On this remarkable day, the hands of Beijing time pointed to December 26th, and the NBA Christmas battle welcomed its last thrilling matchup. The visiting Nuggets faced the formidable Suns, and their game was like an epic narrative poem. The game began with the Nuggets' players stepping onto the court with full enthusiasm and determination, eager to leave their mark on this battleground. However, the Suns were superior in strength, suppressing the Nuggets' counterattacks with a strong offensive onslaught. Despite the Nuggets' efforts to fight for the ball, they could not break through the Suns' tight defense. The game entered a tense and heated stage, with the final score set at 100-110, leaving the Nuggets regretfully defeated by the Suns. This loss was undoubtedly a heavy blow to the Nuggets. However, they did not give up, knowing that every failure is a stepping stone to success. They will continue to work hard, hoping to achieve victory when they face the Suns again in future games. Under the glittering NBA stars, two giants engaged in a spectacular contest. It was a competition of talent and skill, the dialogue between Jokic and Durant. On the NBA court, they each represented unique basketball styles. Jokic, like an all-around warrior, displayed his overflowing talent at every moment of the game. With his rich scoring methods and flexible mind, each of his attacks was like a meticulously choreographed dance. He could control the rhythm of the game, whether fighting for rebounds under the basket or passing assists on the court, showcasing his exceptional abilities. Durant,…

The pre-game excitement continues to rise: the showdown between superstars is filled with endless suspense. It's as if two supreme masters are about to engage in a thrilling battle on the field, where every move and glance could be the key to victory. This matchup between superstars fills people's hearts with anticipation, eagerly waiting to witness this suspenseful and exciting duel. Now, let's shift our attention to the starting lineups of both sides. The 76ers have sent out Maxey, Oubre, George, Kenyon Martin, and Embiid, who are well-prepared, with their intense desire for victory clearly visible in their eyes. On the Spurs' side, Paul, Vassell, Barnes, Sohan, and Wenban Yama will step onto the court, these players have been waiting impatiently, ready to break the silence at the sound of the whistle and engage in fierce competition on the court to determine the outcome. The first quarter begins with a fierce battle: the game starts off in a stalemate, and Wenban begins to stand out in this contest. The atmosphere on the court is tense, with both sides going back and forth, the score alternating and difficult to pull apart. In this intense confrontation, Wenban relies on his strength and skills to gradually attract everyone's attention, showcasing his extraordinary potential. The opening whistle is like a sharp sword piercing the tranquility of the arena, and the tense and stimulating atmosphere immediately spreads like a surging tide. Embiid takes the lead in igniting a strong offensive desire, after receiving the ball in the paint, he tightly presses against Wenban Yama with…

Brownie is doing well, scoring 15 points with 7 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3 steals in one game, and then 23 points with 9 rebounds and 5 assists in the next, totaling 38 points, 16 rebounds, and 11 assists in back-to-back games. The young prince is playing better and better, gradually meeting everyone's expectations, and also making his father proud. Some may argue that performing well in the development league is enough to start blowing it up? Please, Brownie is just a second-round pick at No. 55, and he's only recently turned 20. It's already exciting that he can make a difference in the G League. If Brownie can continue to grow wildly, it's believed that he will become a rotation player for the Lakers in the future, regardless of whether James is still in the purple and gold army at that time. Speaking of the Lakers, their record has quietly climbed to fifth in the West. Last season at this time, they were ninth in the West with a record of 16 wins and 15 losses, while they have now left their intra-city rivals, the Clippers, behind, with both teams having a record of 18 wins and 13 losses. It's worth noting that the Lakers have completed a 4-0 sweep of the Kings this season, with Davis' career record against Sabonis reaching 4-1, which was previously 0-10. On the other hand, the Kings did not change their tactics after changing coaches. After losing to the Lakers, they suffered six consecutive defeats, with a current record of 13 wins and…

