On January 5th, Beijing time, we continue to focus on the NBA Western Conference arena. With victories for the Clippers, Warriors, Nuggets, Trail Blazers, and Jazz today, there have been changes in the rankings in the Western Conference. The Nuggets have risen to fourth place after their overtime comeback, while the Clippers, with Leonard's return and a big win over the Hawks, have moved up to seventh in the standings. Let's take a look back at today's exciting games!
The Clippers defeated the Hawks 131-105. In this game, Leonard returned, and the first quarter was very exciting, with the Clippers leading by just one point. In the second quarter, the Clippers scored an impressive 45 points, winning the quarter by 20 points and entering the second half. In the second half, the Hawks still couldn't find their offensive rhythm, and the Clippers continued to expand their lead without any pressure. With Leonard's return, the Clippers' rotation lineup is very strong. In the final quarter, the Hawks still couldn't find a way to close the gap, and the Clippers ended their losing streak with a big win. Leonard had an easy 12 points, Harden had 10+15, Powell had 20 points, Zubac had 18+18, and Young of the Hawks had 20 points!
The Warriors defeated the Grizzlies 121-113. It was another thrilling match where the Warriors played exceptionally well and defeated the Grizzlies, giving them their second consecutive loss. Curry was absent from this game, but the Warriors shot well from beyond the arc today, suppressing the Grizzlies in scoring throughout all four quarters. Six Warriors players scored in double figures, with Wiggins leading the charge with 24 points, Davis with 11+9, Hield with 14 points, Schroder with 17+9, and Waters with 16 points. Although Jackson and Bane both scored over 20 points for the Grizzlies today, the rest of the team did not provide enough firepower support. The Grizzlies are now ranked third, while the Warriors have moved up to eighth!