The Clippers faced the Nuggets in a game where it was evident that the team members were somewhat distracted. This was because their team leader, Leonard, once again missed the game. This left fans speechless as they saw Leonard absent during the match. According to the Clippers, Leonard's absence was due to personal reasons. A fire broke out in Los Angeles, and Leonard stated that he wanted to return home to be with his family. He was unable to participate in the game, which left everyone speechless, especially since Leonard had only just returned to play two games. Now, he was missing another game due to personal issues. As a team leader, this decision seriously raised doubts about his professional attitude. This is not all; there is now significant infighting within the Clippers. Players are dissatisfied that Leonard, who receives the highest salary in the team, often does not participate in games. Instead, these supporting players work hard every day, enduring criticism from fans for poor performance, while Leonard, who should be giving his all for the team, has not stepped up. This also explains why the Spurs chose to give up on him years ago. As a superstar, Leonard has significant personality issues. He frequently causes conflicts with the team and likes to operate behind the team's back. This led the Spurs, who nurtured him, to choose to let him go in the past. Now, the Clippers have suffered the consequences and can only silently accept this outcome.

The season for the 76ers is nearing its halfway point, and George has missed 10 games so far. In the remaining 24 games, he has averaged 16.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, 4.6 assists, and 1.8 steals, with shooting percentages of 41.4%, 33.5%, and 85.3%. His scoring average is the lowest since his first two years in the league and the year he suffered a major injury, while his shooting percentage is a career low, and his three-point shooting percentage is the lowest since his rookie season. George's true shooting percentage is just over 50%, which is comparable to that of the Warriors' Waters. Not to mention yesterday's game, where George shot 5 out of 18, scoring 13 points, grabbing 9 rebounds, and dishing out 5 assists, as the 76ers lost by a 10-point margin. George's performance as an "iron man" was quite fitting. This season, George has played 24 games, scoring over 30 points in only two of them, and exceeding 20 points in just five games. He has scored in single digits four times, and below 15 points in 14 games, which is more than half of the total. It can be said that even as the third option, he is not fulfilling his role effectively. Now, it seems that no Clippers fan regrets letting George go, considering his big contract. It appears that someone got the short end of the stick in this deal. George's decline came unexpectedly. After all, in the previous two seasons, he was selected to the All-Star team and put up impressive stats of 23.8…

The Clippers visited the Nuggets for a game, with neither Kawhi Leonard nor Nikola Jokic playing. The Clippers' starting lineup was Harden, Dunn, Powell, Jones, and Zubac, while the Nuggets started with Murray, Westbrook, Braun, Porter, and Jordan. In the first quarter, Murray scored a 2+1, followed by Powell's three-pointer, and then Braun's three-pointer. Both teams exchanged leads as the score kept rising. After Harden assisted Batum's three-pointer, Murray made a mid-range shot, leading to a timeout at 12-10. Returning to the game, Porter scored five points to extend the lead, Powell hit a three-pointer to stop the bleeding, and Jordan made a 2+1 under the basket. Westbrook made a putback, and Porter followed with another three-pointer, leading to a 14-3 run that forced the Clippers to call a timeout. However, after the timeout, the Clippers' offense remained ineffective, and Westbrook's three-pointer increased the lead to 15 points. Harden and Porter each made a three-pointer to try to close the gap, but the Nuggets continued to score, ending the first quarter with the Clippers trailing 19-33, a 14-point deficit. In the second quarter, during the rotation phase, Porter continued to score, but the Nuggets were raining threes from outside. After Murray made his own three-pointer, he assisted Saric with another three-pointer, and then made another three-pointer himself, directly widening the gap and forcing the Clippers to call a timeout. Returning to the game, the Nuggets maintained their offensive momentum, leading by as many as 25 points. It seemed like the game was about to be over. After Harden returned, he…