This season's NBA regular season has been going on for more than two months, and the Western Conference is in chaos. Several top teams such as the Clippers, Nuggets, and Lakers have slowly caught up with the fourth-place Mavericks, making it seem that a 60% winning rate is not a safe threshold for playoff tickets! Over these two months of games, my most direct feeling is that there are fewer and fewer stars in the entire league who can lead their teams to a guaranteed bottom line! Let me give you some examples: Curry, at nearly 37 years old, has seen his average stats drop to 22 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 6.4 assists this season, with a record of 12 wins and 14 losses in the games he played. In many tough matches, Curry always seems to be in a slump, such as shooting 4 out of 14 against the Cavaliers, 2 out of 13 against the Pacers, and 0 out of 7 against the Grizzlies. The Warriors also suffered defeat after defeat, dropping from first place in the West at the beginning of the season. Another example is the Suns, who have a record of 1 win and 9 losses when Durant is absent; when Booker is absent, the team's record is 1 win and 5 losses. The Suns' total salary exceeds 220million,butwithoutasuperstarworth220 million, but without a superstar worth 220million,butwithoutasuperstarworth50 million, they become a mediocre team. Where did the remaining 170milliongo?EspeciallyBill,whoearns170 million go? Especially Bill, who earns 170milliongo?EspeciallyBill,whoearns50.2 million but averages only 19 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists,…

NBA regular season continues with the Lakers, fresh off a major trade, hosting the league-leading Cavaliers! LeBron James faces his old team, ensuring no shortage of excitement! In this game, two newly acquired players for the Lakers, Smith and Milton, will make their debuts! The performance of these new additions is highly anticipated! Vincent, however, will miss the game due to a strain. Before the game, the Lakers announced their starting lineup, which remains unchanged with James, Davis, Hachimura, Reeves, and Christie. Finney-Smith is on standby as a substitute! On the Cavaliers' side, four key players—Mitchell, Garland, Allen, and Mobley—are all available to play. The game began with the Cavaliers quickly finding their rhythm, while the Lakers struggled with a low overall shooting percentage. After Strus completed a 3+1, the Cavaliers led 27:14 in the first quarter. However, after the substitutes entered the game, the Lakers became more aggressive on both offense and defense. Smith and Milton made their debuts in this quarter and scored, ending the first quarter with the Lakers trailing 30:34. In the second quarter, the Lakers' offense became more efficient, with James and Reeves delivering impressive offensive performances. The Lakers took the lead before Mitchell and Garland led the Cavaliers on a 7:0 run to regain the advantage. At halftime, the Lakers trailed 53:58. The third quarter started with the Cavaliers once again taking the initiative. Garland and Strus hit consecutive three-pointers to extend the Cavaliers' lead, forcing a timeout from the Lakers. After the timeout, the Lakers gradually regained their footing and closed the gap,…

NBA regular season continues, with the Lakers playing away against the Grizzlies. Currently, the Lakers have four wins and three losses, ranking fifth in the West, while the Grizzlies have four wins and four losses, ranking tenth in the West. In this game, Davis and Hachimura are absent due to injuries, and young players Hayes and Knickert replace them in the starting lineup. Can James lead the team to victory on his own? Entering the first quarter, the Grizzlies quickly take a 4-0 lead, with Russell scoring 4 points to keep up with the score. Morant and Zach Eddy continue to score, widening the gap to 6 points. James hits a buzzer-beating three-pointer to close the gap, but is immediately countered by the opponent, with Morant also scoring consecutively to further widen the gap. At this point, Reeves and Russell step up to score continuously to stay close. Little Pippen and Jaren Jackson score 5 points to extend the lead to 8 points. James steps up to hit a three-pointer, and Coloc also dunks under the basket, with the opponent scoring as well. The first quarter ends with the Lakers trailing 27-35, 8 points behind. The game enters the second quarter, with James scoring first with a layup, followed by Reeves' jumper, reducing the gap to 3 points. The Grizzlies' Zach Eddy and Aldama step up to score continuously, extending the lead to 8 points. James scores 4 points to reduce the gap to 2 points. Morant completes a 2+1 and scores again with a riding shot, extending the lead…

NBA Today's Milestones: Westbrook 16+10+10+4 Makes History! Jokic 36+22+1...‌ Beijing Time, December 31, 2024. Here are the important statistics and milestones of the NBA today:‌ Hart 23 points, 15 rebounds, 10 assists The Knicks defeated the Wizards 126-106. Hart shot 7 for 15, including 4 for 8 from three-point range, scoring 23 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists. Hart achieved his ninth triple-double with the Knicks, surpassing Randle (8 times) to rank fourth in team history (the top three are Walt Frazier with 23 times, Michael Ray Richardson with 18 times, and Richie Guerin with 16 times). Oubre 8 steals The 76ers defeated the Trail Blazers 125-103. Kelly Oubre of the 76ers shot 6 for 10, made all 3 free throws, scoring 15 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, 8 steals, and 1 block. A single game with 8 steals, setting a new career high (previously 6 times); Became the ninth player in team history to have at least 8 steals in a single game; Avdija 10 turnovers In this game, Trail Blazers player Avdija shot 5 for 9, scoring 17 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 assists, with 10 turnovers. Avdija became the sixth player in team history to have 10+ turnovers in a single game; Westbrook 201 triple-doubles The Nuggets defeated the Jazz 132-121 away. Westbrook started the game, shooting 7 for 7 and making both free throws, scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists, 4 steals, and 0 turnovers. Westbrook achieved his 201st career triple-double; Westbrook achieved a triple-double with 100% shooting efficiency for the second time in his…

