On December 26, 2024, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued, with one of the focus matches being the Los Angeles Lakers challenging the Golden State Warriors away. In the first quarter, both sides were evenly matched, with Davis playing only 7 minutes and not returning to the court, resulting in a draw between the Lakers and the Warriors at 23:23. In the second quarter, under the leadership of James, the Lakers remained competitive throughout the game, engaging in a scoring battle. At halftime, the score was 55:52, with the Lakers leading by 3 points. In the third quarter, the Lakers maintained their good form while the Warriors appeared slightly sluggish. The Lakers won the quarter by 5 points, ending the third quarter with a score of 84:76, leading by 8 points. In the fourth quarter, the Warriors launched a counterattack and once narrowed the gap, but the Lakers managed to hold on to the lead. In the final moments of the game, the Warriors made an extreme comeback with a 7:0 run, closing the gap to 107:109. Christie made two free throws, reducing the suspense of the game, with 22.3 seconds left. Reeves hit the decisive shot, securing a 115-113 victory for the Lakers over the Warriors. James started the game for 36 minutes, shooting 12 out of 22, including 2 out of 4 from three-point range, scoring 31 points, 4 rebounds, 10 assists, and 2 steals. In the absence of Davis, James took on the offensive responsibilities for the Lakers, with the 40-year-old James performing exceptionally well, handling…

The NBA regular season has reached its mid-point, and many teams in the league are considering trades. The Heat and Pacers have already made a 1-for-1 trade, with the Heat sending Thomas Bryant to the Pacers in exchange for a future second-round draft pick swap. This move aims to free up a roster spot for potential future trades and to convert two-way contracts into official ones. The Heat has been very active in the trade market recently, even openly stating that they would consider trading their star player, Butler. Last season, the Heat's performance was average, with Butler getting older, suffering from injuries, and his average stats gradually declining. There has been no repeat of last year's playoff upset against the Bucks. To ensure better future development for the team, Butler might really be traded away. Similarly, several top teams are particularly active in the trade market, eager to make significant adjustments to their rosters, with the Los Angeles Lakers being one such team. The Lakers started the season well but faltered as the schedule progressed. James, at 40 years old, is not as capable as he once was, and Davis' dominance in the paint is inconsistent. Crucially, the Lakers' role players are significantly inferior when compared to other strong teams. As a Western Conference scout said, if Reeves can be considered the Lakers' third-best player, it will be difficult for them to compete for the championship. Recently, the Lakers have also been looking for a star player to help them out. They have inquired about the cost of acquiring…

The Lakers' victory over the Warriors was a thrilling spectacle that showcased some exceptional basketball. The high-stakes nature of the year-end showdown is not something just anyone can handle. With the Lakers emerging victorious, what post-game developments are worth noting? Let's take a look at some interesting points. After the Lakers' win, Anthony Davis confirmed his status, LeBron James issued an official order, and Austin Reeves no longer conceals anything. We all know that Davis had little involvement in this game, even during periods when he wasn't injured, as evidenced by his three attempts without a single hit. So how is Davis' physical condition now? He has officially confirmed it himself. Post-game, Davis stated that he would be fine and would play in the next game against the Kings. Fortunately, the next game is scheduled for the 29th, giving Davis time to recover. We'll have to see how Davis fares; there could be variables. Everyone saw James' performance in this game; he remains at the top of his game. In this match, James also broke several records. The first record: James scored over 30 points for the seventh time in the year-end showdown, making him the second most frequent occurrence in history, only surpassed by Oscar Robertson. The second record: James' total score in the year-end showdown reached 507 points, making him the first in NBA history, a feat unlikely to be broken. After the game, James also discussed many things. When asked about Davis' injury withdrawal, James officially issued an order. James bluntly stated that no one can replace…

NBA latest rankings, let's take a look at how your supported team is performing now. The Thunder has been very impressive this season, having only lost 5 games since the start of the season to teams like the Rockets, Nuggets, Warriors, Mavericks, and Spurs. With a record of 23 wins and 5 losses, they are ranked first in the Western Conference. The Rockets' young players are creating their own legend. Last season, they were easy targets for other teams, but now they have transformed rapidly and are growing quickly. With a record of 20 wins and 9 losses, they are ranked second in the Western Conference. The Lakers are not as strong as they used to be. Although they have heavyweights like James and Davis, if both of them cannot play together, their chances of winning are very slim, and they often win games by free throws. Their current situation is very poor, as they have lost multiple times to teams with far inferior strength. They are currently ranked seventh in the Western Conference with a record of 16 wins and 13 losses. The Suns have been in poor form recently. Without Booker, they have suffered three consecutive losses. Durant is unable to carry the team alone, and Beal is not up to the task. No one can step up in critical moments, and even if Durant is exhausted, they still cannot win a game. With a record of 14 wins and 14 losses, they are ranked 11th in the Western Conference. The Cavaliers have impressed everyone this season. They…

Currently, the Los Angeles Lakers are in trouble. The Lakers have not been doing well recently. Key players are not performing well, and the defense is a mess, resulting in seven losses in the past nine games. Just like in our domestic CBA league, there is a team that has encountered a similar situation. A team that was once highly anticipated, but several key players were not in good form on the court, constantly making mistakes, and not being proactive in defense. This led to their defeat in several games, leaving fans quite disappointed. This is very similar to the current situation of the Lakers, where player issues have made the team's performance less than ideal. The Los Angeles Lakers management found that they must adjust the lineup through trades. We say that the Lakers often appear in this kind of situation that relies on trades to adjust the lineup. Why? Taking this season's offseason as an example, they hardly adjusted the lineup at all. You say that some teams in our domestic CBA league are also like this. Just like a previous team, there were no major moves during the offseason, and the results were not ideal after the new season started. It was only then that they discovered problems with the lineup and had to try to change the situation through various trades. The Lakers are now in a similar situation. On Friday, local time in the United States, according to American media reporter Bill Simmons, the Lakers should trade Anthony Davis. Well, this news is really surprising!…