The Clippers lost 99-112 to the Bulls today, ending their four-game winning streak. However, they remain in fifth place in the Western Conference, with the gap between them and the Lakers closing to 1.5 games. Today's loss isn't a big deal for the Clippers, considering that Leonard and Zubac didn't play. These are key players, and Zubac's impact in the paint is irreplaceable by Bamba. Despite Bamba starting and playing well with Harden due to his ability to space the floor and shoot threes, he later became somewhat ineffective. Bamba couldn't hurt the Bulls' interior defense, and relying on outside shooting alone won't defeat them. Moreover, the Clippers struggled to contain LaVine, who was unstoppable even against the Celtics. LaVine scored 35 points, shooting 11 of 21 from the field and 5 of 12 from three-point range. The Clippers' main issue is not only the absence of two key players but also their lack of energy. Harden, in particular, played 40 minutes against the Lakers and then logged 30 minutes in just three quarters today. He finished with 17 points, 5 rebounds, and 10 assists in 36 minutes, shooting 5 of 17 from the field, 3 of 13 from three-point range, and 4 of 4 from the free-throw line, with 5 turnovers. In two consecutive games, Harden played a total of 76 minutes. The Clippers' loss to the Bulls is understandable given Harden's workload. He refuses to rest, as Tyronn Lue pointed out, citing the team's lack of energy and softness in today's game. When discussing Harden, Lue mentioned fatigue…

On January 20th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season will continue with the Clippers playing back-to-back at home against the Bulls. The Clippers have been in hot form recently, defeating their city rivals the Lakers in the previous game to secure a four-game winning streak. In the game against the Lakers, the Clippers dominated both offensively and defensively, with Harden scoring 21 points and 12 assists, Zubac scoring 21 points and grabbing 19 rebounds to suppress Davis, and Leonard also contributing 19 points, leading the team to an easy victory. This impressive performance has brought the Clippers' record to 24 wins and 17 losses, placing them fifth in the Western Conference with a 1.5-game lead. For safety reasons, Leonard is still not participating in back-to-back games. This season, the Clippers have been very strong defensively, averaging only 106.5 points conceded, making them the third-least conceding team in the league. Although their offensive threat is not particularly significant, they rely on defense to drive offense, which has kept them among the top teams in the West. Harden is the key to the team's victories, with a chance to be reselected for the All-Star team. The progress of Powell and Zubac is also evident, and the team is currently in high spirits, with the opportunity to extend their winning streak. The Bulls are also playing back-to-back, having suffered a 102-113 defeat to the Trail Blazers in Portland in their previous game, resulting in a five-game losing streak. This shows that the Bulls are in poor form, only managing to hit eight three-pointers…

Today, the Clippers faced off against the Bulls at home in a back-to-back game. Zubac and Leonard were out for the Clippers, while Dosunmu and White were sidelined for the Bulls. The Clippers' starting lineup featured Powell, Little Jones, Bamba, Dunn, and Harden; the Bulls started with LaVine, Pau Gasol, Vucevic, Kidi, and Ball. In the first quarter, after the Clippers scored the initial two points, the Bulls responded with an 8-0 run, which was halted by a three-pointer from Bamba. However, after falling behind 10-5, Coach Lue called a timeout. Upon resuming play, both teams exchanged leads, with Harden hitting a three-pointer and LaVine showcasing a dunk, as the Bulls maintained their lead. The Clippers struggled to score, with only Bamba and Harden contributing points. Harden hit two consecutive three-pointers and drew a foul on a drive, converting the free throw, but the Bulls were able to respond with their own three-pointers. The first quarter concluded with the Clippers trailing 18-25, down by seven points. During the second quarter, with both teams rotating their lineups, Powell returned to score, leading the Clippers on an 8-2 run to close the gap to just one point, prompting the Bulls to call a timeout. However, following the timeout, the Bulls' offense continued to struggle, allowing Mann to execute an alley-oop dunk and Porter to counter with a slam, resulting in a 14-2 run that put the Clippers up by five points. Smith provided some relief with a putback basket, followed by another alley-oop dunk from Mann. The Bulls attempted to draw fouls…

