On January 13, 2025, Beijing time, the 22-win and 16-loss Mavericks hosted the 22-win and 15-loss Nuggets. On paper, the Nuggets had a clear advantage as Doncic and Irving were not playing, while all the main players of the Nuggets were present. However, the Mavericks had defeated the Lakers and Trail Blazers in their absence to achieve a two-game winning streak. Could they create another miracle today? The Mavericks' starting lineup was Dinwiddie, Thompson, Marshall, Washington, and Lively, while the Nuggets had Gordon returning from injury, coming off the bench. The Nuggets' starting lineup was Westbrook, Murray, Braun, Porter, and Jokic. In the first quarter, Lively and Marshall scored 6-0, followed by Jokic's layup. Marshall hit a three-pointer, and the Mavericks led 9-2. Jokic made one of two free throws, and Marshall scored again, with Thompson adding eight points, extending the Mavericks' lead to 19-3, a 16-point advantage. Jokic and Porter responded with points, but Washington and Gafford kept the gap at 16 points. Porter, Westbrook, and Gordon scored for the Nuggets, while Dinwiddie and Hardy replied, maintaining a 15-point difference. Jokic scored with a hook shot, but Graham and Gafford responded, keeping the lead at 17 points. Gordon made a jumper, and the first quarter ended with the Mavericks leading 32-17. In the second quarter, Jordan and Gordon scored four points for the Nuggets, reducing the gap to 11 points. Thompson hit a three-pointer, and Hardy made free throws, extending the lead to 16 points. Westbrook, Jordan, and Strus brought the deficit down to nine points. Lively scored with…

The Clippers won, 118 to 95, pulling off a stunning victory on the Mavericks' home court. This time, it's really impressive; without Doncic and Irving, the Mavericks are like toothless tigers, looking intimidating but lacking in actual combat effectiveness. Thompson gave it his all, scoring 22 points with 3 assists and 2 steals, but against the Clippers led by Harden, he still seemed somewhat overwhelmed. Fans understand that without those two leaders, winning is not easy. After the game, Zubac's eyes welled up with tears, his voice trembling as he said, "I must thank Harden." This wasn't just politeness; this big man's performance was truly remarkable, with 21 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists, and 2 steals, achieving a high shooting percentage of 75%. He has become another legend for the Clippers after Jordan. It's worth noting that during Harden's absence, Powell and Zubac were tightly guarded by their opponents, playing with frustration. Now, with Harden back, everything has become much smoother. Harden, although he didn't use all his skills in this game, still put up an impressive stat line of 24 points, 5 rebounds, and 7 assists. He's like a magnet, drawing the opponent's defense towards him and creating countless opportunities for his teammates! Powell took advantage of this gap to explode, scoring 29 points. This kind of teamwork is simply amazing! The second half was even more exciting, with the Clippers' multi-star lineup starting to show its power. Powell and Zubac took turns responding to Thompson's counterattacks. Every time Thompson started to gain momentum, he was knocked back by…

In the NBA arena filled with legends, a low whisper spreads like an electric current through every corner: "The storm of trades is brewing, who will be the next key to change the landscape?" The rumors about the three-team trade involving the Mavericks, Warriors, and Rockets have undoubtedly become the hottest topic in the basketball world. Here, every matchup is a battle of heartbeats, and each trade has the potential to reshape dynasties. Part One Under the dazzling lights of the Dallas Mavericks' home court at night, the fans' concerns cannot be hidden. The injuries to Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving are like two重磅 bombs that have instantly lost direction for this once Western powerhouse. The young faces on the bench reveal confusion and unease in their eyes. The decline in performance is like a cliff, falling from the top of the West to sixth place, and the city's basketball faith seems to be experiencing an unprecedented test. Meanwhile, in San Francisco, within the Warriors' training camp, Curry's every shot seems particularly heavy. Facing a crushing defeat by the Kings with a 30-point gap, this MVP stands alone against the ruthless competition in the Western Conference. Head coach Steve Kerr's expression grows increasingly severe as he knows the road back to the peak is much more challenging than imagined. Under the night sky of Houston, a gloomy atmosphere fills the Rockets' locker room. Multiple player injuries have weakened the team's offensive power. The suggestion from American media is like an oasis in the desert, proposing to bring in Klay Thompson,…

