On January 14th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued with the Clippers hosting the Heat. The Heat started strong with consecutive three-pointers, taking control of the game. However, their shooting accuracy later dipped, allowing the Clippers to gradually close the gap. A 19-4 run in the third quarter saw the Clippers take the lead, which they maintained until the end, denying any comeback attempts by the Heat. Ultimately, the Clippers defeated the Heat 109-98, ending their two-game losing streak. In the first quarter, Zubac and Powell scored for the Clippers, while Love hit a three-pointer for the Heat. Both teams showed excellent offensive form early on. Herro's three-pointer put the Heat ahead 18-12. Leonard stopped the bleeding with a jump shot, but the Heat remained in control with Herro scoring and Hismith hitting a three-pointer to extend the lead to 10 points. The Clippers' offense stalled slightly, but Jovic responded with a three-pointer, followed by Coffey and Batum adding points. Harden hit a buzzer-beating three-pointer at the end of the quarter, leaving the Clippers trailing 28-35. In the second quarter, both teams struggled offensively at the start, with the Clippers relying on Bamba's three-pointer to take a 3-2 lead after more than four minutes. Porter broke the drought with a fast-break dunk for the Heat, who relied on free throws for points. Zubac scored inside repeatedly, and Harks hit a three-pointer. Herro responded with a 2+1 fast break, while Powell kept the Clippers within reach. Zubac finished with an inside dunk, and the half ended with the Heat leading…

In the ranks of rising star players, Dončić is undoubtedly the most dazzling one. This 25-year-old white player led the Mavericks to the finals last season and has been selected for the best first team for four consecutive years. In the eyes of many media and fans, Dončić's current performance is not inferior to that of James and Bryant at the same age. So is this really the case? Let's take a comprehensive look at personal data, team achievements, and honors to see who is better. Dončić Due to a leg injury, 25-year-old Dončić has only played 22 games this season, averaging 28.1 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 7.8 assists, with a shooting percentage of 46.4%, three-point shooting percentage of 35.4%, and free throw percentage of 76.7%. In terms of team achievements, Dončić has led the Mavericks to the playoffs four times since entering the league, including one finals appearance. In terms of honors, Dončić has been selected for the best first team for four consecutive years, won the scoring title once, been selected for the All-Star team five times, won the Western Conference Finals MVP once, and was named Rookie of the Year once. James In the 2009-10 season, 25-year-old James played 76 regular-season games, averaging a comprehensive stat line of 29.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, 8.6 assists, 1.6 steals, and 1 block, with a shooting percentage of 50.3%, three-point shooting percentage of 33.3%, and free throw percentage of 76.7%, leading the Cavaliers to the best record in the league. With his nearly perfect individual performance and team record, James eventually…

The NBA regular season is nearing its halfway point, and the competition for major league awards is becoming increasingly fierce. Take the MVP award as an example; Jokic had dominated the top spot for 11 consecutive periods, with players like Antetokounmpo and Tatum seemingly unable to stop Jokic from achieving the feat of winning four MVPs in five years. However, the Thunder and Alexander have emerged as dark horses, surpassing Jokic in the latest MVP rankings, adding suspense and excitement to the regular-season MVP race. To date, Sabonis is the rebound king, Trae Young is the assist king, Daniels is the steal king, Wembanyama is the block king, Sabonis is the double-double king, Jokic is the triple-double king, and Curry is the three-point king. At the same time, there are subtle changes in the battle for the scoring title. To date, there are four players averaging over 31 points per game in the league: Antetokounmpo (31.4 points), Alexander (31.4 points), and Jokic (31.2 points). Antetokounmpo, Alexander, and Jokic are all unstoppable scorers, especially Antetokounmpo, who excels at fast-break scoring and scoring in the paint, and has also honed his mid-range shooting skills, making him incredibly lethal! According to statistics, Antetokounmpo leads the league in average field goal makes (12.5), fast-break points (5.8 points), and points in the paint (21 points). Despite his numerous accolades, Antetokounmpo has never won a scoring title. This season, Antetokounmpo has led the scoring charts for a long time, which is the closest he has ever been to the scoring title. However, his position is not…