Kawhi Leonard, as a top superstar in the league, has always been a player of great interest. However, his performance and condition over the past two years have been quite worrying. He has been unable to maintain his health on the court, often getting injured and leaving during the playoffs and key games. As a result, expectations within the Clippers organization for Leonard are now lower than ever. Perhaps sensing that his image and status are at risk, Leonard made some controversial remarks upon his return, saying, "I'm not sure about my knee issues; I'll gradually find my rhythm and recover in the upcoming games." It seems that Leonard himself is not very confident this time, as he admits to being unsure about the specifics of his knee injury. The Clippers are likely quite taken aback by this, as it is more concerning than previous instances. Leonard himself is uncertain whether he can return to peak form. Yet, the Clippers previously offered him a maximum contract extension. It appears that Leonard may simply be coasting through this contract. Fans are even more furious, calling Leonard a fraud and urging Ballmer to fire him, saying, "Get rid of him quickly, Ballmer. Keeping Leonard around is only affecting and harming the morale of his teammates." From the once highly anticipated duo of Leonard and George, to last season's trio, and now to their complete downfall this season, Leonard and the Clippers have indeed left their fans feeling utterly disheartened. It's also unfortunate for Harden, who chose to join the Clippers, as his…

In the fierce arena of the NBA, every matchup between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Clippers is like a meticulously planned basketball feast. Especially when this matchup becomes a revenge game, the competition between the two sides is even more filled with tension and excitement. The Nuggets returned home with the regret of their previous loss, while the Clippers embarked on their away journey with the confidence of victory. From the start of the game, the Nuggets quickly established a leading advantage with their tenacious defense and accurate outside shooting. Although the Clippers have superstars like Harden, they found it difficult to find stable scoring points under the tight defense of the Nuggets. At the end of the first quarter, the Nuggets had already taken a 7-point lead at 29-22, which undoubtedly dealt a significant blow to the Clippers. Entering the second quarter, the Clippers began to adjust their tactics, attempting to close the gap through quick offensive and defensive transitions. Harden also began to showcase his individual abilities, scoring consecutively and assisting his teammates. The Nuggets did not panic as a result; they relied on the strength of the team and precise outside shooting to maintain their lead. At halftime, the Clippers were only trailing by 1 point at 47-48, further escalating the suspense of this revenge game. In the second half of the game, both sides engaged in even more intense competition. The Nuggets steadily maintained their slight lead in the third quarter. While the Clippers launched a fierce counterattack in the fourth quarter, trying to…

On January 8, 2025, Beijing time, the Los Angeles Lakers challenged the Dallas Mavericks away. Before the game, the Lakers played with a full squad, with LeBron James and Anthony Davis leading the double-core lineup. Facing the Mavericks without two superstar players Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, the Lakers were widely regarded as the favorites to win. However, the result of the game was unexpected, with the Lakers suffering a crushing defeat of 97-118, which not only dealt a significant blow to the Lakers but also had implications for the overall landscape of the Western Conference. At the beginning of the game, the Lakers performed well under James' leadership. In the first quarter, the Lakers held a slight lead, ending the quarter with a 27-24 score, leading the Mavericks by 3 points. However, in the second quarter, the Lakers failed to maintain their lead and instead encountered problems on the defensive end. The Mavericks launched a scoring spree of 31-23, overtaking the score and leading the Lakers by 5 points (55-50) at halftime. At this point, the Lakers' defensive vulnerabilities became apparent, especially when facing the Mavericks' offense, as they were unable to make effective adjustments. In the second half, the Lakers' performance further deteriorated. In the third quarter, the Mavericks stepped up their game, scoring 34 points while the Lakers could only manage 26. As the gap in the score widened, the Lakers still failed to find an effective counterattack in the fourth quarter, although they did reduce the deficit to single digits at one point, they were never…

With a $33 million contract, it's finally time to say goodbye to the Clippers! Harden has moved on, but you really should retire. The NBA is a place where talent speaks volumes, and while the numbers on the paycheck don't tell the whole story, they do reflect the vision of team management and the value of the players themselves. Tucker's three-year, $33 million contract initially appears to be a sign of respect for a 39-year-old veteran, but upon closer inspection, it's the aftermath of a "sentimental drama." Sentiments have their price, but competition is merciless. The contract that Tucker secured with Harden's help at the 76ers has now become the heaviest burden for the Clippers, which is truly lamentable. This season, there are numerous examples in the league where exorbitant contracts do not match actual performance. The Timberwolves' record plummeted due to internal adjustments; the Suns lost their soul when Durant left; looking at the 76ers, Embiid earns $49 million but can't lead the team; the Clippers, despite their reputation as a powerhouse, are held back by emotional burdens. And Tucker is the epitome of the Clippers' "emotional debt." Tucker exercised his player option worth $11.54 million this summer, which is reasonable compensation, but the problem is that Tucker can no longer justify these figures on the court. Last season, in 32 games, he averaged only 1.6 points and was almost benched. This season, he has virtually "disappeared," lacking speed on the court, unable to keep up with physicality, and even losing the defensive toughness that once made him famous.…