The Los Angeles Lakers faced the Dallas Mavericks, who were on a five-game losing streak and missing their two core players, Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. Despite this, the Lakers suffered a defeat at the hands of an undermanned Mavericks team, allowing them to end their losing streak. The final 86 seconds of the game turned into garbage time, with LeBron James and others being benched as the Lakers essentially surrendered early. James scored 18 points with 10 rebounds and 8 assists, while Anthony Davis had 21 points, 12 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 blocks, but their efforts were in vain. For the Mavericks, Washington scored 22 points with 8 rebounds, Clay had 13 points, and Dinwiddie contributed 19 points, 6 rebounds, and 8 assists. In this game, the absence of the East European duo of Doncic and Irving saw Clay leading the team into battle. In the first quarter, both sides engaged in a fierce battle, with James performing an aerial switch and a big loop dunk over LeFevre, igniting everyone's passion. James continued to showcase his skills with a powerful dunk after a successful move, indicating he was in great form. At the end of the first quarter, the Lakers led the Mavericks by 3 points with a score of 27-24. In the second quarter, Grimes and Reeves exchanged three-pointers, with the Lakers' young player Christie also performing well. Davis' performance was average, and the lead changed hands several times. By halftime, the Mavericks had overtaken the Lakers by 5 points. In the third quarter, with James off…

On January 10th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season welcomed several key battles. The Warriors, Rockets, and Mavericks each achieved victories in their respective games, with the Rockets particularly widening the gap with the Grizzlies in the battle for second place in the West, while the Warriors and Mavericks' games were filled with drama. Today's matches once again intensified the competition in the West, with changes in the standings sparking extensive discussions among fans. The Warriors narrowly defeated the Pistons 107-104: Curry's slump was still crucial. The Warriors won a close victory over the Detroit Pistons on the road, 107-104. Despite the lead being reduced to just two points at one point, Curry's two free throws in the final moments stabilized the situation, ultimately helping the Warriors secure the win. In this game, Curry's shooting efficiency was worrying, as he made only 5 of 21 shots, including just 2 of 14 from beyond the arc. However, he still contributed a comprehensive stat line of 17 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists, becoming the core of the Warriors' victory. On the Pistons' side, Cunningham put on an impressive performance, scoring 32 points with 6 rebounds and 8 assists, but unfortunately failed to lead the team to a comeback. Although the Pistons launched a fierce attack at one point, they ultimately failed to complete the comeback, and the Warriors luckily ended the Pistons' five-game winning streak. The Mavericks made a comeback against the Trail Blazers, winning 117-111: Kidd used team basketball to make up for the absence of the core. Despite the…

The annual All-Star carnival is coming again, but I'm in a panic across the ocean. According to the first phase of the NBA's official All-Star weekend voting results, Irving, who missed the All-Star last season, is currently ranked fourth among Western Conference guards, and it is obvious that he still needs more support to squeeze into the starting position. Just as I was about to mobilize the "power of the masses" to give Irving a big score, I suddenly found that there was such a mysterious army that had already marched to the "front line" and left messages under various American media celebrities; Our English is not very good, so we can only get a general idea, but we can always see the words "Kyrie" and "All Star" closely connected! After careful consideration, I realized that I had caught up with the organization, and there were all Chinese fans with Chinese IDs voting for Irving! For example, Stephen A Smith, a famous reporter, posted a plain push, but the comment section was full of calls for votes for Irving. It should be noted that one of the reasons why Irving missed the All-Star last season was the low proportion of media votes, so this time Chinese Irving fans decided to give them some intensity~ The crazier it is, the more beloved it is. Irving's influence among Chinese fans is self-evident. In terms of playing style, he is absolutely unique in the league. It is no exaggeration to say that whether it is selected from active players or boldly traced back…

Speaking of Leonard, I believe that NBA fans who like to watch are familiar with him. As a former superstar, Leonard once led the Toronto Raptors to win the first championship in the team's history in 2019. It's a pity that after coming to the Clippers later, he often got injured and played intermittently. After 253 days of hard work to return to the NBA court, he had to leave the team again after playing only a few games. So what exactly is going on? Since last season when he suffered an injury and felt unwell, the Clippers announced that Leonard would be out for the season. It wasn't until recently this season that there was news that he would make a comeback, and this wait lasted 253 days. After his return, Leonard's condition was average, and out of protection, the Clippers only let him play for about 20 minutes. In the first game against the Hawks, he played 19 minutes, shooting 4 out of 11 for 12 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 assist, helping the team win big with a score of 131:105; in the second game against the Timberwolves, Leonard played 20 minutes, shooting 3 out of 11 for 8 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 assists, but the team eventually lost 106:108. From these two games, it can be seen that Leonard's state is very average and obviously not as good as his peak period. Especially in the game against the Timberwolves, although he only played for about 20 minutes, his on-court plus-minus value was -17, the lowest…

