The Lakers defeated the Warriors in a thrilling Christmas Day matchup with a final score of 115-113. The game was a classic example of NBA-style drama, with intense moments that kept everyone on the edge of their seats until the very end. LeBron James showcased his all-around skills, Stephen Curry displayed his incredible three-point shooting prowess, and Austin Reaves delivered the game-winning shot. It was an exciting victory for the Lakers, with Curry also putting on a great performance, much to the delight of the fans and the financial benefit of the NBA league. Let's take a look at what media experts had to say after the game.
Liaoning media commented that Reaves easily got past Wiggins in the final moments. If this were in the CBA, even if Wiggins scored the second-highest points for the Warriors in this game, it would be useless, and he would surely face harsh criticism. Li Ke did not play a single minute, leaving us to wonder if Coach Kerr of the Warriors would receive backlash on social media, or if anyone would feel sympathy for Li Ke.
Curry went all out today, making incredible three-point shots. It's truly a blessing to witness such experienced players giving their all on the court. Overall, the game was incredibly exciting, with both James and Curry, the "veteran warriors" on the court, delivering outstanding performances.
The Warriors executed excellent sideline ball cooperation, creating an opportunity for Curry to make a long-range three-pointer, which tied the score. However, in the final 6.3 seconds, Reaves made his move, breaking through Wiggins' defense to complete a spectacular game-winning shot. The game was simply too exciting!
Shanghai media stated that the two major traffic drivers in the NBA lived up to their reputation. This Christmas Day matchup was filled with explosive entertainment effects. Throughout the game, both teams gave their all, providing fans with a visual feast. From the start, there was intense competition and impressive goals, keeping the audience thrilled.
Duan Ran said that when the Lakers and the Warriors meet, it's bound to be exciting. The rivalry between James and Curry on the court is breathtaking: James and Curry compete fiercely, James targets Curry in one-on-one situations, James closely defends Curry, and Curry responds with two difficult three-pointers... These matchups are etched in our memories. This is James and Curry, the two old rivals who have been battling on the court for years, showing mutual respect.
Tonight, even with gray hair at his temples, James took on the responsibility of leading the team after Davis left early due to injury. With a calm mind, he organized the Lakers' offense methodically. James frequently attacked the basket, putting the Warriors, who had an advantage in the paint, in a tough spot. In the final moments, James leaped high to block Wiggins, demonstrating his determination to win the game.
Curry, whose recent form has been inconsistent, showed his brightest performance of the season in this game—scoring 38 points and dishing out 6 assists, with 8 successful three-pointers out of 15 attempts. Especially in the crucial moments, his signature two decisive three-pointers brought the Chase Center to a boil. However, unexpectedly, it was Reaves who stepped up in the final moments to respond, perfectly concluding the magnificent feast with his third career triple-double.
Kong Dexin mentioned that in the final moments, Redick executed the familiar EOG (End of Game) scissors cut for the Lakers. In the closing seconds, Little Reaves set a screen for James, while Curry, responsible for preventing the inbound pass, stopped James from receiving the ball. When Little Reaves faced Wiggins with the ball, the game turned into a simple one-on-one confrontation. Despite previously taking hasty three-point shots, Little Reaves sealed the night with a breakthrough quasi-buzzer-beater. Davis was injured and left the game after only 7 minutes, but the nearly 40-year-old James managed to score 31 points, 10 assists, along with 2 steals, 1 block, and 1 turnover, struggling to keep the game going. Little Reaves shone in the second half, scoring 26 points, grabbing 10 rebounds, and dishing out 10 assists. Christie and Hachimura also completed their tasks well. In the end, the Lakers, with a depleted lineup, won the game without any major issues. They controlled their turnovers better, successfully defended rebounds with a small lineup, and did not allow the Warriors to pull away in three-point shooting, making Curry's highest-scoring performance in the Christmas game go to waste.