Warriors Narrowly Defeat the Suns! Kuminga Scores 34+9 to Make a Big Contribution, Curry Gets 22+6, Durant Misses a Crucial Shot with 31+6 On December 29th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season saw the Warriors narrowly defeat the Suns with a score of 109-105. In the first quarter, the Warriors led by 7 points with a score of 34-27. In the second quarter, Beal led the team to a counterattack climax of 26-9, turning the situation around with a single-quarter score of 38-27, and the Suns overtook the Warriors by 4 points at halftime. In the second half, the Warriors started the third quarter with a 7-0 lead, and after Curry was substituted, Durant led the team to regain the initiative with an 11-3 run. At the end of the third quarter, the Suns were leading by 5 points. In the final quarter, the two teams played very closely, and at a critical moment, the Suns' offense stalled. Schroder hit a key three-pointer, and ultimately, the Warriors won at home. Statistical Highlights Warriors: Curry scored 22 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists; Green had 16 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists, 2 steals, and 1 block; Jackson contributed 16 points and 10 rebounds; Kuminga had 34 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 assists; Schroder added 9 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists. Suns: Durant scored 31 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists, 4 blocks, and had 8 turnovers; Beal had 28 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 blocks, and 1 steal; Dunn contributed 15 points and 4 rebounds; Jones had 8 points, 5…

Shaquille O'Neal once shared his views on social media, believing that among current NBA players, only four have reached a level where they no longer need to prove themselves. Durant, Harden, and Irving were not included in this list. Let's delve into the reasons behind this. Leonard In 2014, Leonard won the Finals MVP as a member of the Spurs, but many believed it was a victory for the Spurs system. However, in the 2019 playoffs, Leonard shattered all doubts with his actions. He led the Toronto Raptors through tough battles and ultimately defeated the then-invincible "Galaxy Warriors" in the Finals with an all-around performance averaging 28.5 points, 9.8 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 2 steals, and 1.2 blocks per game, winning the FMVP again. This proved that he is not just a system player but also a superstar capable of leading a team to win championships alone. James As the face of the NBA in this era, James' career has been filled with glory. He has led his team to the finals 10 times, won 4 championships, 4 regular-season MVPs, 4 Finals MVPs, been selected to the All-NBA First Team 13 times, made 20 All-Star appearances, holds the record for most points in history, and achieved the "411" milestone. In the eyes of many media outlets and fans, James has nothing left to prove, as he is already a legend among active players. Antetokounmpo As the leader of the Bucks, Antetokounmpo not only led the team to win their first championship in half a century but also personally won multiple honors…

NBA regular season featured a focal matchup between the Mavericks and the Suns! With both teams' cores, Doncic and Booker absent, the odds were even, and it was about who could establish their rhythm and which star would perform more aggressively to gain an advantage. In the first half, the Mavericks led the Suns 55-39 with a 16-point lead. Both teams had the same number of three-pointers, seven each, but the difference was mainly in inside scoring, where the Mavericks had a higher shooting percentage and stronger offensive capabilities. In the third quarter, a conflict erupted, resulting in Nurkic being ejected for a 1-for-2 trade, along with Marshall and Washington. The two teams fought fiercely, with the Mavericks maintaining a double-digit lead. Although Durant is formidable, Beal was a liability, and Irving and Dinwiddie's three-pointers extended the lead to 18 points. The Suns did not collapse, and Durant continued to exert himself, as if playing against an entire team by himself. The Mavericks couldn't keep up, and their advantage was gradually eroded, leaving only an 8-point lead at the end of the third quarter. In the final quarter, during Durant's absence, the Suns didn't falter. Although they didn't reduce the gap, they also didn't allow it to widen, holding on tightly. The Mavericks had good offense but average defense, failing to capitalize on Durant's absence, though they did waste four minutes. Upon Durant's return, O'Neal hit a three-pointer, followed by a Grimes answer ball. O'Neal's three-pointer didn't continue, and Gafford had a two-handed slam dunk. Plumlee made free throws, and…