Today, the Rockets hosted the Grizzlies at home, with the Rockets starting lineup consisting of Dillon, Amen, Shen Jing, Jalen Green, and VanVleet; while the Grizzlies started with Wells, San Gou, Eddy, Bane, and Morant. In the first quarter, the Grizzlies hit two consecutive three-pointers, to which Amen responded with a corner three-pointer, followed by Jalen Green accelerating for a layup. San Gou and Morant combined for 4 points, and the Rockets also maintained a fast pace, with both teams exchanging leads in a back-and-forth scoring battle. Green scored another layup, prompting a Grizzlies timeout. Returning from the timeout, Morant scored 5 points to extend the lead, but Dillon's three-pointer stopped the bleeding, and the Rockets responded with a 10-0 run to take the lead. Shen Jing missed several shots, and the Grizzlies made two difficult baskets, while Green faced tight defense. After a 22-21 score, a timeout was called. Following the timeout, San Gou erupted again, and Green assisted Adams with a 2+1 play. The first quarter ended with the Grizzlies leading 30-23, a 7-point advantage. In the second quarter, during the rotation phase, after White Magic hit a three-pointer, the Grizzlies extended their lead to 9 points. Holiday responded with a three-pointer to stop the bleeding, and White Magic's steal and fastbreak basket narrowed the gap. The Grizzlies called a timeout. Returning from the timeout, the Grizzlies once again extended their lead into double digits. White Magic hit another three-pointer to stop the bleeding, adding a steal and fastbreak dunk. Jalen Green scored on a step-through move, prompting…

The NBA regular season schedule is nearing its halfway point, with the Western Conference competition heating up. The Thunder are firmly in first place, having won 32 of their first 38 games, with a win rate close to 85%, giving them a high probability of achieving 70 wins for the season! Young teams like the Rockets and Grizzlies have risen through strong defense, and both have good roster depth. The Rockets' Jalen Green's form has gradually improved, and it is not difficult for these two teams to secure a top-four spot in the West. However, in reality, they may become easy targets for the lower half of the playoff bracket. The most competitive area is the play-in tournament zone; specifically, from the fifth-place Mavericks to the twelfth-place Spurs, there is only a three-game difference, leaving much room for change. As the season progresses, many teams are gradually getting back on track. For example, the previously disintegrating Kings quietly achieved a seven-game winning streak to return to the top ten; the Suns also stabilized after a three-game winning streak with Bill coming off the bench. However, one team that is quite surprising is the Nuggets. As the 23-year champions, the Nuggets were stopped by the Timberwolves at the Western Conference Finals last season. During the offseason, the Nuggets gave Murray a four-year, $208 million super-max contract extension, which included a drop to ninth in the West at the beginning of the season. At that time, even Jokic was almost overwhelmed, bluntly stating that some people were not suitable for starting roles,…

Thank you, George! A Super Max Contract of $300 Million Over 4 Years! The First in NBA History Basketball Combat Bible 2025-01-13 07:21 Follow With an average of 31.4 points (top of the league), 5.5 rebounds, 5.9 assists, 2 steals, and 1.1 blocks, a shooting percentage of 52.2%, Alexander is undoubtedly the top guard in the league today, and it's time to create his own history.‌ Salary expert Marks stated that Alexander's current contract will expire in 27 years, and he is eligible to sign a four-year contract with the Thunder this summer. Moreover, due to being selected for the best lineup in both 23 and 24, he can sign a super max contract; if he agrees to renew this summer, he could receive a contract worth up to 294millionoverfouryears,withanannualsalaryof294 million over four years, with an annual salary of 294millionoverfouryears,withanannualsalaryof81.45 million in the final season (30-31), making him the first player in NBA history to earn over $80 million per year.‌ Wow, it seems that in the future, the NBA will develop to the point where a player's annual salary will be equivalent to several years of contracts for current players, as if money were no object.‌ No more pretending, I'm laying my cards on the table: Venom has been the MVP of Village BA for twenty consecutive years, and from now on, I'm taking big steps into the NBA, not for the dollars or blonde girls, but simply to bring glory to my country.‌ If Alexander is confident in himself, he can also choose to sign a pre-renewal contract…

LeBron James and Kevin Durant, one aged 39 and the other 35, have both surpassed the typical retirement age for NBA players. Yet, they remain top-tier superstars in today's NBA. As talented players at the same position with overlapping careers, it's inevitable that they are often compared. LeBron James is known for his versatility and longevity, considered a historical-level ball-handler, while Kevin Durant is a historical-level scoring machine capable of scoring against any opponent. Both James and Durant are top small forwards, with James widely regarded by mainstream media as the greatest small forward in history. However, in terms of accolades, James has a significant lead over Durant, a gap that is almost impossible to close due to age, as Durant is also 35 years old and could easily find himself on the brink of retirement. James and Durant both entered the NBA at 19, with James being the first overall pick and Durant the second. Both made an immediate impact and have maintained consistency throughout their careers. In their entire careers, Durant averages 27.3 points, 7 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game, with a two-point shooting percentage of 54% and a three-point shooting percentage of 38.7%. James, on the other hand, averages 27.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 7.3 assists per game, with a two-point shooting percentage of 55.4% and a three-point shooting percentage of 34.6%. In total career statistics, Durant has played 1014 games with a total of 27728 points, 7134 rebounds, and 4436 assists. James, however, has played 1453 games with a total of 39452 points, 10902 rebounds,…

