In the NBA, a stage filled with superstars, scoring 40 points in a single game is already a hallmark of top-tier scorers. However, accumulating 100 games with 40+ points is as challenging as climbing Mount Everest! Throughout NBA history, only a handful of players have left their names on this remarkable list. If Chamberlain's record of 271 times is as high as the ceiling, then Harden's achievement of 103 times is the only beacon among active players. The question arises: does scoring 40+ points reflect a player's skill or is it an exaggerated product of modern basketball rules? More importantly, who among the current players can climb this "century peak"? Why is scoring 40+ points so magical? Because in a game, scoring 40 consecutive points almost means you are dominating the defense, and the whole court revolves around you. Both scoring ability and game dominance must be at their peak. The difficulty lies not in one or two occasional occurrences but in maintaining long-term stable output throughout your career. To maintain health, keep a hot hand, and a steady rhythm, all these conditions are indispensable. Reaching 100 games requires not only talent but also diligence, dedication, and even a bit of resilience. James Harden is currently the only active player to achieve 100 games with 40+ points, accumulating a total of 103 times. This means that roughly every five to six games, he can score an astonishing 40+. Most of this record comes from his peak period with the Rockets. During the 2018-19 season, Harden was like a "scoring machine,"…

For a player, the age of 40 is indeed a difficult hurdle to overcome. They either retire or wander around, but there are always some independent players who remain at the superstar level, such as 40-year-old Malone and 40-year-old James. These two are among the most disciplined players in NBA history. They are truly evergreen legends. 40-year-old Karl Malone Karl Malone was selected by the NBA Jazz in the 15th pick of the 85 season. He played for 19 seasons in the NBA, serving only two teams throughout his career: 18 seasons with the Jazz and 1 season with the Lakers. His attendance rate is astonishing, with 10 out of 19 seasons being full attendance and 17 seasons having an attendance rate of around 80 games. This is something even Jordan and James, such great players, could not achieve. Throughout his career, he averaged 25+10+3 stats. In his final year at the age of 40, he joined the Lakers in pursuit of a championship title, forming the F4 with O'Neal, Kobe, Payton, and Malone. Unfortunately, he did not win the championship and retired mercilessly. At the age of 40, Karl Malone still played 40 games for the Lakers, averaging 13.2+8.7+4 stats. 40-year-old James From 03 to 10, James played for the Cavaliers; from 10 to 14, he played for the Heat; from 14 to 18, he returned to the Cavaliers; and since 18, he has been with the Lakers. Over these 21 seasons, no matter which team he joined, he was always the core player and won championships for three…

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, the Lakers suffered a crushing defeat to the Mavericks, losing 97-118 and swallowing their second consecutive loss. In this game, the Lakers were leading in the first quarter, but after their defense declined in the second quarter, they were suppressed. The third quarter saw the gap widen to over 10 points, and in the fourth quarter, the Lakers were firmly controlled by the Mavericks, who were without Doncic and Irving. In the crucial moments, LeBron shockingly couldn't touch the ball and made consecutive turnovers that cost the game, finishing with 18 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists. Is this the 40-year-old LeBron James? Has he been in the league for 22 years? Facing a 2.16-meter-tall LeFlore, he swung his arms in mid-air for a windmill dunk, still able to fly so high and far? Even on the road, he ignited the Mavericks fans. In the first quarter, LeBron played for 8 minutes, shooting 4 of 3 plus 1 of 1 from three-point range, scoring 7 points, 1 rebound, and 1 steal, with 1 dunk and a 75% shooting rate. It's worth noting that in the past 11 games, LeBron averaged 28 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists, which is truly terrifying. In the second quarter, LeBron clearly started to coast, missing one three-pointer and one mid-range shot, scoring only 2 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 assists in the quarter, finishing the half with 9 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 steal. After halftime, James still hadn't found his rhythm, going 0 for 2 from…

On January 8th, Beijing time, the Rockets defeated the Wizards to secure their second consecutive victory. Jalen Green went on a scoring spree in the second quarter of the game, setting a new career-high with six three-pointers in the third quarter alone. He led a scoring surge that put the game out of reach, and by the fourth quarter, Green only played for three minutes before the game entered garbage time. This marks the 15th time this season that Green has been the top scorer for the Rockets. Green started the game with only two points in the first quarter. However, after making a layup and a buzzer-beating three-pointer in the second quarter, he found his rhythm and hit two three-pointers at the beginning of the third quarter. Jalen Green completed a 30-foot super long three-pointer with 7 minutes and 29 seconds remaining in the third quarter, earning him praise from the media as a master of catch-and-shoot threes. The official Twitter account of the Rockets also praised Green's performance: "One three-pointer, two three-pointers, three three-pointers... In just 12 minutes of the third quarter, Green went 8-for-13 from the field and 6-for-10 from beyond the arc, scoring 22 points, grabbing 3 rebounds, and recording 1 steal. By the end of the third quarter, Jalen Green had already accumulated 29 points and 7 three-pointers." The media outlet Biased Rockets wrote: "In the third quarter of this game, Jalen Green was like Stephen Curry." In the third quarter, Shen Jing scored 14 points while Green added 22, bringing their totals to 22…

