In the NBA Western Conference standings, an unexpected drama unfolded as the Lakers clawed their way from a sluggish start to join the championship contenders, showcasing the team's resilience and potential to all. When Pelinka offered Christie a $32 million contract, the entire league questioned the rationality of this signing, given that the young player had indeed underperformed at the beginning of the season. The Lakers' management puzzled fans with this move, as they could have used the money to sign more experienced veterans, but Pelinka chose an untested rookie instead. Christie's performance on the bench was once disappointing, with shockingly low three-point shooting percentages and average scores struggling to break into double digits. As the team's head coach, Redick was also once troubled by Christie's performance, but he still chose to give the young player more opportunities and trust. Russell's departure provided Christie with an opportunity to prove himself, a turning point that came both suddenly and naturally, as if fate had already scripted it for him. After securing a starting position, Christie underwent a complete transformation in form, shooting with greater confidence and making more decisive decisions on the court. In a game against the Pistons, Christie's 17-point performance caught everyone's attention, giving him immense confidence with this breakthrough display. Facing strong teams like the Warriors and Kings, Christie maintained stable scoring output, indicating that he had gradually adapted to the NBA's competitive rhythm. The partnership between Reeves and Christie significantly enhanced the Lakers' offensive firepower, infusing the team with new vitality through this young backcourt duo. James…

The Houston Rockets narrowly defeated the Los Angeles Lakers at home with a final score of 119-115. In this game, Ethan continued to sit out, while Amen Thompson returned from suspension due to an injury that will keep Smith out for at least 4-8 weeks. Thompson was immediately promoted to the starting lineup at the power forward position. The Lakers have been on a good run recently, while the Rockets have only won one game against the Mavericks in their last four home games. They have also experienced comebacks from the Timberwolves and Heat after leading them. Against the Celtics, the Rockets were completely overwhelmed. However, there is a positive sign for the Rockets as Jalen Green's shooting touch has improved. In the previous game against the Celtics, Green was the team's saving grace. Today, he exploded against the Lakers, scoring 18 points in a single quarter with an impressive 8-of-7 shooting. Under Green's leadership, the Rockets led by 14 points in the first quarter. In the second quarter, Amen Thompson continued the momentum, using his 2.03-meter height and physique to aggressively attack Reeves and even call out Hachimura for a one-on-one matchup, leaving the Lakers with no solution as the lead extended to 24 points. But then the Rockets' old problems resurfaced; they struggled to maintain their lead, and their shooting cooled down. The Lakers began to exploit the Rockets' weakness, which was Shen Jing's inability to protect the paint and switch defenses. The Lakers repeatedly attacked Shen Jing, forcing the Rockets to bring in Thompson to assist in…

The Clippers have recently been facing some challenges, especially in their match against the Thunder, which seems to hold little suspense. The Thunder are currently on a 12-game winning streak, with a momentum that is hard to stop. On the Clippers' side, the most concerning news is Harden's announcement of rest due to an inguinal injury, which is undoubtedly adding insult to injury for the Clippers who are trying to break through their bottleneck. Honestly, once Harden goes on rest, it's like the Clippers have lost their strongest engine. Although the remaining players are full of fighting spirit, they face a hot team like the Thunder with almost zero chances of victory. Harden's inguinal injury is not a new issue; he has been playing through the pain, with frequent red flags raised during this period. Now, he has finally "reached his limit" and announced his rest, indicating that Harden's physical condition has reached a point where he must take a break. For the Clippers, it can be described as "leaking house hit by连夜rain." After Harden's rest, the Clippers' lineup is almost devoid of All-Star level players, making it a dream to defeat the Thunder. Other players on the Clippers are either inconsistent in form or injured, making it too difficult to rely on a single player to carry the team. As everyone worries about the Clippers' future, the team has started to make positive adjustments and initiated a trade plan. According to reports, their target is the European tough guy center - Valanciunas. The Clippers clearly realize that, aside from…

