The Houston Rockets have been performing well this season, with a winning record that has consistently placed them among the top three in the Western Conference. Currently, the Rockets have a record of 24 wins and 12 losses, ranking second in the West, just half a game ahead of the Memphis Grizzlies. This lead is not significant enough, so the Rockets need to maintain their winning streak and continue to strive for a higher win rate. Recently, key rotation players for the Rockets, Jabari Smith and Tari Eason, have been sidelined due to injuries, making it challenging for the team to secure victories without them. Despite this setback, the Rockets' new stars have collectively exploded, contributing significantly to the team's success. In their latest regular-season matchup against the Washington Wizards, the Rockets faced an opponent that was rebuilding and fielding a young lineup that could not match up against them. Jalen Green had an impressive performance, scoring a game-high 29 points along with 8 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals. The Rockets' center, Sengun, also had a stable breakout game, scoring 26 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists, 2 steals, and 1 block, with a +29 plus-minus rating, the highest of the game. Aminu Thompson continued to start, shooting 7-for-8 efficiently for 20 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 steals, and 1 block, with zero turnovers. Together, Jalen Green, Sengun, and Aminu Thompson led the Rockets to a collective outburst, combining for 75 points, 33 rebounds, and 13 assists, leading the team to a 23-point victory over their opponents. So far…

Due to the rise of White Demon Whitmore, the Rockets placed Shepard in the Development League. Today, Shepard made his debut against the Thunder's affiliate team. Ultimately, the Rockets' affiliate Vipers lost 125-130. However, Shepard's performance was impeccable; he scored 49 points with 17 out of 33 shots, including 8 out of 19 three-pointers, and contributed 5 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3 steals. This 49-point haul is also the second-highest score in the Development League this year. In the first half, Shepard was still adapting to the game and only managed 16 points, but in the second half, he exploded for 33 points, including 27 in the final quarter, nearly leading a comeback. In the Development League, Shepard truly demonstrated his talent, confidently shooting threes on offense, with mid-range jumpers and layups as well. He organized plays by threading passes across the court and creating opportunities for his teammates using pick-and-rolls. Defensively, Shepard was ever-present, becoming the Vipers' lockdown defender. We previously mentioned that Shepard should have gone to the Development League earlier because he wasn't yet adapted to the NBA's intensity. He was strong in the Summer League due to his physical capabilities. The reason for his strength was that Shepard could keep up physically, but in the NBA, he became a target for everyone's training. Despite Udoka giving him ample time, Shepard failed to explode in any game since the start of the season, instead performing poorly. He lacked confidence on offense and became a weak point defensively for the Rockets. Udoka had no choice but to use…

The Case is Solved! The Referee Report for the Lakers vs. Rockets Game is Out, Netizens: It's Ridiculous! In the game between the Lakers and the Rockets, the Lakers once trailed by 22 points, but under the leadership of the James-Brow combination, they gradually closed the gap and dragged the game into the final moments. However, several key refereeing decisions in the last minute completely deprived the Lakers of their chance to turn the game around. After the game, these controversial refereeing decisions topped the hot search list, sparking heated discussions among many fans, with even James, Brow, and Redick openly complaining about unfair refereeing. First, let's review what happened in the last 10 seconds of that game. With 7.1 seconds remaining in the game, the Lakers were trailing by 3 points when Christie's inbound pass was intercepted by VanVleet. However, during the inbound process, James signaled to the referee for a timeout, which was ignored. After the game, James talked about this play in an interview, claiming that he had argued with the referee at the time, but the latter replied that all attention was on the ball and did not see him request a timeout. With 4 seconds left in the game, the Lakers inbounded again, with Davis creating a three-point opportunity for James through a screen, who made the shot. However, the referees called an offensive foul on Brow, invalidating the goal. After the game, both Brow and Redick believed that Holiday took a dive. Undeniably, these refereeing decisions to some extent affected the outcome of the…

