The Spurs are aiming to rise this season and make it to the playoffs, but the challenge is significant due to the fierce competition in the Western Conference, where numerous strong teams vie for playoff spots. Even the Suns' trio of stars can only manage to rank tenth in the West, while the Warriors sit at eleventh. The Spurs have a record of 19 wins and 20 losses, placing them twelfth in the West. To enter the Western Conference play-in tournament area, the Spurs must surpass both the Suns and the Warriors, a task that is easier said than done. Recently, there has been a remarkable breakout from a Spurs rookie, who has been averaging 26 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists per game. Coach Popovich's decision to bet on this player seems to have paid off, and the guidance of Paul has helped him quickly emerge as a key player. Currently, the most consistent performer for the Spurs is undoubtedly the first overall pick, Wenyamata, who averages 24.7 points, 10.7 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.1 steals, and 4.0 blocks (leading the league) per game. Wenyamata has shown significant improvement in scoring this season, with impressive three-point shooting and steadily improving mid-to-long-range shooting efficiency. His defensive blocking ability is particularly sharp, even stronger than last season when he averaged 3.6 blocks per game, leading the league. This season, he maintains an average of 4 blocks per game, significantly ahead of other players. The Spurs rely on Wenyamata for their interior game and on Paul and Castle for their perimeter play. Paul…

With the rise of a new generation of strong teams, traditional powerhouse teams in the league have experienced varying degrees of decline in their dominance this season. Teams in the East that had high win rates in recent years, such as the Bucks, 76ers, and Heat, have fallen out of the top tier. In the West, several prestigious teams are also struggling, with the Warriors and Suns having win rates below 50%, and the Clippers and Lakers experiencing ups and downs with unstable performance. Especially the Lakers, despite maintaining a decent record at 20 wins and 17 losses, ranking seventh in the West, fans who watch the games know that the Lakers struggle to win and lose decisively. Most victories are narrow, and once they lose, they completely collapse without any resistance. In a recent game, they suffered a 24-point defeat at the hands of the Spurs. According to statistics, this is already the seventh game this season where the Lakers have lost by a margin of 20 points or more. In the previous two seasons under coach Ham, the Lakers only lost six games by a margin of 20 points or more. Why does the Lakers always suffer big defeats? This has something to do with their lineup. The team has few players with independent offensive capabilities, and most of the ball possession is controlled by James and Davis, with a significant gap between the third player Reeves and All-Star level players. Moreover, the Lakers' defensive capabilities are lacking, and the head coach's tactical arrangements are not appropriate. They…

To be frank, only three NBA players have truly influenced the world. Curry and Johnson are not qualified. After much thought, I still want to write about the NBA players who have truly influenced the world. So far, many people think that Jordan, Kobe, James, Durant, Curry, and others have influenced the world. However, in my mind, there are only three people: Jordan, Kobe, and James. Other players like Curry, Durant, and Johnson do indeed have influence, but they are not on the same level as these three. Jordan Jordan entered the NBA in 1984 and went through two stages: the first 13 seasons and the last two with the Wizards. His main honors and influence were achieved during the first 13 seasons, including 10 scoring titles, 6 championships, 6 Finals MVPs, and 5 regular-season MVPs. Many global sports brands made huge profits from his endorsements. During his several retirements, the NBA suffered greatly, with unemployment rates and viewership reaching their lowest points. I won't go into specifics here. Kobe In his 20-season career, Kobe gave fans around the world some of his most exciting games, winning 5 championships including one three-peat, 2 Finals MVPs, and 1 regular-season MVP. His 81-point game is unforgettable for fans. He represented the national team twice, winning gold medals at the 2008 and 2012 Olympics. Especially at the 2008 Olympics, he had a 10-second solo spotlight, showing his unparalleled influence among fans. In China, Kobe has an especially large fan base, which is inseparable from his love for Chinese fans. During his playing career…

