On January 6, 2025, Beijing time, the Thunder with a record of 29 wins and 5 losses hosted the Celtics with a record of 26 wins and 9 losses. The Thunder currently ranks first in the West with a 14-game winning streak and remains undefeated against Eastern Conference teams this season. The Celtics, on the other hand, are the reigning NBA champions and are considered to have the best strength in the league today. Who will win this peak matchup? The Thunder's Chet and Caruso were absent, with the starting lineup being Alexander + Wallace + Dort + Jalen + Harten. The Celtics' Brown returned, with the starting lineup being Holiday + White + Brown + Tatum + Porzingis. In the first quarter, Alexander scored the first 6 points for the Thunder, while Brown, Porzingis, and White responded together, giving the Celtics a 9-6 lead. Wallace, Harten, Alexander, and Jalen then took over, surpassing by 5 points. White and Tatum scored, to which Harten and Wallace responded, giving the Thunder a 6-point lead. Brown then scored 5 points in a row, to which Wallace responded with a layup, leaving a 3-point difference. Holiday, Brown, and Tatum then took the lead by 4 points, to which Wiggins, Alexander, and Isaiah Joe responded by taking the lead by 3 points. Horford and Hauser then made two consecutive three-pointers to take the lead by 3 points. Wiggins made a layup, and Tatum made both free throws, ending the first quarter with the Celtics leading 35-32. In the second quarter, Wiggins made a three-pointer,…

NBA Regular Season: Thunder Overturn Celtics to Win 15 Consecutive Games, SGA Scores 33 Points and Tatum 26+10 On January 6th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued. In today's focus game, the defending champion Celtics visited the Thunder, who had won 14 consecutive games. The Celtics took a 3-point lead at the end of the first quarter and expanded it to a 10-point lead in the second quarter with a score of 30-23. The Thunder narrowed the gap by winning 6 points in the third quarter and took a 12-point lead at the beginning of the fourth quarter with a 24-8 run. The Celtics failed to catch up, and the Thunder eventually defeated the Celtics 105-92 at home. The Thunder has won 15 consecutive games, continuing to break their team record, ranking first in the West with a record of 30 wins and 5 losses; the Celtics' record is now 26 wins and 10 losses, remaining second in the East. Both sides' data:‌ Celtics - Tatum 26 points and 10 rebounds, Jaylen Brown 21 points, Porzingis 19 points and 9 rebounds, White 11 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists, Holiday 2 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists, Horford 6 points and 8 rebounds. Thunder - Alexander 33 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists, Jaylen Williams 10 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists, Hatten 8 points and 10 rebounds, Wallace 13 points and 3 rebounds, Dort 14 points and 6 rebounds, Wiggins 15 points. Star of the Game: Alexander Alexander played for 37 minutes, shooting 11 of 23, including 3…

As LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant, these superstars gradually enter the twilight of their careers, it seems that the future of the NBA has entered a new era. Who will take over their mantle and become the next superstar to dominate the league? This question was recently answered by James, Curry, and Durant themselves in an interview before Christmas. They mentioned four players who they believe will become future superstars. Today, let's talk about these four names and see if they have what it takes to carry the flag for the league. First on the list is Jayson Tatum. He's like a gust of wind, making progress almost every season. When he first entered the league, Tatum's performance didn't convince everyone. People said he had talent, but his play in critical moments never quite lived up to expectations. Look at his first Finals appearance; although he played well, he just fell short of leading the Celtics to the championship. But since then, Tatum has been like a man possessed, entering a high-speed growth channel. You may have forgotten that Tatum didn't win the FMVP last season because he was overshadowed by Smart, but his average of 29 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists was simply eye-catching! Looking at his current form, especially in the Christmas Day game against the 76ers, where he went 11 for 20 with 32 points and 15 rebounds, it's enough to make you want to jump up and clap. When it comes to crunch time, this guy's calmness is something that not many players…

On January 3, 2025, Beijing time, there were 6 NBA games today, with many players delivering impressive performances. Who were they? Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors had an outstanding performance in the game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Curry only played for 30 minutes and finished early, shooting 11 of 15 (8 of 8 from three-point range), scoring 30 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, dishing out 10 assists, and making 1 steal, with a plus-minus of +32, the highest in the game. He led the Warriors to a 34-point victory over the 76ers, rendering Joel Embiid's 28 points and 14 rebounds ineffective. Curry's perfect 8-for-8 shooting from beyond the arc in this game, with a 100% shooting percentage, was astonishingly efficient. Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics also shone in the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. With Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis absent, the Celtics' strength was significantly weakened, but Tatum carried the team. He shot 13 of 27 (6 of 17 from three-point range) and made 1 of 2 free throws, scoring 33 points, grabbing 8 rebounds, dishing out 9 assists, and making 3 steals, leading the Celtics to a 3-point victory over the Timberwolves. Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers had an excellent game against the Miami Heat. Haliburton shot 13 of 21 (6 of 13 from three-point range) and made 1 of 3 free throws, scoring 33 points, grabbing 5 rebounds, dishing out 15 assists, and making 2 steals without any turnovers, with a plus-minus of +26. He delivered a perfect performance, leading the Pacers to a…

