NBA regular season, the Rockets defeated the Grizzlies 119-115. The Rockets maintained their lead throughout the game, but it was a tough battle as the Grizzlies kept biting at them in the final moments. Fortunately, the Grizzlies failed to seize the opportunity to overtake, and the Rockets managed to stabilize the situation and ultimately secured the victory. Three players from the Rockets had perfect performances. Green displayed remarkable stability on the offensive end, having been on a continuous rampage, and he is also an all-around player capable of both offense and defense. He scored 27 points, made 3 steals, and had 1 block, with another 8 points in the final quarter, demonstrating the core strength of the Rockets. Tate remained the strongest point on the bench, although his attention has not been particularly high. In the past month, he has gradually gained recognition from the coaching staff. He made both free throws in the closing moments, contributing to the team's defense and scoring, finishing with 12 points. VanVleet maintained a stable output, shooting 8 for 13 to score 22 points, 1 rebound, 4 assists, and 4 steals. He also made a crucial mid-range shot in the final moments, helping the team to further extend the lead. Throughout the game, VanVleet played very reasonably, maintaining a stable shooting percentage, showcasing a performance that matched his salary. Amen, Adams, and Holiday all had passing grades. Amen had a less-than-ideal shooting percentage, but excelled in other areas. He scored 10 points, grabbed 7 rebounds, had 5 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block without…

NBA Western Conference Latest Rankings: Rockets Create NBA Miracle, Nuggets Receive Big Gift, Gap Between 3rd to 9th Place Narrows Beijing time January 10, 2025, today the NBA originally had 8 games, but the Lakers vs Hornets game was postponed, and the other 7 games were held as scheduled, involving the Warriors, Rockets, Mavericks, Suns, Grizzlies, Timberwolves, Trail Blazers, and Jazz. After the games, there were changes in the Western Conference standings.‌ The Warriors played away against the Pistons, with the Warriors missing Wiggins, Kuminga, Pojeme, Moody, and others, greatly reducing their combat effectiveness. The Pistons were also missing Avery and Hardaway. It was thought that the Warriors would be at a disadvantage, but unexpectedly, the Warriors had multiple players step up, leading the Pistons by more than 15 points on several occasions. With over five minutes left in the fourth quarter, the Warriors led by 18 points. However, the Pistons made a late push, narrowing the gap to just two points. Despite this, they ultimately fell short, and the Warriors won by a three-point margin. Curry scored 17 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists on 5-of-21 shooting, struggling with his shot. Hield contributed 19 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 assists on 7-of-15 shooting, while Davis added 14 points, 10 rebounds, and 3 assists on 7-of-9 shooting, and Schroder chipped in with 13 points and 6 assists on 5-of-11 shooting. For the Pistons, Cunningham had a strong game with 32 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists, and 3 steals on 12-of-21 shooting, and Beasley added 21 points, 4 rebounds, and 2…

On January 10th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued, with the Rockets visiting the Grizzlies today. This game was a crucial battle for positioning, as the Rockets were second in the Western Conference before the game, while the Grizzlies were third, with only a 0.5-game difference between them. If the Grizzlies had won, the two teams' rankings would have switched. In the first half of the first quarter, the Rockets' offense was very fierce, with Shen Jing almost shooting without missing, and Green and VanVleet also contributing. In less than 7 minutes, the Rockets led by 12 points at 33-21; however, in the middle and later stages, the Rockets' shooting accuracy showed a noticeable decline, and the Grizzlies once reduced the gap to only 5 points. At the end of the quarter, Green's three-pointer and free throws helped the Rockets end the first quarter with a 9-point lead at 45-36. At the beginning of the second quarter, both teams had low offensive efficiency, with the score fluctuating around a 9-point difference; in the middle stage, Whitmore and Dilon's three-pointers and Shen Jing's inside scoring helped the Rockets take a 17-point lead; on the Grizzlies' side, Aldama and Huff's consecutive scores narrowed the gap; at the end of the period, it was Kennard's three-pointer and Little Jackson's inside scoring that narrowed the gap again. The first half ended with the Rockets leading by only 5 points at 68-63. At the beginning of the third quarter, the Grizzlies relied on the iron triangle of Little Jackson, Morant, and Bane to continuously…

