The Lakers have been playing under the pressure of injuries this season, with players like Vanderbilt, Wood, and Hayes constantly out due to injuries. This has left the Lakers' bench rotation short-handed. Although Vincent returned this season, his shooting form has been poor, unable to help the team win games. Instead, young stars like Knickert and Christie have become important rotational players. Due to the severe injury problems within the team, these young stars have received more opportunities for training. The Lakers' "Big Three" exploded with a combined 76 points, 22 assists, and 18 rebounds, while James set a miracle, proving that the new star is indeed very useful. In the game between the Lakers and the Warriors, Davis had to leave the game due to an injury in the opening minutes. James and Curry led their teams in a fierce battle, with the score constantly changing hands. The Lakers' young stars Knickert and Christie exploded in the second quarter, leading the team on a 16-2 run to help the Lakers take the lead at halftime. The Lakers had established a lead of around 10 points by the third quarter, but Curry and Wiggins scored continuously, going on a 9-0 run, resulting in a fierce tug-of-war entering the final quarter. In the decisive moments, Curry hit consecutive three-pointers to help the Warriors tie the score, but Reeves made crucial free throws and completed a layup to secure the victory. The Lakers narrowly defeated the Warriors. Davis only played for 7 minutes before spraining his ankle, but fortunately, post-game tests showed…

On December 26, 2024, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued, with one of the focus matches being the Los Angeles Lakers challenging the Golden State Warriors away. In the first quarter, both sides were evenly matched, with Davis playing only 7 minutes and not returning to the court, resulting in a draw between the Lakers and the Warriors at 23:23. In the second quarter, under the leadership of James, the Lakers remained competitive throughout the game, engaging in a scoring battle. At halftime, the score was 55:52, with the Lakers leading by 3 points. In the third quarter, the Lakers maintained their good form while the Warriors appeared slightly sluggish. The Lakers won the quarter by 5 points, ending the third quarter with a score of 84:76, leading by 8 points. In the fourth quarter, the Warriors launched a counterattack and once narrowed the gap, but the Lakers managed to hold on to the lead. In the final moments of the game, the Warriors made an extreme comeback with a 7:0 run, closing the gap to 107:109. Christie made two free throws, reducing the suspense of the game, with 22.3 seconds left. Reeves hit the decisive shot, securing a 115-113 victory for the Lakers over the Warriors. James started the game for 36 minutes, shooting 12 out of 22, including 2 out of 4 from three-point range, scoring 31 points, 4 rebounds, 10 assists, and 2 steals. In the absence of Davis, James took on the offensive responsibilities for the Lakers, with the 40-year-old James performing exceptionally well, handling…

Curry: Only 4 People in NBA Truly Influenced the World, I'm Not Qualified Yet! The NBA has become the highest level of basketball competition not only because of its massive scale and successful commercialization but also largely due to the existence of these superstar players. With their exceptional skills and personal charm, these superstars have accelerated the development of basketball and expanded the influence of the NBA worldwide. Recently, Stephen Curry, the star player of the Warriors, talked about the four most influential NBA players in his mind during an interview. He claimed that these four players made significant contributions to the development of basketball and their influence truly reached a global level, which he believes he is not yet qualified to be compared with them. So, let's take a look at the legendary superstars in Curry's mind. Jordan Jordan holds an unshakable position in basketball history, just like Pele in football and Bolt in track and field, he is a benchmark figure in the industry. In Jordan's career, he won six championships and was elected as the Finals MVP each time, won five regular season MVPs, and ten scoring titles. It is precisely because of his unparalleled dominance that Jordan is also known as the "Basketball God." It is no exaggeration to say that Jordan truly brought the NBA to the world, making basketball one of the most popular sports globally. Kobe Kobe is the representative of the NBA's one-man-one-city concept. He dedicated his entire 20-year career to the Los Angeles Lakers and brought them five championship trophies. Kobe's…

