In the NBA regular season on January 17, 2025, the Clippers faced a back-to-back challenge and defeated the Trail Blazers with an overwhelming advantage on the road, successfully securing their third consecutive victory. In the absence of team leader Leonard, Harden took on the responsibility of leading the team to victory. During the game, Harden played for 29 minutes and completed his scoring task within three quarters. He made 7 out of 16 shots, including 1 out of 8 three-pointers, and maintained a perfect 100% free throw rate with 4 out of 4 attempts. Ultimately, he contributed 19 points, 2 rebounds, 6 assists, and 1 steal, despite having 3 turnovers, his plus-minus was as high as +13, showing a very eye-catching performance. In the first quarter, Harden was in hot form, except for missing 4 three-point attempts, he stood out in mid-range shooting and attacking the basket, scoring 12 points and dishing out 2 assists in a single quarter. However, in the second quarter, his shooting touch dropped, with a poor performance of 0 out of 3 shots, failing to contribute any points for the team. However, by the third quarter, Harden's state quickly recovered. After sinking his first three-pointer from beyond the arc, he continued to aggressively attack the basket multiple times, one of which was completed with a one-handed dunk during a fast break, marking his third dunk of the season. Due to the Clippers already establishing a significant lead, Harden did not re-enter the game in the final quarter, and his personal score was set at 19…

The NBA's 2025 All-Star Game is approaching, and fan voting has entered its final stages, ending on January 20th local time. Therefore, the current vote counts for players are still subject to change, especially considering the upcoming phase where one vote equals three votes! In the third round of voting results, who are the top vote-getters in the East and West? The answer is Antetokounmpo and Jokic, consistent with the previous round's voting results. Antetokounmpo - 3,489,956 votes With 3.48 million votes, the current top vote-getter is still Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Bucks. His personal statistics and performance this season have been outstanding, especially at the beginning of the season when the Bucks were once so low that they ranked last in the Eastern Conference, which led to many trade rumors about Antetokounmpo. However, Antetokounmpo eventually teamed up with Lillard to lead the Bucks out of the mire and onto the road to success, winning the NBA championship. This remarkable comeback left a deep impression on the outside world, and his strength is undoubtedly among the best in the league, hence the high number of votes. In the Eastern Conference frontcourt, Tatum ranks second with 2,842,956 All-Star votes, ranking third among all stars! Following him is Towns with over 2.45 million votes, who has performed well with the Knicks. Ball - 1,908,967 votes Currently, the highest vote-getter in the Eastern Conference backcourt is LaMelo Ball, with 1.9 million votes! Looking at his personal performance this season, he is undoubtedly the most outstanding player in the Eastern Conference in terms of…

NBA Season So Far, Only 1 Player on the Top 10 Assists List, Surprisingly Unexpected Tyrese Haliburton: Playing for the Pacers, he has played 68 games with a total of 739 assists, averaging 10.9 assists per game. Trae Young: Playing for the Hawks, he has played 53 games with a total of 571 assists, averaging 10.8 assists per game. Luka Doncic: Playing for the Mavericks, he has played 70 games with a total of 686 assists, averaging 9.8 assists per game. Nikola Jokic: Playing for the Nuggets, he has played 78 games with a total of 703 assists, averaging 9.0 assists per game. James Harden: Playing for the Clippers, he has played 72 games with a total of 614 assists, averaging 8.5 assists per game. LeBron James: Playing for the Lakers, he has played 70 games with a total of 572 assists, averaging 8.2 assists per game. Domantas Sabonis: Playing for the Kings, he has played 81 games with a total of 664 assists, averaging 8.2 assists per game. Ja Morant: Playing for the Grizzlies, he has played 9 games with a total of 73 assists, averaging 8.1 assists per game. Fred VanVleet: Playing for the Rockets, he has played 73 games with a total of 589 assists, averaging 8.1 assists per game. LaMelo Ball: Playing for the Hornets, he has played 22 games with a total of 176 assists, averaging 8.0 assists per game. It's really surprising that Van Jordan made it onto the list. Looking back at the few games before his injury, he was too focused on…

