Recently, the results of the first round of voting for the highly anticipated 2025 NBA All-Star Game have been officially announced. This list not only showcases the enthusiasm of the fans but also sparked many unexpected discussions. From Giannis Antetokounmpo's continued dominance as the top vote-getter to LeBron James' rare fall out of the top three, and Curry's ranking that evokes a sigh, this voting is full of highlights. Let's take a look at where these highly anticipated players stand and what changes may occur in the future! Giannis Antetokounmpo: Leading the Way, Is the Top Spot Secure? According to official data, Giannis has received an impressive 1,710,630 votes, firmly occupying the top spot with a significant lead over other players. For Giannis, such a performance is not surprising. As one of the league's top superstars, his dominance and appeal are beyond question. It's worth noting that in previous All-Star voting, Giannis has won the "top vote-getter" title multiple times. This time, leading the list again is the best affirmation of his consistent performance. Of course, the All-Star voting is always full of variables, and the upcoming game performances will still be key. Some players may attract more votes with outstanding performances, posing a challenge to Giannis' leading position. However, there is no doubt that according to the current trend, Giannis has a high possibility of becoming the top vote-getter. LeBron James: Controversy Over Ranking Drop, Can He Make a Strong Comeback? The biggest "upset" in this voting might be LeBron James' unexpected ranking. The data shows that "LBJ" received…

Translation of the article content: When it comes to the NBA's all-time greatest lineup, most fans would probably answer with the "Magic, God, Emperor, Buddha, Shark" combination. However, this is ultimately a subjective topic, and everyone has their own understanding of the strongest lineup, as the saying goes, "A thousand people have a thousand Hamlets." As one of the greatest coaches in history, Popovich has also shared his own list of the all-time greatest lineup. So, let's take a look at who made Popovich's list. Point Guard: Magic Johnson Magic Johnson is widely recognized as the greatest point guard in history, known for his excellent basketball IQ and organizational skills. He led the Lakers to five championships in the 1980s, was named FMVP three times, and created the glorious SHOWTIME era. Shooting Guard: Michael Jordan Jordan's abilities need no further elaboration; two three-peats, six FMVPs, five MVPs, ten scoring titles—these honors alone are enough to prove why he is called the "Basketball God." Small Forward: Kobe Bryant Despite Kobe's multiple playoff victories over the Spurs, Popovich's appreciation and recognition for Kobe is always evident, even publicly stating that aside from Duncan, the player he most wanted to coach was Kobe. Kobe's abilities are undeniable; he led the Lakers to five championships, was named FMVP twice, MVP once, and set records such as 81 points in a single game, 62 points in three quarters, and four consecutive games with 50+ points. Power Forward: Hakeem Olajuwon As the leader of the four centers in the 1990s, Olajuwon is known for his incredibly…

Too fierce! The NBA's 20-year-old record has been broken by James Recently, the Lakers won a big victory over the Hawks at home with a score of 119 to 102, achieving two consecutive victories. Their current record stands at 20 wins and 14 losses, ranking fourth in the Western Conference. In this game, the Lakers played as a cohesive unit, with Anthony Davis contributing an all-around performance of 18 points, 19 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 steals, and 3 blocks. Rivers scored 20 points with 7 rebounds and 6 assists, while Hachimura and rookie Knickert both scored 13 points. However, the most outstanding player in this game was undoubtedly "Forty-Year-Old Man" LeBron James. James made 13 out of 20 shots, including 2 out of 5 from beyond the arc and 2 out of 2 free throws, efficiently scoring 30 points with 3 rebounds and 8 assists. Following his previous game against the Trail Blazers where he also scored over 30 points, James became the second player in history to score over 30 points consecutively after turning 40, with the other being Jordan. At the same time, James broke a historical record held by Jordan for 22 years, which is scoring over 30 points in his 563rd career game, topping the NBA's list of games with over 30 points. It's worth noting that in terms of career games within the 10-30 point range, James is also the first in history. It must be acknowledged that the 40-year-old James is truly "getting better with age," proving to everyone that he still has plenty…