NBA regular season, the Mavericks defeated the Western No. 1 Thunder at home with a score of 106-98, refusing a 20-point comeback and ending their three-game losing streak. In this game, Irving scored 25 points with 5 rebounds and 5 assists, Dinwiddie had 16 points, Klay shot 2 out of 7 for 6 points and 5 rebounds, and was benched by Kidd in the decisive moments, Washington had 16 points. On the Thunder side, Alexander missed the game due to a sprained right wrist, which was also his first absence of the season. However, even without their absolute core, the Thunder still performed well, with a total of 9 players scoring in the first quarter. Although there was no absolute offensive strong point, every player on the court could score, allowing them to lead the Mavericks by 4 points in the first quarter. However, in the second quarter, the Thunder fell into a state of complete silence, with Jalen unable to carry the offensive flag, scoring only 2 points in the quarter, and the team scoring only 17 points in the quarter. The Mavericks seized the opportunity, with Irving and Washington combining for 18 points. The team shot an ultra-high hit rate of 13 out of 18 in the quarter, scoring 41 points from beyond the arc with 7 out of 10 shots. Throughout the second quarter, the Mavericks won by as many as 24 points over the Thunder, ending the half with a 20-point lead. Entering the third quarter, the Thunder were not pushovers. Even without Alexander, the team…

Today, the Lakers played against the Nets at home, with Davis out due to injury. The Lakers' starting lineup was Reeves, Christie, Hachimura, James, and Hayes; the Nets' starting lineup was Simmons, Kion Johnson, Williams, Cloney, and Claxton. In the first quarter, both teams engaged in an offensive battle, with the score alternating. On the Nets' side, Simmons scored himself and continuously assisted his teammates to take the lead. After 15-10, Christie stood up, receiving a pass from James and scoring a three-pointer to tie the game, leading to a timeout. After the timeout, both teams struggled, with missed shots and turnovers. After 17-17, another timeout was called. Returning to the game, the Nets regained the lead, but James hit a buzzer-beating three-pointer to end the first quarter with the Lakers leading 24-23 by one point. In the second quarter, during the rotation phase, the Nets started with a 7-0 run. Vincent and LeBron scored to stop the bleeding, and after the Lakers tied the game, Russell hit a three-pointer! Clenect drew a three-point foul, and after Hayes' dunk, the score was 36-35 as they entered a timeout. After the timeout, Reeves scored five points in a row, prompting the Nets to call another timeout. Returning to the game, the Nets hit a three-pointer to stop the bleeding, while Reeves drew another three-point foul. Then, he and Hachimura continued to score, with Russell making a mid-range shot to stop the bleeding. At halftime, the Nets were awarded free throws, with the Lakers leading 51-45 by six points. In the third…

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In today's NBA league, several young teams with great talent and immediate combat effectiveness have emerged, among which the Thunder is undoubtedly the most outstanding. Under the leadership of their core player Alexander, the Thunder finished the first 40 regular season games with a record of 34 wins and 6 losses, surpassing many strong teams in the West to rank first in the standings. On this game day, the Thunder traveled to Dallas to challenge the Mavericks. After the game started, Irving led the Mavericks to quickly establish a 20-point lead. However, the Thunder, who were missing key players, launched a fierce counterattack. Unfortunately, without the top-notch decisive ability of Alexander, the Western Conference leader suffered a 106-98 defeat on the road, ending their four-game winning streak! [Game Highlights] The Thunder played back-to-back games in this match. In the previous game day, they defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers at home by a huge margin of 20 points, winning the battle between the top teams in the East and West, and also ending the Cavaliers' undefeated record against Western Conference teams since the start of the season, defending the glory of the entire Western Conference. However, Alexander, who performed well in the previous game, missed this game due to injury, coupled with the impact of playing back-to-back games on physical fitness, making it unlikely for the Thunder to win on the road. The Mavericks, who lost to the Thunder in their last direct encounter in Oklahoma City, saw the opportunity to seek revenge at home. [Game Review] After the game started, the…

