Today, there were many NBA games with impressive performances from various star players, including Cunningham, Jokic, Edwards, Embiid, Towns, Simmons, LaVine, and White. However, the selection for today's best player is clear-cut. Let's take a closer look at the specific situations. Simmons defeated Lillard in a close victory for the Trail Blazers against the Bucks. In the final moments, Antetokounmpo made two free throws to lead by 2 points, but after a timeout, Simmons broke through with a left-handed layup for a 2+1 to regain the lead and then sealed the win with two more free throws. He played 41 minutes, shooting 9 of 20 from the field, 5 of 12 from three-point range, and 5 of 5 from the free-throw line, scoring 28 points with 3 rebounds and 8 assists. Embiid had an easy win with 28+12+6 in three quarters as the 76ers defeated the Nets on the road. He started strong in the first quarter, playing all 12 minutes, shooting 6 of 9 (1 of 1 from three-point range), and making 2 of 2 free throws for 15 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 assists with a +10 plus-minus. In the third quarter, he scored in double digits again and then rested early in the fourth. In total, Embiid played 29 minutes, shooting 8 of 16, including 2 of 3 from three-point range and 10 of 10 from the free-throw line, finishing with 28 points, 12 rebounds, and 6 assists with a game-high +22 plus-minus. Towns continued his tough performance with 44+16+5 as the Knicks defeated the Bulls on…

The Lakers defeated the Hawks at home with a score of 119-102, and James set a new record by scoring over 30 points for the 563rd time in his career, surpassing Jordan to become the all-time leader. Notably, James has been in great form recently after some rest. In the past six games, he has averaged an impressive 30.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 8.3 assists per game, despite being 40 years old. Most of these performances have come against strong opponents, such as scoring 32 points against the Kings, 31 against the Warriors, 38 against the Blazers, and 30 in today's game, with the Lakers winning all of these matches. The only game in the last six where James did not score 30 points and the Lakers lost was against the Cavaliers, where he had 23 points, 4 rebounds, and 7 assists. The Lakers managed to hold their own against the league-leading Cavaliers for three quarters but could not maintain it in the final quarter. Over the past period, the Cavaliers and Celtics have demonstrated that they are in a class of their own by playing against Western Conference teams. While the West has many strong teams and more playoff contenders than the East, the East is stronger in terms of overall strength. The West is evenly strong, while the East has three particularly formidable teams at the top. The good news is that the Lakers have shown improvement this season, with a current record of 20 wins and 14 losses, compared to 17 wins and 17 losses at the…

Defeat! Durant with 25+7+7, Haliburton shooting 8 of 19, Beal in an awkward position, the No. 11 in the West changes hands On January 5, 2025, Beijing time, the Pacers with a record of 17 wins and 18 losses hosted the Suns with a record of 15 wins and 17 losses. The Suns are currently ranked 11th in the West, having lost 6 out of their last 7 games. They urgently need to bounce back, but the Pacers have a strong lineup. Can the Suns defeat the Pacers away from home? The Pacers' starting lineup is Haliburton + Nemhard + Maserin + Siakam + Turner, while the Suns are missing Jones and Nuki, with their starting lineup being Beal + Booker + Dunn + Durant + Plumlee. In the first quarter, Maserin and Turner scored 7-0, followed by Beal's layup. Haliburton responded with a floater, making it 9-2 for the Pacers. Beal, Booker, and Dunn scored for the Suns, to which Haliburton and Siakam responded, maintaining a 6-point lead. Durant and Booker narrowed the gap to 1 point, but Haliburton and Turner extended it again. Durant tried to close the gap, leaving it at 2 points. Toping made 4 out of 4 free throws, while Durant and Morris scored consecutively, allowing the Suns to take a 1-point lead. After a timeout, Haliburton and Toping scored, and Plumlee and Durant responded, keeping the Suns ahead by 1 point. McConnell hit a mid-range shot, ending the first quarter with the Pacers leading 30-29. In the second quarter, Walker scored a layup, giving…