In today's era of small-ball, the three-pointer is undoubtedly the main theme of NBA games, with even many interior players increasing their three-point attempts. So, let's take a look at how many three-pointers various star players have made so far this season. Harden Harden's performance this season can only be described as average, with an average of 21+6+8 stats, but he leads the league in turnovers, with a shooting percentage of only 39.2%. From beyond the arc, Harden averages 8.1 attempts per game, making 2.8 shots, with a 34.5% shooting percentage, totaling 92 three-pointers so far this season. Curry Curry's performance this season has also been inconsistent, averaging 22.5 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 6.3 assists, with a shooting percentage of 45.2%, and the Warriors are currently ranked ninth in the West with a record of 18 wins and 17 losses. However, in terms of three-point shooting, Curry remains stable, averaging 10.3 attempts per game to make 4.3 shots, ranking second in the league, with a 42% shooting percentage, and has accumulated 121 three-pointers so far. James Despite being 40 years old, there's no denying that James still maintains an excellent competitive state, averaging 24 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 8.9 assists this season, with a shooting percentage as high as 50.7%, which is also the key to the Lakers' current position in fifth place in the West. And as he gets older, James' performance from beyond the arc has become more stable, averaging 5.8 attempts per game to make 2.3 shots, with a 38.9% shooting percentage, and has made a total…

The Los Angeles Lakers faced off against the Dallas Mavericks on the road, with Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving both absent from the Mavericks lineup. The Mavericks started with Dinwiddie, Clay, Marshall, Washington, and Leffley; while the Lakers had Reaves, Christie, Hachimura, James, and Davis. In the first quarter, the Mavericks took an early 7-3 lead, but the Lakers quickly responded with a 9-2 run to take the lead. LeBron James made a spectacular dunk, and after a timeout at 12-11, Hachimura scored inside, followed by Davis' 2+1 and mid-range jumper, keeping the Lakers ahead. Grimes drew a foul for two free throws, leading to another timeout. After the break, Grimes hit consecutive free throws and a three-pointer to tie the game, with James hitting a buzzer-beating three-pointer to end the quarter with the Lakers leading 27-24. In the second quarter, during the rotation phase, the Mavericks' outside shooting opened up, going on an 8-2 run to take the lead. Knecht drew a foul for two free throws, but Kidd's challenge failed. Both teams then engaged in a flurry of fouls and free throws, making the game ugly. Christie hit a three-pointer and a dunk, helping the Lakers slightly increase their lead to 50-44, prompting a Mavericks timeout. Upon returning, Clay hit three consecutive three-pointers, and Dinwiddie finished with a buzzer-beating dunk, leaving the Lakers trailing 50-55 at halftime. In the third quarter, the Mavericks continued their outside shooting to expand their lead, going on a 10-3 run to lead by 12 points, forcing a Lakers timeout. After the timeout,…

Hornets Upset Suns to End 10-Game Losing Streak, Ball Scores 32 Points While Booker and KD Combine for 65 On January 8th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued. In today's focus game, the Suns challenged the Hornets away. Booker led the Suns to a 7-point lead with 14 points in the first quarter, but Ball exploded in the second quarter, leading the Hornets to consecutive runs of 14-0 and 8-0, outscoring the Suns 37-17 to take a 13-point lead at halftime. Durant and Booker led the Suns to a comeback in the third quarter, reducing the deficit to 5 points entering the final quarter. The Suns fought back fiercely in the fourth quarter, but Ball always led the Hornets to respond. Ultimately, the Hornets defeated the Suns 115-104 at home, ending their 10-game losing streak. The Suns' record became 16 wins and 19 losses, while the Hornets' record improved to 8 wins and 27 losses. Both Sides' Data:‌ Suns - Booker scored 39 points, 6 rebounds, and 10 assists; Durant had 26 points and 6 rebounds; Plumlee had 0 points and 13 rebounds; Beal had 10 points and 5 assists; Allen had 9 points; Nurkic had 8 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists; Hornets - Ball scored 32 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists; Miller had 10 points; Bridges had 21 points and 7 rebounds; Richards had 15 points and 12 rebounds; Williams had 9 points and 10 rebounds. Star of the Game: LaMelo Ball Ball played 35 minutes, shooting 12 of 28, including 5 of 16 from three-point…

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…

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…