A game of future and reality is quietly unfolding! The Suns are struggling with poor performance, the Timberwolves are trying to upgrade their lineup, while the Rockets are secretly manipulating, holding the draft pick swap rights and waiting for the fisherman's advantage. In this three-way trade idea, the fate of D'Angelo Russell has become crucial, while Kevin Durant's helpers are gradually decreasing. The once invincible super trio now struggles for the eighth spot in the West. Is the luxurious lineup just a paper tiger after all? This "trade storm" is not groundless; it is a chain reaction triggered by the Suns' difficulties. The Suns were originally highly anticipated in the 2025 season, but with Booker's return from injury, followed by injuries to Beal, O'Neal, and Monte Morris, the team has found it difficult to maintain its competitiveness at the beginning of the season. Despite Durant's continued firepower, he cannot hold up alone. After suffering three consecutive losses, the Suns dropped to 11th in the West, further away from the playoffs. To date, the Suns have huge salary pressure, with the trio's combined annual salary exceeding $150 million. The management has almost no room for maneuver, and this luxurious battleship is gradually losing its direction. The Rockets are in a completely different situation. They are the biggest potential beneficiaries of this trade, for no other reason than they hold the Suns' first-round draft pick swap rights in 2025. 2025 is widely recognized as a big year for the draft, and Rockets general manager Rafael Stone knows that this pick could bring…

NBA Today's Milestones: Durant Surpasses Jordan with 25+7+7! Harden Sets Team Record with 10+15 Beijing Time, January 5, 2024. Here are the important statistics and milestones from today's NBA games:‌ Durant 25 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists The Suns lost to the Pacers 108-126. Durant went 9 for 14 from the field, including 1 for 3 from three-point range and 6 for 6 from the free-throw line, finishing with 25 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists, and 1 block. Durant has now scored 20+ points in 927 career games, surpassing Jordan (926 games) to rank fifth in history (preceded by James with 1257 games, Karl Malone with 1134 games, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar with 1122 games, and Kobe Bryant with 941 games). Jokic 46 points, 9 rebounds, 10 assists, 2 steals, 2 blocks The Nuggets defeated the Spurs 122-111 in overtime. Jokic went 19 for 35 from the field, including 3 for 8 from three-point range and 5 for 6 from the free-throw line, finishing with 46 points, 9 rebounds, 10 assists, 2 steals, and 2 blocks. This is the second time in Jokic's career that he has scored at least this set of numbers; Jordan achieved it in 1989. Jokic has now scored at least 40 points and 10 assists in a game for the seventh time in his career, tying Chamberlain for first place on the historical center list. Westbrook 9 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 steals In this game, Westbrook went 4 for 11 from the field, including 1 for 4 from three-point range, scoring 9 points, 10 rebounds,…

Durant's total assets, James' total assets, Jordan's total assets, no comparison, no embarrassment! NBA is not only the world's highest-level basketball league but also a place where athletes can become wealthy. It's important to know that even the average player's annual salary can easily exceed several million dollars, and those superstar players can sign billion-dollar contracts at will, with various endorsement advertisements pouring in. So, let's take a look at how much each star player's total assets are. Curry: $660 million As the leader of the small-ball era, Curry's current total assets have reached 660million,withNBAsalaryincomeexceeding50660 million, with NBA salary income exceeding 50%, as high as 660million,withNBAsalaryincomeexceeding50358 million. In addition, Curry also has endorsement contracts with Under Armour, Infiniti, etc., which made his total income exceed $100 million in the past year, second only to James among active players. Kobe: $755 million Kobe's total assets were about 600millionwhenhepassedaway,buthisbusinessempiredidnotcollapse.ThesportsdrinkthatKobeinvestedinwasacquiredbyCoca−Colatwoyearsago,bringingnearly600 million when he passed away, but his business empire did not collapse. The sports drink that Kobe invested in was acquired by Coca-Cola two years ago, bringing nearly 600millionwhenhepassedaway,buthisbusinessempiredidnotcollapse.ThesportsdrinkthatKobeinvestedinwasacquiredbyCoca−Colatwoyearsago,bringingnearly200 million in income to his family. According to Forbes' assessment, the total assets of the Bryant family are currently about $755 million. Durant: $790 million Durant's current total assets have surpassed Kobe, reaching 790million,withNBAsalaryaccountingfor790 million, with NBA salary accounting for 790million,withNBAsalaryaccountingfor400 million. With endorsements from Nike and other contracts, Durant is now one of the richest players in the NBA today. James: $1.2 billion As the face of the NBA over the past decade, James' ability to make money is beyond question. He is…