The Los Angeles Clippers have been performing well this season, despite Kawhi Leonard being out for more than two months. Their ranking in the Western Conference remains within the top seven, which is better than expected. With Leonard set to return, the Clippers' offensive and defensive capabilities are expected to significantly improve, once again making them contenders for the playoffs. The departure of Paul George has not affected the team, as Powell has had a breakout season, averaging 24 points with a three-point shooting percentage of 44.45%, his best performance yet. James Harden has been instrumental in maximizing the potential of players like Powell and Zubac. Zubac, a second-round pick in 2016, initially played for the Lakers as a substitute, often during garbage time, averaging only 3.7 points and 2.9 rebounds per game. At that time, Zubac averaged less than 10 minutes per game. However, through hard work and improvement, he gradually increased his averages to 7 points and 4.9 rebounds, then 8.1 points and 7.2 rebounds. The Lakers later traded Zubac to the Clippers, where he became the starting center, receiving more opportunities and seeing an increase in his scoring and rebounding averages. In the 2021-22 season, Zubac averaged 10.3 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 1.6 assists; in the 2022-23 season, he averaged 10.8 points, 9.9 rebounds, and 1.0 assists. After Harden joined the Clippers last season, he helped Zubac improve his efficiency in scoring off screens and in pick-and-roll situations, resulting in averages of 11.8 points, 9.3 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 1.2 blocks, with both points and blocks reaching…

On January 5th, Beijing time, the Minnesota Timberwolves suffered a three-game losing streak with a 105-119 defeat to the Detroit Pistons. They trailed by 5 points in the first quarter, 12 points at halftime, and 15 points after three quarters. In the fourth quarter, the Pistons still firmly controlled the game, and Edwards ultimately scored 53 points and 10 three-pointers in vain, as various record-breaking efforts proved useless. In this game, the Pistons used O'Sullivan to limit Edwards, whose defensive skills are somewhat inferior to his brother Amen's. In the first quarter, Edwards went 4-for-8 from the field, 3-for-4 from beyond the arc, and 2-for-3 from the free-throw line, scoring 13 points and 1 assist. He began to provoke aggressively in Motor City. In the second quarter, Edwards rested for 4 minutes before returning to hit another three three-pointers, scoring 13 points in the quarter. At halftime, Edwards played 20 minutes, going 8-for-15 from the field, 6-for-9 from three-point range, and scoring 26 points with 1 assist, with a negative plus-minus of -1. Despite Edwards' explosive performance, they still trailed by 12 points at halftime. Where is the justice in that? In the third quarter, Edwards continued to score wildly, and O'Sullivan really couldn't stop him. Edwards went 5-for-8 from the field, 3-for-3 from three-point range, and 5-for-5 from the free-throw line, scoring 18 points and 1 rebound. He had already scored 44 points, which was also the first time he had scored over 40 points this season. In the fourth quarter, Edwards hit another three-pointer to reach 51 points,…

Phoenix Suns Suffer Fourth Consecutive Loss! Durant Scores 25+7 in Defeat to Pacers, Haliburton's 27+8 with Consecutive Three-pointers Seals the Game Beijing Time January 5th, NBA regular season Phoenix Suns suffered a 108-126 defeat and were double-killed by the Pacers. The two teams played very close in the first half, tied at 56-56 at halftime; In the second half, the Suns lost 28-40 in the third quarter alone, and in the final quarter, the Suns' counterattack was still ineffective. The Pacers firmly controlled the situation, and Haliburton hit three-pointers in a row to kill the game. The Suns eventually lost and suffered four consecutive defeats, with their record becoming 15 wins and 18 losses; Pacers won two consecutive victories, with their record becoming 18 wins and 18 losses.‌ Statistical Data Suns: Durant 25 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists, 5 turnovers; Booker 20 points, 9 assists, 9 rebounds; Dunn 13 points, 3 rebounds; Beal 8 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists; Grayson Allen 13 points, 4 rebounds, 5 assists; Morris 12 points Pacers: Haliburton 27 points, 8 assists, 5 rebounds, 2 steals, 1 block; Turner 20 points, 6 rebounds, 3 blocks; Mathurin 13 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists; Siakam 15 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists; Toppin 12 points; Sheppard 10 points; McConnell 8 points, 4 assists Best of the Game Haliburton shot 8 for 19, including 5 for 12 from three-point range, scoring 27 points, 8 assists, and 5 rebounds, hitting three-pointers in a row at the critical moment to seal the game Highlight Moments Booker stole the ball and hit a…