In the final play of the game, after Reeves made a layup to secure the victory, there was still one second left for the Warriors. In a high-level competition like this, a lot can happen in the last second. Not to mention that the opposing team, the Warriors, had a player named Curry, who had just scored 17 points in the fourth quarter and made eight three-pointers. It's not impossible for him to hit a 25-meter super long three-pointer. After Reeves' buzzer-beater, notice that all the Lakers were celebrating with raised hands, even Christie had both arms up, but James chose to refuse celebration. Instead, he took a big step forward and rushed in front of Curry to start interfering with his catch, determined not to let Curry easily shoot the ball. As Curry took two steps forward to shake off James, there was only 0.1 seconds left, and he was already out of time when he shot. Even if Curry had really made the super long three-pointer, it would have been too late. At this point, the game was over, and James finally walked to the sidelines, tightly touching Reeves' head to encourage him and celebrate with his teammates. This scene shows how excellent and determined to win James is. While his teammates were celebrating, James' first thought was not to celebrate, but to defend and hold onto the ball. He also fully defended in the last second before the game ended. From a different baseline angle, it's clearer that after Reeves made the layup, Draymond Green wanted to…

The NBA regular season has reached its mid-point, and many teams in the league are considering trades. The Heat and Pacers have already made a 1-for-1 trade, with the Heat sending Thomas Bryant to the Pacers in exchange for a future second-round draft pick swap. This move aims to free up a roster spot for potential future trades and to convert two-way contracts into official ones. The Heat has been very active in the trade market recently, even openly stating that they would consider trading their star player, Butler. Last season, the Heat's performance was average, with Butler getting older, suffering from injuries, and his average stats gradually declining. There has been no repeat of last year's playoff upset against the Bucks. To ensure better future development for the team, Butler might really be traded away. Similarly, several top teams are particularly active in the trade market, eager to make significant adjustments to their rosters, with the Los Angeles Lakers being one such team. The Lakers started the season well but faltered as the schedule progressed. James, at 40 years old, is not as capable as he once was, and Davis' dominance in the paint is inconsistent. Crucially, the Lakers' role players are significantly inferior when compared to other strong teams. As a Western Conference scout said, if Reeves can be considered the Lakers' third-best player, it will be difficult for them to compete for the championship. Recently, the Lakers have also been looking for a star player to help them out. They have inquired about the cost of acquiring…

The Lakers' victory over the Warriors was a thrilling spectacle that showcased some exceptional basketball. The high-stakes nature of the year-end showdown is not something just anyone can handle. With the Lakers emerging victorious, what post-game developments are worth noting? Let's take a look at some interesting points. After the Lakers' win, Anthony Davis confirmed his status, LeBron James issued an official order, and Austin Reeves no longer conceals anything. We all know that Davis had little involvement in this game, even during periods when he wasn't injured, as evidenced by his three attempts without a single hit. So how is Davis' physical condition now? He has officially confirmed it himself. Post-game, Davis stated that he would be fine and would play in the next game against the Kings. Fortunately, the next game is scheduled for the 29th, giving Davis time to recover. We'll have to see how Davis fares; there could be variables. Everyone saw James' performance in this game; he remains at the top of his game. In this match, James also broke several records. The first record: James scored over 30 points for the seventh time in the year-end showdown, making him the second most frequent occurrence in history, only surpassed by Oscar Robertson. The second record: James' total score in the year-end showdown reached 507 points, making him the first in NBA history, a feat unlikely to be broken. After the game, James also discussed many things. When asked about Davis' injury withdrawal, James officially issued an order. James bluntly stated that no one can replace…

According to the latest reports from American media, the Golden State Warriors have officially announced that head coach Steve Kerr will be leaving his position. The reason behind this decision is that Kerr has gradually lost control of the locker room, with many players questioning his tactical command abilities. Not only have the players expressed their opinions on Kerr's departure, but team owner Joe Lacob also believes it is time to bring in a new coach with extensive coaching experience to lead the team forward. Lacob understands that the team needs new tactical ideas and leadership styles to overcome its current difficulties. At the same time, the Warriors are planning significant adjustments to their roster, aiming to increase the team's overall height to strengthen defensive and competitive capabilities. During Kerr's tenure, he favored recruiting shorter guards, which to some extent led to deficiencies in defense and competition for the team. To change this situation, Lacob has made it clear that he will actively seek out players with outstanding athleticism and obvious height advantages to enhance the team's interior strength. In this series of changes, Bjelica and Kuminga have been included in the Warriors' trade plan, bidding farewell to their teammate Curry. The departure of these two players marks the determination of the Warriors to restructure their lineup for the new season. The team hopes to reshape its competitiveness by introducing players who are more suitable for the team's tactical system and future development. Although this means having to part with some older players, such changes are necessary and urgent for…