On January 6, the NBA regular season continued. The Los Angeles Lakers traveled to play away against the Houston Rockets. In this game, the Lakers once trailed by 22 points but fought back in the third quarter to catch up with the score. Both sides remained deadlocked until the final moments before a winner was decided. The Rockets ultimately defeated the Lakers 119-115, avoiding consecutive losses while also ending their opponents' two-game winning streak. Lakers (20-15): LeBron James had 21 points, 13 rebounds, and 9 assists; Anthony Davis scored 30 points and grabbed 13 rebounds; Austin Reaves contributed 21 points and 10 assists; Lonnie Walker IV added 14 points and 6 rebounds; Rui Hachimura scored 13 points; and Max Christie also scored 13 points. Rockets (23-12): Jalen Green led the team with 33 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists; Alperen Sengun scored 14 points and grabbed 6 rebounds; Bruno Fernando added 15 points; and Eric Gordon contributed 13 points. In the first half of the first quarter, both teams exchanged blows on the court, with no significant difference in the score. After the midway point, Jalen Green suddenly stepped up his game, leading the Rockets to a 12-1 scoring run that established a double-digit lead. In the first quarter alone, Jalen Green scored 18 points, almost matching the Lakers' total score for the quarter. At the end of the first quarter, the Rockets led the Lakers 36-22 by 14 points. In the second quarter, the Rockets started strong with five consecutive points, bringing the gap close to 20 points. Midway…

On January 6th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued. In today's Western Conference focus game, the Lakers lost 115-119 to the Rockets on the road, ending their two-game winning streak, with a record of 20 wins and 15 losses! Although the Lakers suffered a defeat today, James' performance was still outstanding. In the entire game, James played for 36 minutes, shooting 8 out of 16, including 4 out of 7 three-pointers and 1 out of 2 free throws, totaling 21 points, 13 rebounds, 9 assists, and 1 steal, with a plus-minus value of -13, only higher than Milton's -16! The Lakers fell into trouble in the first quarter, as they were hit by an offensive wave from the Rockets. James only managed to score once under the basket, with 2 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists in the quarter. In the second quarter, James' shooting remained poor, making only one jump shot, scoring a total of 5 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists in the first half, with the Lakers trailing the Rockets by as many as 18 points. Entering the third quarter, James had a big explosion. Especially in outside shooting, James made four three-pointers from the left 45-degree angle, the top of the arc, and the right 45-degree angle, going 4 out of 5 from three-point range in the quarter. Adding to that was a mid-range jumper, James scored 14 points, 2 rebounds, and 3 assists in the quarter. Under James' leadership, the Lakers narrowed the gap to just 2 points at most, almost erasing a 22-point…

On January 6th, Beijing time, the Rockets defeated the Lakers 119-115 at home, refusing a 22-point comeback and maintaining their second place in the Western Conference. LeBron James had 21 points, 13 rebounds, and 9 assists, while Anthony Davis contributed 30 points, 13 rebounds, and 5 blocks. The Rockets led by as many as 22 points, but the Lakers made a strong comeback in the second half, narrowing the gap before ultimately falling short against the Rockets. In the crucial moments, the Lakers made consecutive turnovers. Jalen Green scored a team-high 33 points for the Rockets. Amen Thompson returned from suspension and contributed 23 points and 16 rebounds, setting a new season-high in points and breaking his career record in rebounds. Statistical Highlights Lakers: Anthony Davis with 30 points, 13 rebounds, and 5 blocks; LeBron James with 21 points, 13 rebounds, and 9 assists; Austin Reaves with 21 points and 10 assists; Rui Hachimura with 13 points; Lonnie Walker IV with 14 points and 6 rebounds; Dorian Finney-Smith with 13 points, 2 assists, and 2 steals. Rockets: Jalen Green with 33 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists; Amen Thompson with 23 points and 16 rebounds; Alperen Sengun with 14 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists; Fred VanVleet with 15 points; Dillon Brooks with 5 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 assists; Kenyon Martin Jr. with 8 points and 4 rebounds; Jaxson Hayes with 8 points and 9 rebounds. Player of the Game Jalen Green and Amen Thompson played outstandingly, helping the Rockets withstand the pressure and secure a victory over the…

Durant's total assets, James' total assets, Jordan's total assets, no comparison, no embarrassment! NBA is not only the world's highest-level basketball league but also a place where athletes can become wealthy. It's important to know that even the average player's annual salary can easily exceed several million dollars, and those superstar players can sign billion-dollar contracts at will, with various endorsement advertisements pouring in. So, let's take a look at how much each star player's total assets are. Curry: $660 million As the leader of the small-ball era, Curry's current total assets have reached 660million,withNBAsalaryincomeexceeding50660 million, with NBA salary income exceeding 50%, as high as 660million,withNBAsalaryincomeexceeding50358 million. In addition, Curry also has endorsement contracts with Under Armour, Infiniti, etc., which made his total income exceed $100 million in the past year, second only to James among active players. Kobe: $755 million Kobe's total assets were about 600millionwhenhepassedaway,buthisbusinessempiredidnotcollapse.ThesportsdrinkthatKobeinvestedinwasacquiredbyCoca−Colatwoyearsago,bringingnearly600 million when he passed away, but his business empire did not collapse. The sports drink that Kobe invested in was acquired by Coca-Cola two years ago, bringing nearly 600millionwhenhepassedaway,buthisbusinessempiredidnotcollapse.ThesportsdrinkthatKobeinvestedinwasacquiredbyCoca−Colatwoyearsago,bringingnearly200 million in income to his family. According to Forbes' assessment, the total assets of the Bryant family are currently about $755 million. Durant: $790 million Durant's current total assets have surpassed Kobe, reaching 790million,withNBAsalaryaccountingfor790 million, with NBA salary accounting for 790million,withNBAsalaryaccountingfor400 million. With endorsements from Nike and other contracts, Durant is now one of the richest players in the NBA today. James: $1.2 billion As the face of the NBA over the past decade, James' ability to make money is beyond question. He is…

