As one of the current NBA's most capable leaders, Butler failed to lead his team further in the playoffs last season due to injury and was publicly ridiculed by team president Riley. He was even denied a long-term maximum salary contract during the offseason. Facing the team's various difficulties, Butler also knew that his career in Miami had come to an end. Therefore, his agent team has repeatedly stated that they will not stay with the Heat since the start of the season, even if the team offers a new top salary contract. At the same time, Butler seems to have instructed his agent to spread rumors everywhere and has already found an ideal next home in advance. According to NBA reporter Shams, Butler's team hopes that the Heat can complete the trade before the trade deadline this season. And according to previous sources, Butler's ideal next homes such as the Suns, Rockets, Warriors, and Mavericks are all Western Conference teams. Although there was initially interest in the Nets, the management's treatment of Simmons impressed him, but with the Nets officially rebuilding, the championship-aspiring Butler would obviously not consider spending his final peak years with the Nets to accompany the growth of newcomers. Although Butler has not yet formally forced the team to trade in public, his refusal to renew the contract and his desire to leave before the trade deadline can be considered as giving the Heat enough face. Despite Riley's repeated humiliations, Butler still hopes that both sides can part amicably. However, after Butler chose not to play…

In order to obtain the peak of Howard, the football baby plump has paid a huge price, which is really tragic. As a famous physical quality monster in the NBA, Howard's basketball talent is quite powerful, and he even won the title of the first center in the NBA despite his rough basketball skills. However, after aging and declining in strength, he only had an average of 6 points and 5 rebounds in his last season in the NBA. The poor performance made Howard unable to play in the NBA. In order to support his family, other leagues extended an olive branch to him. Eventually, Howard chose to sign with the Cloud Leopard team in Taiwan for an annual salary of $1.5 million due to his longing for the famous Taiwanese girls. Although Howard was just a marginal player in the NBA, it did not affect his ability to dominate in the Taiwan league. His explosive dunks on the court and his strong physique like a black man have long attracted the favor of the cheerleaders. Soon, Howard became involved in a scandal. Besides being flamboyant in nightclubs, Howard also "ate grass by the rabbit's hole," taking the initiative to pursue the team's cheerleading captain, Lin Wanxuan. Unfortunately, the general manager of the Cloud Leopard team discovered this situation and, considering the team's image, nipped Howard's idea in the bud. But this did not deter the flirtatious Howard. Since he could not pursue the captain, he turned his attention to a Ukrainian beauty cheerleader, who was known as the "European…

On January 3rd, Beijing time, Taylor Herro officially angered Jimmy Butler! After seeing his post-game remarks, he immediately applied for a trade, indicating that he is no longer willing to be teammates and has completely broken ties. After the Heat lost to the Pacers, the internal conflict within the team finally erupted. As the core player of the team, Butler has been playing poorly in consecutive games, showing a lack of professionalism. Despite earning a $50 million annual salary from the Heat, he is not actively participating in the game, which reflects a problematic attitude. Following the game, when Taylor Herro made his stance clear, Butler also completely broke ties with his teammates, making it clear that they can no longer be considered as brothers. After the loss, Herro decided to clarify the contradiction, emphasizing that he is currently the core of the team and a key player being groomed, with a salary close to the maximum. During an interview, a journalist asked Herro how to get Butler more involved in the game. Herro bluntly responded, "I don't know, I'm not the coach." Butler also mentioned that he doesn't feel happy at the Heat anymore, to which Herro retorted, "I think there's no problem with the atmosphere in our locker room. We're all happy." The implication is clear: everyone else is happy except for you, so who exactly is the problem? Herro's remarks have exposed the tension, and upon hearing Herro's interview, Butler dropped the act and formally announced his intention to force a big trade, stating that he is…

