NBA regular season continues with the Lakers, fresh off a major trade, hosting the league-leading Cavaliers! LeBron James faces his old team, ensuring no shortage of excitement! In this game, two newly acquired players for the Lakers, Smith and Milton, will make their debuts! The performance of these new additions is highly anticipated! Vincent, however, will miss the game due to a strain. Before the game, the Lakers announced their starting lineup, which remains unchanged with James, Davis, Hachimura, Reeves, and Christie. Finney-Smith is on standby as a substitute! On the Cavaliers' side, four key players—Mitchell, Garland, Allen, and Mobley—are all available to play. The game began with the Cavaliers quickly finding their rhythm, while the Lakers struggled with a low overall shooting percentage. After Strus completed a 3+1, the Cavaliers led 27:14 in the first quarter. However, after the substitutes entered the game, the Lakers became more aggressive on both offense and defense. Smith and Milton made their debuts in this quarter and scored, ending the first quarter with the Lakers trailing 30:34. In the second quarter, the Lakers' offense became more efficient, with James and Reeves delivering impressive offensive performances. The Lakers took the lead before Mitchell and Garland led the Cavaliers on a 7:0 run to regain the advantage. At halftime, the Lakers trailed 53:58. The third quarter started with the Cavaliers once again taking the initiative. Garland and Strus hit consecutive three-pointers to extend the Cavaliers' lead, forcing a timeout from the Lakers. After the timeout, the Lakers gradually regained their footing and closed the gap,…

On December 31st, Beijing time, the Warriors played against the Cavaliers at home, and the game ended with the Warriors losing to the Cavaliers 95-113. In this game, the Warriors' three-point shooting was only 9 out of 38, with a shooting percentage of just 33.3%. In contrast, the Cavaliers made 18 out of 47 three-pointers, including an impressive 8 out of 14 in the third quarter. When the Cavaliers were able to execute such an offensive performance, the Warriors found it difficult to keep up. To make matters worse, the Warriors also committed 14 turnovers in the game, and despite earning 26 free throw attempts, they only managed to convert 20 of them. It can be said that in this game, the Cavaliers' offense completely overwhelmed the Warriors, so the Warriors' loss was not undeserved. In this season, Steve Kerr's player rotation has been criticized by many, especially his use of Bjelica, which has been particularly questioned. Kerr's post-game comments have once again drawn criticism. After the game, Kerr said in an interview: "I may feel better about our young players now than ever before. I mentioned a few nights ago that I think Kuminga is making a breakthrough in terms of his understanding of things. I believe Davis is also making a leap. I love Bjelica, and I like what he brings to the table: his tenacity, his toughness, and his basketball IQ." While many did not object to Kerr praising Kuminga and Davis, his praise for Bjelica was met with skepticism. Compared to his rookie season, Bjelica has…

The regular season schedule has been underway for some time now. Looking at it currently, which team is the most dominant and has the best chance of competing for the championship? Some say it's the Celtics, after all, the Green Army as the defending champions, have a deep lineup, almost everyone has their own offensive ability. However, in reality, the Celtics have lost quite a few games this season. They still rely too much on their shooting touch to win, lacking stability. The Celtics are the team in the entire league that loves to shoot three-pointers the most, averaging 50.4 three-point attempts per game, firmly ranking first in the league, 6.4 more than the second-ranked Bulls. Teams that love to shoot three-pointers do indeed have strong scoring bursts, but once the players' shooting touch goes off, the game rhythm collapses, and points are lost quickly. It remains to be seen whether this style of play will hold up in the playoffs. Some also say it's the Cavaliers. From the beginning of the season until now, the Cavaliers have maintained the highest winning rate in the league, becoming one of the biggest dark horses of the new season. Although they don't have superstar-level stars, there are indeed many ordinary stars among them. Several starting core players are All-Star level players. The Cavaliers' strength lies in their all-for-one approach, high offensive efficiency, reasonable choice of playing style, and key moments when Mitchell Garland can step up. However, looking at the Cavaliers' lineup structure, it is somewhat deformed. The backcourt duo of Mitchell…