Curry has scored 573 points this season, what about Harden, Durant, and James? The games of 2024 have all come to an end, and the regular season has passed one-third of its schedule. So, let's take a look at how many points each star player has scored so far this season. Curry This season, Curry has played 26 games, averaging 31.2 minutes per game, scoring 22 points, grabbing 4.7 rebounds, dishing out 6.4 assists, and making 1.2 steals, with a shooting percentage of 43.7% and a three-point percentage of 40.1%, accumulating a total of 573 points so far. Compared to last season, Curry's statistics have declined to some extent this year, with his shooting percentage being the lowest in the past five seasons. It is precisely because of Curry's inconsistent performance that the Warriors are currently on the fringes of the play-in tournament. Durant There is no doubt that Durant is still one of the best scorers in the league, even with Booker and Beal, two great offensive players by his side, he can still average 27.7 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 3.8 assists, with a shooting percentage of 51.2% and a three-point percentage of 41.1%. However, due to injury, Durant has only played 22 games so far, accumulating 610 points. Harden Due to Leonard's absence, Harden has proven to the outside world that he is still the unstoppable ball-dominant core. This season, Harden has played 32 games, averaging 21.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 7.8 assists per game, with a shooting percentage of 39.3% and a three-point percentage of 34.7%, accumulating…

The first round of All-Star voting results are finally out. On the Eastern side, the top three frontcourt players are Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jayson Tatum, and Karl-Anthony Towns, while the top three backcourt players are LaMelo Ball, Donovan Mitchell, and Damian Lillard. In the West, the top three frontcourt players are Nikola Jokic, Kevin Durant, and LeBron James, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Doncic, and Stephen Curry in the backcourt. Generally speaking, there are no surprises, as voting is primarily based on the season's performance. However, established superstars like LeBron, Durant, and Curry still have a strong fan base, ensuring their selection regardless of their current form, as long as they remain in the league. Among those who could potentially make their first All-Star appearance are Jaylen Williams, Alperen Sengun, Franz Wagner, Evan Mobley, Derrick White, Tyler Herro, and today's main character, Norman Powell. Currently, he has 110,222 votes, ranking him 10th among Western Conference guards. Objectively, such a vote count offers slim hopes in the competitive guard category, but it is undoubtedly significant for Powell. This is the first time in his 12-year career that he has reached an All-Star level, which is a massive recognition. Looking at his actual performance this season, he indeed deserves an All-Star selection, even outperforming many players ahead of him. At the start of the season, the Clippers were seen as a team outside the play-in tournament, but in the first five games, Powell averaged 25.4 points, 3 rebounds, and 1.4 assists, with shooting percentages of 49.5% and 41.3%. This performance was somewhat shocking, as…

Kevin Durant's announcement has caused a seismic shift in the league, with teams like the Rockets and Warriors responding accordingly. In the absence of Booker, the Suns have only managed to secure one win out of six games. Despite Durant's heroic performances, including scoring 37 points against the Pacers, a season-high 43 points against the Pistons, and another 31 points against his old rivals, the Warriors, the team's losses overshadow these individual achievements. The Suns have only won once since Booker's absence, during the Christmas Day game against the Nuggets, with Durant consistently delivering star-level performances but still unable to secure victories. Durant's frustration with the team's situation is evident, as other players fail to provide support on both ends of the court, leaving him isolated in crucial moments. The team's inability to trade the instigator of their losing streak further exacerbates Durant's dissatisfaction, leading to feelings of hopelessness regarding championship aspirations. Following a close loss to the Warriors, Durant openly expressed his desire for a trade, which could potentially trigger significant changes across the league. Teams such as the Rockets, Thunder, Warriors, Mavericks, and even the Suns themselves have shown interest in facilitating a trade, with many willing to offer substantial assets for the 36-year-old veteran. The Rockets, currently second in the West, lack a superstar presence that could elevate them in critical moments. They are prepared to offer multiple first-round picks and young players to entice the Suns, making the acquisition of Durant seem almost inevitable. The Lakers have also publicly declared their willingness to part with anyone…