The first round of NBA All-Star voting results are out, and as expected, veterans continue to be popular among fans. Jokic leads the Western Conference with over a million votes, while rookie Wembanyama surprisingly made it into the top five, indicating a quiet transition between generations in the league. Jokic received 1.42 million votes, a number that surprised many, as his playing style is not particularly eye-catching. However, his dominance on the court is undeniable, especially in critical moments where he consistently impresses. Despite the Nuggets' less-than-stellar record this year, Jokic's personal statistics remain at a high level. His passing vision and basketball IQ make it seem like he's playing a grand game of chess. His playing style may not align with the fast-paced modern basketball, but he has an uncanny ability to control the game's rhythm, much like watching a master craftsman slowly carving a piece of art. Durant, at 35 years old, shows no signs of decline in his scoring ability, averaging 27.7 points per game with a 51% shooting percentage, suggesting he could play for another five years. The Suns have a luxurious lineup, but Durant's importance is not diminished. He's like the team's stabilizing force, providing a sense of security whenever he's on the court. James, at 40 years old, managed to score 38 points in a game, making people question if he's really aging. His physical condition is remarkably well-preserved. Although the Lakers' record has been inconsistent this year, James' individual performance remains stable, and he always seems to step up when the team needs…

On January 6th, Beijing time, the 27th round of the CBA regular season saw defending champions Liaoning host Guangsha. The game started with a seesaw battle between the two teams, with the score not being pulled apart. However, Liaoning's offensive state was poor, gradually falling into a passive situation, only scoring 40 points at halftime. In the second half, Guangsha's offensive momentum was hot, and they scored 36-14 in a single quarter to open up a lead of more than 20 points, making the game lose suspense early. Ultimately, Liaoning lost 88-101 to Guangsha. In this game, Zhao Jiwei continued to come off the bench, with Wells hitting a jumper and then a three-pointer, while Brown completed a 2+1. The two teams were locked in a seesaw battle, with Li Xiaoxu and Wang Lanqin hitting three-pointers, allowing Liaoning to take the initiative. Zhao Yanhao responded with a counterattack to stop the bleeding, followed by a three-pointer, and the two teams were locked in a seesaw battle with the scores alternating in the lead. Patton responded with a two-handed dunk, and Zhao Jia ren hit a buzzer-beating three-pointer, leaving Guangsha trailing Liaoning 21-22 at the end of the first quarter. In the second quarter, Fergie scored on a counterattack, Wang Lanqin hit a three-pointer, Zhao Yanhao also hit a three-pointer, Knight hit a three-pointer, and Guangsha gradually took control of the game, with Han Dejun stopping the bleeding with a dunk under the basket. Both teams' offensive states were somewhat low, with consecutive misses, Li Xiaoxu scored under the basket, Brown…

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…

The Clippers achieved a thrilling victory over the Pelicans with a score of 116-113, successfully securing their third consecutive win! This game was filled with drama from the start, as the Clippers once trailed by 14 points and seemed on the verge of being outpaced by the Pelicans. However, the Clippers staged an impressive comeback in the second half, culminating in an exciting victory. Notably, Harden's key performance in the third quarter, along with the strong showings by Powell and Zubac, ultimately helped the Clippers complete a risky comeback and secure the win. Let's talk about the game process. The Clippers seemed a bit off at the beginning, allowing the Pelicans to open up a lead. At the craziest moment, the Clippers were down by 14 points. Under such circumstances, who would have thought the Clippers could still turn things around? Harden is a tough player indeed! In the third quarter, he was on fire, nailing three-pointers one after another, scoring an explosive 13 points in a single quarter, leading the Clippers to gradually catch up with the Pelicans. Can Harden play any stronger? At the critical moment, he stepped up, and everyone knows that with Harden, the Clippers are just different! This game was a testament to Harden's value! A netizen commented that if Harden can maintain this form, the Clippers really have a chance to challenge for the top four in the West! As the game entered the final quarter, Powell and Zubac of the Clippers played pivotal roles. Powell continuously scored with aggressive offense, while Zubac displayed…