On January 3, 2025, Beijing time, the NBA regular season saw the 17-win and 15-loss Timberwolves host the 24-win and 9-loss Celtics. Although the Celtics had a significant record advantage, they had lost four of their last seven games and were in poor form. Additionally, Brown and Porzingis were not playing for the Celtics today, which gave the Timberwolves an advantage. Could the Timberwolves defeat the Celtics? The Timberwolves' starting lineup was Conley, Edwards, McDaniels, Randle, and Gobert, while the Celtics' starting lineup was Holiday, White, Hauser, Tatum, and Horford. In the first quarter, McDaniels, Randle, and Edwards scored 7-0, followed by points from Horford, White, and Holiday. Randle, McDaniels, and Conley then hit consecutive three-pointers, leading to a Timberwolves timeout with a score of 16-7. After the timeout, Tatum and Hauser scored continuously, to which Randle, McDaniels, and Edwards responded, maintaining an 8-point lead. Pritchard and Holiday hit three-pointers to reduce the gap to 2 points. Reid also hit a three-pointer, but Holiday responded with another three-pointer, keeping the gap at 2 points. Edwards and Reid extended the lead to 7 points, but Kornet and Pritchard scored back, to which Randle and Minott responded. At the end of the first quarter, the Timberwolves led 35-28. In the second quarter, Hauser hit two consecutive three-pointers and White made a layup, allowing the Celtics to go on an 8-0 run and take a 1-point lead. DiVincenzo and Randle hit three-pointers, while Horford and Hauser responded, leveling the score. After a timeout, Randle and Gobert scored, but Pritchard and Tatum responded with…

LeBron James scores 38+8 but still misses out on today's best player award! Sorry, you've met record-breaking Curry.‌ On January 3rd, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued with a total of 6 matchups scheduled for the day. The specific results are as follows: Pacers defeated the Heat 128-115, Celtics narrowly beat the Timberwolves 118-115, Clippers suffered a heavy loss to the Thunder 98-116, Nets narrowly won against the Bucks 113-110, 76ers were crushed by the Warriors 105-139, and the Blazers lost to the Lakers 106-114. Stars such as Haliburton, Tatum, Alexander, Old Zhong, Curry, and Lao Zhan all had impressive performances. So, who will win the title of today's best player? Let's take a look together. Trail Blazers 106-114 Lakers, Lao Zhan scores 38 points + 8 assists In the game between the Trail Blazers and the Lakers, a total of 5 players from the Blazers scored in double figures, including Simmons with 23 points + 3 rebounds + 5 assists and Afu Diya contributing 19 points + 10 rebounds + 4 assists. However, they were once down by 15 points and ultimately suffered a defeat. On the Lakers' side, Davis was absent, Christie scored 28 points, and Reeves contributed 15 points + 8 rebounds + 11 assists, while Lao Zhan was even more fierce! He played for 36 minutes, shooting 15 out of 25 (7 out of 10 three-pointers), and made 1 out of 2 free throws, scoring a comprehensive stat line of 38 points + 3 rebounds + 8 assists. Especially in the second quarter, Lao Zhan…

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 game has ended with the Pacers defeating the Celtics 123-114, successfully avenging their previous loss. Just a few days ago, they were brutally defeated by the Celtics by 37 points, but in this match, the Pacers controlled the game from start to finish, ultimately achieving a remarkable comeback. From the beginning of the game, the Pacers displayed an incredibly fierce momentum. Haliburton and Siakam took the court with a fiery intensity, immediately putting immense pressure on the Celtics. The Pacers started with a 6-0 run, momentarily leaving the Celtics stunned. The Celtics quickly adjusted, with Hauser scoring a three-pointer to give the team some breathing room. However, the Pacers continued their relentless offensive onslaught, with Nembhard and Turner contributing mid-range shots, and the Pacers once led by as much as 16-5. The Celtics are no pushovers, and Brown and Horford quickly stepped up, leading a counterattack that allowed them to narrowly overtake the Pacers at the end of the first quarter with a score of 29-27. Although the scores were close, it was clear from the game that the Celtics had not completely controlled the situation. The Pacers' offense was diverse and posed a greater threat. In the second quarter, both teams played at a faster pace, with the scores fluctuating. On the Pacers' side, Mathurin and Siakam continued to exert themselves, frequently raising the score. On the Celtics' side, White, Pritchard, and Brown were also actively trying to reduce the gap, but Haliburton's outstanding performance for the Pacers extended their lead. At halftime, the Pacers led the Celtics…

Translation of the article content into English: At the age of 26, Tatum, Durant, and James: No Comparison, No Embarrassment As James and Durant gradually age, and Leonard is plagued by injuries throughout the year, the title of the league's top small forward naturally falls on Tatum. So, as a comparison, let's take a look at the achievements and data of Tatum and the two older brothers, James and Durant, when they were all at the age of 26. Tatum As the third overall pick in the 2017 draft, 26-year-old Tatum has been fighting in the league for eight seasons without realizing it. To date, he averages 23.4 points, 7.3 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.1 steals per game, with a shooting percentage of 46.1% and a three-point percentage of 37.5%. In terms of honors, Tatum has won one championship, been selected to the All-NBA First Team three times, the All-NBA Third Team once, made five All-Star appearances, and won one All-Star MVP. His team's record includes seven consecutive playoff appearances, two Finals appearances, and one championship win. Although he did not win the Finals MVP, there is no denying that he remains the absolute core of the current Celtics. Durant Durant was still with the Thunder at the age of 26, and at that time, he had already been called the "Big and Small Kings" of the league alongside James. In his first eight seasons, Durant averaged 27.1 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 5 assists per game, with a shooting percentage of 52.3% and a three-point percentage of 41.3%. In terms…