Recently, Clippers forward Derrick Jones has temporarily left the court due to an unfortunate injury. For this player who is always full of fighting spirit and never slackens in his preparation, the arrival of the injury is like a thorn in life, especially when the team is at a critical moment, he himself is even more frustrated, wanting to contribute to the team but being cruelly restricted. The pain of the injury is not only physical but also a kind of torment on the psychological level. Jones feels extremely frustrated, especially when the team needs him, he is unable to provide help. This sense of powerlessness almost makes him feel unbearable. He once joked: I am a warrior, should be for the teammates in every game to charge, as a result of the injury, I can only stand outside the field, anxious, really angry I want to hit the wall. For a player, the biggest pain is unable to personally stand on the court, see the teammates on the court struggle, and they can only be a spectator, this feeling simply makes people crazy. Jones mentioned that he was originally in a state of full preparation for the season, everything was developing in the best direction. But it was at this time that the injury found him, completely ruining his plan. I have been working hard to maintain my condition, but the injury is like a heavy blow, knocking me from the peak to the bottom. Jones said helplessly. In addition to the pain of the body, the psychological pressure…

The Clippers defeated the Blazers with a score of 118-89. The Clippers played very easily throughout the game, maintaining a dominant performance, which allowed them to secure an easy victory. After the game, the Clippers received four pieces of good news. Little Jones has become increasingly important for the Clippers. He has always been a versatile player on both offense and defense, and since joining the starting lineup, he has had a positive impact on the team. He plays with full effort in every game, recognizing his position on the court, not taking unnecessary shots, and also being able to attack the basket. Such a player can perfectly fit into the team. Mann's condition has gradually improved since his return from injury. Before the injury, Mann was struggling on both offense and defense. Today, Mann made two smooth moves and a drifting fadeaway jump shot, fully demonstrating his offensive capabilities. He also made a brilliant pass and contributed defensively, showing the form that everyone saw last season. Moreover, his recent passing and three-point shooting have been strong, once again proving himself. Dunn finally broke out in this game. In previous games, he was consistently missing shots, but today Dunn went 3 for 4, including 1 for 1 from three-point range, scoring 7 points with 6 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 steals. There is nothing to worry about on the defensive end as he is at the top level in the league. If he can maintain this level of play on offense, fans will be overjoyed, as this is the role…

In the NBA, minimum-salary players are considered to be on the fringes of the league. Generally speaking, a team's minimum salary is akin to shopping on Taobao. If you find a good player, it's a great deal that can enhance the team's competitiveness. If you get an average player, you can cut them at any time without any impact. Therefore, minimum-salary players face significant pressure and could be eliminated from the NBA at any moment. However, there are also many players in the league who, despite being on minimum-salary contracts, have delivered outstanding performances, such as Westbrook proving himself and Jones giving up a million-dollar annual salary. Westbrook Last year, Westbrook chose to leave the Clippers and joined the Nuggets on a minimum salary. At the time, many fans believed that Westbrook was incompatible with Jokic. However, this year, Westbrook has proven himself with his actions. So far this season, he has averaged 12.9 points, 5 rebounds, and 6.8 assists with a shooting percentage of 46%. The current Westbrook is capable of doing the dirty work, excelling in defense, maintaining offensive stability, and possessing rebounding and playmaking abilities. With such a performance, the Nuggets can be said to have found a gem. Dunn Prior to this, Dunn had been wandering through multiple teams in the league. He has decent skills but inconsistent performances and not a high attendance rate, which is why he hasn't achieved success. Now, he has joined the Clippers on a minimum salary, and the cost-effectiveness is quite high. Dunn averages 6.5 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 2.6…

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.