In a recent major NBA trade, the Lakers sent away Russell and acquired Finney-Smith and Melton! This trade allowed the Lakers to obtain a top-tier defensive player but also left a vacuum at the point guard position, making the team's lineup shortcomings very apparent! The Lakers are very interested in the Kings' Fox! Due to the Kings' poor record this season, with only 14 wins and 19 losses, ranking 12th in the West and getting further away from the playoffs. Disappointed with the team's performance, the Kings' management decided to rebuild, starting with firing head coach Brown and then began selling off core players, with both Fox and Sabonis no longer untouchable! The Lakers are eager for Fox to join! The 27-year-old Fox averaged 26.5 points, 5.1 rebounds, 6.3 assists, and 1.6 steals per game this season, in excellent form and once scored 60 points in a single game! If Fox were to join the Lakers, it would greatly enhance the team's backcourt strength, and with James and Davis, the Lakers' lineup would be significantly upgraded, making them capable of contending for the championship again! For this trade, the Lakers have also shown great sincerity; currently, the Lakers' offer is Reeves, Hachimura, Vincent, and two first-round draft picks to get the Kings' Fox and McDermott. Reeves can be said to be the Lakers' biggest gesture in this trade, earning only $13 million a year, he is a typical example of low pay and high ability, an indispensable player on the Lakers' perimeter, with a very entertaining style of play! Although…

On January 1st, Beijing time, the NBA 2024-25 season regular season welcomes a focus match in the league, with the Cleveland Cavaliers traveling to Los Angeles to challenge the Los Angeles Lakers back-to-back. This is the second meeting between the two teams this season. In the previous match, the Cavaliers defeated the Lakers by 24 points, showing a clear advantage. It must be said that the Cavaliers have indeed emerged as a dark horse this season, currently ranking first in the Eastern Conference and the entire league with a record of 28 wins and 4 losses. According to data released by American media B/R, if the Cavaliers maintain their current win rate of 87.5% until the end of the season, their record for the season will be 72 wins and 10 losses, which is indeed terrifying. Moreover, the Cavaliers are currently on a hot streak of 7 consecutive victories, with an undefeated record of 8 wins and 0 losses against Western Conference teams. In contrast, the Lakers' performance this season can be considered average, currently ranking seventh in the West with a record of 18 wins and 13 losses. However, recently, the Lakers' management completed a major 5-for-2 trade with the Nets at lightning speed, acquiring 3D forward Finney-Smith, which was indeed unexpected. In addition, James also officially celebrated his 40th birthday. This superstar, who has been playing in the NBA for 22 years, is averaging 23.5 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 9 assists this season, with a shooting percentage of 49.6%, which is indeed amazing. After training yesterday, James also…

The NBA trading market has been quite lively recently. The Lakers and the Nets have made big news, and there's also the issue of Edwards from the Timberwolves being fined a significant amount by the league for his thoughtless remarks, not to mention the continuous fights on the court. The Lakers have been doing pretty well lately. They made a big trade with the Nets, acquiring Finney-Smith and Milton, two players capable of shooting three-pointers, which eases the offensive pressure on James and Davis. Finney-Smith performed well during his time with the Nets, with a three-point shooting percentage of around 43.5%, which is considered top-level in the league. He also has good height and arm length, allowing him to contribute defensively. Although not as outstanding as Finney-Smith, Milton's shooting is decent, and he's willing to take shots in crucial moments, making him a solid backup option for the Lakers. To acquire these two players, the Lakers gave up Russell, Lewis, and three second-round draft picks. This price isn't too high, considering Russell wasn't performing particularly well with the Lakers. Pelinka's move was quite smart; he knew that what the Lakers lacked most were shooters. This trade immediately adds two, both of whom are ready to play without much waiting. This trade received an A- rating from American media, which is quite reasonable. The Lakers have solved their problem with outside shooting without paying too high a price, making it a win-win deal. The Nets, on the other hand, acquired Russell and several draft picks, which, although only rated C+, is…

