. As a sophomore rookie, he has not yet received many honors but…

On the last day of 2024, two regular season games were held in the CBA, both resulting in upsets. Fujian defeated Jiangsu, ending their 15-game losing streak. Meanwhile, Zhejiang, on a 10-game winning streak, lost at home to Shenzhen, who were ranked third from the bottom, which was a huge upset. However, Zhejiang's ranking remained in the top three. Zhejiang should not have lost this game. Despite the absence of Cheng Shaipeng and Yu Jiahao only playing for 12 minutes before exiting the game, these were not excuses for the loss. Despite an incomplete lineup, their strength was still above Shenzhen's, especially since Shenzhen was also missing a key player, Zhou Peng. In this game, Zhejiang somewhat underestimated their opponents, not playing seriously, or perhaps being a bit lax. In the second half of the second quarter, they were hit by Shenzhen with a 26-4 run, trailing by as many as 24 points. Fortunately, they managed to recover some points in the latter part of the third quarter, reducing the gap to 4 points. However, in the fourth quarter, the gap widened again to double digits. But at this point, Zhejiang launched a furious counterattack, almost achieving a great comeback. The most classic moment occurred in the final 34 seconds when Zhejiang was only down by 6 points. A miraculous scene unfolded. Zhejiang's foreign aid, York, emerged as a hero. Under the cover of his teammates, he made two consecutive long-range leaning back three-pointers, which could also be called unreasonable three-pointers, with very fast and difficult shots. Then, in another…

This season of the NBA can truly be described as a display of diverse talents and unexpected developments! As the season progresses, both the Thunder in the West and the Cavaliers in the East have consistently shown dominant performances, maintaining their positions as leaders. The Thunder have achieved a remarkable 12-game winning streak, with a record of 27 wins and 5 losses, securing the top spot in the West with a five-game lead over the second-place team. Similarly, the Cavaliers in the East have been steadily winning games, demonstrating their dominance with a record of 29 wins and 4 losses, leading the second-place Celtics by five games. The Thunder and Cavaliers represent the epitome of stability this season. However, there are also teams within the league that started poorly but managed to turn things around later in the season. Notable examples include the Grizzlies and Mavericks from the West, as well as the Bucks and 76ers from the East. These teams did not perform well at the beginning of the season; the Bucks and 76ers were even ranked at the bottom of the Eastern Conference for an extended period. But in the past month or so, they have rediscovered their winning ways. In their last 19 games, the Bucks have won 14, propelling them to fifth place in the East. The 76ers have won 10 out of their last 13 games, moving up from last place in the East to eleventh. They are the epitome of teams that started slow but picked up momentum later. On the other hand, there…

With the continuous evolution of NBA game strategies, scoring has become much easier for players today compared to a decade ago. This season alone, over 40 players in the league have averaged more than 20 points per game. Considering that superstar pairings have become commonplace in the current NBA landscape, we've witnessed numerous high-scoring duos within teams, many of whom have combined averages exceeding 50 points. For instance, this season's Bucks duo of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard have a combined average of 58.6 points. However, since the regular season is far from over, their performance may still fluctuate. Excluding this season, let's explore the highest-scoring duos in NBA history. Anthony & Iverson (52.1 points per game in the 08 season) In the mid-2006-2007 season, Allen Iverson was traded to the Nuggets. Although he was no longer at his peak, he still had considerable scoring ability. At the same time, the Nuggets' star player, Carmelo Anthony, had matured, forming an explosive backcourt duo with Iverson. By the 2007-2008 season, both their averages ranked in the top five in the league, with Iverson averaging 26.4 points (third in the league) and Anthony close behind with 25.7 points (fourth in the league). Under the leadership of Anthony and Iverson, the Nuggets won five more games in the regular season than the previous year. However, due to fierce Western Conference competition, their ranking dropped to eighth, and they were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs that year. James & Wade (52.2 points per game in the 11 season) In 2010, the…

