On January 20th, Beijing time, there was a focus match in the Eastern Conference of the NBA's 2024-25 season regular season. The Philadelphia 76ers had to travel to Milwaukee for a back-to-back game and continue their away challenge against the Bucks. This was the second meeting between the two teams this season. In the previous matchup, the Bucks defeated the 76ers by 15 points, gaining a certain advantage. The 76ers have really performed poorly this season, becoming a laughingstock. During the offseason, they formed an anticipated "Big Three" combination. However, at this stage of the season, these three players with a combined salary exceeding $200 million are either plagued by injuries, playing intermittently, or having issues with coordination, resulting in an unsmooth offense. So far, the team has experienced three five-game losing streaks, with a total record of 15 wins and 25 losses, ranking 11th in the East. In contrast, the Bucks were mired in the mud at the beginning of the season, much like the 76ers, with their ranking once at the bottom of the East. However, with the resurgence of Antetokounmpo and Lillard, the team's record has steadily climbed, and they have now achieved a three-game winning streak, with a total record of 23 wins and 17 losses, rising to fourth place in the East, which is a world apart from Philadelphia. Before the game, American media ESPN also provided the latest win rate prediction for that day's match. The 76ers' win rate was only 13.3%, while the Bucks' win rate was as high as 86.7%. Obviously, American…

The NBA's 2025 All-Star Game is approaching, and fan voting has entered its final stages, ending on January 20th local time. Therefore, the current vote counts for players are still subject to change, especially considering the upcoming phase where one vote equals three votes! In the third round of voting results, who are the top vote-getters in the East and West? The answer is Antetokounmpo and Jokic, consistent with the previous round's voting results. Antetokounmpo - 3,489,956 votes With 3.48 million votes, the current top vote-getter is still Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Bucks. His personal statistics and performance this season have been outstanding, especially at the beginning of the season when the Bucks were once so low that they ranked last in the Eastern Conference, which led to many trade rumors about Antetokounmpo. However, Antetokounmpo eventually teamed up with Lillard to lead the Bucks out of the mire and onto the road to success, winning the NBA championship. This remarkable comeback left a deep impression on the outside world, and his strength is undoubtedly among the best in the league, hence the high number of votes. In the Eastern Conference frontcourt, Tatum ranks second with 2,842,956 All-Star votes, ranking third among all stars! Following him is Towns with over 2.45 million votes, who has performed well with the Knicks. Ball - 1,908,967 votes Currently, the highest vote-getter in the Eastern Conference backcourt is LaMelo Ball, with 1.9 million votes! Looking at his personal performance this season, he is undoubtedly the most outstanding player in the Eastern Conference in terms of…

Translation of the article content into English: Recently, American media outlet "FW" released their predictions for the probability of current NBA stars being inducted into the Hall of Fame, including players who retired in 2024 and those who have not yet officially announced their retirement. Let's take a look at their respective probabilities. Players with an induction probability below 20%: Rose 10.5%, Towns 10.8%, Horford 12.2%, Iguodala 12.6%, Walker 15.1% Among these players, the most likely to be inducted is undoubtedly Iguodala, who was a key contributor to the Warriors' four championships and also won the FMVP trophy. Referring to Billups, who was inducted in the previous two years, such honors are already sufficient to support Iguodala's entry into the Hall of Fame. The most regrettable is Rose; if it weren't for injuries, the youngest MVP in history might have achieved as much as Curry and Harden. Players with an induction probability between 20% and 60%: Gobert 21.6%, Wall 32.3%, DeRozan 42.4%, Griffin 54.8% Gobert has been named Defensive Player of the Year four times and selected to the All-Defensive First Team seven times. As a defensive center, such achievements are impressive, but whether he will be inducted in the future depends on whether he can win a championship. The other three were All-Star level players in their prime, but they don't have any outstanding honors to show for it. Players with an induction probability between 70% and 90%: Thompson 70.2%, Butler 72.9%, Love 73.4%, Green 76.8%, Leonard 77.6%, Lowry 85.7% This category includes five players who have won championships…

