Today might be the happiest day for Ballmer since the opening of the Clippers' new arena, after a full 253 days, Leonard finally put on his jersey to make his season debut. Do you know how much he spent building the arena? 2billion.Butthisarenacanbeusedfordecades,generatingincomeeveryday.HowmuchdidhespendonLeonard?Nearly2 billion. But this arena can be used for decades, generating income every day. How much did he spend on Leonard? Nearly 2billion.Butthisarenacanbeusedfordecades,generatingincomeeveryday.HowmuchdidhespendonLeonard?Nearly300 million. But Leonard hasn't played many games for the Clippers. If he were to use Leonard to form a starting lineup, it would be enough to build another new arena... Criticizing Leonard for being injury-prone and joking about him not playing has become a trend. However, for the Clippers, Leonard remains the most important cornerstone. You can rely on Harden to present a system for this Clippers team, but if you want to take it further, you must have Leonard's support. Today, at home against the Hawks, Leonard returned! A grand celebration for the Clippers has begun. Seeing Leonard return, no one is happier than Harden. Harden specially posted a photo to welcome the big boss back: "Finally, I don't have to work hard alone anymore!" Stepping onto the court amidst thunderous applause, Leonard immediately showed an extremely high level of competitive state. Receiving Harden's pass, his first three-pointer was a successful dry pull-up shot. This fiery touch quickly conquered all the fans in the stadium. All hatred dissipated, and the familiar feeling returned. I guess Harden really felt a bit stifled during this period. As soon as Leonard came back, the offense completely shed…

The Brooklyn Nets trailed the Philadelphia 76ers by 17 points at halftime, with a score of 47-64. Let's take a look at the scoring situation for both teams at halftime. For the Nets, Zha Wei scored 11 points, Claxton had 8 points and 4 rebounds, Johnson contributed 7 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists, Russell added 5 points, 4 assists, and 2 steals, Sharp had 3 points, Ovom had 3 points, and T. Martin scored 8 points. On the 76ers side, Caleb Martin had 17 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists, Embiid scored 17 points, grabbed 9 rebounds, and dished out 3 assists, George contributed 14 points, 3 rebounds, 5 assists, and 2 steals, Maxey had 6 points and 5 assists, and Drummond added 6 points and 4 rebounds. In terms of overall strength, the 76ers are clearly the stronger team. They are aiming for a championship, despite their current poor record. The three superstars are still in the process of building chemistry, and it is expected that they will go on a winning streak to improve their standings. The Nets, on the other hand, have taken a different approach. They have traded away all their capable players. This is because the Nets had an excellent start to the season, which did not align with the team's long-term interests. Therefore, they successively traded away Schroder and others. Facing the 76ers in this game, the Nets surprisingly started with an 11-0 run, excelling on both offense and defense. However, this was not sustainable. Subsequently, the Nets experienced a scoring drought, only…

NBA regular season continues, the Clippers hosted the Hawks game has ended, one of the biggest highlights of this game is Leonard's return. Before this game, the Clippers had just finished a three-game road trip, while the Hawks were on a continuous away trip; the two teams' records were not much different, both in the playoff position of the division standings; the game was once a stalemate, but the Clippers expanded their lead in the second quarter and eventually won the game at home. 20+18+15! The Clippers won big by 26 points with three key players, Leonard returned, and the landscape changed. The first quarter began with Leonard's performance becoming the biggest highlight; he scored his first point of the season with a three-pointer; in the first quarter, the Clippers started with a run to expand their advantage to 15 points, but at the end of the quarter, the Hawks responded with a 14:0 run to reduce the gap to 1 point. In the second quarter, the Clippers exploded again during the lineup rotation phase, with Powell and Coffey hitting consecutive threes, and another offensive run of 13:2. Leonard also continued with the three-pointers, and the whole team's multi-flower attack scored 45 points in the second quarter, winning 19 points in a single quarter, completely changing the situation of the game. In the second half, although the Clippers' offensive feel declined somewhat, they still restricted the Hawks' offense with excellent defense and maintained their advantage. In the final quarter, they steadily maintained their advantage, and the game became suspenseless; finally,…