Now, can the lineups of the Lakers, Clippers, Suns, and Warriors reach championship level? LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Stephen Curry have become the oldest active stars in the league. Can they still maintain their peak performance? James is in his 22nd season, Durant in his 18th, and Curry in his 16th. Age and injuries are the biggest enemies of NBA players. Durant has overcome a major Achilles tendon rupture and returned to his peak. James, Durant, and Curry are overcoming the effects of age and striving to create new peaks. 39 points + 37 points! First in history, the entire league was deceived by him, and he is still creating historical miracles. In recent years, stars like Durant, Harden, Westbrook, and Curry have all surpassed 35 years old. Westbrook and Harden's statistics have declined due to changes in their playing styles. Durant has not shown any signs of decline this season, averaging 27.1 points + 6.6 rebounds + 3.9 assists + 1.2 blocks, with a shooting percentage of 51.4% and a three-point percentage of 40.9%. There is no sign of decline here. Curry has dropped significantly this season, averaging 22.5 points + 4.8 rebounds + 6.5 assists + 1.2 steals, with a shooting percentage of 44.4% and a three-point percentage of 41.1%. Curry's scoring and efficiency have dropped somewhat. At 40 years old, LeBron James also followed suit with a decline this season, averaging 23.5 points + 7.9 rebounds + 9.0 assists + 0.8 steals, with a shooting percentage of 49.6% and a three-point percentage of 36%. James' scoring…

On December 28th, Beijing time, the NBA witnessed a wild brawl that was anything but festive, with players throwing punches and engaging in a street-style brawl! With the Chinese New Year approaching, the NBA saw a peak matchup at the end of 2024, featuring the Mavericks against the Suns, both teams boasting at least two superstars. Even with Doncic's injury, the game remained intense. However, with 9 minutes and 2 seconds left in the third quarter, a heated conflict erupted on the court, leading to an all-out brawl. The score stood at 60:44 when Nurkic and Marshall began to clash, each sizing up the other. After two consecutive rounds of minor skirmishes that went unchecked by the referees, the tension escalated. Nurkic committed another offensive foul, elbowing Gafford to the ground in a move that seemed particularly aggressive. Frustrated by the call, Nurkic got up and walked away. Seeing his teammate being targeted, Marshall started yelling at Nurkic from a distance. But Nurkic, known for his fiery temper, couldn't stand it and charged towards Marshall, engaging in a fierce verbal exchange. The words quickly turned into action as Nurkic swung his right hand, slapping Marshall across the head. Marshall retaliated immediately, not backing down, with a swift straight punch to Nurkic's face. The blow was fast and hard, visibly reddening Nurkic's face. Washington then joined the fray, pushing Nurkic to the ground with a forceful shove to his waist. Nurkic, upon getting up, was ready to continue fighting but was eventually restrained, falling to the ground in the process. Despite…

The Phoenix Suns are eager to win the championship this season, but their record and ranking are not very good. At the beginning of the season, the Suns were ranked first in the West with a record of 7 wins and 1 loss, but after Kevin Durant got injured, it became particularly difficult for the Suns to win games. Therefore, everyone in the league knows that with Durant, the Suns are a championship-level strong team; without Durant, they are just a weak team. This is the embodiment of a superstar's leadership ability. Not only does Durant have strong leadership skills, but he also has a keen eye for talent. He has indeed won big with his bet, scoring 72 points, grabbing 10 rebounds, and dishing out 14 assists. Meanwhile, Nikola Jokic, who shot 3 out of 11, could only feel helpless. In the matchup between the Suns and the Nuggets, Devin Booker was absent due to injury, while the Nuggets had a full-strength lineup. However, Durant, Beal, and Tyus Jones all exploded, combining for 72 points, 10 rebounds, and 14 assists to lead the team to victory. Despite Jokic's impressive performance of 25 points, 15 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals, it wasn't enough to save the game for the Nuggets. Typically, when Jokic has fewer than 5 assists, the Nuggets struggle to win; when he has more than 10 assists, they easily secure victories. Durant and Beal were particularly heroic in the crucial fourth quarter, with Beal continuously making key shots and demonstrating great offensive prowess. The Nuggets' starting…