This season, there are some surprising teams in addition to the Rockets and Grizzlies, including the Clippers! As a fragmented small ship, it is unexpected that they have managed to reach their current ranking. The Los Angeles Clippers started the new NBA season without star forward Kawhi Leonard. Despite Leonard's absence, the team has found ways to win games and maintain their ranking in the Western Conference. This proves the overall foundation of the Clippers, and everyone on the team deserves praise. Star guard James Harden has played a leading role on the court, and so far, he has excelled in leading this team. With Leonard returning to the court, the Clippers have won two consecutive games by a combined margin of an astonishing 88 points, setting an NBA record. The Clippers have re-entered the championship race! Currently, one of the biggest weaknesses of the Clippers is their size, and adding another big man could make a difference. According to insider reports, the Clippers are currently negotiating to add a multiple-time All-Star big man to address their lack of interior support. The trade will take place between Los Angeles and the Chicago Bulls, with Nikola Vucevic joining the Clippers. The details of the trade are as follows: Clippers receive: Center Nikola Vucevic Bulls receive: Guard Terance Mann, Forward PJ Tucker, a 2030 first-round draft pick, and a 2031 second-round draft pick Chicago has been trying to trade Vucevic for years as they enter a full rebuild phase. Now, the team has acquired scoring guard Mann, an expiring contract for Tucker,…

This time, let's talk about those lesser-known love stories in the entertainment circle, just like the love journey of Alaina and Rose, which is as exciting and thrilling as riding a roller coaster. In the summer of 2016, this was a turning point in Rose's life. He was originally in the limelight on the court, but who would have thought that Rose's injury suddenly arrived, which disrupted his plans and caused his career to hit rock bottom. The Chicago Bulls were particularly ruthless, actually trading Rose directly to the New York Knicks. At this moment, his mood was filled with helplessness. Just at this critical moment, Rose met 22-year-old Alaina Anderson, who had a very high profile. She had millions of followers on her social platform and was also a successful entrepreneur with a net worth of as high as $160 million. She was richer than Rose. After these two people met, they fell in love at first sight and vowed to be each other's most loyal partner. Their relationship looked like a fairy tale, but who could have expected that there would soon be a big reversal. Rose's ex-girlfriend suddenly filed a lawsuit, claiming that her ex-boyfriend suddenly did something to her three years ago. This incident immediately made a mess of Rose and Alaina's lives, and even their careers were greatly affected. At this time, Rose was almost unemployed and was labeled with the "qjf" hat. It was really raining misfortune upon misfortune. If it were an ordinary woman, she might have run away by now, after all,…

This season, the leaderboard for three-pointers exceeding 110 has been updated, with Edwards scoring 158 and Tatum 134. How about Curry? Edwards played in 38 games, making 158 three-pointers with 375 attempts, a three-point shooting percentage of 42.1%, averaging 4.2 three-pointers per game for the Timberwolves; Beasley played in 39 games, making 145 three-pointers with 366 attempts, a three-point shooting percentage of 39.6%, averaging 3.7 three-pointers per game for the Pistons; Hiro played in 37 games, making 145 three-pointers with 357 attempts, a three-point shooting percentage of 40.6%, averaging 3.9 three-pointers per game for the Heat; Mitchell played in 36 games, making 135 three-pointers with 329 attempts, a three-point shooting percentage of 41.0%, averaging 3.8 three-pointers per game for the Cavaliers; Tatum played in 36 games, making 134 three-pointers with 373 attempts, a three-point shooting percentage of 35.9%, averaging 3.7 three-pointers per game for the Celtics; Pritchard played in 39 games, making 133 three-pointers with 322 attempts, a three-point shooting percentage of 41.3%, averaging 3.4 three-pointers per game for the Celtics; Curry played in 30 games, making 131 three-pointers with 319 attempts, a three-point shooting percentage of 41.1%, averaging 4.4 three-pointers per game for the Warriors; White played in 37 games, making 125 three-pointers with 330 attempts, a three-point shooting percentage of 37.9%, averaging 3.4 three-pointers per game for the Celtics; Haliburton played in 40 games, making 116 three-pointers with 322 attempts, a three-point shooting percentage of 36.0%, averaging 2.9 three-pointers per game for the Pacers; White played in 36 games, making 113 three-pointers with 306 attempts, a three-point shooting…