The Clippers defeated the Trail Blazers 118-89, with Harden once again finishing his game in three quarters. Even without Leonard, Harden led the team strongly. With Harden's assistance, Zubac and Powell have indeed delivered outstanding performances. Powell is aiming for an All-Star appearance this season, while Zubac has already broken the Clippers' record in the past two games. In these two games, Zubac had a remarkable +76 plus-minus value, setting a new record for the highest plus-minus in consecutive games in Clippers history. In other words, players like Griffin and Jordan have been overshadowed by Zubac, who has become the most formidable frontcourt player for the Clippers under Harden's guidance. This season, Zubac's statistics have skyrocketed, averaging 15 points, 12.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.3 blocks, with a shooting percentage of 62%. These numbers are very close to Capela's during his time with the Rockets. Before Harden joined the Clippers, Zubac's highest scoring average was 10.2 points. Last season, despite playing intermittently, Zubac still managed to break his scoring record with 11.7 points. This season, Harden and Zubac have developed more partner tactics, and although Zubac's scoring has slightly decreased recently, it is because Leonard's return has reduced Zubac's shot attempts. However, Harden can still ensure that Zubac averages over 14 points. Today, Zubac scored 10 points and grabbed 8 rebounds, and in the previous game against the Nets, he had 11 points and 9 rebounds. The reason for this is that the game was decided early, making it embarrassing for Zubac to continue scoring. But against the Heat, Harden…

The Clippers have taken another significant step in their roster adjustments for this season, officially confirming that they will further strengthen their existing lineup. This time, their focus is on the Trail Blazers' forward, Jerami Grant. Grant's outstanding physical attributes and exceptional athletic ability have made him an ideal candidate for the 4th position in the Clippers' eyes. With a long-range shooting accuracy of up to 40%, he can create ample space for the team on the offensive end. Additionally, his height of 2.08 meters and remarkable speed give him undeniable advantages on both offense and defense. To successfully bring in this tough player, the Clippers have made full preparations. They plan to use Mann, Pigittak, and Highland as the main bargaining chips for the trade. If necessary, they are even willing to add two second-round draft picks to demonstrate their sincerity and determination. Grant's performance this season has undoubtedly proven his worth; he averages 22 points per game with an overall shooting percentage of 50%, making him a high-quality scorer. His diverse offensive skills have earned him the title of an NBA brawl master, especially during transitions from offense to defense, where he consistently displays strong offensive capabilities, bringing unexpected surprises to the team. The Clippers have high hopes for Grant's addition, believing that it will further enrich their offensive system and enhance the team's overall strength. The partnership between Grant and Harden is particularly anticipated, as the collaboration between the two stars is expected to produce a significant chemical reaction. Harden is renowned for his excellent passing skills…

NBA regular season continues, and the Clippers faced a back-to-back matchup today. Leonard was absent, and they were playing away from home, but the Clippers maintained their fiery form. They took a 10-point lead in the first quarter and continued to win points in each subsequent quarter. Ultimately, under Harden's leadership, the Clippers defeated the Trail Blazers 118-89, securing not only a winning streak but also creating a unique NBA record for the 21st century, making Harden's $70 million contract seem like a bargain. The home team, the Trail Blazers, were in poor form. Simmons missed all nine of his shots and scored no points throughout the game. Kamara also went 0-for-5, scoring zero points. Henderson started and contributed 16 points, 2 rebounds, and 6 assists. Sharp played steadily, delivering 12 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists. Center Ayton performed moderately, scoring 14 points and grabbing 7 rebounds. Bench player Banton exploded, efficiently scoring 23 points and 3 rebounds, but unfortunately, the starters dug too deep a hole, and the team was quickly overwhelmed. On the Clippers' side, Leonard rested during the back-to-back games, and Powell stepped up, shooting 7-for-12 and scoring 23 points with 5 rebounds and 3 assists. Dunn made contributions on the defensive end, scoring 7 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists. Little Jones was very efficient, scoring 13 points and grabbing 4 rebounds. Center Zubac performed well, easily scoring 10 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 blocks. Reserve player Coffey delivered 10 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 assists, while Mann also scored 14 points and grabbed 5…

Recently, the superstar of the Clippers, Leonard, has fallen into deep anger and confusion because he failed to receive a special welfare from the team owner Ballmer - a $25,000 disaster relief award. This benefit was established by Ballmer to commend and reward team members and staff who participated in recent disaster relief work, aiming to affirm their sense of social responsibility and selfless dedication shown in the face of disasters. However, as the core player of the team, Leonard found himself not on the list of this award, which made him feel both surprised and angry. Leonard's dissatisfaction quickly escalated, and his uncle also stood up for him, accusing Ballmer of failing to be fair and just in dealing with this matter, which would undoubtedly have a negative impact on the internal atmosphere of the team. Leonard himself directly questioned Ballmer, wondering why other players like Harden who participated in disaster relief could receive this award, while he, as an indispensable member of the Clippers, received nothing. In his view, as a member of the team, he should enjoy equal treatment with other players in terms of identity and contribution. In response to Leonard's questioning, Ballmer gave his explanation. He emphasized that this award is specifically set up to commend those who actually participate in disaster relief work, and Leonard did not participate in the disaster relief activities due to personal reasons, so he could not enjoy this benefit. However, such an explanation failed to calm Leonard's dissatisfaction. In his view, even if he did not directly participate in…