On January 10th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season welcomed several key battles. The Warriors, Rockets, and Mavericks each achieved victories in their respective games, with the Rockets particularly widening the gap with the Grizzlies in the battle for second place in the West, while the Warriors and Mavericks' games were filled with drama. Today's matches once again intensified the competition in the West, with changes in the standings sparking extensive discussions among fans. The Warriors narrowly defeated the Pistons 107-104: Curry's slump was still crucial. The Warriors won a close victory over the Detroit Pistons on the road, 107-104. Despite the lead being reduced to just two points at one point, Curry's two free throws in the final moments stabilized the situation, ultimately helping the Warriors secure the win. In this game, Curry's shooting efficiency was worrying, as he made only 5 of 21 shots, including just 2 of 14 from beyond the arc. However, he still contributed a comprehensive stat line of 17 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists, becoming the core of the Warriors' victory. On the Pistons' side, Cunningham put on an impressive performance, scoring 32 points with 6 rebounds and 8 assists, but unfortunately failed to lead the team to a comeback. Although the Pistons launched a fierce attack at one point, they ultimately failed to complete the comeback, and the Warriors luckily ended the Pistons' five-game winning streak. The Mavericks made a comeback against the Trail Blazers, winning 117-111: Kidd used team basketball to make up for the absence of the core. Despite the…

On January 10th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued with a total of 7 matchups scheduled for the day. The specific results are as follows: The Raptors lost to the Cavaliers 126-132, the Warriors narrowly defeated the Pistons 107-104, the Timberwolves defeated the Magic 104-89, the Trail Blazers lost to the Mavericks 111-117, the Rockets narrowly defeated the Grizzlies 119-115, the Hawks lost to the Suns 115-123, and the Heat narrowly defeated the Jazz 97-92. Stars such as Garland, Curry, Randle, LeFevre, Shen Jing, Beal, and Harkless all had impressive performances. So, who will win the title of today's best player? Let's take a look together. In the game between the Rockets and the Grizzlies, a total of 5 players from the Grizzlies scored in double figures, with Morant scoring 27 points + 3 rebounds + 3 assists and Jaren Jackson Jr. contributing 21 points + 8 rebounds + 4 assists. However, they were once down by 17 points and ultimately suffered a defeat. On the Rockets' side, Van Vleet scored 22 points + 4 assists + 4 steals, Jalen Green scored 27 rebounds + 2 rebounds + 3 assists + 3 steals, and Shen Jing was even more ferocious! He played for 35 minutes, shooting 12 of 20 (1 of 1 from three-point range), making 7 of 15 free throws, and scored 32 points + 14 rebounds + 5 assists + 1 block, with the highest scores in points, rebounds, and assists! Especially in the first quarter, Shen Jing scored 16 points alone, setting the tone for the…

The Houston Rockets have recently defeated the Lakers and the Wizards, maintaining a winning streak and securing their second-place ranking in the Western Conference. Currently, the Thunder has a record of 30 wins and 6 losses, leading the second place in the West by 6 games. It will be difficult for the Rockets to catch up with the Grizzlies, who have a record of 24 wins and 13 losses, only half a game behind the Rockets. The Rockets and the Grizzlies have very close win-loss records and are in the same tier, with the fourth place in the West lagging behind them significantly. The Rockets have also been dealing with some serious injuries recently, with Tari Eason and Jabari Smith, two key defensive players, out of action. Fortunately, head coach Ime Udoka has made proper arrangements, putting Amon Thompson into the starting lineup, which has proven to be very effective. Young players like Jalen Green, Sengun, Amon Thompson, and Whitmore have all been steadily breaking out. Jalen Green has averaged over 30 points in his last three games, with a shooting percentage of 49.2%. Amon Thompson has averaged 21.5 points, 15.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 2.2 steals in his last two games, with a shooting percentage as high as 66.7%. Whitmore scored 17 points, 1 rebound, and 1 steal in one game, and 18 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, and 1 steal in another. These young Rockets players have been consistently performing well, striving hard in the games, giving their all, and working very hard to lead the team to…

On January 7th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continues. In the just-concluded Western focus battle, the Grizzlies defeated the Mavericks 119-104 at home, giving their opponents a five-game losing streak. After the game, the Western standings changed, with the Grizzlies successfully catching up with the Rockets to tie for second place in the West, while the Mavericks' five-game losing streak dropped them to sixth in the West, with the same record as the seventh-place Clippers. In terms of data, both sides faced off with incomplete lineups in this game. The Grizzlies rested their two core players, Morant and Bane, while the Mavericks' star players Irving and Doncic also did not play. However, the difference is that the Grizzlies only rested their double-core lineup, while the Mavericks suffered a devastating injury blow. Goodbye NBA! Irving teams up with Doncic to withdraw from the game, and the championship pattern in the West is once again in doubt. According to NBA reporter Shams, Irving felt unwell a few hours before the game against the Cavaliers and was diagnosed with a herniated disc before the game against the Grizzlies, expected to miss 1-2 weeks. Moreover, according to expert Stotts, herniated disc problems are very tricky and usually require a long period of rest. Without surgical treatment, the average recovery cycle is close to one month, about 12 games. In addition, the other star player of the Mavericks, Doncic, is also in the same situation. He suffered a calf strain in the previous game against the Timberwolves and is still unable to walk independently…

