NBA regular season is in full swing, with the Lakers hosting the Nets at home. Facing a struggling Nets team, the Lakers failed to assert their dominance and had a tough battle that went down to the wire before ultimately securing a narrow 102-101 victory over the Nets, earning them a two-game winning streak. James: 12 out of 17 shots made, 29 points, 7 rebounds, 8 assists, 1 block, 2 steals, with a plus-minus of -11. After this game, he has accumulated 827 points, 263 rebounds, 309 assists, 16 blocks, and 28 steals in the regular season. Rivers: 13 out of 23 shots made, 38 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, 1 block, with a plus-minus of +1. After this game, he has accumulated 592 points, 142 rebounds, 204 assists, 36 steals, and 4 blocks in the regular season. Hachimura: 4 out of 10 shots made, 10 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal, with a plus-minus of +3. After this game, he has accumulated 402 points, 170 rebounds, 49 assists, 30 steals, and 19 blocks in the regular season. Vincent: 4 out of 8 shots made, 10 points, 1 rebound, 3 assists, 2 blocks, 2 steals, with a plus-minus of 0. After this game, he has accumulated 154 points, 45 rebounds, 36 assists, 26 steals, and 6 blocks in the regular season. Christie: 2 out of 13 shots made, 7 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists, with a plus-minus of 0. After this game, he has accumulated 310 points, 89 rebounds, 48 assists, 34 steals, and 15 blocks in…

NBA regular season continued with the Lakers defeating the Nets 102-101 at home, securing their second consecutive win. The Lakers started the game in mediocre form, struggling with missed shots and turnovers on offense, but fortunately, the Nets' offense was also inconsistent, allowing the Lakers to maintain a narrow 24-23 lead in the first quarter. In the second quarter, the Lakers' offensive struggles persisted, relying on the Nets' frequent turnovers to gradually build a double-digit lead, which they quickly relinquished. At halftime, the Lakers held a slim six-point lead over the Nets. In the third quarter, due to LeBron James' reluctance to attack, the Lakers were quickly overtaken in scoring. However, Vincent Reeves stepped up, helping the Lakers regain their advantage. In the final quarter, both teams suddenly unleashed a barrage of three-pointers, with Reeves exploding for crucial points that ultimately secured the victory for the Lakers. With the win, the Lakers improved their record to 22 wins and 17 losses. So, where exactly did the Lakers win this game? Perhaps the data can provide some answers. LeBron James had an impressive performance, shooting 12 for 17 from the field, 4 for 6 from three-point range, and 1 for 2 from the free-throw line, accumulating 29 points, 7 rebounds, 8 assists, 1 steal, and 2 blocks with 5 turnovers. While his efficiency was high, James' offensive aggressiveness was lacking before the fourth quarter. With Anthony Davis out, and neither Vanderbilt nor DFS playing, the Lakers relied heavily on James to carry the offensive load, which he did admirably despite the…

On January 17th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continues. As the schedule progresses in depth, many teams in the league have also experienced varying degrees of injuries. In order to better fill the lineup gaps, teams led by the Suns have begun to make moves to strengthen their squads, hoping to transform their teams into an ideal state before the trade deadline. It is worth noting that after the Suns officially announced a 4-for-2 trade to acquire Richards, the Los Angeles Lakers have also completed their own recruitment operations. They temporarily gave up on Valanciunas, abandoned the Jazz's young interior player, officially waived two-way player Olivari, and signed with free agent Jamison. Here, some fans may be unfamiliar with the name Jamison. Is it really worth giving up Olivari, who averages 17 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists, and a three-point shooting rate of 40% in the Development League, for such an unknown player? The answer is obviously yes. As a 2023 NBA draft pick, the 25-year-old Jamison stands at 2.11 meters tall and weighs 117 kilograms. Since his debut, he has played for the Wizards, Pelicans, and Grizzlies. This season, he represented the Pelicans in 16 regular-season games, averaging 10 minutes per game and scoring 2 points and 2 rebounds. Although his statistics are average, Jamison's potential is still worth exploring. It should be noted that in last season's game against the Wizards, representing the Grizzlies, he once scored 24 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 blocks in a single game with 13 out of 11 shots. In terms of…