Well, the Lakers have been quite busy lately! With the Clippers losing a game, you might think it's smooth sailing for us Lakers fans. Not so fast! The Western Conference standings are incredibly tight, and one misstep could see us falling behind. We need to take a closer look at how the Lakers can stabilize their position, push into the top four, and aim even higher. That Clippers loss was actually good news for the Lakers. Their defeat at the hands of the Timberwolves has moved us up in the rankings, and we're not far from the top four in the West. Just think about it: the Lakers are set to face the Mavericks next, which is a golden opportunity! The Mavericks are currently plagued by injuries, with Doncic and Irving both out. This is a gift from the heavens! If we can't capitalize on this, well... I'll leave that thought hanging. But let's be clear, this doesn't mean we can rest easy. The Western Conference is fiercely competitive, and a single game can change everything. However, winning games alone isn't enough! Let's get down to brass tacks: what's the biggest issue facing the Lakers right now? It's the backup center position – a glaring weakness! We were dominated by the Rockets' frontline recently, unable to compete for rebounds. Is this something we can tolerate? The Lakers management has taken notice and is actively scouting for trade targets. Names like Vucevic, Robert Williams, and Valanciunas are reportedly under consideration. Imagine if we could secure a powerhouse center; our interior strength…

The recent performance of the Dallas Mavericks has been disappointing, as they have just suffered four consecutive losses, causing their ranking to drop to sixth in the Western Conference, further away from the high position they had hoped for. The most concerning issue is the absence of Luka Doncic due to injury, which has had an undeniable impact on the team. As last year's Western Conference champions, the Mavericks should be considered strong opponents by all Western Conference teams, but now, even their opponents don't take them seriously anymore. The team faces severe challenges, especially without Doncic, where the lack of strength makes people exclaim "struggling to make ends meet." Things are not as simple as imagined. Klay Thompson, a four-time champion, still impresses with his shooting skills, but multiple knee injuries have prevented him from returning to his peak form. Currently, he averages 14.2 points, which is decent, but he is no longer the "sharpshooter" of the past. Moreover, Thompson's defense has always been criticized, making Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd reluctant to keep him on the court for too long. Although Klay can provide help on the offensive end, whether he can really solve the Mavericks' current predicament is still a big question mark. Recently, American media proposed a three-way trade plan involving the Rockets, Warriors, and Mavericks. This trade seems complicated, but if negotiations go smoothly, Thompson will be sent to the Rockets, while the Warriors will receive Mavericks' Maxi Kleber, a 2031 first-round pick, and other assets. Wiggins will join the Mavericks to become Doncic's new…

On January 8, 2025, Beijing time, the Los Angeles Lakers challenged the Dallas Mavericks away. Before the game, the Lakers played with a full squad, with LeBron James and Anthony Davis leading the double-core lineup. Facing the Mavericks without two superstar players Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, the Lakers were widely regarded as the favorites to win. However, the result of the game was unexpected, with the Lakers suffering a crushing defeat of 97-118, which not only dealt a significant blow to the Lakers but also had implications for the overall landscape of the Western Conference. At the beginning of the game, the Lakers performed well under James' leadership. In the first quarter, the Lakers held a slight lead, ending the quarter with a 27-24 score, leading the Mavericks by 3 points. However, in the second quarter, the Lakers failed to maintain their lead and instead encountered problems on the defensive end. The Mavericks launched a scoring spree of 31-23, overtaking the score and leading the Lakers by 5 points (55-50) at halftime. At this point, the Lakers' defensive vulnerabilities became apparent, especially when facing the Mavericks' offense, as they were unable to make effective adjustments. In the second half, the Lakers' performance further deteriorated. In the third quarter, the Mavericks stepped up their game, scoring 34 points while the Lakers could only manage 26. As the gap in the score widened, the Lakers still failed to find an effective counterattack in the fourth quarter, although they did reduce the deficit to single digits at one point, they were never…