NBA regular season, an internal battle in the West, the Clippers against the Spurs. Although the Clippers are ranked higher than the Spurs, they are playing back-to-back games, plus Cardi Zige is not playing, so it's not that easy to win. The key to victory is whether they can contain Wenyambo. The Spurs have sent out their full squad, determined to win this crucial battle for position, which is worth two games. In the first half, the Clippers were thrashed by the Spurs, trailing by as many as 20 points, 43-63. The Clippers' offense clearly had major issues, with Harden struggling to keep the team afloat in the first quarter, but completely fizzling out in the second, while his teammates were not pulling their weight. Additionally, the team's signature defense was nowhere to be seen, and turnovers were also high. The Spurs played very well, with Wenyambo attacking and defending comprehensively, and Paul orchestrating from behind. Under their leadership, the other players also played comfortably. Powell scored 12 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals; Zubac scored 3 points and 3 rebounds; Dunn scored 7 points; Harden scored 13 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal, and 1 block; Sohan scored 4 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 steal; Barnes scored 3 points and 3 rebounds; Wen Ban scored 21 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 blocks; Vassell scored 6 points, 2 rebounds, and 3 steals; Paul scored 5 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 steals; Castle scored 5 points, 2 rebounds, and 3 assists; Keldon…

In the history of the NBA, whether players can erupt into conflicts on the court is directly related to the intensity of the game and the refereeing standards. From the perspective of fans and spectators, this is something they are happy to see. Competitive sports inevitably involve intense physical collisions, and conflicts are part of the game. Over the past decade or so, the NBA's viewership has been declining, and its attention has also been decreasing year by year. This is directly related to the game style promoted by the NBA officials. In short, there are too many fouls for minor infractions in today's games, and referees have a significant influence on the game! Why were the games so popular in the past? It was because the league style at that time was to let the players decide more problems on the court themselves, encouraging confrontation while making team tactics more diverse! In the past few days, the NBA league has experienced two large-scale conflicts, resulting in a total of 9 people being ejected from the scene and the league issuing eight-game suspension fines so far. Let's first review some famous conflict events in NBA history: Firstly, the most famous conflict event in NBA history is the "Palace Brawl": During a regular-season game between the Pacers and the Pistons in 2024, the Pacers had an advantage in the first half, while the Pistons made a full comeback in the second half. With 45.9 seconds left in the game, Ben Wallace was fouled hard by Artest while making a strong move…

Philadelphia won 125-103 on the road against Portland, currently with a record of 13 wins and 17 losses, securing their fourth consecutive victory and nearing a return to the play-in tournament. We previously mentioned that once Embiid is able to play, Philadelphia has no problem making it into the playoffs in the East. Although Embiid's playing style is soft and he wipes the floor, his ability to maintain the team's lower limit is still there. Due to his fragile body, he uses a guard-style approach; otherwise, Embiid would have retired like Oden. The current issue is still with George. It's unclear whether George's cliff-like decline is due to his age or if his ball-handling rights in Philadelphia are even worse than in the Clippers? George's recent performance has been exaggerated. Today, George shot 4 for 9, made 1 of 3 three-pointers, scored 9 points with 6 rebounds, 4 assists, and 1 steal, but also had 4 turnovers and 5 fouls. This is a giant signed for a $50 million annual salary. Obviously, George has proven Harden wrong again because Harden seems to have overestimated George. In November interviews and after two games against Philadelphia, Harden gave his own evaluation of George. Harden said that George and himself are still close, and it's good that he left the Clippers because he's happy and making money in Philadelphia, then he'll get more opportunities than in the Clippers. At the same time, Harden also believes that with George gone, he will get more ball-handling rights and more opportunities. Harden's self-evaluation is accurate; this…