Prior to this, the Lakers and the Nets reached a blockbuster trade. The Lakers sent Russell, Lewis, and three second-round picks to Brooklyn in exchange for Finney Smith and Milton. This unexpected trade immediately attracted widespread attention from many fans and media. Many people were very sorry to see Russell leave. Former NBA player Howard discussed this trade on his blog show. He even angrily criticized James, saying that the Lakers' trade was entirely the decision of General Manager James because he had had enough of Russell, which is why the Lakers suddenly made such a trade. I know today is LeBron's birthday, it's only 10 o'clock, but the league has already publicized it 90 million times. It can be seen from Howard's remarks that he believes that the Lakers' trade was completely led by James. At the same time, he is also very dissatisfied with the league's publicity of James' birthday. What do you think about this matter?

On December 31st, Beijing time, the Warriors played against the Cavaliers at home, and the game ended with the Warriors losing to the Cavaliers 95-113. In this game, the Warriors' three-point shooting was only 9 out of 38, with a shooting percentage of just 33.3%. In contrast, the Cavaliers made 18 out of 47 three-pointers, including an impressive 8 out of 14 in the third quarter. When the Cavaliers were able to execute such an offensive performance, the Warriors found it difficult to keep up. To make matters worse, the Warriors also committed 14 turnovers in the game, and despite earning 26 free throw attempts, they only managed to convert 20 of them. It can be said that in this game, the Cavaliers' offense completely overwhelmed the Warriors, so the Warriors' loss was not undeserved. In this season, Steve Kerr's player rotation has been criticized by many, especially his use of Bjelica, which has been particularly questioned. Kerr's post-game comments have once again drawn criticism. After the game, Kerr said in an interview: "I may feel better about our young players now than ever before. I mentioned a few nights ago that I think Kuminga is making a breakthrough in terms of his understanding of things. I believe Davis is also making a leap. I love Bjelica, and I like what he brings to the table: his tenacity, his toughness, and his basketball IQ." While many did not object to Kerr praising Kuminga and Davis, his praise for Bjelica was met with skepticism. Compared to his rookie season, Bjelica has…

According to the latest report from American media, insiders in the league believe that Kings star De'Aaron Fox will push for a trade before the deadline. The Kings may consider all options, and the Rockets are likely to be the best potential trading partner for the Kings. Their draft picks and promising young stars make it hard for the Kings to refuse, especially after VanVleet's consecutive poor performances. The Rockets' desire for a trade has become increasingly strong. VanVleet's salary this season is $42.85 million, the highest in the Rockets team. So far this season, VanVleet has played 30 games for the Rockets, averaging 15.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, 6 assists, and 1.4 steals per game. His shooting percentage is 37.9%, the second-lowest of his career, with a three-point percentage of 32.5%, a career low, and a free-throw percentage of 79.7%, also a career low. In yesterday's loss to the Heat, VanVleet performed poorly again and was even ejected from the game. He played for 38 minutes and 14 seconds, making only 6 of 17 shots, including 4 of 10 from three-point range, scoring 16 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 steals, and 2 blocks. Meanwhile, the Kings are experiencing a six-game losing streak, and their head coach has been fired. Fox previously rejected the team's offer of a three-year, $165 million early renewal contract, leaving his future in Sacramento uncertain. The chaotic situation in the Kings has intensified discussions about Fox's future direction. This management is really incompetent, Brown is just a scapegoat. According to ESPN reporter Ramona, sources say…

The ups and downs of life are more common than we imagine. Ben Simmons, labeled as a "genius" player, seems to be experiencing a long-awaited "highlight moment." But is his reversal truly convincing? Or can his outburst bear the weight of those heavy expectations and doubts? The answer may not be simple. Never has a high-paying contract like Simmons' caused so much anger among countless fans. A staggering $177 million over 5 years, yet it brought about disappointing game after game. He once played on thin ice, as if carrying an invisible mountain that almost made him breathless. He dared not shoot or attack, lowering people's expectations of the "No. 1 pick" and even making them question whether the extravagant praise was genuine or just excessive hype. Once considered a candidate to succeed LeBron James, people now prefer to call him a "fragile heart" stereotype. But the irony of fate lies in its love for dramatic twists. The Brooklyn Nets management has been looking for opportunities to "deal with" the burden of this big contract. Unfortunately, there is almost zero interest in Simmons in the market. Even if a team wants to take advantage, they are unwilling to take on a player with a consistently poor performance and a huge contract burden. And what about a buyout? That would be akin to cutting off one's own arm, and the Nets management clearly does not have such courage. But who could have thought that in a lineup adjustment this season, Simmons seized the opportunity and actually played with a hint of…