On January 17th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continues. As the schedule progresses in depth, many teams in the league have also experienced varying degrees of injuries. In order to better fill the lineup gaps, teams led by the Suns have begun to make moves to strengthen their squads, hoping to transform their teams into an ideal state before the trade deadline. It is worth noting that after the Suns officially announced a 4-for-2 trade to acquire Richards, the Los Angeles Lakers have also completed their own recruitment operations. They temporarily gave up on Valanciunas, abandoned the Jazz's young interior player, officially waived two-way player Olivari, and signed with free agent Jamison. Here, some fans may be unfamiliar with the name Jamison. Is it really worth giving up Olivari, who averages 17 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists, and a three-point shooting rate of 40% in the Development League, for such an unknown player? The answer is obviously yes. As a 2023 NBA draft pick, the 25-year-old Jamison stands at 2.11 meters tall and weighs 117 kilograms. Since his debut, he has played for the Wizards, Pelicans, and Grizzlies. This season, he represented the Pelicans in 16 regular-season games, averaging 10 minutes per game and scoring 2 points and 2 rebounds. Although his statistics are average, Jamison's potential is still worth exploring. It should be noted that in last season's game against the Wizards, representing the Grizzlies, he once scored 24 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 blocks in a single game with 13 out of 11 shots. In terms of…

NBA league is the dream stage for all basketball players, where they can fully display their unparalleled talents. Off the court, many socialites want to use the fame of these top stars to enhance their popularity. One of them is a cheerleader named Jenifer. Do you know how much she paid to get close to NBA stars? Let's talk about this topic. There is an unwritten "rule" in the NBA that basketball players and cheerleaders have a "boundary," and they cannot cross it at will. However, for Jenifer, the former captain of the Nets' cheerleading squad, this rule is virtually non-existent. This boundary restricts her "talent." She was once a professional dancer with enviable physical fitness and flexibility. Originally, she was a capable "assistant" to basketball players. Jenifer could use her "defense" to enhance the "offensive" power of the players. If she were bound by this "rule," the cheerleading captain would not be able to help the players improve their state. On a night in 2015, Jenifer made a decision. She wanted to provide private services for a Nets superstar to help him quickly improve his condition. However, her behavior was exposed by journalists, and her violation of regulations angered the Nets' management, leading to the end of their four-year cooperation. This incident did not discourage Jenifer. After deep thought, she was unwilling to give up the NBA stage. Therefore, she transformed into a professional personal fitness coach. To help NBA players improve their offensive capabilities, she developed many techniques to enhance their state. As a result, Jenifer's fame grew,…

The Houston Rockets' nightmare has returned! Jalen Green scored an impressive 28 points, but it wasn't enough to secure a victory. Ethan also put up a solid performance with 16 points, doing his best to contribute. Meanwhile, Adams proved to be very effective on the court. Initially, the Rockets selected Amon because of his potential as a point guard. Standing over 2 meters tall and possessing excellent athletic abilities, he was highly coveted. However, due to deficiencies in ball handling, shooting, passing awareness, and technique at the NBA level, Udoka decided to use Amon as a forward, where he delivered a satisfactory performance. Amon is diligently practicing his skills and shooting, still aspiring to play as a point guard, a position he openly expressed interest in. With VanVleet unavailable due to personal reasons, Amon seized the opportunity. In a match against the Kings, Udoka positioned Jeff Green as the starting power forward, while Amon took on the role of the starting point guard. Udoka also planned for Alperen Sengun to take on some of the organizing responsibilities, seeking a double guarantee. Prior to his extended absence, Ethan struggled offensively, recording stats such as 0 out of 7, 0 out of 5, and 5 out of 15. Experiencing pain, the Rockets opted to rest him. Despite resting, Ethan continued to feel discomfort, leading to consecutive missed games under daily observation. Concerned fans feared that Ethan might miss the rest of the season. Fortunately, Ethan felt better in recent days and expressed his desire to return to the court, aiming to secure…