NBA regular season, the first day of 2025 game point spread win-loss analysis and prediction: Raptors vs Celtics (-16.5) Pre-game analysis: The Raptors have suffered ten consecutive losses, their strength is weak, and the road to rebuilding is long. The Celtics' home court used to be a devil's home court, but this season they have already lost six home games, making it less intimidating. In the last game, the Green Army lost at home to the Pacers, with Brown shooting 21 for 13 and scoring 31 points, 4 rebounds, and 6 assists, but it was not enough to prevent defeat. The team is plagued by injuries, with Holiday and Porzingis both out due to injuries. The Celtics are strong in both offense and defense, and compared to the Raptors, the two teams have a significant difference in strength. Point spread win-loss prediction: The Celtics are giving too many points, and I favor the Raptors winning on the road with the points. Bucks vs Pacers (-1.5) Pre-game analysis: The Bucks have been in poor form recently, with Antetokounmpo and Lillard both out due to injuries. In the last game, Lillard returned, but the team still lost to the Bulls. Lillard shot 19 for 8 and scored 29 points, 6 rebounds, and 12 assists, but there were issues with the team's tactical execution. After Lillard passed the ball, he couldn't get it back. Middleton has struggled to live up to expectations since his major injury, and his performance in the last game was disastrous, missing shots and committing turnovers in crucial moments.…

On December 31st, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued. In today's focus game, the Warriors lost at home to the Cavaliers, suffering a double defeat this season, with their record becoming 16 wins and 16 losses! Facing the Cavaliers, who have the best record in the league, the Warriors led by 1 point in the first quarter. After entering the second quarter, the Cavaliers completed the lead, and after chasing to 36-38, the Warriors completely collapsed, ending the first half with an 8-point deficit. After the start of the second half, the Cavaliers quickly widened the gap to more than 20 points, and the Warriors were unable to reduce the gap, eventually losing at home again to the Cavaliers, twice this season. The Warriors' loss today is directly related to the poor performance of many players. As the star player, Curry had another bad night. In the entire game, Curry made only 4 out of 14 shots, including 3 out of 11 three-pointers, without any free throws, totaling only 11 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists, and 1 steal. Curry hit two consecutive three-pointers in the third quarter, which was one of his few highlights in the game, but he was unable to help the team close the gap. Green also had a very poor performance today, making only 1 out of 10 shots, including 0 out of 2 three-pointers and 0 out of 2 free throws, totaling only 2 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, 1 steal, and 2 blocks, with 2 turnovers. In the third quarter, Green returned to…

Kerr Surrenders with 4:39 Remaining: Curry and Wiggins Struggle as Warriors Suffer Another Humiliating Defeat On December 31st, Beijing time, the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Golden State Warriors to secure their seventh consecutive victory. The Warriors, known for their prowess in the third quarter, were defeated by the Cavaliers using their own strengths—three-point shooting and transition offense. The Cavaliers comfortably maintained a 20-point lead in the final quarter, ultimately securing the win and completing a season double over the Warriors, extending their winning streak across seasons to four games. This game marked the second encounter between the Cavaliers and the Warriors this season, resulting in a third consecutive victory for the Cavaliers against the Warriors. Prior to this season, the Cavaliers had suffered a 16-game losing streak against the Warriors, which ended with Game 5 of the 2017 Finals until the first match of the 2023-24 season. The rivalry between these two teams continues, with the Cavaliers currently leading the league and eager to extend their winning streak. They successfully achieved a four-game winning streak against the Warriors. In the first quarter, Curry struggled with his shooting, going 1 for 4 and 0 for 3 from three-point range, scoring only 2 points and 2 assists. Garland and Mitchell effectively limited Curry, but the Cavaliers' numerous turnovers—eight in the first quarter—gifted points to the Warriors. Schroder and Wiggins each scored 5 points, while the Warriors' nine-man rotation saw only Waters fail to score. The Cavaliers trailed the Warriors by one point at the end of the first quarter. The second quarter…

On December 31st, Beijing time, the NBA regular season saw the Warriors suffer a humiliating defeat at home to the Cavaliers. Stephen Curry had a tough night, shooting 4-of-14 from the field and 3-of-11 from three-point range, finishing with only 11 points, 2 rebounds, and 3 assists. He conceded defeat with a bitter smile 4 minutes and 39 seconds early. Dennis Schroder shot 4-of-11 for 12 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists, with a negative plus/minus of -24. Draymond Green shot 1-of-10 for 2 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists. The three key players combined for a dismal 9-of-35 shooting, including 5-of-17 from beyond the arc, scoring just 25 points, making them the culprits of the Warriors' crushing defeat. In the first quarter of the home game against the league-leading Cavaliers, all eight of the Warriors' rotation players scored, but they only led the Cavaliers by one point, 27-26. During this period, Curry shot 1-of-4 and missed all three of his three-point attempts, scoring only 2 points and 2 assists. In the second quarter, the Warriors struggled offensively, scoring only 3 points in nearly 7 minutes as the Cavaliers took the lead. The Warriors' offense remained lukewarm, and they trailed 38-46 at halftime. In the quarter, the team shot 4-of-24 overall and 0-of-8 from three-point range, scoring just 11 points. Curry went scoreless in two attempts and recorded no assists. In the first half, the Warriors' shooting percentage was only 30%, with a three-point shooting rate of 16.7% (3-of-18), setting a new low for the season. Despite the Cavaliers committing…