In life, success is fleeting, while failure is the main theme. However, how one faces failure distinguishes different people; some are defeated by it, while others rise and continue forward. The NBA league is no exception. Take LeBron James, the oldest active player in the NBA, for example: he has reached the NBA Finals ten times but missed out on the championship six times. Yet, his unparalleled career is evidenced by four championship rings and a series of personal honors and milestones, making him akin to the greatest of all time (GOAT)! There is another star in the league who fears neither time nor storms, always remaining young, writing his own legend with speed and passion, which is quite inspiring and worth learning from! I am referring to Russell Westbrook! Westbrook is lucky; at a young age, he reached the NBA Finals alongside Durant and Harden, leaving with his head held high even after losing to the Heat's Big Three led by LeBron, Wade, and Bosh. However, Westbrook is also unlucky, as that turned out to be his closest brush with an NBA championship! Fortunately, Westbrook never gives up or believes in defeat, earning titles such as scoring champion, assist leader, steal leader, and becoming the NBA's historical triple-double king! As fans say, even if Westbrook never wins a championship or retires right where he is, he will undoubtedly enter the Hall of Fame! However, since leaving the Thunder, Westbrook began a turbulent and declining career, partnering with Harden in Houston, Beal in Washington, and teaming up with James and…

On January 3rd, Beijing time, the Miami Heat suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of the Indiana Pacers, ending their two-game winning streak. In this game, Butler once again changed his hair color to green, but he still seemed disengaged on the court, playing for only 26 minutes with just six shots taken. His shooting percentage and three-point percentage were both above fifty percent (9 points, 4 assists, 2 rebounds), giving the impression that Butler was simply waiting for a trade in a state of disarray. This was a back-to-back game for the Heat, and surprisingly, Butler continued to play after only returning two days prior. It's worth noting that after being injured on December 21st, he rested for five games (12 days). However, his competitive form was as poor as it was in the first game of the back-to-back against the Pelicans, where he had only two attempts in the first quarter and still only two attempts in the first half, scoring 2 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 assists for a "222" stat line. In the third quarter, Butler finally made his third attempt, and by the end of the third quarter, the fourth quarter turned into garbage time, allowing Butler to clock out early. The American media BC mocked the current Butler, comparing him to Harden when he was waiting to be traded from the Rockets, suggesting that he was in a state of complete disarray. In the entire game, Butler played for 26 minutes and 31 seconds, making 3 out of 6 shots and 1 out…

On January 3rd, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued, with the Thunder defeating the Clippers 116-98, achieving a triple kill against their opponents this season. Harden was absent due to right groin soreness, while Alexander played three quarters and scored 29 points with 8 assists. The Clippers led by as many as 16 points in the first half, but the Thunder turned the game around in the third quarter with a 42-20 run, widening the gap and ultimately securing the victory. This win marks the Thunder's 13th consecutive victory, setting a new team record for the Oklahoma City era. Powell had a cold hand, shooting only 1 out of 11 throughout the game. Statistical Highlights Clippers: Coffey scored 26 points with 6 three-pointers, Zubac had 11 points and 9 rebounds, Porter contributed 11 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists, Powell had 6 points, 2 assists, and 6 turnovers (1 out of 11 shooting), Bamba scored 12 points with 8 rebounds, Little Jones had 6 points and 6 rebounds, Dunn scored 8 points with 5 rebounds, and Miller added 10 points, 4 rebounds, and 5 assists. Thunder: Alexander scored 29 points with 8 assists, Jalen Williams had 18 points, 3 rebounds, and 4 assists, Harten contributed 11 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists, Wiggins scored 9 points with 4 rebounds, Dort had 9 points, Wallace scored 9 points, Mitchell added 11 points, and Joe contributed 9 points. Star of the Game Alexander, who has just won the monthly MVP award for the second consecutive time, continued his stable performance, leading…

The Houston Rockets defeated the Dallas Mavericks 110-99, achieving a double victory over their opponents this season. The Rockets currently have a record of 22 wins and 11 losses. Last season, the Rockets had a record of 26 wins and 26 losses in the first half, but managed to improve to 21 wins and 11 losses in the second half. This transformation at the start of the current season is a result of finding their form in the latter part of last season. Despite finishing with a record of 41 wins and 41 losses last season, which would have secured them a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference, they were edged out by the Golden State Warriors for a playoff berth in the Western Conference. In March of last season, the Rockets went on an impressive 11-game winning streak. Their current advantage lies in their deep rotation, with Ethan continuing to struggle with injuries and Amen being suspended. However, Whitmore has stepped up to fill the void left by the two, showcasing his explosive scoring ability. Additionally, White Magic's size and wing-like physique have been crucial in defense. White Magic has truly fulfilled Udoka's request to enhance the team's defensive capabilities. He was predicted to be a top-five pick in the 23rd draft due to his immediate impact as a forward, particularly in defense and three-point shooting. However, White Magic's past behavior was often described as too individualistic, and he did not always give his best effort defensively. After being benched by Udoka, he finally realized the importance of his…

