On December 31st, Beijing time, on the last day of 2024, the NBA regular season saw the Clippers challenge the Pelicans away from home. Prior to this game, the Clippers had already won two consecutive victories, ranking sixth in the West with a record of 18 wins and 13 losses; while the Pelicans were at the bottom of the West with a record of 5 wins and 27 losses. Judging from the rankings, this game should have been an easy victory, but unexpectedly, both sides fought fiercely. Returning to the game. In the first quarter, Jones and Murphy of the Pelicans opened fire first, helping the team take a 13-7 lead. On the other hand, Harden of the Clippers made a step-back three-pointer, completing a 3+1, and then made a 2+1 with a breakthrough layup, scoring 10 points in the first quarter through inside and outside shots. At the end of the first quarter, after Jordan-Hawkins hit a buzzer-beating three-pointer, the Pelicans ended the first quarter with a score of 37-31. In the second quarter, Powell's excellent performance helped the Clippers overtake the score. However, the Pelicans were not willing to give up, as McCollum, Jones, and Murphy exploded again, leading to a 14-0 run that once expanded the gap to 14 points. In the latter half of the quarter, Powell and Dunn of the Clippers continued to attack inside and out, helping the Clippers close the halftime score to 56-62. After the halftime break, McCollum started with two three-pointers to help the team expand the lead. After switching sides,…

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 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…

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?…

The Clippers finally welcomed the return of Leonard at home, ultimately defeating their opponents 131-105 with ease. Harden has returned to being an assistant rather than carrying the team. He delivered 15 assists throughout the game, including 13 in the first half, setting a new league record for the season. It must be said that Harden's focus on passing is truly remarkable. Initially, it was thought that Harden would score less than 10 points, but he still managed to score in double digits. With Leonard's return, Harden also seems more relaxed, allowing him to enjoy the game. Of course, Powell is the most comfortable player for the Clippers. In the previous game without Harden's help to attract defensive attention, Powell had an abysmal shooting rate of 1 out of 11 against the Thunder. This experience made Powell feel depressed as he felt the pressure Harden faces. In this game, with Leonard's return and Harden drawing defenders, these two leaders completely absorbed the Hawks' defense, allowing Powell to once again become a high-scoring player. Moreover, Harden has a clear advantage over Trae Young, as today marks the ninth time Harden has faced off against Trae Young in his career, maintaining an undefeated record of 9 wins and 0 losses. Trae Young, a rookie from 2018, has not played against Harden often due to the divisional differences and some injuries. However, analyzing their past encounters, it is evident that Harden has indeed declined somewhat. Particularly, his physical condition no longer allows him to consistently perform at a high level. In their past…

In recent games, Paul George's performance has been nothing short of disappointing, especially in crucial moments. Despite being a key player for the Clippers, he has become a burden to the team during decisive moments. For example, in the recent game against the Kings, the Clippers were once leading, but George made consecutive mistakes in the last three minutes and missed multiple shots, ultimately resulting in the team's reversal and loss. It's frustrating when he can't hold up under pressure in critical moments and instead gives opponents an opportunity. In contrast, another player, Bobby Kobe, has shone brightly. Who would have thought that Bobby Kobe, who was not highly regarded, could almost bring the Clippers out of a dead end with one precise three-pointer after another? Especially in the game against Philadelphia, he calmly took over the game in the crucial moments, demonstrating a level of efficiency that is currently lacking in George. A netizen commented after the game: Honestly, George's current performance is really disheartening, especially those mistakes in crucial moments; it's hard to believe he's an All-Star player. And what about Bobby Kobe? He's a treasure; his role in the team is growing, and he's truly a cost-effective player. This statement is spot on; George's state is becoming increasingly unstable, while Bobby Kobe, despite a significant salary difference, seems to understand how to stand out and lead the team in critical moments. George's inefficient offense has become a major concern for the Clippers this season. His choices in one-on-one situations are often frustrating to watch. Sometimes you see…