The Los Angeles Lakers, currently ranked sixth in the West and striving to secure their playoff spot, are still seeking trades despite acquiring Smith. Notably, the Atlanta Hawks, also a mid-tier team in the East, are planning to establish young players as the core of their team. American media has proposed a 6-player trade between the Lakers and the Hawks. Do you think it's reliable? Here are the details of the trade: The Los Angeles Lakers receive Hachimura (US17million),JaredVanderbilt(US17 million), Jared Vanderbilt (US17million),JaredVanderbilt(US10.4 million), Jalen Hood-Shephino (US3.8million),the2029first−rounddraftpick(LosAngelesLakers),andthe2025second−rounddraftpick(LosAngelesLakers).TheAtlantaHawksreceiveOnyekaOkongwu(US3.8 million), the 2029 first-round draft pick (Los Angeles Lakers), and the 2025 second-round draft pick (Los Angeles Lakers). The Atlanta Hawks receive Onyeka Okongwu (US3.8million),the2029first−rounddraftpick(LosAngelesLakers),andthe2025second−rounddraftpick(LosAngelesLakers).TheAtlantaHawksreceiveOnyekaOkongwu(US14 million) and Bogdan Bogdanovic (US$17 million). If this trade is completed, two main issues in the Lakers' lineup will be resolved. Bogdanovic is an experienced shooter, while Okongwu is a reliable backup center who can meet the Lakers' need for frontcourt size and complement Anthony Davis. The Hawks can continue to restructure their lineup, integrate draft assets, and gain future salary flexibility. Okongwu is a young and malleable center, averaging 11.2 points and 7.4 rebounds per game this season. He will fill the Lakers' center vacancy and likely allow Anthony Davis to return to his power forward position. With Okongwu's support as a rebounder and interior defender, Davis can maximize his impact, becoming a lurking help defender in the corner. Bogdanovic averages 10.7 points per game this season with significantly reduced playing time. This shooting specialist has a career three-point shooting rate of 38.2%, which can solve the…

The general manager of the Lakers, Pelinka, has once again demonstrated his decisiveness and foresight in the trade operations this season. His carefully planned second trade scheme was recently exposed, attracting widespread attention within the league. It is reported that the Lakers plan to send Vincent, Vanderbilt, and a valuable first-round draft pick from the team to the Bulls in exchange for the powerful center Vučević. This trade will undoubtedly inject a strong shot into the Lakers' interior strength, filling fans with expectations for the team's future. Vučević, as the core center of the Bulls, is known throughout the league for his outstanding offensive abilities. He averages a luxurious 20 points and 10 rebounds per game, showcasing his strong dominance in the paint. What's even more remarkable is his precise three-point shooting ability, with a hit rate as high as 44%, a figure that even surpasses that of the Warriors' superstar Stephen Curry, demonstrating his versatility on the offensive end. The arrival of Vučević will undoubtedly become the best partner for Anthony Davis, also known as "Mei Mei," and their cooperation in the paint will be extremely threatening. At the same time, Vučević's three-point shooting ability will create more space for James' breakthroughs, making the Lakers' offensive system more three-dimensional and varied. James has shown great excitement about this trade. He believes that Vučević's joining will greatly enhance the overall strength of the Lakers, giving them the opportunity to make a run at the championship. Although Vučević has certain shortcomings in defense, especially in terms of lateral movement speed when…