According to NBA insider Shams, the Clippers are attempting to pursue All-Star point guard D'Angelo Russell, who was recently traded to the Nets, in order to find a backcourt partner for Harden and Leonard. Russell will not be part of the Nets' future plans after leaving the Lakers, and the Clippers can take this opportunity to trade for this excellent point guard with Mann and Tucker. This would allow Russell to play a sixth man role for the Clippers, helping to alleviate the pressure on Harden. Despite Russell's defensive shortcomings, it is believed that he can fully leverage his offensive strengths alongside defenders like Leonard, Little Jones, and Dunn. After all, Russell broke the Lakers' team record for three-pointers made last season. The Clippers currently need a versatile point guard who can handle Harden's ball distribution, initiate his own offense, and organize the team. Tyronn Lue can place Russell in the transition phase or pair him with Harden in the decisive moments. If Russell joins the Clippers, will he be able to help Harden and Leonard return to the Western Conference Finals? Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments below!

The Golden State Warriors defeated the Memphis Grizzlies in a regular season game on January 5th, Beijing time. Despite the absence of Stephen Curry, the Warriors played a smooth offensive game, maintaining their lead throughout the first three quarters and extending it in the final quarter to secure a 121-113 victory. In this game, Andrew Wiggins and Dennis Schroder led the team. Wiggins took control of the situation in the third quarter, with his consecutive scoring helping the team to pull away. He finished the game with 24 points, shooting 9 for 17, which is above his average. Schroder has fully adapted to the team in the last two games, especially when holding the ball, he can connect with his teammates and maintain the rhythm. He scored 17 points himself, and his performance has been getting better, becoming a key player in the backcourt. The two shooters, Buddy Hield and Jaylen Hoard, also had strong performances. Their form had been inconsistent recently, but Hield shot 4 for 7 from beyond the arc, scoring 14 points. Hoard's three-point shooting was particularly good in the fourth quarter, going 4 for 5 from three-point range, helping the team maintain their lead and finishing with 16 points. With these two players performing well, the support from the perimeter is sufficient. Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody were able to maintain stable output. Kuminga had a very efficient game, scoring 13 points on 4 for 6 shooting, but unfortunately, he did not play in the second half due to an injury sustained in the first half.…

James scored 30 points in the Lakers' game against the Hawks, which may seem like an average performance, but he broke Jordan's historical record and stated that he could continue playing. This reminded me of his earlier statement about retiring at the start of the season. At that time, James seemed eager to prove himself, saying he would play all games including back-to-backs. Once such words are spoken, they can't be taken back, even if he is exhausted. Later, Redick criticized him, saying it was not beneficial for the team. James was really cornered then, having to play every game with insufficient energy but unable to admit his incapacity. In such a situation, his performance was bound to suffer. The Lakers management couldn't bear to see this and forced him to rest. James initially resisted, claiming he could play, but now it seems the decision was right; he needed proper rest. Although Redick's words were harsh, they hit the nail on the head. James needs to manage his energy and cannot keep pushing himself without considering the consequences. Since Christmas, James' statistics have been impressive, averaging 30.5 points with a 56% three-point shooting rate, which is rare for his age. Davis wasn't surprised by James breaking records but was amazed by his recent vitality, indicating that rest has indeed helped him. Redick also mentioned James' recent efforts in defense, showing his improved energy levels, a stark contrast from his previous fatigue. In the game against the Hawks, the Lakers' first-half defense was poor, allowing 20 fast-break points, but they improved…

Warriors Defeat Grizzlies 121-113! Curry's Latest News, The Real Challenge Isn't Winning, It's Kerr's Post-game Comments On January 5th, Beijing time, the Warriors played against the Grizzlies at home. The game ended with the Warriors successfully defeating the Grizzlies 121-113. In this game, the Warriors were without Curry, so they faced significant challenges in trying to win against the Grizzlies. However, the Warriors quickly took the lead and maintained it throughout the game. When the Grizzlies attempted to catch up, the Warriors consistently responded, especially in the third quarter when Wiggins' performance was crucial for the Warriors to maintain their lead. In the fourth quarter, as the Grizzlies were about to overtake, Green and Schroder hit key three-pointers, followed by a three-pointer from Waters, which ultimately secured the victory for the Warriors. Curry missed the game due to a knee injury, and there is new information regarding his condition. After the game, Kerr mentioned that Curry may not necessarily sit out back-to-back games for the rest of the season, but during this period, he will rest due to his knee tendinitis. The training team believes that, for now, it is most reasonable not to let him play in back-to-back games. However, this situation may change as things progress. It is clear that the reason Curry did not play today, aside from his injury, is because the Warriors have upcoming back-to-back games. Therefore, Curry did not participate, and the Warriors' approach is correct since Curry is vital to the team. The Warriors need to ensure Curry's health, and since they can…