On January 9th, Beijing time, according to Chris Haynes, a well-known journalist, sources revealed that Leonard, the Clippers star, temporarily left the team due to personal reasons. It is reported that the reason for Leonard's departure from the team is that he needs to accompany his family who were forced to evacuate due to wildfires in Southern California. Leonard took leave from the team to be with his family, as life is more important than basketball. We hope that all of Leonard's family members are safe and sound. According to American media reports, on Tuesday night local time, strong winds caused wildfires to sweep through the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles, where more than 30,000 residents received evacuation orders. The Meteorological Bureau warned that this could be the strongest wind in Southern California in 10 years, which intensified the power of the fire. According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, more than 10,000 residences are currently directly in the path of the fire. Currently, Leonard's knee injury has healed, and he officially returned on January 5th, returning to the court after 253 days. After his return, he played two games - in his first game back, he played 20 minutes and scored 12 points with 3 rebounds, 1 assist, and 1 steal; in the second game, he played 21 minutes, shooting 3 of 11 for 8 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 assists. After Leonard's return, the Clippers have a record of 1 win and 1 loss. As of now, the Clippers have a record of 20 wins and 16…

Will Butler stay with the Heat? Honestly, this is no longer a question of suspense. On one side, there is the Heat's official stance openly welcoming him to continue serving the team, while on the other, the management is already preparing for his departure behind the scenes. Everyone knows that this once passionate partnership is now in tatters. It's not that Butler isn't strong enough; it's just that "partnership breakdowns" happen more easily in the NBA than a glass cup falling to the ground. Once trust is broken, trying to repair it is as impossible as getting Durant to sit on the bench. So here comes the question - leaving is inevitable, but where to go has become the biggest mystery. Butler and the Heat's story was actually a "hardcore romance" from the beginning. He arrived when the team needed a拼命三郎the most; he single-handedly carried his teammates on the road to the finals, becoming the "team spirit" who could always save the day. But at the end of the day, the NBA is business, and emotions are not a stable foundation. Especially last season, when the Heat failed to win the championship, the team needed to adjust its strategy, and Butler's tough personality seemed to have gradually fractured their relationship. The Heat's official attitude is subtle; they express welcome for Butler to continue playing for the team on one hand, while secretly peddling trade possibilities for Butler on the other. It's like breaking up with someone but keeping them in your contact list -表面上和气，内心早想清理门户。In essence, Butler's departure is just a…

NBA regular season has concluded three games, with the following results: The Suns suffered a crushing defeat to the Hornets, the Rockets achieved a significant victory over the Wizards, and the Lakers were unable to overcome the Mavericks. Game Highlights: The Lakers faced a reversal at the hands of the Mavericks, resulting in a two-game losing streak shrouded in gloom. Despite the Lakers' efforts from James and Davis in the paint, they were unable to maintain their footing against the Mavericks, who were led by Dinwiddie and Washington's outstanding performances. Notably, Curry's three-point barrage helped the Mavericks gradually widen the gap. Although the Lakers made a valiant effort to catch up in the final quarter, the Mavericks' relentless offensive ultimately led to the Lakers' defeat, with a final score of 97-118. In another match, the Hornets took on the Suns. In the first quarter, Devin Booker's high-scoring performance put the Suns in the lead, but the Hornets, led by Miles Bridges, kept the score close. In the second quarter, LaMelo Ball's scoring helped the Hornets take the lead, which they maintained at halftime. In the second half, despite Durant's efforts to bring the Suns back into the game, LaMelo Ball's consistent play kept the Hornets ahead. In the final quarter, the Hornets played steadily and ultimately defeated the Suns 115-104, securing the win. Game Analysis: The Suns did not perform well in this game, previously allowing the Pelicans to end their nine-game losing streak, and now enabling the Hornets to end their ten-game losing streak. Comparing the Suns to the…

The Nuggets have started the season with a record of 20 wins and 14 losses, currently ranking fourth in the West. After Jokic's absence due to family matters and injuries to Murray and Gordon, as well as Westbrook's compatibility and integration, it's impressive that the Nuggets have managed to achieve this record. It's clear that Jokic is the backbone of the Nuggets. Without him maintaining the team's foundation during this period and giving Westbrook time to integrate, I doubt the Nuggets would be at their current level. Now that the Nuggets have successfully integrated and are ready to continue their upward push, Jokic deserves much of the credit. Looking at the NBA's official announcement of the Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Week for Week 11, Jokic averaged 36.5 points, 16.5 rebounds, and 11.3 assists last week, leading the team to a 3-1 record. In terms of compatibility, Jokic may be the best teammate Westbrook has ever had. Comparing Jokic to other players Westbrook has partnered with, such as Durant, Harden, James, Beal, George, Leonard, and Anthony, it's clear that Jokic is the most suitable for Westbrook. Jokic is the only supergiant center that Westbrook has encountered, and his character is very inclusive. He is willing to make sacrifices for any teammate, which means that if you don't fit with Jokic, you should look for your own reasons. Moreover, before joining the Nuggets, Westbrook had a poor reputation and was almost at the level of retirement. However, this season, when Westbrook and Jokic start together, it's surprising to find…