Overnight! The Lakers have completed an epic 5-for-2 trade, with James welcoming another super tough player, while Edwards has been fined a total of $240,000 (approximately 1.71 million RMB), and the league has banned as many as 5 players! Text by Lao Kan Kan Qiu Edited by Lao Kan Kan Qiu Since the start of the NBA's 2024-25 regular season, many teams in the league have delivered unexpected performances. For example, the Warriors in the West have seen their rankings fluctuate like a roller coaster, once reaching the top of the West but then falling all the way to 11th, with Kerr's stubbornness drawing controversy. Despite opening the free market and completing the league's first 5-for-2 trade with the Nets, bringing in starting point guard Schroder, the results so far have not been good; additionally, on the Kings' side, after introducing DeRozan this summer, the team's record has not improved but rather declined, with Mike Brown becoming the first head coach to be fired this season; the Pelicans are even worse off, with a losing streak that has dropped them to the bottom of the West, and the management has put Ingram, Zion, and CJ McCollum on the trading block, preparing to embark on a rebuilding path. Therefore, with the opening of the league's free trade market, many teams in the league are eager to explore new trades, addressing internal weaknesses and continuing to chase the championship. Overnight! The Lakers have completed an epic 5-for-2 trade, with James welcoming another super tough player, while Edwards has been fined a total…

An NBA regular-season match-up between the Lakers and the Cavaliers was a focal point of attention. The Lakers have been in good form recently, bolstered by the addition of new recruits Smith and Milton, who were both available to play. Additionally, this game marked LeBron James' first appearance at the age of 40, so the team was keen on securing a victory to celebrate his birthday. The Cavaliers, currently the top team in the league, have an undefeated record against Western Conference teams, with eight wins and no losses, giving them a slight advantage. However, if they were to become complacent or underestimate their opponents, it could prove costly. The Lakers' starting lineup featured Reeves, Christie, Hachimura, James, and Davis, while the Cavaliers started Garland, Mitchell, Wade, Mobley, and Allen. Both teams started off with good shooting, particularly the Cavaliers, who continued their league-leading offensive prowess with a balanced attack that stifled the Lakers and silenced the home crowd. After a rest, James returned with plenty of energy, scoring both inside and outside, showing no signs of his age as he teamed up with Davis to score the team's first 12 points. Reeves made a mistake, and Hachimura missed two layups, leading to jokes about his teammates being CBA level. The Cavaliers capitalized on the Lakers' mistakes, converting on fast breaks to lead 21-12. After a timeout, the Cavaliers maintained control of the game's tempo, with the Lakers struggling on offense, defense, and turnovers, resulting in a 15-point deficit. However, the Lakers did not collapse; when the Cavaliers' bench struggled…

On the last day of 2024, Lakers reporter Anthony Irwin exposed a series of Lakers trade dynamics and behind-the-scenes secrets, further revealing the team's future strengthening direction. Although the Lakers have already introduced Finney-Smith and Shake Milton through a big trade, enhancing their perimeter firepower and defensive depth, the team has not stopped its strengthening pace. Currently, the Lakers are focusing on the interior, targeting multiple centers including Valanciunas, Kessler, Williams, Richards, and Sharp. However, the Lakers still face significant obstacles during the negotiation process. According to Anthony Irwin, the Lakers are still considered one of the leading contenders for Valanciunas. Valanciunas is a center with strong rebounding ability and low-post scoring threat, capable of effectively enhancing the Lakers' interior strength. However, the Wizards' asking price is far higher than what the Lakers are willing to pay. The Wizards not only hope to obtain more draft picks from the Lakers but also showed interest in Russell's expiring contract, which was already used up in the previous trade between the Lakers and the Nets. Currently, the Wizards are looking for better offers within the league, but Valanciunas' big contract (unprotected in the final year of the 2026-27 season) has made other teams somewhat reserved about trading for him. Whether the Lakers will continue to pursue Valanciunas remains to be seen based on the progress of the upcoming negotiations. In addition to Valanciunas, the Lakers are actively discussing other interior targets, including Robert Williams of the Trail Blazers, Nick Richards of the Hornets, Day'Ron Sharpe of the Nets, and Walker Kessler of…

The Lakers recently brought in Finney-Smith and Milton, and today the new recruits were finally able to play, with promising results that will improve over time. However, their opponents were formidable, as the Cavaliers, ranked first in the league, were expected to win. Despite playing at home, the Lakers faced a fierce Cavaliers team, leaving LeBron James to acknowledge that time is fair to everyone. The Cavaliers defeated the Lakers 122-110 on the road, securing an eighth consecutive victory. There's not much to say about this game; the Cavaliers' number one ranking in the league is well-deserved, as they have earned it through their performance. Mitchell and Garland in the backcourt, Wade on the wing, and Mobley and Allen in the frontcourt. The bench also boasts strong players like Strus, Nene, and LeVert. The Cavaliers' rise and rebuilding path over the years has been nothing short of miraculous; any misstep could have led to disaster. But the key is that the Cavaliers made the right moves every step of the way. First, in the trade between the Rockets and the Nets for Harden, the Cavaliers used a first-round pick to intercept Allen, a valuable center, and then acquired LeVert. Following this, the Cavaliers began to tank, miraculously snatching Mobley from the Rockets. The Rockets' scouting department hoped to select Jalen Green with the second overall pick in 2021, while the data analysis department believed Mobley was the ideal choice, given the Rockets' tradition of building around a center. Ultimately, the Rockets' owner's son decided to take Green with the second…