NBA regular season, the Clippers defeated the Hawks 131-105. This was a rare easy game for the Clippers, as they were well-equipped on both offense and defense, completely suppressing their opponents to secure an easy victory. After the game, the Clippers faced two joys and one concern. Among them, Leonard's return had a huge impact on the team. Previously, the team was heavily focused on Harden, which made it difficult for the offense to get going. Now that Leonard has returned, there is an additional point of contention on the offensive end, allowing Zubac and Powell to get more open positions. As long as they are not heavily defended, they can freely play on the court. Moreover, Leonard is still a defensive powerhouse; even though his defensive statistics were not high in this game, he is capable of locking down an opponent single-handedly. Under this trend, both the offense and defense of the Clippers were mobilized, which is why the Clippers played so vigorously in this game. The depth of the Clippers' bench is also quite terrifying. The bench scored 68 points, setting a new season-high. Among them, Coffey, who has been performing well recently, scored 17 points in this game. Little Jones continued to play a dual-role on both offense and defense, with good shooting accuracy, scoring 12 points. Little Porter remained calm, with high efficiency, able to handle the ball and control the rhythm, scoring 15 points throughout the game. Additionally, Mann, after his return, also played a dual-role on both offense and defense, scoring 12 points throughout…

Butler's Split with Herro: How Did the Heat's Internal Strife Erupt? A team that always prides itself on being "iron-blooded" now finds its locker room almost "stewing in its own pot." The Miami Heat recently exploded after a loss to the Pacers—Jimmy Butler, the star player, immediately announced his application for a trade after the game, and the reason? It was because he had a falling out with Tyler Herro, the new generation's scoring ace. This farce broke the Heat's locker room culture, which is known for its "strict discipline." The question is, is this conflict really just because of one game or a few words? In fact, this "high-pressure pot that has been under pressure for a long time" has started to smoke. The starting point of the incident occurred after the game against the Pacers. The Heat ended the game with an unexpected loss, but the post-game turmoil was even more intense than the loss. In an interview, Tyler Herro showed great confidence, even with a bit of smugness, saying something that made people uncomfortable: "I know who should have the ball in the clutch moments - it's 'me.'" Don't underestimate such a sentence, it can be described as "pouring oil on the fire." This not only subtly pointed out the problem: Who is the real "boss" of the team? It also directly put the contradiction on the table. And upon hearing these words, Butler responded even more fiercely. He did not refute in public, but then directly expressed his dissatisfaction to the management and applied for a…

NBA regular season action continued with the Clippers hosting the Hawks. Both teams were looking to bounce back from two consecutive losses. In this game, James Harden returned from injury, and the Clippers' star Kawhi Leonard made his season debut. Six Atlanta players, including Jalen Johnson, Larry Nance Jr., and Bogdan Bogdanovic, were sidelined due to injuries. The two strong teams engaged in a fierce battle. The matchup between top-tier guards James Harden and Trae Young, as well as how Leonard would perform in his comeback game, were the main attractions of the match. For this game, Tyronn Lue adjusted the lineup, starting with Harden, Leonard, Powell, Zubac, and Dunn, while Derrick Jones Jr. came off the bench. Throughout the game, the Clippers dominated, with Harden finishing with 10 points, 15 assists, and 2 steals in just three quarters. Leonard, in his return after 253 days, scored 12 points with 3 rebounds, 1 assist, and 1 steal in 19 minutes. Zubac had an explosive performance with 18 points, 18 rebounds, 4 assists, and 1 block. The Clippers' four key shooters—Norman Powell, Derrick Jones Jr., Terance Mann, and Porter—also stepped up, contributing significantly to the victory. The Clippers won the game 131-105, handing the Hawks their third consecutive loss. Notably, this was Harden's ninth win in as many career matchups against Trae Young. The Clippers' bench also played a significant role, with eight players scoring a total of 69 points, a season-high for the team.