On January 2nd, Beijing time, the NBA 2024-2025 season regular season is continuing in a lively manner. The Sacramento Kings are waiting at home to welcome the challenge of the Philadelphia 76ers. This is the first time the two teams have met this season. They each won one game last season, and their strength is not much different. Wow, speaking of the 76ers, they have been very powerful recently, winning four consecutive victories. Their total record has become 13 wins and 17 losses, and their ranking in the Eastern Conference has risen all the way to eleventh place. If they win another game, they can rush into the Eastern Conference playoff area, which can be considered back on track. Moreover, in the latest issue of the NBA's official power rankings, the 76ers ranked 18th, which is the first time they have entered the top 20 since the first issue. This is really a double happiness, which makes me so excited. Look at the Kings, it's miserable. They have been falling all the way. Their current record is only 14 wins and 19 losses, ranking fourth from the bottom in the West, which is really unexpected. Looking at the latest issue of the power rankings, the Kings have fallen to 23rd in the league, almost the same level as those teams that are tanking for the draft lottery. It's too outrageous. You know, during the last offseason, the Kings happily introduced the third giant DeRozan, hoping to make great achievements, but they were definitely not aiming for the No. 1 pick.…

The NBA regular season is nearing its halfway point, with the Eastern and Western Conference standings largely taking shape. In the West, the Thunder are expected to secure the top spot without much competition, while the gap between second-place Rockets and twelfth-place Suns has not been completely closed. The Kings, who were on the brink of collapse, have managed to catch up with the eighth-place Warriors after a five-game winning streak. Meanwhile, the Mavericks, who were fourth in the West just half a month ago, have been swallowed up in the chaos following a recent five-game losing streak. If we consider a scenario where Doncic is out for a month and Irving is out for two weeks, the Mavericks could very well drop out of the top ten in the West. On the other hand, the situation in the East is clearer, with the Cavaliers and Celtics, two powerhouse teams, holding onto the first and second spots in the regular season rankings, which are unlikely to change. The Knicks should have no problem securing third place, but Thibodeau's seven-man rotation will likely not hold up through the playoffs. Additionally, the Magic, despite missing their two core players, are still holding onto a spot in the top four in the East, while the Bucks and Pacers have quietly caught up. However, the 76ers, who were considered one of the favorites to win the East before the season, have only managed a record of 14 wins and 20 losses so far, placing them eleventh in the conference. While they are not far…

The Case is Solved! The Referee Report for the Lakers vs. Rockets Game is Out, Netizens: It's Ridiculous! In the game between the Lakers and the Rockets, the Lakers once trailed by 22 points, but under the leadership of the James-Brow combination, they gradually closed the gap and dragged the game into the final moments. However, several key refereeing decisions in the last minute completely deprived the Lakers of their chance to turn the game around. After the game, these controversial refereeing decisions topped the hot search list, sparking heated discussions among many fans, with even James, Brow, and Redick openly complaining about unfair refereeing. First, let's review what happened in the last 10 seconds of that game. With 7.1 seconds remaining in the game, the Lakers were trailing by 3 points when Christie's inbound pass was intercepted by VanVleet. However, during the inbound process, James signaled to the referee for a timeout, which was ignored. After the game, James talked about this play in an interview, claiming that he had argued with the referee at the time, but the latter replied that all attention was on the ball and did not see him request a timeout. With 4 seconds left in the game, the Lakers inbounded again, with Davis creating a three-point opportunity for James through a screen, who made the shot. However, the referees called an offensive foul on Brow, invalidating the goal. After the game, Brow and Redick both agreed that Holiday took a dive. Undeniably, these refereeing decisions to some extent affected the outcome of the…