Translation of the article content into English: James has been in the NBA since 03 and can be said to be the best number one pick in the NBA in the past 25 years. So far, his personal honors and influence are unparalleled. In these 7 seasons with the Cavaliers, he has led the team to the conference finals and even the finals many times, but he has never won a championship. This is indeed a very difficult thing for James. Therefore, it is reasonable for James to leave the Cavaliers. He opted out of his contract with the Cavaliers in the 10th season and became a free agent in the market. Let's take a look at some of the offers from the league's teams at that time. When James became a free agent, the league was definitely in an uproar, which is undeniable. At that time, 7 teams were extremely crazy, including the home team Cavaliers, Bulls, Heat, Nets, Clippers, New York Knicks, and Dallas Mavericks. The Cavaliers, in order to keep James, sent out their top management and owners, offering everything to meet James' conditions. Some fans even held up signs saying "Stay here, this is your future." The Mavericks went so far as to create a personal website for James, inviting fans to sign up on it, with the offer set by James himself. The Bulls, Clippers, Knicks, etc., all offered the same conditions, meeting everything James wanted. So why did he choose the Heat in the end? Let's first look at the stakes on both sides.…

NBA star salaries have been skyrocketing, with supermax contracts flying around, and garbage contracts are also emerging one after another. Just in the past 10 years, many star players' garbage contracts have reached textbook levels, serving as lessons of blood and tears! Take Harris for example, from signing a 4-year, 64millioncontractwiththeMagictoa5−year,64 million contract with the Magic to a 5-year, 64millioncontractwiththeMagictoa5−year,180 million contract with the 76ers, and then a 2-year, 52millionbigcontractwiththePistons,establishingthereputationofthe"EmperorofWorkers."There′salsoBeal,holdinga5−year,52 million big contract with the Pistons, establishing the reputation of the "Emperor of Workers." There's also Beal, holding a 5-year, 52millionbigcontractwiththePistons,establishingthereputationofthe"EmperorofWorkers."There′salsoBeal,holdinga5−year,251 million supermax contract in one hand and a trade veto power in the other, lacking virtue but causing great harm! Last offseason, the NBA league signed an 11-year, 77billionsuperbroadcastingcontract,breakinghistoricalrecords!Atthesametime,manystarsintheleaguehavesignedcontractsworthover77 billion super broadcasting contract, breaking historical records! At the same time, many stars in the league have signed contracts worth over 77billionsuperbroadcastingcontract,breakinghistoricalrecords!Atthesametime,manystarsintheleaguehavesignedcontractsworthover200 million, such as Tatum of the Celtics (5 years, 315million),BarnesoftheRaptors(5years,315 million), Barnes of the Raptors (5 years, 315million),BarnesoftheRaptors(5years,224 million), Markkanen of the Jazz (5 years, 238million),WagnerJr.oftheMagic(5years,238 million), Wagner Jr. of the Magic (5 years, 238million),WagnerJr.oftheMagic(5years,224 million), Mobley Jr. of the Cavaliers (5 years, 224million),CunninghamofthePistons(5years,224 million), Cunningham of the Pistons (5 years, 224million),CunninghamofthePistons(5years,226 million), George of the 76ers (4 years, 212million)andMaxey(4years,212 million) and Maxey (4 years, 212million)andMaxey(4years,202 million), Anunoby of the Knicks (5 years, 212.5million),andMurrayoftheNuggets(4years,212.5 million), and Murray of the Nuggets (4 years, 212.5million),andMurrayoftheNuggets(4years,209 million), etc. Next, let's take a look at the garbage contracts in the NBA this season and see who is the "MVP" among them. Among these 200milliongiants,theleastfamousandmostcriticizedisMurrayoftheNuggets!MurrayisluckytohavejoinedtheleagueandhuggedJokic′sthigh,tastingthetasteofthechampionship;Murrayisalsounlucky,hisstrength,data,andpopularityarenoteye−catchingamongtheluxuriousWesternConferenceguards,andhehasneverplayedintheAll−StarGame.Evenso,Murraystillmadesteadyprogressintherenewalnegotiation,NuggetsgeneralmanagerBoothhadnochoicebuttogivehima4−year,200 million giants, the least famous and most criticized…

Hey, guys! We're talking about something today that will definitely get you excited! Eric Pincus just dropped a bombshell on BR, saying that the Sacramento Kings have set their sights on the third pick in the draft, Jaden Ivey, from the Houston Rockets, and this time they're serious! This is really interesting. The Kings are even willing to part with their star player, De'Aaron Fox, just to get Ivey. This move has left me speechless! Seriously, Fox plays with real energy, his speed is like a rocket, averaging over 20 points per game is no joke. Let's talk about the trade proposal first, it's a big one! The Kings are offering Fox, Lyles, and McDermott, while the Rockets would have to give up Ivey, Whitmore, Green, Tate, and Landale, plus three first-round picks and swap rights. Wow, that's quite an array! To be honest, Fox's contract is about to expire, he'll need to renegotiate in the summer of 2026. Given his current value, he'll definitely want a max contract, which isn't pocket change! The Kings' management is being very calculating, afraid that spending this money might tie them down, so they'd rather exchange for some young players and draft picks now. On the Rockets' side, Ivey is a real gem! He plays with a certain flair, is ferocious on defense, and comprehensive on offense. His partner, Whitmore, is also a good player. If we could get these two, the Kings would really hit the jackpot! However, the Kings are also quite greedy, wanting Jabari Smith Jr. as well. That's wishful…