In the previous game, the Clippers defeated the Nets by a whopping 59 points, with Harden delivering an impressive performance of 21 points, 6 rebounds, 11 assists, and 2 steals. Currently, under Harden's leadership, the Clippers have a record of 22 wins and 17 losses, ranking fifth in the Western Conference. Notably, facing the Trail Blazers in a back-to-back game today, the Clippers have rested Leonard due to right knee injury management. Harden, on the other hand, is playing as usual. For the Clippers, retaining Harden was undoubtedly the best move of last offseason. Analyzing the situations of Philadelphia and the Clippers clearly shows that without Harden, Philadelphia, despite forming a trio of stars, has become a struggling team in the Eastern Conference. Paul George earns a salary of $50 million per year, which was once the amount Harden sought from Philadelphia. However, Harden has proven himself worthy of that salary. At least this season, the 31-year-old Harden has had a significant impact on the Clippers, far surpassing George. As Tyronn Lue stated post-game, Harden is the reason why the Clippers are in fifth place. This season, Harden has played in 37 games, resting only twice, averaging 21.5 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists, and 1.46 steals. Offensively, Harden is the core initiator of the Clippers' tactics. The Clippers' strategy centered around Harden has proven effective, as he brings his own system. Last season, George was not entirely satisfied with being marginalized as a role player in a system centered around Harden. Later, Tyronn Lue tried to let George initiate plays,…

Two Big Wins with a Total of 88 Points! Harden Scores 19 and Ends the Four-Game Losing Streak on the Road: Smiling Broadly on the Bench, Enjoying the Moment On January 17th, Beijing time, the Clippers won a 29-point victory over the Trail Blazers in an NBA regular season away game. Leonard rested and did not play, while Harden played for 28 minutes and 54 seconds, shooting 7 of 16 and 1 of 8 from three-point range to score 19 points, 6 assists, and 2 rebounds with a plus-minus of +13. He led the team to an easy victory after three quarters and sat on the bench with a full smile in the fourth quarter, looking very happy. Yesterday, the Clippers won a 59-point victory at home against the Nets. Harden scored 21 points, 11 assists, and 6 rebounds, finishing early. At the same time, Harden's total points surpassed Dominique Wilkins, moving him up to 15th in the all-time scoring list; today, Harden led the team to an easy victory, and the Clippers won two games by a total of 88 points, which is crazy. In today's back-to-back game against the Trail Blazers, Leonard rested and missed the game, while Harden continued to lead the team. In the first quarter, Harden almost played the entire quarter, leading the team to a double-digit lead of 32-22. In the first quarter, Harden shot 4 of 8 to score 12 points. Although his three-point shooting was inaccurate, he was very aggressive, pushing through opponents to score mid-range shots and repeatedly attacking the basket…

Today, there were quite a few NBA games with impressive performances from various star players such as Alexander, Turner, Booker, DeRozan, and Harden. However, when it comes to selecting today's best player, there is no doubt about who deserves the title. Let's take a closer look at the specific situations. In a game where the Clippers easily defeated the Trail Blazers, Harden had a great start in the first quarter, scoring 12 points with 4 out of 8 shots, including 0 out of 4 three-pointers, and 4 out of 4 free throws. Throughout the game, Harden played only 29 minutes, shooting 7 out of 16, 1 out of 8 three-pointers, and 4 out of 4 free throws, accumulating 19 points, 2 rebounds, and 6 assists. With today's 19 points, Harden's total career points reached 26,700, just 10 points shy of ranking 14th on the all-time scoring list (held by Oscar Robertson). Turner, the center for the Pacers, transformed into a high-caliber cannon, showcasing both offensive and defensive prowess. In the first half alone, he shot 6 out of 10, made 5 out of 7 three-pointers, and scored 2 out of 2 free throws, accumulating 19 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 steals, and 1 block with a +14 plus-minus rating. Over the entire game, Turner played 37 minutes, shooting 9 out of 16, making 8 out of 11 three-pointers, and scoring 2 out of 2 free throws, totaling 28 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 steals, and 2 blocks. The Suns managed to secure a victory against the Wizards, despite…