The Kings defeated the Bulls with a score of 124-119, which for the Kings was just another routine victory in their recent streak. They have recently undergone a transformation and have won seven consecutive games, with a record of 20 wins and 19 losses, temporarily ranking ninth in the Western Conference, only half a game behind the eighth-placed Timberwolves. Moreover, with the Cavaliers losing to the Pacers on the same day, the Kings' seven-game winning streak has become the longest active streak in the league! Basketball Warrior noticed that among the seven victories, there were significant wins such as a 114-97 victory over the Eastern Conference's second-ranked Celtics by 17 points, a 138-133 win over the Western Conference's third-ranked Grizzlies, and a 110-100 victory over the Western Conference's fifth-ranked Mavericks. The Kings even defeated the Warriors by 30 points with a score of 129-99, which was quite unexpected. Why has the Kings experienced a transformation recently when they were once in a precarious position? The most direct factor is the change in the team's head coach. On December 27, 2024, the Kings officially announced the dismissal of Mike Brown, and assistant coach Doug Christie was appointed as the interim head coach. Mike Brown's coaching record for the Kings this season did not meet expectations, with a record of only 13 wins and 18 losses at the time of his dismissal, ranking 12th in the Western Conference, gradually falling behind the competitive Western Conference teams. In addition, according to media reports, during Mike Brown's tenure, there may have been rumors of…

The NBA regular season schedule is nearing its halfway point, and the Western Conference is in chaos. The top spot is held firmly by the Thunder, while the bottom three teams - the Trail Blazers, Jazz, and Pelicans - are content with tanking. The middle 11 teams have formed a chaotic group, with not much difference between them. According to StatMuse, the threshold for the top six in the West this season is estimated to be around a 58% win rate, and the play-in tournament threshold is expected to be around 52%. This would be enough to secure a playoff spot in the East. For a long time, the East has not received much attention, but in the past six seasons, three Eastern Conference teams have won championships: the Raptors in 2019, the Bucks in 2021, and the Celtics in 2024. They have indeed benefited greatly from their divisional advantages, with many teams being easy wins. To be precise, starting from the eighth-placed Pistons in the East, the overall competitiveness is not very strong. This includes the Nets and Bulls who are preparing to tank, the Raptors, Hornets, and Wizards who are on the way to tanking, and the 76ers who do not want to tank but have been mediocre. To be honest, the rise of young teams like the Thunder, Rockets, Grizzlies, Cavaliers, and Magic proves that tanking and rebuilding is not necessarily a bad thing. It may only take a 2-3 year cycle to complete a framework reshuffle. However, there is one team that cannot even tank because…

With the Lakers' overall performance slipping and their championship prospects growing increasingly dim, it seems as though their title dreams are fading away. In their last game against the Hawks, the Lakers were defeated at the buzzer, causing their morale to plummet. Injuries have been piling up, the roster is thin, and many players are not performing well, with the team seemingly caught in a vicious cycle. What's more concerning is that the Lakers' management appears to have taken insufficient measures in response. As James' end-of-season goals and personal aspirations become clearer, the Lakers' upper management has felt intense pressure. James has made it clear: if the team wants to continue contending for the championship, they must make trades immediately, and the window of opportunity for this decision is narrowing. His demands of the Lakers' management are very explicit - if they continue to delay, it may be too late. Currently, there are two trade options available for the Lakers. Option one: the Lakers are targeting the Bulls' strong inside player, Vucevic. The Lakers have proposed a seemingly practical trade target to address their weaknesses in the frontcourt and frontline. The trade details involve the Lakers sending Vincent, Christie, Sefino, and two second-round draft picks to the Bulls in exchange for center Vucevic and forward Craig. Vucevic can dominate in the paint, not only excelling as a rebounder but also as a scorer who can stretch the floor. With his wealth of playoff experience, he can provide crucial support in key moments, ensuring that the Lakers' interior is no longer…

The Golden State Warriors have been struggling this season with a high number of losses and an inability to improve their win-loss record. There are several reasons for this, including inconsistent player performance and numerous injuries. Recently, Kuminga has been out due to injury, which has had a significant impact on the team. Prior to his injury, Kuminga was putting up career-best numbers and scoring over 30 points in consecutive games. He is expected to be out for at least three weeks, making this period particularly challenging for the Warriors. Kuminga has been the second-leading scorer for the Warriors this season, behind only Curry. Without him, the team's offensive scoring and defensive capabilities have significantly declined. New addition Schroder has not had the desired impact. While he averaged 18.4 points, 3.0 rebounds, 6.6 assists, and 1.1 steals per game with the Brooklyn Nets, his averages with the Warriors have dropped to 9.5 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 4.6 assists. In recent games, Schroder has struggled with shooting, going 3 for 17 from the field. Hield has also been experiencing a shooting slump, with poor performances from beyond the arc in his last three games. Despite starting the season strongly, his scoring has been declining. This inconsistency may explain why he is valued at only $38 million over four years. With both Hield and Schroder struggling to score, they are unable to effectively support Curry in leading the team to victory. The absence of Kuminga further exacerbates the team's scoring issues. According to ESPN, the Warriors are not interested in trading for…