On January 8th, Beijing time, according to Chris Haynes, a well-known reporter, sources revealed that Butler has told some teams in the league that he is unwilling to play for them. Haynes revealed on the show that these teams include the Grizzlies, and O'Connor, another well-known reporter, followed up with a report stating that the Bucks are also among them. Previously, the Grizzlies once topped the odds of becoming Butler's next team, and both teams have already discussed a trade with the Heat. Haynes stated that Butler informed these teams not to attempt to trade him, which made the trading situation somewhat complicated because Butler is eligible to opt out of his contract and become a free agent this summer. Teams trading for him would basically need to ensure that he is willing to renew his contract afterward. Under this premise, Butler's opinion carries a certain amount of influence. Sidery reported that Butler and the Suns are mutually interested, with the most ideal outcome being a move to the Suns, and the Suns have also expressed their willingness to pay the amount Butler wants for his new contract. Additionally, Bill Simmons, a well-known commentator, stated that Butler's trade will be completed this week. However, many American media outlets analyzed that it would be very difficult to complete the Butler trade before the deadline. During his suspension, Butler insisted on training to maintain his physical condition. With less than a month left until the trade deadline (February 7th), Windhorst, a well-known reporter, stated that the Heat have not received high-quality offers…

NBA Western Conference Latest Rankings: Timberwolves Create NBA Miracle, Warriors Receive Big Gift, Mavericks in Peril Beijing Time January 7, 2025: Today, there were 9 NBA games, with Western Conference teams including the Clippers, Mavericks, Suns, Grizzlies, Timberwolves, Spurs, Kings, and Trail Blazers participating. After the games, changes occurred in the Western Conference standings. The Clippers played away against the Timberwolves, with Leonard making his second appearance of the season. In the first half, the Clippers had a clear advantage, leading by as much as 19 points. When everyone thought the Timberwolves were about to collapse, they made a strong comeback, even taking a 10-point lead at one point. However, the Clippers, a very resilient team, regained the lead. The two teams then took turns leading, until the last minute when Edwards hit two consecutive three-pointers to take control of the game, leading the Timberwolves to a 2-point victory over the Clippers, completing a great comeback. Edwards scored 37 points with 14 out of 29 shots (6 out of 13 from three-point range), 7 rebounds, and 8 assists. Reid scored 18 points with 8 out of 14 shots, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists. Harden scored 22 points with 8 out of 22 shots, 8 rebounds, and 8 assists. Powell scored 25 points with 7 out of 17 shots and 6 rebounds. Zubac scored 17 points with 7 out of 11 shots, 16 rebounds, and 6 blocks. Leonard scored 8 points with 3 out of 11 shots, 2 rebounds, and 2 assists. After the loss, the Clippers have a record of…

On January 7, 2025, the NBA regular season continued, with the competition in the Western Conference becoming increasingly fierce. Today, both the Clippers and the Mavericks suffered major reversals while leading, making the situation even more complicated. The Clippers once led by 19 points on the road but were eventually overturned by the Timberwolves; while the Mavericks, who led by double digits in the first quarter, ultimately suffered a crushing defeat of 104-119 against the Grizzlies. The Mavericks faced significant challenges in today's game. With Irving and Doncic absent, the team's core strength was greatly weakened. In the first quarter, the Mavericks once took a 36-26 lead thanks to the performances of Clay and Washington, seemingly controlling the game. However, in the second quarter, the Mavericks' difficulties intensified. Gafford, an interior player, sprained his ankle while grabbing a rebound, and the continuous injuries made the Mavericks' lineup even more stretched thin. Despite this, the Grizzlies relied on their deep roster and the outstanding performance of Jaren Jackson Jr. to gradually turn the tide. Jackson scored 16 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists in the first half, dominating the interior battle. At halftime, the Mavericks trailed the Grizzlies by only one point at 55-56. In the third quarter, the Grizzlies launched a 12-5 offensive, quickly expanding their lead to double digits. Although the Maverick players gave it their all, they were still unable to stop the Grizzlies' offensive onslaught, ultimately suffering a crushing defeat of 104-119. Similarly to the Mavericks, the Clippers' performance was also regrettable. Facing the Timberwolves away from…