Defeat! Durant with 25+7+7, Haliburton shooting 8 of 19, Beal in an awkward position, the No. 11 in the West changes hands On January 5, 2025, Beijing time, the Pacers with a record of 17 wins and 18 losses hosted the Suns with a record of 15 wins and 17 losses. The Suns are currently ranked 11th in the West, having lost 6 out of their last 7 games. They urgently need to bounce back, but the Pacers have a strong lineup. Can the Suns defeat the Pacers away from home? The Pacers' starting lineup is Haliburton + Nemhard + Maserin + Siakam + Turner, while the Suns are missing Jones and Nuki, with their starting lineup being Beal + Booker + Dunn + Durant + Plumlee. In the first quarter, Maserin and Turner scored 7-0, followed by Beal's layup. Haliburton responded with a floater, making it 9-2 for the Pacers. Beal, Booker, and Dunn scored for the Suns, to which Haliburton and Siakam responded, maintaining a 6-point lead. Durant and Booker narrowed the gap to 1 point, but Haliburton and Turner extended it again. Durant tried to close the gap, leaving it at 2 points. Toping made 4 out of 4 free throws, while Durant and Morris scored consecutively, allowing the Suns to take a 1-point lead. After a timeout, Haliburton and Toping scored, and Plumlee and Durant responded, keeping the Suns ahead by 1 point. McConnell hit a mid-range shot, ending the first quarter with the Pacers leading 30-29. In the second quarter, Walker scored a layup, giving…

Phoenix Suns Suffer Fourth Consecutive Loss! Durant Scores 25+7 in Defeat to Pacers, Haliburton's 27+8 with Consecutive Three-pointers Seals the Game Beijing Time January 5th, NBA regular season Phoenix Suns suffered a 108-126 defeat and were double-killed by the Pacers. The two teams played very close in the first half, tied at 56-56 at halftime; In the second half, the Suns lost 28-40 in the third quarter alone, and in the final quarter, the Suns' counterattack was still ineffective. The Pacers firmly controlled the situation, and Haliburton hit three-pointers in a row to kill the game. The Suns eventually lost and suffered four consecutive defeats, with their record becoming 15 wins and 18 losses; Pacers won two consecutive victories, with their record becoming 18 wins and 18 losses.‌ Statistical Data Suns: Durant 25 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists, 5 turnovers; Booker 20 points, 9 assists, 9 rebounds; Dunn 13 points, 3 rebounds; Beal 8 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists; Grayson Allen 13 points, 4 rebounds, 5 assists; Morris 12 points Pacers: Haliburton 27 points, 8 assists, 5 rebounds, 2 steals, 1 block; Turner 20 points, 6 rebounds, 3 blocks; Mathurin 13 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists; Siakam 15 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists; Toppin 12 points; Sheppard 10 points; McConnell 8 points, 4 assists Best of the Game Haliburton shot 8 for 19, including 5 for 12 from three-point range, scoring 27 points, 8 assists, and 5 rebounds, hitting three-pointers in a row at the critical moment to seal the game Highlight Moments Booker stole the ball and hit a…

The NBA's new season has been underway for more than two months. Which team's performance has disappointed us the most? In the Eastern Conference, it was the Bucks and the 76ers at the beginning of the season. At that time, both teams were struggling to win a game and ranked at the bottom of the East. However, as the season progressed, they found their rhythm and started winning games. The Bucks even won the NBA Cup championship and have now climbed to fifth in the East. The 76ers, although their record is not as good, ranking 11th, they have recently been winning more than losing. Embiid, Maxi, and George are gradually developing chemistry, and it can be imagined that the 76ers' ranking will rise in time. In the Western Conference, it's the Suns, Kings, and Pelicans. The Kings are a strange team. During the offseason, they assembled a trio of Fox, DeRozan, and Sabonis, with Monk coming off the bench. No matter how you look at it, they should be a championship-level team. However, their current record is a mess, worse than last season. They were even swept by the Lakers. According to the latest reports, the Kings are willing to trade Fox, which suggests they are preparing to rebuild the team. The Pelicans are even worse to look at, with a record of 5 wins and 29 losses, ranking dead last in the league. Last season, they made it to the playoffs. The Pelicans are basically on the verge of disbanding. Now, Ingram and Zion are both on the…

Russell Westbrook is truly performing well with the Nuggets now, it seems that only Jokic can bring out the best in Westbrook. The MVP-winning Westbrook from his days as the leader of the Thunder seems to have returned. The peak of Westbrook's career was during his time with the Thunder, but despite being paired with George and Anthony, they couldn't get past the first round. After moving to the Rockets to team up with Harden, they were swept by the Lakers in the second round. Even when he went to the Wizards to play with Beal, they still exited in the first round of the playoffs. Later, after a stint with the Lakers alongside LeBron, Westbrook's lack of shooting ability left the Lakers struggling for space on the court. It wasn't until he returned to the Clippers that he started to regain his form. After playing alongside so many stars, it turns out that Jokic is the one who fits best with Westbrook. Both players share a common trait: triple-doubles. Currently, Westbrook is only taking open three-point shots and driving to the basket, avoiding mid-range shots. This simplification of his game has made him more efficient. Moreover, Jokic is an excellent passer and his organizational skills allow Westbrook to operate in comfortable positions. It's believed that this season, under Westbrook's resurgence, the Nuggets will achieve satisfying results.