NBA regular season is in full swing, and the league has officially announced the third phase of fan voting results for the 2025 San Francisco All-Star Weekend. Giannis Antetokounmpo leads with a whopping 3,489,956 votes, securing his position as the top vote-getter for the third consecutive period! Additionally, seven other players have received over two million votes: Tatum, Towns, Jokic, James, Durant, Wembanyama, and Alexander. According to the initial voting results, the starting lineups for the East and West are as follows: In the West, it's Jokic + LeBron + KD + Alexander + Curry; in the East, it's Giannis + Tatum + Towns + LaMelo Ball + Mitchell. In the first and second stages of voting, Giannis from the East outpaced Jokic from the West to become the top vote-getter, a title well-deserved with the highest number of votes in the league! On one hand, Giannis' abilities are unquestionable. This new season, he has played 33 games, averaging an impressive 31.3 points + 11.8 rebounds + 6.1 assists + 1.4 blocks, with a shooting percentage of 60.1%. On the other hand, Giannis' popularity is at the top among mid-career stars, with even strong contenders like Jokic and Tatum unable to match him. Moreover, Giannis' explosive playing style aligns with American aesthetics. It's worth noting that Giannis received a total of 3,489,956 votes, making him the only player in the league to surpass three million votes. In comparison, the second-ranked Jokic received "only" 2,924,436 votes, 560,000 fewer than Giannis. This is a significant gap that will be hard to close,…

The NBA's 2025 All-Star Game is approaching, and fan voting has entered its final stages, ending on January 20th local time. Therefore, the current vote counts for players are still subject to change, especially considering the upcoming phase where one vote equals three votes! In the third round of voting results, who are the top vote-getters in the East and West? The answer is Antetokounmpo and Jokic, consistent with the previous round's voting results. Antetokounmpo - 3,489,956 votes With 3.48 million votes, the current top vote-getter is still Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Bucks. His personal statistics and performance this season have been outstanding, especially at the beginning of the season when the Bucks were once so low that they ranked last in the Eastern Conference, which led to many trade rumors about Antetokounmpo. However, Antetokounmpo eventually teamed up with Lillard to lead the Bucks out of the mire and onto the road to success, winning the NBA championship. This remarkable comeback left a deep impression on the outside world, and his strength is undoubtedly among the best in the league, hence the high number of votes. In the Eastern Conference frontcourt, Tatum ranks second with 2,842,956 All-Star votes, ranking third among all stars! Following him is Towns with over 2.45 million votes, who has performed well with the Knicks. Ball - 1,908,967 votes Currently, the highest vote-getter in the Eastern Conference backcourt is LaMelo Ball, with 1.9 million votes! Looking at his personal performance this season, he is undoubtedly the most outstanding player in the Eastern Conference in terms of…

On January 11, 2025, Beijing time, the 22-win and 17-loss Magic hosted the 19-win and 16-loss Bucks. The Magic's top star, Paolo Banchero, returned from injury, while the Wagner brothers and Suggs continued to be absent. The Magic were playing back-to-back games, and except for Banchero, the other players were not physically fit enough. Could they compete against the Bucks, who have Giannis Antetokounmpo? The Bucks' starting lineup was Lillard + Jackson + Prince + Giannis Antetokounmpo + Brook Lopez, while the Magic's starting lineup was Anthony + Pope + Silva + Banchero + Bitadze. In the first quarter, Prince and Lopez hit three-pointers, giving the Bucks a 6-0 lead. However, Anthony, Bitadze, Silva, and Banchero scored 13 points in a row, allowing the Magic to take a 7-point lead. Lillard, Prince, and Giannis Antetokounmpo narrowed the gap to 1 point, but Pope, Silva, and Isaac extended it to 8 points. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Portis brought the Bucks within 1 point, and Blake and Banchero scored, while Middleton, Portis, and Giannis Antetokounmpo responded. The Bucks took a 1-point lead, but Isaac and Blake helped the Magic regain a 4-point advantage. Giannis Antetokounmpo dunked, and at the end of the first quarter, the Magic led 31-29. In the second quarter, Lillard made free throws, and Isaac and Blake responded, giving the Magic a 5-point lead. Middleton made a mid-range shot, and Banchero and Silva responded, increasing the lead to 7 points. Lillard scored 6 points in a row, and Silva and Anthony responded, keeping the lead at 5 points. Giannis Antetokounmpo…