NBA Regular Season: Celtics Double Kill Timberwolves, Tatum 33+8+9, Edwards 16 of 5 Misses Equalizer On January 3rd, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued. In today's focus match, the Celtics challenged the Timberwolves away. The Timberwolves led the Celtics by 7 points in the first quarter with consecutive outside shots. In the second quarter, the Celtics limited the Timberwolves to only 16 points on the defensive end, completing the reversal and establishing a double-digit lead. The Timberwolves narrowed the gap with multiple scoring points in the third quarter, while Tatum scored 16 points in a single quarter to withstand the pressure. The Timberwolves briefly took the lead at the beginning of the fourth quarter, but Tatum quickly led the team to regain the advantage, ultimately defeating the Timberwolves 118-115 away, completing the double kill against the Timberwolves this season. The Celtics' record became 25 wins and 9 losses, while the Timberwolves' record became 17 wins and 16 losses. Both sides' data:‌ Celtics - Tatum 33 points, 8 rebounds, 9 assists, 3 steals; White 26 points; Holiday 11 points, 8 assists; Hauser 15 points; Horford 9 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists; Pritchard 9 points; Kornet 7 points, 3 rebounds; Timberwolves - Randle 27 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists; McDaniels 19 points, 8 rebounds; Reed 20 points; DiVincenzo 12 points; Gobert 6 points, 7 rebounds; Edwards 15 points (5 of 16), 4 rebounds, 6 assists. Star of the Game: Tatum Tatum played a total of 38 minutes today, shooting 13 of 27, including 6 of 16 from three-point range and 1…

The Rockets need to demonstrate the courage to trade Monta Ellis in order to empower Curry with more ball-handling opportunities for his growth, and they should also consider trading away Fan Dazhou to give younger players more playing time. The key question is who the Rockets should focus on developing among their seven young players, all of whom have noticeable flaws. Green, for instance, has shown inconsistency in his performance. Shen Jing, as a center, is relatively short and struggles with shooting and attacking the basket. Yi Sen has yet to meet the requirements of a core player. Smith's functionality is limited, making him more suitable for a 3D role. As for White Magic Xie Pud, he is even less likely to reach core potential. The only player with the potential to become a core, Aman, still lacks shooting skills. If the Rockets had a player like Harden in his first year with the team, they would have already cleared obstacles to focus on his development. Trading for Fox would be best done through a three-way deal. It is suggested that the Rockets, Kings, and Nets complete a major three-way trade. In this scenario, the Rockets would acquire Fox and Huerter, while the Kings would receive Ben Simmons, Sheppard, Whitmore, Cameron Thomas, the 2027 first-round pick (Suns), the 2028 first-round pick (Rockets), the 2029 first-round swap right (the best first-round pick among Rockets, Suns, and Mavericks), and the 2030 first-round swap right (Rockets). The Nets would obtain VanVleet and the 2027 first-round swap right (Nets). This trade would be beneficial…

On January 2nd, Beijing time, the NBA regular season will continue with the Lakers hosting the Trail Blazers at home. The Lakers have recently shown some momentum and made gains in the trade market, acquiring Finney-Smith and Milton. However, they lost their last home game to the league-leading Cavaliers, showing a gap in strength with a score of 110-122. Reeves scored 35 points, 9 rebounds, and 10 assists; Davis had 28 points and 13 rebounds; and James contributed 23 points and 7 assists, but they received too little support from their teammates. Currently, the Lakers have a record of 18 wins and 14 losses, ranking seventh in the Western Conference. In the injury report for this game, Davis is listed as questionable due to an ankle sprain, while James is able to play. This season, the Lakers' performance on both offense and defense has not been outstanding, with many statistics ranking in the lower half of the league. They are able to maintain a top-eight position in the West mainly due to the hard power of their star players. Despite being 40 years old, James can still contribute 23.4 points and 8.9 assists; Davis averages 26.1 points and 11.6 rebounds. The new recruits Smith and Milton also need to quickly integrate into the team to provide more assistance. The Trail Blazers have been in decent form recently, winning two out of their last three games, defeating the Jazz and Mavericks. However, they suffered a crushing defeat against the 76ers, losing 103-125. Their outside shooting was poor, making only 8 out…