The NBA regular season is nearing its halfway point, and the competition for major league awards is becoming increasingly fierce. Take the MVP award as an example; Jokic had dominated the top spot for 11 consecutive periods, with players like Antetokounmpo and Tatum seemingly unable to stop Jokic from achieving the feat of winning four MVPs in five years. However, the Thunder and Alexander have emerged as dark horses, surpassing Jokic in the latest MVP rankings, adding suspense and excitement to the regular-season MVP race. To date, Sabonis is the rebound king, Trae Young is the assist king, Daniels is the steal king, Wembanyama is the block king, Sabonis is the double-double king, Jokic is the triple-double king, and Curry is the three-point king. At the same time, there are subtle changes in the battle for the scoring title. To date, there are four players averaging over 31 points per game in the league: Antetokounmpo (31.4 points), Alexander (31.4 points), and Jokic (31.2 points). Antetokounmpo, Alexander, and Jokic are all unstoppable scorers, especially Antetokounmpo, who excels at fast-break scoring and scoring in the paint, and has also honed his mid-range shooting skills, making him incredibly lethal! According to statistics, Antetokounmpo leads the league in average field goal makes (12.5), fast-break points (5.8 points), and points in the paint (21 points). Despite his numerous accolades, Antetokounmpo has never won a scoring title. This season, Antetokounmpo has led the scoring charts for a long time, which is the closest he has ever been to the scoring title. However, his position is not…

The NBA regular season is nearing its halfway point, with fierce competition in the Western Conference. From the fifth-placed Mavericks to the twelfth-placed Spurs, there is only a difference of three wins, yet eight teams are clustered together, ensuring that some will secure direct playoff spots while others may not even qualify for the play-in tournament. On the Eastern side, the competition is also more intense than in previous seasons, with teams like the Hawks and Pistons achieving over a 50% win rate. Last season's Eastern Conference finalist, the Pacers, made a six-game winning streak to jump into the top five. The Heat, without Butler, have no room for tanking (if they don't make the playoffs this season, they will give their first-round picks in 2025 and 2027 directly to the Thunder and Hornets), leaving them with no choice but to push forward. Even the 76ers, who are on the brink of struggle, can only maintain a 40% win rate. In fact, the top four in the East this season are basically set. The Cavaliers started with 33 wins in 38 games and even have a chance to challenge the 73-win record! As defending champions, the Celtics have struggled to integrate Porzingis into the team, but like Leonard, Porzingis is meant for the playoffs, and the core lineup is solid enough. As for whether they will disband due to massive salary pressures this summer, that remains to be seen. Including the Knicks' four giants combination, leading with a 65% win rate, and the Magic, plagued by injuries but never dropping…

The game was a rollercoaster of emotions, leaving many wondering how the once-promising Spurs could suffer such a crushing defeat at the hands of the Bucks. The silence of Wenyambo, the struggles of Paul, and the inefficient performance of the Spurs' five tigers painted a picture of dark humor. The Bucks' strong showing served as a harsh reality check for the Spurs, casting a shadow over their future this season. This wasn't just a simple loss; it was a mockery. The Bucks demonstrated that reaching the playoffs isn't just about potential; it requires substance and grit. The tension was palpable from the start, with Antetokounmpo and Wenyambo, representing "the future and the present," facing off on the court. Antetokounmpo's powerful dunk at the beginning seemed to declare his dominance, while Wenyambo found his rhythm after several attempts, nailing an impressive three-pointer. The first quarter was a fierce battle, with the Spurs' five tigers attempting to counter the Bucks' momentum through quick counterattacks. The Bucks, however, maintained control with Antetokounmpo and Lopez's dominance in the paint. Both teams traded blows, but the Bucks' cohesion gave them the edge. Green's hot hand in the first quarter allowed the Bucks to pull away, setting the stage for the rest of the game. The second quarter was a bloodbath, with a 15-0 run by the Bucks akin to a sharp blade piercing the heart of the Spurs. The Spurs lost their composure during this period, even their shooting touch felt rigid. Despite Paul's valiant efforts with some clutch threes, the Bucks' Lopez and Lillard…

Victory! Brunson scores 44+5+6, Antetokounmpo gets 24+13, Towns sets a record, the Eastern Conference landscape changes On January 13, 2025, Beijing time, the Knicks with a record of 25 wins and 14 losses faced off against the Bucks with a record of 20 wins and 16 losses at home. The Knicks suffered a 25-point defeat to the Thunder in their previous game and lost four out of their last five games, so they urgently needed a rebound. The Bucks were on a three-game winning streak and in good form. This was the second meeting between the two teams this season. In their first encounter, the Knicks defeated the Bucks by 22 points. For the Bucks, they were eager to seek revenge today. Who would win this battle? The Bucks' starting lineup was Lillard + Jackson + Prince + Antetokounmpo + Big Lo, while the Knicks' starting lineup was Brunson + Bridges + Hart + OG + Towns. In the first quarter, Jackson made a layup, Antetokounmpo made 2 free throws and 1, Towns and Bridges made three-pointers, giving the Knicks a 6-0 lead. Antetokounmpo, Lillard, and Jackson scored, while Brunson scored 8 consecutive points, putting the Knicks ahead 14-9. Lillard scored 7 consecutive points and Antetokounmpo made free throws, allowing the Bucks to take a 3-point lead. Achiwa and Brunson responded to regain a 2-point lead. Antetokounmpo and Green scored, but Towns and Brunson responded, keeping the gap at 2 points. Antetokounmpo, Connaughton, and Middleton scored, while Brunson continued to score, ending the first quarter with the Knicks leading 36-33.…