Throughout NBA history, few players can be mentioned in the same breath as Michael Jordan. LeBron James, with his legendary performances year after year, has been steadily approaching Jordan's legacy, sparking discussions about who is truly the greatest of all time. Looking at their entire careers, Jordan undoubtedly remains the more brilliant figure. However, when focusing solely on their performance at age 40, the comparison between the two may differ from what one might expect. This season, James has averaged 24 points, 7 rebounds, and 9 assists. So, how did Jordan perform at the same age? This year, James turned 40, making him the oldest player in the league. However, his on-court performance does not reflect his age. He has begun to step back, allowing players like Russell Westbrook to handle the ball more and Anthony Davis to become the focal point of the Lakers' system. At present, James is more akin to a top-tier second option, a key player capable of taking over games in crucial moments, but unable to maintain high-intensity competition throughout every game and the entire season. So far this season, James has maintained a commendable attendance record. He has played in 31 games, averaging 35 minutes per game and attempting 18.3 shots, which are solid numbers for a hardworking and durable player. He has delivered an impressive stat line of 24.1 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 8.9 assists per game, with a shooting percentage of 50.7% and a three-point percentage of 38.2%. James ranks 16th in scoring, 31st in rebounding, and 4th in assists in the…

Curry has scored 573 points this season, what about Harden, Durant, and James? The games of 2024 have all come to an end, and the regular season has passed one-third of its schedule. So, let's take a look at how many points each star player has scored so far this season. Curry This season, Curry has played 26 games, averaging 31.2 minutes per game, scoring 22 points, grabbing 4.7 rebounds, dishing out 6.4 assists, and making 1.2 steals, with a shooting percentage of 43.7% and a three-point percentage of 40.1%, accumulating a total of 573 points so far. Compared to last season, Curry's statistics have declined to some extent this year, with his shooting percentage being the lowest in the past five seasons. It is precisely because of Curry's inconsistent performance that the Warriors are currently on the fringes of the play-in tournament. Durant There is no doubt that Durant is still one of the best scorers in the league, even with Booker and Beal, two great offensive players by his side, he can still average 27.7 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 3.8 assists, with a shooting percentage of 51.2% and a three-point percentage of 41.1%. However, due to injury, Durant has only played 22 games so far, accumulating 610 points. Harden Due to Leonard's absence, Harden has proven to the outside world that he is still the unstoppable ball-dominant core. This season, Harden has played 32 games, averaging 21.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 7.8 assists per game, with a shooting percentage of 39.3% and a three-point percentage of 34.7%, accumulating…

James scored 30 points in the Lakers' game against the Hawks, which may seem like an average performance, but he broke Jordan's historical record and stated that he could continue playing. This reminded me of his earlier statement about retiring at the start of the season. At that time, James seemed eager to prove himself, saying he would play all games including back-to-backs. Once such words are spoken, they can't be taken back, even if he is exhausted. Later, Redick criticized him, saying it was not beneficial for the team. James was really cornered then, having to play every game with insufficient energy but unable to admit his incapacity. In such a situation, his performance was bound to suffer. The Lakers management couldn't bear to see this and forced him to rest. James initially resisted, claiming he could play, but now it seems the decision was right; he needed proper rest. Although Redick's words were harsh, they hit the nail on the head. James needs to manage his energy and cannot keep pushing himself without considering the consequences. Since Christmas, James' statistics have been impressive, averaging 30.5 points with a 56% three-point shooting rate, which is rare for his age. Davis wasn't surprised by James breaking records but was amazed by his recent vitality, indicating that rest has indeed helped him. Redick also mentioned James' recent efforts in defense, showing his improved energy levels, a stark contrast from his previous fatigue. In the game against the Hawks, the Lakers' first-half defense was poor, allowing 20 fast-break points, but they improved…