As the world's highest level of basketball competition, almost every player entering the NBA carries tremendous pressure, especially those selected in the lottery. Even with their outstanding physical talents and personal abilities, it is their first time entering a high-intensity league, so stage fright during their debut can be a big problem for many players. However, there are also those who start their careers with ease from their very first game, showing no signs of nervousness and ultimately leaving behind impressive debut statistics. Today, let's take a look at the top five debut performances in NBA history. Lamar Odom - 30 points, 12 rebounds, 2 steals, 2 blocks Odom is undoubtedly a player who transcends his era. As a forward, Odom's skills are quite comprehensive. He can dribble and organize, has a decent outside shooting touch, and is equally imposing on defense. Whether it's top defense against ball handlers or targeting off-ball opponents, Odom can make significant contributions to his team. Such a player would undoubtedly shine in today's league, as long as they have stable shooting and good defensive capabilities, they are already very popular. However, Odom still managed to play in the league for 14 years with his all-around skills and solid fundamentals. In the 1999-2000 season, Odom started his career with an eye-catching performance. In his debut against the Seattle SuperSonics, Odom unleashed his firepower, going 10-for-18 from the field to score 30 points, showcasing his all-around scoring ability. He also grabbed 12 rebounds, dished out 3 assists, and completed 2 steals and 2 blocks, contributing to…

In the NBA league, most players will experience a noticeable decline after the age of 30, and they may be replaced by younger players at any time, ultimately being eliminated by the league. In recent years, several powerful stars have suddenly bid farewell to the NBA stage. If it weren't mentioned, many fans might not even know that these six stars have faded away from the NBA stage. For example, Austin Rivers, the pride of the Rivers family, was once the top high school player in the United States. With his outstanding skills and sharp breakthroughs, he became a good choice for a substitute shooting guard. At his peak, he was also a bench bandit, averaging over 10 points per game for multiple seasons. However, at the age of 30, which is considered the prime of a player's career, he unexpectedly announced his retirement, surprising many fans. Serge Ibaka was also a tough player in the NBA, especially on the defensive end, where he was an undoubted tough guy. During his time with the Thunder, he was the shot-blocking champion, and his combination of height and agility made him extremely intimidating under the basket. After a major injury, he underwent a splendid transformation and successfully won the championship. Now, with his achievements, Ibaka has chosen to transfer to Europe, which can be described as having more money, less work, and being closer to home. Similarly, Derrick Rose's retirement was also unexpected. Last season, as a backup point guard for the Grizzlies, he still managed to contribute an average of 8…

The NBA season has been underway for some time now, with teams experiencing various trajectories. Some have started slow but have managed to find their footing and return to a competitive level. For instance, the Milwaukee Bucks had a rough start to the season, winning only two out of their first ten regular-season games and ranking last in the Eastern Conference at one point. However, the Bucks are a team with a strong foundation, bolstered by the powerful duo of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard. They quickly adjusted their game and climbed back up to the top six in the East, maintaining their championship aspirations. Similarly, the Philadelphia 76ers have shown improvement recently, going 8-2 in their last ten games and breaking into the top 20 in the latest team power rankings. Early in the season, the 76ers struggled due to injuries and lineup adjustments, which kept them at the bottom of the Eastern Conference. Now, with Joel Embiid's return and his reassertion of dominance in the paint, along with George's improving chemistry with the team, the 76ers' trio of Maxey, Embiid, and George is proving to be a formidable force. With less than half of the regular season completed, the 76ers have a chance to make a significant push and climb to the top of the Eastern Conference. However, not all teams have experienced such a turnaround. There are still five teams with a win rate below 30%, including the Charlotte Hornets, Toronto Raptors, Washington Wizards, Utah Jazz, and New Orleans Pelicans. Among these, the Pelicans have been particularly…