A Spectacular 23-Point Comeback! Lakers End Their 3-Game Losing Streak, LeBron James Explodes in the Fourth Quarter, Anthony Davis Scores 22 with 11 Rebounds On January 16th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season is in full swing, with the Los Angeles Lakers hosting the Miami Heat. Prior to this game, the Lakers had a record of 20 wins and 17 losses, ranking 6th in the West. They recently suffered a three-game losing streak, with James and Davis' states being unstable. The Lakers have a lack of frontcourt depth and struggle with three-point shooting; they average only 41.4 rebounds per game (ranking third to last in the league) and 12.0 three-pointers (fifth to last). However, it's reassuring that the Lakers' current record is still good enough to secure a direct playoff spot. On the other side, the Heat, with a record of 20 wins and 18 losses before this game, ranked 7th in the East, and although their record is also commendable, their team situation is precarious. Butler, the star player, is on the verge of leaving the team due to conflicts with the management. In the starting lineups, the Lakers fielded James, Davis, Reeves, Hachimura, and Christie, while the Heat countered with Herro, Adebayo, Rozier, Harkless, and Hayes. In the first quarter, Adebayo won the tip-off for the Heat, who took the lead with a missed three-pointer by Rozier. The Lakers quickly responded with a strong shot by Davis, followed by a three-pointer from Herro. Christie replied with a three-pointer of his own, and Adebayo scored with a turnaround jumper.…

On January 17th, NBA Clippers owner and billionaire Steve Ballmer donated 15milliontofamiliesaffectedbytheLosAngeleswildfirestohelpthemrebuildtheirhomes.TheNBAannouncedthatit,alongwiththeplayers′union,woulddonate15 million to families affected by the Los Angeles wildfires to help them rebuild their homes. The NBA announced that it, along with the players' union, would donate 15milliontofamiliesaffectedbytheLosAngeleswildfirestohelpthemrebuildtheirhomes.TheNBAannouncedthatit,alongwiththeplayers′union,woulddonate1 million to organizations such as the American Red Cross and World Central Kitchen to support those impacted by the disaster. The NBA also stated its intention to collaborate with the Lakers and Clippers to aid in long-term recovery efforts. Lakers player Anthony Davis contributed 20,000,andteammateJaredVanderbiltdonated20,000, and teammate Jared Vanderbilt donated 20,000,andteammateJaredVanderbiltdonated4,000. On the same day, Steve Ballmer and his wife Connie Ballmer released a statement announcing that the Ballmer Group would donate 15milliontosupportLosAngelescommunitiesaffectedbythewildfires.Inthestatement,Ballmerwrote,"WelovethecityofLosAngelesandwanttohelpcommunitiesaffectedbythedevastatingwildfires.Workingwithlocalpartners,theBallmerGroupwillcontributetoaddressingurgentfoodandhousingneedsandsupportfirstresponders.Wehaveprovidedaninitialemergencyfundof15 million to support Los Angeles communities affected by the wildfires. In the statement, Ballmer wrote, "We love the city of Los Angeles and want to help communities affected by the devastating wildfires. Working with local partners, the Ballmer Group will contribute to addressing urgent food and housing needs and support first responders. We have provided an initial emergency fund of 15milliontosupportLosAngelescommunitiesaffectedbythewildfires.Inthestatement,Ballmerwrote,"WelovethecityofLosAngelesandwanttohelpcommunitiesaffectedbythedevastatingwildfires.Workingwithlocalpartners,theBallmerGroupwillcontributetoaddressingurgentfoodandhousingneedsandsupportfirstresponders.Wehaveprovidedaninitialemergencyfundof15 million to assist those affected by the fires, especially the historically diverse and multicultural community of Altadena." Last year, Ballmer ranked sixth on the global rich list, with a net worth of approximately 157.2billion(about1,152.5billionRMB).Netizensrespondedwithcommentslike,"Theleaguedonates157.2 billion (about 1,152.5 billion RMB). Netizens responded with comments like, "The league donates 157.2billion(about1,152.5billionRMB).Netizensrespondedwithcommentslike,"Theleaguedonates1 million, but you donate 15million?Youreallyhaveguts;don′teventhinkaboutwinningthechampionshiptitle,daringtostealthespotlightfromtheleague.""Lastyearwas15 million? You really have guts; don't even think about winning the championship title, daring to steal the spotlight from the league." "Last year was 15million?Youreallyhaveguts;don′teventhinkaboutwinningthechampionshiptitle,daringtostealthespotlightfromtheleague.""Lastyearwas157.2 billion, so let me round it up for…