Since the Sacramento Kings fired head coach Mike Brown, this best coach who just completed a renewal in the offseason has now become a scapegoat for players and management. Despite All-Star guard De'Aaron Fox actively clarifying that he had no direct relationship with Brown's dismissal, his various actions have begun to ferment. Focusing on the true face of the Kings suffering five consecutive losses after being killed by a 3+1 by Ayton, the head coach was furious and directly blamed the players for not following the tactics during the post-game media conference. Perhaps it was this angry speech that completely caused the Kings to disintegrate from within. However, this farce has not ended. The seemingly stable Fox is making his final efforts. He previously rejected a 3-year $165 million renewal contract offered by management and later joined forces with agent Rich Paul to challenge management, hoping to leave the city of Sacramento before the trade deadline. Given the team's current competitive state, it is difficult to have any leverage to retain Fox. For the contract expiring in 2026, the Kings do not want to lose this talent for nothing, so they must trade him to acquire more valuable assets. Among them, several potential suitors have emerged, such as the San Antonio Spurs, Houston Rockets, and Los Angeles Lakers, all of whom can offer more attractive chips. On December 31, 2024, Beijing time, Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report reported: The Sacramento Kings' high-level officials stated that they have a strong interest in the Rockets' No. 3 pick in 24 years, Reed…

Howard joined the Taoyuan Clouded Leopards at the age of 36, where he not only received an annual salary of $1.5 million but also had a luxurious cheerleading squad composed of many Taiwanese girls waiting for him. This lineup was enough to make Howard "get hard" again. After joining the team, Old Howard confidently declared that he wanted to contribute to the team. However, everyone knew that given Howard's character, the place where he probably wanted to "contribute" was likely the cheerleading squad with Taiwanese girls. As a former leading figure in the NBA, Howard's abilities are unquestionable. Although he is already 36 years old, he can still contribute in lower-level leagues. However, after joining his new team, he unexpectedly lost his previous dominance. It seems that in order to obtain the peak period of Taiwanese girls, he paid a huge price, which was to let the team's $1.5 million salary go down the drain. Due to Howard's lack of form, the team manager privately reminded him to focus his thoughts on the court. Even his agent seriously warned him twice not to "get hard" with those Taiwanese girls anymore, otherwise, he would face the risk of unemployment. Howard could only helplessly shift his attention to the court. However, as the saying goes, "A leopard cannot change its spots," he displayed his "racial advantage" in the gym and flirted with a well-known internet celebrity. Later, he went to a private club and met many socialites. However, the Taiwanese girls in the cheerleading squad were Howard's true love. To get them,…

The trade between the Lakers and the Nets has been completed, with the arrival of Finney Smith and Milton set to bring new elements to the Lakers. The team's playing style may undergo changes as a result. Today, Finney Smith spoke to reporters about his future role with the Lakers, discussing what he will bring to the team, which has left fans feeling very excited. Redick previously discussed Finney Smith, stating that he is a very versatile player capable of playing from one to five positions and possessing excellent three-point shooting ability on the court. Finney Smith believes that after joining the Lakers, he can play as a center in small-ball lineups at certain times, attracting defenses from the perimeter, creating space, and hitting three-pointers after screens to enrich the Lakers' tactics. It is clear that Finney Smith thinks that upon joining the Lakers, Redick can fully explore the team's playing style and try some small lineups. Finney Smith believes he can play the center position and has the ability to defend against some center players. In fact, the Lakers can completely accept Finney Smith's suggestion. Redick is also a very open-minded head coach in terms of tactics, constantly trying out new approaches. Moreover, the Lakers are currently very short on inside players. If Finney Smith can play the five spot and perform well, it could significantly reduce the burden on Davis. If Finney Smith plays the five spot for the Lakers, their offense might become faster, making it easier for them to execute defensive counterattacks. Additionally, they will have…