With less than a month to go until the trade deadline, teams with aspirations for this season have begun to take action! The Phoenix Suns have bet on their future for the next five years by forming a trio of Booker, Durant, and Beal, but as it stands, this trio has clearly failed. Beal is now a hot potato, with his $60 million annual salary making him untouchable in the free market; it's not an exaggeration to say that Beal is now a negative asset! The trade between Nurkic and No. 1 pick Ayton was another major blunder for the Suns. With an annual salary of $18.13 million, Nurkic is also a hot potato, slow in mobility, unable to keep up defensively, lacking in independent offensive ability; it's obvious that such a "triple-no" player can no longer adapt to the current NBA. Now, the Suns are targeting Nurkic! It is reported that Nurkic missed a game due to illness, and his personal social media account has unfollowed Durant and Booker, indicating that a trade may happen soon. Previously, Nurkic was removed from the rotation lineup, first moving from the starting lineup to the bench, and now being benched (DNP). Currently, it is revealed that the Suns are discussing a trade involving Nurkic with the Charlotte Hornets. Previously, the Phoenix Suns specifically signed a contract worth $8.3 million with Josh Okogie, with the intention of using him as a trade chip in the future. On January 15th, he just happens to meet the trade conditions. Currently, Nurkic is basically a negative…

The fire in Los Angeles is still raging. Although the head of Los Angeles can talk with his hands in his pockets during an interview, this does not help extinguish the fire at all. So far, many wealthy communities in Los Angeles have turned into ruins. The Lakers' head coach Redick had to move to a hotel, Leonard went home to take leave to take care of his children, and now the fire continues to look towards the Staples Center and James' mansion. Therefore, the number of NBA stars affected may increase. Although a large area of luxury mansions has been burned down, most of these mansions will purchase insurance. In addition to this mountain fire, there was untimely handling in Los Angeles, so most of the mansions can still receive compensation. Next, let's take a look at the ranking of the compensation that the stars whose mansions were destroyed can receive. The most important part of the compensation for the mansion is the value of the house itself, followed by the value of the property inside the house. However, if the property inside the house is not registered or additionally insured, it is not easy to obtain compensation. This time, CBA player Yi Jianlian's mansion, which he spent 1.3millionbuildinginLosAngelesin2016,wasalsoreportedlyburneddown.Ifthereisinsurance,YiJianliancanalsoreceivecompensation,estimatedtobearound1.3 million building in Los Angeles in 2016, was also reportedly burned down. If there is insurance, Yi Jianlian can also receive compensation, estimated to be around 1.3millionbuildinginLosAngelesin2016,wasalsoreportedlyburneddown.Ifthereisinsurance,YiJianliancanalsoreceivecompensation,estimatedtobearound500,000 to $600,000, so Yi Jianlian's compensation is expected to rank fifth. Fourth place is Fisher's mansion, a Lakers legend. Fisher's mansion is located…

The NBA regular season is nearing its halfway point, with fierce competition in the Western Conference. From the fifth-placed Mavericks to the twelfth-placed Spurs, there is only a difference of three wins, yet eight teams are clustered together, ensuring that some will secure direct playoff spots while others may not even qualify for the play-in tournament. On the Eastern side, the competition is also more intense than in previous seasons, with teams like the Hawks and Pistons achieving over a 50% win rate. Last season's Eastern Conference finalist, the Pacers, made a six-game winning streak to jump into the top five. The Heat, without Butler, have no room for tanking (if they don't make the playoffs this season, they will give their first-round picks in 2025 and 2027 directly to the Thunder and Hornets), leaving them with no choice but to push forward. Even the 76ers, who are on the brink of struggle, can only maintain a 40% win rate. In fact, the top four in the East this season are basically set. The Cavaliers started with 33 wins in 38 games and even have a chance to challenge the 73-win record! As defending champions, the Celtics have struggled to integrate Porzingis into the team, but like Leonard, Porzingis is meant for the playoffs, and the core lineup is solid enough. As for whether they will disband due to massive salary pressures this summer, that remains to be seen. Including the Knicks' four giants combination, leading with a 65% win rate, and the Magic, plagued by injuries but never dropping…