As two superstars of the era, Curry and Durant both have very brilliant and successful careers, and their careers have also come to the end. Even though Curry and Durant are now 36 years old, they are still the core and leaders of their respective teams, and they still performed competitively this season. As the greatest player in Warriors history, Curry is still the leader of the Warriors this season. Although his state has fluctuated, he is still the most reliable player of the team. So far this season, Curry has played 24 games for the Warriors, averaging 31.2 minutes per game, scoring 22.5 points, 4.8 rebounds, 6.5 assists, 1.2 steals, and 0.5 blocks, with a shooting percentage of 44.4%, a three-point percentage of 41.1%, and a free throw percentage of 92.3%. Although Curry's state is very unstable this season, he is still the absolute core of this Warriors team and the most relied-upon scorer. So far this season, Curry has scored a total of 540 points with an average of 22.5 points, ranking first in the team. The instability of Curry's state has also led to the Warriors' poor performance this season. So far, the Warriors have only achieved a record of 15 wins and 14 losses, falling to 10th in the West, in the playoff play-in area. The Spurs behind them are only 0.5 games away, and the playoff situation is not optimistic. Looking at Durant this season, he still performed excellently on both offense and defense, and he is still the key player of the team. So…

As former leaders and third brothers, both Durant and Harden have had brilliant careers and have been at the forefront of their respective positions for a long time. Even now in the twilight of their careers, Durant and Harden continue to deliver competitive performances and are the core and leaders of their respective teams. The 35-year-old Harden has experienced a resurgence this season. In the absence of Paul George and with Leonard out for the season, Harden has regained control of the ball and demonstrated the capabilities of a top-tier dual-threat guard in the league. To date, Harden has played 29 games for the Clippers, averaging 33.9 minutes per game, scoring 22 points, grabbing 6.5 rebounds, dishing out 8.1 assists, making 1.5 steals, and blocking 0.6 shots, with a shooting percentage of 38.9%, a three-point percentage of 34.5%, and a free-throw percentage of 89.3%. Although Harden's efficiency is low this season, his influence and contributions to the team are immeasurable. In terms of statistics, Harden remains among the top guards in the league and is still the core of the Clippers' offensive organization. In the absence of star teammates, Harden has led the Clippers to a commendable record of 17 wins and 13 losses, ranking seventh in the West. With increased playing time and status, Harden's offensive stats have also risen significantly. This season, Harden has scored a total of 639 points with an average of 22 points, making him the second-highest scorer on the team, a significant improvement from last season! On the other hand, the 36-year-old Durant has…

In the 2024-25 season, the young Houston Rockets have shown tremendous progress. This team was once a rebuilding and struggling squad just a few years ago, but in a short span of time, the Rockets have finally gotten back on track with their rebuild. Last season, under the leadership of new head coach Udoka, the Rockets managed to bring their win rate back to 50%, just a step away from making it into the playoff play-in tournament. This season, the Rockets have made even further strides, with an even better record. So far this new season, the Rockets have achieved a record of 20 wins and 9 losses, ranking second in the Western Conference. For a young rebuilding team, such significant progress is heartwarming. Of course, while the Rockets' current record is commendable, whether they can maintain it until the end of the season remains uncertain. The team still has certain shortcomings, one of which is the lack of a true core player capable of delivering in critical moments. The young players on the Rockets are all very talented, but none of them possess the ability to become the mainstay of a team. To find their core, the Rockets may need to achieve this through major trades or free-agent signings. According to previous reports, the Rockets were once very keen on trading for Suns veteran star Kevin Durant. However, obtaining a player of Durant's caliber is quite challenging. Additionally, the Rockets are also keeping an eye on the movements of stars from other teams in the league. In recent days,…