Cavaliers Team Information Summary:‌ The Cavaliers currently have a record of 27 wins and 4 losses, ranking first in the Eastern Conference. They average 122.7 points per game, ranking second in the league, with the highest average shooting percentage and three-point percentage in the league. In their last game against the Nuggets, the team shot an astonishing 48% from three-point range, which is likely to drop in the next game. The injury list only includes Okoro, with all other players available to play. Seven players on the team have a three-point shooting percentage above 40%, with the lowest being Merrill at 35% and Mobley at 44%. In their last game, they defeated the Warriors 136-117, and although they will be playing away in the next match, they have a significant psychological advantage. Warriors Team Information Summary:‌ The Warriors currently have a record of 16 wins and 15 losses, ranking ninth in the Western Conference. They average only 112 points per game, with their average points allowed dropping to 110. On the injury list, Poole, Moody, and Payton are questionable for the next game. The Warriors have been in poor form recently, narrowly winning their last game against the Suns by 4 points. Coach Kerr's player selection has also been problematic, as he benched Li Kyle and Looney in the last game. Currently, the Warriors' biggest advantage against the Cavaliers is rebounding, but this advantage would disappear if they continue to bench their big men. They have had very low shooting percentages in the last two games, but they are expected…

Cleveland Cavaliers Set NBA Records with 149 Points and 23 Three-pointers, While Denver Nuggets' Jokic and Murray Give Their All in a Revealing Loss On December 28th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued with the Denver Nuggets visiting the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Cavaliers, reigning as the league's dominant force, sought revenge after the Nuggets had previously defeated them in their first encounter of the season. The Cavaliers unleashed a relentless offensive assault, scoring an impressive 80 points in the first half and establishing a significant 21-point lead. Despite the Nuggets' efforts to match the Cavaliers' intensity in the second half, the Cavaliers maintained control of the game with their scorching three-point shooting accuracy. Ultimately, the Cavaliers secured a comfortable victory over the Nuggets with a final score of 149-135. The Nuggets were without their key player, Gordon, due to injury, prompting Coach Malone to once again promote Westbrook to the starting lineup. In the face of the formidable league leaders, the Nuggets displayed almost their strongest offensive performance of the season: 39 out of 53 field goals were assisted, with a field goal percentage of 56.4%, and they made 15 three-pointers at a 48.4% clip. However, the Cavaliers, who ranked first in the league in offensive efficiency, shooting percentage, three-point percentage, and true shooting percentage, were more than ready for the challenge. They scored 54 field goals with 40 assists, achieving a field goal percentage of 56.3% and making 23 three-pointers at a 47.9% rate, effortlessly matching the Nuggets' high-level offensive output. The Cavaliers had a balanced scoring effort…

In recent days, the NBA power rankings have seen a dramatic shift, with the Cleveland Cavaliers making a stunning leap to overtake the Oklahoma City Thunder and claim the top spot in the league. This change has been as thrilling as a roller coaster ride! Imagine the Cavaliers' recent performance, which has catapulted them from a mediocre standing to become the dominant force in the East. Despite the Thunder's continued strength, they have had to temporarily relinquish their second-place position, much like a thief caught red-handed by the police. This is the allure of the NBA, where any game can shatter expectations. Who can say that other teams won't rise to the top in the future? The Cavaliers' meteoric rise Can you believe it? The Cavaliers' recent performances have been akin to an untamed horse, winning with ease. They have consecutively defeated the Brooklyn Nets, Milwaukee Bucks, and Philadelphia 76ers. The results of these three games have seen their record soar to 25 wins and 4 losses. This feels like a case of waving a red flag against the wind; many thought they would struggle in the league for years, only to unexpectedly become the top team! Even more impressive is that the core players of the team are performing like gods descending from heaven, covering both offense and defense while controlling the pace of the game like seasoned drivers. Although there are no detailed match statistics, their recent performances show that they are crowning themselves with victory in every game. It can be said that the Cavaliers' operations have…