On December 27th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season saw the Houston Rockets challenge the New Orleans Pelicans on the road. The Rockets' starting lineup for today's game was Amen, Smith, Shen Jing, Jalen Green, and VanVleet. The Pelicans' starting lineup was Jones, Murphy, Mi Xi, McCollum, and Murray. There is a clear gap in strength between the two teams, and the Pelicans have opened their "supermarket," with Zion, McCollum, and Ingram all put up for sale. The Pelicans have confirmed that they will rebuild from scratch. As long as the Rockets play normally today, winning should not be a problem. The first quarter began with Green scoring five points in a row, feeling hot. Shen Jing fought for an offensive rebound and scored with his back, while VanVleet hit a three-pointer from outside, giving the Rockets a 10-4 lead and playing smoothly. However, the Pelicans were attacking the basket one after another, targeting Shen Jing. Despite Shen Jing's best defensive efforts, he couldn't stop them. Everyone on the Pelicans could score, mostly driving straight into Shen Jing. Is Shen Jing just a target? Although the Rockets have a strong scoring ability, they can't hold off their opponents and can't further widen the point difference. After half a quarter, the Rockets led by three points. During a timeout, Udoka replaced Shen Jing with Adams to protect the rim. Although Adams is slow-moving, he has enough power and can still protect the basket. As soon as Adams came on, the Pelicans found it difficult to score. Several attempts to attack the…

According to a report by the Beijing Youth Daily, the struggling Beijing team is actively seeking a fourth foreign player and has engaged in deep discussions with James Nunnally, a former Houston Rockets player who briefly joined Shanghai. Nunnally stands at 201cm tall, born in 1990, and is nearing 35 years of age. In his time representing Shanghai, he averaged 22.3 points and 5.5 rebounds per game in 33 minutes, with a two-point shooting percentage of 49% and an impressive three-point shooting percentage of 50%. From the data alone, Nunnally appears to be a highly efficient foreign player, with the only downside being his age. However, according to feedback from Shanghai fans who have watched him play, Nunnally is essentially a pure shooter with excellent accuracy but lacks ball-handling skills. This seems similar to Beijing's current type of player, Omer, but with higher efficiency. Coach Xu Limin seems to favor this kind of team-oriented foreign players. Currently, the team's players such as Jerman, Solomon, and Omer do not stand out individually but are indeed suitable for the team. However, this also brings about a problem: when things are going smoothly, everything is fine, and the team can win matches easily. But during decisive moments, without a foreign player capable of delivering under pressure, Beijing seems to rely solely on Chen Yingjun to deliver the hard shots. Facing Shandong, Chen Yingjun had a big breakout, scoring 38 points and crucially adding 7 more points to help the team stay in the game. Despite this outstanding performance, Beijing still lost the match.…

As former leaders and third brothers, both Durant and Harden have had brilliant careers and have been at the forefront of their respective positions for a long time. Even now in the twilight of their careers, Durant and Harden continue to deliver competitive performances and are the core and leaders of their respective teams. The 35-year-old Harden has experienced a resurgence this season. In the absence of Paul George and with Leonard out for the season, Harden has regained control of the ball and demonstrated the capabilities of a top-tier dual-threat guard in the league. To date, Harden has played 29 games for the Clippers, averaging 33.9 minutes per game, scoring 22 points, grabbing 6.5 rebounds, dishing out 8.1 assists, making 1.5 steals, and blocking 0.6 shots, with a shooting percentage of 38.9%, a three-point percentage of 34.5%, and a free-throw percentage of 89.3%. Although Harden's efficiency is low this season, his influence and contributions to the team are immeasurable. In terms of statistics, Harden remains among the top guards in the league and is still the core of the Clippers' offensive organization. In the absence of star teammates, Harden has led the Clippers to a commendable record of 17 wins and 13 losses, ranking seventh in the West. With increased playing time and status, Harden's offensive stats have also risen significantly. This season, Harden has scored a total of 639 points with an average of 22 points, making him the second-highest scorer on the team, a significant improvement from last season! On the other hand, the 36-year-old Durant has…