On January 1st, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continues, let's take a look at the performance of the Western Conference teams and the latest standings changes. The main information is as follows: Thunder 113-105 Timberwolves, Lakers 110-122 lost to Cavaliers, Clippers 86-122 suffered a crushing defeat to Spurs, Grizzlies 117-112 defeated Suns. The latest Western Conference standings The Thunder, the leaders of the Western Conference, have been winning continuously. At home against the Timberwolves, they were trailing 46-52 in the first half, but in the third quarter, they launched a super attack wave of 43-23 to overtake. In this quarter, Alexander made 7 out of 8 shots and scored 19 points alone. Eventually, the Thunder defeated the Timberwolves 113-105, securing their 12th consecutive victory and firmly occupying the top spot in the West, leading their opponents by at least 5 wins. Alexander played at an MVP level, making 15 out of 23 shots and scoring 40 points with 3 rebounds and 2 assists. Hatten had a double-double with 15 points and 10 rebounds, while Williams contributed 14 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists. The Timberwolves are temporarily ranked 8th with a record of 17 wins and 15 losses, trailing the Lakers by one win and only leading the 9th-ranked Spurs by 0.5 wins. Edwards made 6 out of 12 shots for 20 points and 7 rebounds, while Reed scored 19 points and grabbed 8 rebounds. Thunder's 12-game winning streak The Grizzlies, without key players like Morant and Aldama, narrowly defeated the Suns led by Durant and Booker with a…

On January 1, 2025, Beijing time, there were 6 NBA games today, involving the Lakers, Clippers, Suns, Thunder, Grizzlies, Spurs, and Timberwolves. After the games, changes occurred in the Western Conference standings. The Spurs hosted the Clippers at home. On paper, the Clippers had an advantage in terms of record, but they were playing back-to-back games and were not as physically fit as the Spurs. This was the second meeting between the two teams this season. In their first encounter, the Spurs, who once led by 26 points, were reversed by the Clippers. Today, they were eager to wash away this disgrace. After the game started, Wembanyama entered scoring mode, scoring 17 points in the first quarter, leading the Spurs to win the quarter by 14 points. In the second quarter, the Spurs expanded their lead, leading by 20 points at halftime. In the third quarter, the Spurs continued to widen the gap, leading by 28 points after three quarters. In the fourth quarter, the main players of both sides did not play again, and the Spurs eventually won a big victory over the Clippers by 36 points. Wembanyama made 10 of 18 shots for 27 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 blocks, while Harden made 5 of 11 shots for 17 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 assist. The Clippers have been outstanding in defense this season, and it is not easy to win big against them. Unexpectedly, the Spurs defeated the Clippers by 36 points today, creating a new record for the most points lost by the Clippers…

The Lakers suffered a heartbreaking loss, falling to the Cavaliers with a final score of 110-112. LeBron James contributed 23 points, 7 assists, and 4 rebounds, but it wasn't enough as he walked off the court and into the player's tunnel with just 8 seconds remaining in the game. At halftime, the Lakers were trailing the Cavaliers by 5 points, with a score of 53-58. Let's take a look at the scoring breakdown for both teams at the half: For the Lakers: Reeves had 16 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists. James had 12 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 block. Davis had 11 points, 5 rebounds, 2 steals, and 1 block. Knnekt had 4 points and 2 rebounds. Hachimura had 3 points and 3 rebounds. Milton had 3 points and 2 rebounds. Christie had 2 points and 2 assists. Finney had 2 points and 2 rebounds. For the Cavaliers: Mitchell had 15 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 assists. Allen had 14 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 blocks. Mobley had 9 points and 2 rebounds. Garland had 7 points and 4 assists. Strus had 4 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 assists. Wade had 3 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists. Jerome had 3 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 assists. Despite playing at home and having the advantage of rest, the Lakers faced a Cavaliers team that had played against the Warriors the previous day and traveled to Los Angeles for this match. Although the Cavaliers have an impressive record this season, they were expected to be physically fatigued. This presented an…