The regular season schedule has been underway for some time now. Looking at it currently, which team is the most dominant and has the best chance of competing for the championship? Some say it's the Celtics, after all, the Green Army as the defending champions, have a deep lineup, almost everyone has their own offensive ability. However, in reality, the Celtics have lost quite a few games this season. They still rely too much on their shooting touch to win, lacking stability. The Celtics are the team in the entire league that loves to shoot three-pointers the most, averaging 50.4 three-point attempts per game, firmly ranking first in the league, 6.4 more than the second-ranked Bulls. Teams that love to shoot three-pointers do indeed have strong scoring bursts, but once the players' shooting touch goes off, the game rhythm collapses, and points are lost quickly. It remains to be seen whether this style of play will hold up in the playoffs. Some also say it's the Cavaliers. From the beginning of the season until now, the Cavaliers have maintained the highest winning rate in the league, becoming one of the biggest dark horses of the new season. Although they don't have superstar-level stars, there are indeed many ordinary stars among them. Several starting core players are All-Star level players. The Cavaliers' strength lies in their all-for-one approach, high offensive efficiency, reasonable choice of playing style, and key moments when Mitchell Garland can step up. However, looking at the Cavaliers' lineup structure, it is somewhat deformed. The backcourt duo of Mitchell…

On December 31, 2024, Beijing time, the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 116-113 on the road, extending their winning streak while the Pelicans continued to sink into a nine-game losing streak. This game was undoubtedly an exciting offensive and defensive battle, with the Clippers' defense and key players' performances becoming decisive factors in the final outcome. However, the most shocking aspect of the game was not a single moment of offensive explosion, but rather three "unbelievable facts" that quietly emerged, changing the direction of the entire game. Game Review: Clippers' Hard-Fought Comeback Against the Pelicans The Pelicans' poor performance continued, as they had already suffered nine consecutive losses. The focus of this game was whether they could stop the decline in the absence of their two core players, Zion and Ingram. Despite this, the Pelicans still showed strong offensive firepower, with Murphy and McCollum combining for 67 points, repeatedly pushing the Clippers to the brink. However, the Clippers managed to pull off a comeback in the final moments thanks to the crucial performances of Harden and Powell. The game started with the Pelicans taking the lead with accurate three-point shooting and fast-paced offense, ending the first quarter with a 37-31 advantage. Although the Clippers completed a counterattack in the second quarter led by Powell, the Pelicans remained close in score. In the third quarter, the Pelicans widened the gap again, with the Clippers trailing at one point 77-65. It wasn't until the fourth quarter that the Clippers launched a counterattack under Powell's outstanding performance, ultimately securing the…

Shams: The Lakers are willing to trade three first-round picks. It's rare that the Lakers have finally woken up; I thought they were really planning to keep their first-round picks for future drafts? Look how happy James is, he's doing a celebratory dance... It feels so familiar, be careful not to receive a cease and desist letter. In fact, the Lakers weren't always reluctant to use their picks; they once offered Westbrook plus two first-round picks for Irving, but were rejected by the Nets. The Nets' asking price for Irving was Westbrook, Reeves, Christie, two first-round picks, and a pick swap, which the Lakers didn't agree to. To get back on topic, the Lakers plan to use three first-round picks to acquire a player who can play alongside LeBron and Davis, and also participate in Redick's coaching system over the next 3-5 years. Simply put, the Lakers want a young star. Currently, in the league, there seem to be only two players who meet this condition and could potentially be poached: former Klutch Sports client Trae Young and current client De'Aaron Fox... Enthusiastic netizens have the highest呼声for the Lakers to trade for Fox. But what the Lakers want may not align with the netizens' opinions. They previously showed strong interest in Trae Young, but seem less interested in De'Aaron Fox, who is now looking to leave the Kings, and we haven't even seen any reliable rumors about the two parties. Trae Young (26 years old) is younger than Fox (27 years old), has stronger leadership abilities, and his scoring ability…