As of January 12th, Beijing time, the competition for the NBA's scoring title has intensified since the start of the new season. The average points per game for three major stars - Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jokic, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA) - are separated by only 0.1 points, making them hot candidates for the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award as well. So far, Giannis Antetokounmpo has played 30 games, averaging 31.7 points to temporarily lead the league; Nikola Jokic has played 32 games, averaging 31.6 points to rank second in the league; SGA has played 37 games, averaging 31.5 points to rank third in the season's scoring list. Giannis Antetokounmpo averages 0.1 points more than Jokic, while Jokic averages 0.1 points more than SGA, indicating that the competition for the scoring title this season will be fierce. To date, they are the only three players in the entire league with an average score exceeding 30 points per game. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jokic, and SGA are also strong contenders for the regular-season MVP this season. In the latest MVP power rankings, SGA surpassed Jokic to rise to first place in the league, with Jokic ranking second and Giannis Antetokounmpo ranking third, making the MVP race equally fierce. Currently, the Thunder have a record of 31 wins and 6 losses, ranking first in the West; the Nuggets have 22 wins and 15 losses, ranking fourth in the West; and the Bucks have 20 wins and 16 losses, ranking fourth in the East. I wonder, who do you think will ultimately win the scoring…

Today in the NBA, there were many games and impressive performances from various star players, including Sabonis, McCollum, Alexander, LaVine, Jokic, Westbrook, Haliburton, and Isaiah Joe, among others. However, when it comes to selecting today's best player, there is no doubt about who takes the title. Let's take a closer look at the standout performances: Haliburton led the Pacers to an easy victory over the depleted Warriors, showcasing his offensive and defensive prowess. In the first half, he played 19 minutes, shooting 4-for-6, including 1-for-3 from three-point range and 5-for-5 from the free-throw line, scoring 14 points with 1 rebound, 4 assists, and 3 steals. Over the entire game, Haliburton played 35 minutes, shooting 8-for-10, including 2-for-4 from beyond the arc and 7-for-7 from the charity stripe, tallying 25 points, 2 rebounds, 10 assists, and 3 steals, with a plus-minus of +18. Isaiah Joe came off the bench to shoot down the Knicks with 8 three-pointers. In the first half, he played only 13 minutes, shooting 8-for-11, including 6-for-7 from downtown and 1-for-1 from the free-throw line, amassing 23 points and 1 rebound. For the whole game, he played 30 minutes, shooting 11-for-16, including 8-for-11 from three-point land and 1-for-1 from the free-throw line, exploding for a season-high 31 points, along with 1 rebound and 2 assists. Alexander, currently atop the MVP rankings, continued his dominant play, scoring 39 points in just three quarters. In the first half, he shot 8-for-12, converting all 3 free throws, scoring 19 points with 3 rebounds and 2 assists, leading his team to a…

NBA regular season is in full swing, and the league has officially announced the second phase of fan voting results for the 2025 San Francisco All-Star Weekend. Giannis Antetokounmpo leads with a whopping 2,721,339 votes, securing his position as the top vote-getter for the second consecutive period! In addition to him, 13 other players have received over a million votes: Jokic, Durant, James, Wenyang, Davis, Alexander, Curry, Doncic, Tatum, Towns, Ball, Mitchell, and Lillard. According to the initial voting results, the starting lineups for the East and West are as follows: The West features Jokic + Durant + Lao Jian + Alexander + Curry; while the East has Giannis + Tatum + Towns + Ball + Mitchell. In the first stage of voting, Giannis from the East surpassed Jokic from the West to become the top vote-getter. Now, Jokic remains the frontrunner for MVP, averaging 31.5 points (1st in the league), 13 rebounds (3rd in the league), and 9.7 assists (2nd in the league). However, Giannis (2,721,339) has further widened the gap with Jokic (2,277,723), gaining nearly half a million more votes. It must be said that the Greek Freak's popularity in the local area is still unparalleled in the league, and even a powerhouse like Jokic may not be able to stop Giannis from winning the All-Star vote again! Giannis remains firmly at the top of the votes, with no significant changes in the Eastern Conference starting lineup. However, Curry and Wenyang's remarkable rise has quietly changed the Western Conference All-Star starting lineup! Let's start with Curry in the…