On January 7, 2025, the NBA regular season continued with intense competition as the Clippers faced off against the Timberwolves on the road. Prior to this game, the Clippers held a record of 20 wins and 5 losses, ranking 7th in the Western Conference, while the Timberwolves were ranked 10th with a record of 17 wins and 17 losses. In the previous round, the Clippers had a big win over the Hawks under the leadership of Leonard's return, but they failed to maintain their momentum and ultimately suffered a narrow defeat of 106-108, experiencing a significant 19-point comeback. Game Review: The Clippers once led but failed to maintain their advantage In this game, the Clippers fielded a starting lineup of Leonard, Harden, Powell, Zubac, and Dunn, while the Timberwolves were led by Edwards, Randle, Gobert, McDaniels, and DiVincenzo. At the beginning of the game, both teams had a relatively dull offensive rhythm and relied on free throws to open the scoring. As the game progressed, the Clippers gradually took the initiative and steadily widened the gap through stable offense. At the end of the first quarter, the Clippers led the Timberwolves 27-16. Entering the second quarter, the Timberwolves began to counterattack, with Reed contributing 7 points and Conley also scoring 8 points, helping the team achieve a single-quarter score of 30-26. At halftime, the Clippers still maintained a 7-point lead, with the score at 53-46. After changing sides for the second half, the Clippers, despite leading, failed to effectively control the game's rhythm, allowing the Timberwolves to gradually regain their…

In a game on January 7th, Beijing time, the Los Angeles Clippers faced unprecedented refereeing controversies, with five key whistle calls going against them, sparking widespread discussion and questioning. Compared to the controversy over refereeing issues that arose when the Lakers faced the Rockets previously, the Clippers' experience this time is undoubtedly more severe, being considered a true "black whistle" incident. Reflecting on the Lakers' game against the Rockets, LeBron James and his head coach expressed their dissatisfaction with the referees after the match, accusing them of targeting the Lakers and mocking the Rockets for flopping. However, the referee's report revealed no incorrect or missed calls, making the Lakers' complaints seem weak. In contrast, the Clippers' situation makes the Lakers' grievances seem insignificant. During the Clippers' game against their opponents, Harden became the "epicenter" of refereeing errors. He was called for three offensive fouls throughout the game, with the third being particularly absurd. At a crucial moment in the game, Harden's non-ball-carrying hand made slight contact with opponent Randle, and the referee immediately called an offensive foul. Prior to this, Harden had also been called for an offensive foul after a brilliant pass, at which point Leonard had already scored an open three-pointer, but the referee nullified the score due to Harden's offensive foul. This call not only left Harden feeling helpless and desperate but also cost the Clippers valuable points. Even more bizarrely, it seemed that the referee decided to call an offensive foul on Harden only after seeing Leonard open for a shot. This "watching the ball go…

NBA regular season saw multiple games played, with the following results: The Suns defeated the 76ers, the Trail Blazers lost to the Pistons, the Magic narrowly won against the Knicks, the Clippers narrowly lost to the Timberwolves, the Mavericks suffered a significant defeat against the Grizzlies, and the Spurs were defeated by the Bulls. NBA Regular Season Highlights: Grizzlies Defeat Mavericks In an NBA regular season match-up, the Grizzlies faced off against the Mavericks. The Mavericks took the lead in the first quarter, with PJ Washington playing exceptionally well to help his team gain the advantage. However, in the second quarter, the Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson Jr. scored consecutively, leading his team to overtake the score. In the second half, the Grizzlies maintained their offensive momentum, with Jaren Jackson Jr. continuing to perform efficiently, while the Mavericks appeared somewhat weak. In the final quarter, Scottie Pippen of the Grizzlies stood out, ultimately helping the Grizzlies secure a decisive victory with a score of 119-104. Suns Overcome 76ers On the same day, in the game between the 76ers and the Suns, the 76ers took the lead in the first quarter, with Kelly Oubre's performance being particularly crucial. However, the Suns gradually regained their form in subsequent quarters, with players like Bradley Beal and Kevin Durant stepping up to help the team overtake the score. Despite Maxey's outstanding performance for the 76ers in the final quarter, they were unable to turn the tide, ultimately losing to the Suns with a score of 99-109. Game Analysis:‌ ① Although the Suns won the game, it…