NBA Today's Milestones: Durant Surpasses Jordan with 25+7+7! Harden Sets Team Record with 10+15 Beijing Time, January 5, 2024. Here are the important statistics and milestones from today's NBA games:‌ Durant 25 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists The Suns lost to the Pacers 108-126. Durant went 9 for 14 from the field, including 1 for 3 from three-point range and 6 for 6 from the free-throw line, finishing with 25 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists, and 1 block. Durant has now scored 20+ points in 927 career games, surpassing Jordan (926 games) to rank fifth in history (preceded by James with 1257 games, Karl Malone with 1134 games, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar with 1122 games, and Kobe Bryant with 941 games). Jokic 46 points, 9 rebounds, 10 assists, 2 steals, 2 blocks The Nuggets defeated the Spurs 122-111 in overtime. Jokic went 19 for 35 from the field, including 3 for 8 from three-point range and 5 for 6 from the free-throw line, finishing with 46 points, 9 rebounds, 10 assists, 2 steals, and 2 blocks. This is the second time in Jokic's career that he has scored at least this set of numbers; Jordan achieved it in 1989. Jokic has now scored at least 40 points and 10 assists in a game for the seventh time in his career, tying Chamberlain for first place on the historical center list. Westbrook 9 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 steals In this game, Westbrook went 4 for 11 from the field, including 1 for 4 from three-point range, scoring 9 points, 10 rebounds,…

On January 5th, Beijing time, the Clippers defeated the Hawks 131-105 at home, securing their 20th win of the season and currently ranking 7th in the West. In this game, the Clippers' star player Kawhi Leonard made his comeback after 253 days. Leonard started the game, playing 19 minutes, shooting 4 for 11 from the field, 3 for 5 from three-point range, scoring 12 points, grabbing 3 rebounds, dishing out 1 assist, and making 1 steal, with a plus-minus of +22. The Clippers seem to be a cursed team, with a strong lineup but never reaching the Finals stage. During the offseason, George left the Clippers to join the 76ers, which cost them a key player. However, Harden and Powell stepped up to carry the team. While Leonard was injured, Harden organized the Clippers' offense meticulously, and Powell took on the offensive burden, keeping the team's record competitive. Now that their star player Leonard has returned, it's as if the entire Clippers team has been injected with a shot of adrenaline. So what changes will Leonard's return bring to the Clippers? A basketball commentator even predicts that with Leonard back, Harden has a better chance of winning the championship this season than James, Durant, and Curry. With Leonard's return, the Clippers' offense is expected to reach new heights. Although Leonard's attendance rate isn't high, whenever he plays, he performs like an All-Star. In this Clippers team, Leonard is undoubtedly the offensive core and a focal point for other teams' defenses, which undoubtedly creates more opportunities for his teammates. After the…

Curry has scored 573 points this season, what about Harden, Durant, and James? The games of 2024 have all come to an end, and the regular season has passed one-third of its schedule. So, let's take a look at how many points each star player has scored so far this season. Curry This season, Curry has played 26 games, averaging 31.2 minutes per game, scoring 22 points, grabbing 4.7 rebounds, dishing out 6.4 assists, and making 1.2 steals, with a shooting percentage of 43.7% and a three-point percentage of 40.1%, accumulating a total of 573 points so far. Compared to last season, Curry's statistics have declined to some extent this year, with his shooting percentage being the lowest in the past five seasons. It is precisely because of Curry's inconsistent performance that the Warriors are currently on the fringes of the play-in tournament. Durant There is no doubt that Durant is still one of the best scorers in the league, even with Booker and Beal, two great offensive players by his side, he can still average 27.7 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 3.8 assists, with a shooting percentage of 51.2% and a three-point percentage of 41.1%. However, due to injury, Durant has only played 22 games so far, accumulating 610 points. Harden Due to Leonard's absence, Harden has proven to the outside world that he is still the unstoppable ball-dominant core. This season, Harden has played 32 games, averaging 21.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 7.8 assists per game, with a shooting percentage of 39.3% and a three-point percentage of 34.7%, accumulating…

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…