Recently, the results of the first round of voting for the highly anticipated 2025 NBA All-Star Game have been officially announced. This list not only showcases the enthusiasm of the fans but also sparked many unexpected discussions. From Giannis Antetokounmpo's continued dominance as the top vote-getter to LeBron James' rare fall out of the top three, and Curry's ranking that evokes a sigh, this voting is full of highlights. Let's take a look at where these highly anticipated players stand and what changes may occur in the future! Giannis Antetokounmpo: Leading the Way, Is the Top Spot Secure? According to official data, Giannis has received an impressive 1,710,630 votes, firmly occupying the top spot with a significant lead over other players. For Giannis, such a performance is not surprising. As one of the league's top superstars, his dominance and appeal are beyond question. It's worth noting that in previous All-Star voting, Giannis has won the "top vote-getter" title multiple times. This time, leading the list again is the best affirmation of his consistent performance. Of course, the All-Star voting is always full of variables, and the upcoming game performances will still be key. Some players may attract more votes with outstanding performances, posing a challenge to Giannis' leading position. However, there is no doubt that according to the current trend, Giannis has a high possibility of becoming the top vote-getter. LeBron James: Controversy Over Ranking Drop, Can He Make a Strong Comeback? The biggest "upset" in this voting might be LeBron James' unexpected ranking. The data shows that "LBJ" received…

In today's NBA arena, the flames of the 2024-25 season have already burned through about 30 games, with various strong teams vying for dominance in fiercely competitive matches. The race for the MVP has entered a white-hot stage, while the title of scoring champion has also become a focal point of attention. Among them, superstars like Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jokic, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are fiercely competing for this supreme honor. It must be said that the battle for the scoring title this season is particularly significant for Giannis Antetokounmpo, the star player of the Bucks. If he successfully claims the crown, it will leave an indelible mark in NBA history - becoming the first legendary star to collect all major NBA honors. It should be noted that even legendary figures in the basketball world like LeBron James and Michael Jordan have not achieved this feat. At 30 years old, Giannis is in the prime of his career, with his competitive form at its peak. Referring to the long and illustrious careers of stars like James, Durant, and Curry, with Giannis' physical prowess and competitive state, there are at least another five years of peak performance ahead. And after this contract ends, with his abilities, signing another maximum salary contract is almost a certainty. Looking back at Giannis' career, it is truly one filled with honors. He holds one championship trophy and was awarded the Finals MVP, which is the best recognition of his dominance in the finals. Two regular-season MVPs prove that he has always been one of the most…

This season, many star players have seen a drop in their average scoring. Players like LeBron James and Stephen Curry have dropped to an average of 23 points per game. Two-time scoring champion Joel Embiid has also been affected by injuries, averaging only 22 points this season. Last season's top scorer Luka Doncic has averaged 28.7 points so far in the regular season, not quite reaching 30 points. On one hand, his efficiency is slightly lower than before, and on the other hand, the Mavericks have more players capable of playing, with the addition of a new player, Thompson, who can help share the scoring load. As for James Harden, who scored exceptionally well a few years ago, he is no longer able to return to his previous form. Although the team leader Kawhi Leonard has yet to return, Harden has to lead the team forward alone, with more opportunities to decide how to score. However, Harden has already adapted to his new role and no longer sees himself as a pure scorer. He is now more focused on organizing and connecting plays. This season, Harden averages 21.6 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 8.5 assists, which may seem average, but his influence on the court remains significant. Of course, there are also star players whose average scoring has skyrocketed this season, and Giannis Antetokounmpo is one of them. Currently, Antetokounmpo averages 32.5 points, 11.6 rebounds, and 6.2 assists, ranking first in the league in scoring. However, compared to previous seasons, the depth of the Bucks' roster has started to decline, with…

According to the latest report by Shams Charania, a journalist from ESPN, the Golden State Warriors are actively seeking suitable trade partners in an effort to acquire an All-Star level partner for Stephen Curry before the trade deadline this season. The Warriors are determined to enhance their team strength. Why do I say that? Think about it, Curry is such an excellent player, but basketball is a team sport, and it's not enough to rely on just one person. It's like the basketball team in our neighborhood; there's a young man with exceptional skills, but every time they play, he's the only one performing well while his teammates don't contribute much, so the results don't improve. That's why the Golden State Warriors want to find a good helper for Curry, an All-Star level partner, which will make the team stronger and increase their chances of winning the championship. According to BR, Charania said on yesterday's "Today's NBA" program: "I've learned that the Warriors are actively looking for a star, an organizer, a scorer, someone who can play alongside Stephen Curry." This is quite normal for the Warriors to want to find a star who can partner with Curry. Think about it, a team wants to achieve good results, it can't rely on just one star. It's like our CBA's Guangdong team; Yi Jianlian was very strong when he was there, but the team also looked for other capable players to help, so that the team could be more competitive. The Warriors probably think the same way, wanting to find a…