On January 5th, Beijing time, the Phoenix Suns suffered a 108-126 loss to the Indiana Pacers on the road, marking their fourth consecutive defeat (seven losses in their last eight games). In the first half, the Suns were able to compete with the Pacers, but their defense collapsed in the third quarter, allowing 28 points to 40 and falling behind by 12 points. The game quickly entered garbage time in the fourth quarter. It seems that the Suns really need to consider trading for Butler if they want to see any changes. Bill, who had to leave early in the previous game due to injury, returned without any issues. The trio of stars reunited, with Bill scoring 5 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist, and 1 steal in the first quarter (2 out of 5 shots, 1 out of 1 three-pointers), Booker scoring 5 points, 1 rebound, and 2 assists (2 out of 3 shots, 1 out of 1 three-pointers), and Durant scoring 10 points, 3 assists, 2 rebounds, and 1 block (4 out of 7 shots). All three stars performed well, but the Pacers' balanced scoring kept them ahead by one point. In the second quarter, the Pacers once led by 7 points. The Suns' second lineup, including Okogie, Morris, and Bol, finally stepped up to score continuously, with Durant also scoring 4 points (2 out of 2 shots). However, Bill's shooting dropped to 1 out of 5, and Booker's shooting also dropped to 1 out of 4. It is rare for the Suns to win a game with their…

Leonard, as a superstar in the league, has always been a controversial player because his playing time is too short. It's common to not see him play for an entire season, and this season, the Clippers have been struggling under Harden's leadership. But since Harden is also at the end of his career, it's clearly impossible for him to continue leading the team alone. Therefore, whether Leonard can return to share the pressure is something that fans are very concerned about. However, Leonard seems to be continuing to tease the Clippers. Previously, Leonard stated that he might return to play during the Christmas game, but as everyone saw, Leonard did not return to play. Originally, it was said that he would return for the New Year, but Leonard's return has been postponed again. This time, the Clippers revealed that Leonard's return time will be postponed. Now, not only can the fans not accept it, but even some NBA players can't stand it. In the program, Rivers talked about: "Still acting, you shot an advertisement, saying for the 15th time that you will return to the game. But brother, go play on the court, that's your job, you've been injured 1500 times. I'm not saying the injury is fake, but Leonard hasn't really played." It must be said that now everyone's attitude towards Leonard is basically quite disappointed. They simply cannot understand how, as the actual leader of the Clippers, Leonard hardly plays. This attitude and the continuous promise of returning, then continuing to敷衍, will make both fans and teammates of…

As LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant, these superstars gradually enter the twilight of their careers, it seems that the future of the NBA has entered a new era. Who will take over their mantle and become the next superstar to dominate the league? This question was recently answered by James, Curry, and Durant themselves in an interview before Christmas. They mentioned four players who they believe will become future superstars. Today, let's talk about these four names and see if they have what it takes to carry the flag for the league. First on the list is Jayson Tatum. He's like a gust of wind, making progress almost every season. When he first entered the league, Tatum's performance didn't convince everyone. People said he had talent, but his play in critical moments never quite lived up to expectations. Look at his first Finals appearance; although he played well, he just fell short of leading the Celtics to the championship. But since then, Tatum has been like a man possessed, entering a high-speed growth channel. You may have forgotten that Tatum didn't win the FMVP last season because he was overshadowed by Smart, but his average of 29 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists was simply eye-catching! Looking at his current form, especially in the Christmas Day game against the 76ers, where he went 11 for 20 with 32 points and 15 rebounds, it's enough to make you want to jump up and clap. When it comes to crunch time, this guy's calmness is something that not many players…

The Lakers have won another game, defeating the Eastern powerhouse Hawks at home with a score of 119-102. Notably, LeBron James scored another 30 points today, bringing his career total to 563 games with 30+ points, surpassing Jordan to become the top scorer in history. The Lakers also have more good news as they have returned to fourth place in the West. After defeating the Hawks, their record stands at 20 wins and 14 losses. This is due to the Nuggets and Mavericks both losing their games today, allowing the Lakers to quickly climb up the ranks. The Lakers have had a rollercoaster season. Initially, the Lakers' record was at the top four level in the West, matching the Warriors and Suns with a strong start. However, all three teams began to falter, with the Lakers even dropping out of the play-in tournament area at one point. Now, the Lakers have finally made a comeback, and it's clear that acquiring Smith has significantly increased the defensive depth on the wing. In his debut with the Lakers against the Cavaliers, Smith went 1 for 4, not yet adapting to the team, but his defense still impressed the Lakers. Against the Trail Blazers, Smith had a 1 for 6 shooting rate, which had nothing to do with the opponent and was purely due to not yet adapting to the Lakers. Today, Smith found his rhythm, scoring 8 points and grabbing 5 rebounds in 23 minutes off the bench, going 3 for 5 from the field and 2 for 3 from beyond the…