Congratulations to the Lakers and Suns! A 4-for-2 trade has been completed, and Anthony Davis finally gets his wish On January 16th, Beijing time, the latest round of NBA regular season games have all concluded. In addition to the thrilling basketball matches on the court, several significant off-court news have emerged overnight in the league. The editor has integrated these reports for your information, please do not overinterpret them. Among them, congratulations to the Lakers, a signing and a cut have been officially completed, and Anthony Davis has finally achieved his wish. Congratulations to the Suns, a 4-for-2 trade has been completed, and the three giants welcome a super frontcourt player to join. Domestically, Yang Hanshen, the number one player of the Chinese men's basketball team, has officially teamed up with James, signing with Rich Paul's agency company to prepare for the related matters of registering for the NBA draft conference in April. Regarding the Suns, according to NBA reporter Shams, the Suns have officially reached a 4-for-2 blockbuster trade with the Hornets. The details of the trade are that the Suns sent Okogie + 3 second-round picks to receive Richards + a second-round pick from the Hornets. It is worth noting that this trade not only enhances the Suns' frontcourt strength but also saves the team at least 20millioninluxurytaxbyreplacingOkogie′s20 million in luxury tax by replacing Okogie's 20millioninluxurytaxbyreplacingOkogie′s8 million salary with Richards' $5 million salary, which can be considered a double success. For the Lakers, after their long-coveted Richards was taken away by the neighboring Suns, Pelinka had to take…

On January 16th, Beijing time, the NBA 2024-25 season regular season welcomes a focus battle between the East and West, with the Los Angeles Lakers hosting the Miami Heat. This is the second matchup between the two teams this season. In the previous encounter, the Heat defeated the Lakers by a huge margin of 41 points, which was also the worst defeat for the Lakers so far. Obviously, the Lakers have had a strange circle this season. After playing a few good games, they started to refresh their lower limits, suffering unexpected defeats one after another. In recent games, they not only lost to the Mavericks without Doncic but were also beaten by the Spurs in a single quarter, making their defense seem to disappear in an instant, causing sighs. As a result, the Lakers currently have a record of only 20 wins and 17 losses, suffering a three-game losing streak and falling to seventh place in the Western Conference. It should be noted that in the previous two years, the Lakers lost by more than 20 points in a total of six regular-season games, but this season, they have already lost seven times, which is indeed a bit of a letdown. In response to this, James said in an interview with the media, "I think we should bring defensive intensity to our opponents, making it difficult for them to score; on the offensive end, we should share the ball more. When we have 20 or 30 assists and keep our turnovers low, we are hard to beat!" Before the…

This season, Davis has averaged 3.5 assists from 51.5 passes per game. In terms of assists alone, he ranks ninth among big men. In fact, considering the 7+ assists he has recorded against teams like the Thunder, Kings, and Hawks, it is evident that Davis' playmaking ability has improved this season. Regarding Davis' playmaking, it is important to note: Firstly, efficiency. With an average of 51.5 passes per game, Davis has an assist-to-turnover ratio of 1.83. Across the league, this surpasses most perimeter players, including Jaylen Brown (1.67) and Harden (1.66). Secondly, enhancement. This season, 13 Lakers players have received passes from Davis and taken shots, with only Russell, Vincent, and Milton shooting below 40%. To some extent, Davis' passes have an enhancing effect on his teammates' shooting. However, despite the improvements in playmaking compared to previous seasons, there is still a significant gap between Davis and players like Jokic and Sabonis. Of course, the Lakers do not position Davis as a facilitator-type center. What does Davis' improvement in playmaking mean for the Lakers? Firstly, after Russell's departure, Reeves has taken on the majority of the team's organizational responsibilities. Statistically speaking, in the last 7 games, he has averaged 75.2 passes per game, which is a new high in his NBA career and the first time exceeding 60+ passes. On a positive note, from the five games starting against the Warriors and ending against the Rockets, Reeves has recorded double-digit assists in four games, demonstrating his potential to become a dual-guard. Of course, as previously mentioned, given the upward trend…