The Lakers played against the Hawks at home. The game started with AD scoring two points for the Lakers to take the lead, and then both teams were locked in a tug-of-war, with the scores alternating. At the end of the first quarter, the Lakers led by 3 points; in the second quarter, Trae Young was called for a technical foul, and the Lakers took advantage of this to suddenly increase their efforts, with rookie Knickert scoring 11 points in a single quarter, James continuously attacking the paint to cause damage, and the Hawks relied on Capela's two-point shot to stop the bleeding, trailing the Lakers 57-65 at halftime; after changing sides, the Lakers continued to play steadily, with Rivers continuing his excellent form from the previous game, scoring 11 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists in a single quarter through inside and outside shooting, keeping the point difference in double digits; in the final quarter, the Lakers firmly controlled the initiative on the court, with James continuously scoring to seal the game, and the Lakers eventually won a decisive victory over the Hawks 119-102 without much effort. In this game, the Lakers' new recruit Finney-Smith gradually integrated into the game, playing 23 minutes, shooting 2 out of 3 for 8 points and 5 rebounds, with a plus-minus value of +12. After the game, AD talked about his teammate Finney-Smith's performance: "It's obvious that he did very well in shooting tonight, and his defensive performance has always been online. Smith has been learning our system, our defense, our tactics, etc.…

Leonard returned to play against the Hawks at home, and the Clippers' morale is high. Because the Hawks are not a weak team, but an Eastern powerhouse. They have already double-killed the league's first Cavaliers this season, and even the Celtics were defeated by the Hawks. But the Clippers relied on Harden's organization and Leonard's ability to attack on the front line, and they literally broke the Hawks apart. You can really say that Leonard's return is like parachuting in a superstar on the basis of the playoffs, and Leonard and the Clippers are separated. Now the Clippers already have the ability to compete for the championship, and Cardi's body is indeed fine, at least there is no problem now. Today, Leonard has traveled with the team to the away game, and the Clippers will face strong teams like the Timberwolves and Nuggets next. Clippers reporter Tomer Azarly reported on social media today that Leonard was not included in the latest Clippers injury report. Except for Kai Jones, the entire Clippers squad can play in the next game against the Timberwolves. Leonard still has time restrictions, and should gradually return to a normal state as his condition improves later. And this time Leonard came back with a feeling of indifference to everything. He no longer cares about injuries, nor does he have a specific schedule, just taking it step by step. Because you can't predict the future, it's obvious that when reporters asked Leonard today what kind of maintenance and recovery he would do for his knees in the future?…

On January 6th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season will continue, with the Clippers traveling to play against the Timberwolves as visitors. The Timberwolves have recently fallen into difficulties again, suffering a three-game losing streak. In their last game, they were surprisingly defeated by the Pistons, with team core Edwards scoring an empty 53 points. Besides Randle's 17 points, no other players scored in double digits. After the game, Edwards even refused to be interviewed, clearly dissatisfied with the team's performance. Currently, the Timberwolves' record stands at 17 wins and 17 losses, ranking 10th in the West, and they still need to find their form. This season, the Timberwolves' defensive performance has been good, allowing an average of only 108 points per game. However, the team's offense lags behind, averaging just 109.2 points. Moreover, the frontline anchored by Gobert is not stable, averaging only 42.8 rebounds per game, which ranks at the bottom of the league. The Timberwolves' offensive threat is still the three-pointer, averaging 15.1 made threes per game. Once they can shoot well, the chances of winning will increase. Edwards remains the team's offensive core, contributing an average of 25.3 points and 5.6 rebounds per game. The Clippers welcomed a resurgence in their last game, with Leonard making his debut in the new season. The team played an excellent game, setting a new high for the season with 36 assists, with eight players scoring in double digits, easily defeating the Hawks 131-105 to end their two-game losing streak. Leonard returned to play less than 20 minutes, hitting 3…