The Houston Rockets dominated the Denver Nuggets in a regular-season game on January 16th, Beijing time. In this match, Jokic did not play, and the Rockets overwhelmed the Nuggets in the first half. They continued to widen the point difference and ultimately secured a significant victory with a final score of 128-108. During this game, Green was once again the star player, exploding with an impressive performance. He has been able to completely control the game's momentum in recent matches, boasting high shooting percentages both inside and outside the three-point line. This allowed Green to score an impressive 34 points, making 10 out of 16 shots. If he maintains this level of play, Green stands a strong chance of being selected for the All-Star Game. His current scoring ability is already among the top-tier in the league. Amon and VanVleet have become the backbone of the team. Although Amon did not have a massive offensive explosion, he scored 11 points with 4 out of 8 shots. His greatest contribution to the Rockets lies in his rebounding and defensive capabilities. With 9 rebounds throughout the game, he also had 4 steals and 2 blocks. Under his protection, Amon had the highest plus-minus rating on the team. Notably, Amon's performance in the first quarter was quite poor, but he quickly adjusted and improved after the second quarter. VanVleet has found his optimal role within the team. He refrains from taking unnecessary shots and instead passes the ball to his teammates. Although he took more shots than usual today, he recorded 8 assists…

On January 16th, Beijing time, in an NBA regular season game, the Houston Rockets defeated the Denver Nuggets 128-108 on the road, securing their fifth consecutive victory. Although they still have a noticeable gap from the first place Thunder in the Western Conference, this winning streak has solidified their position as second in the West. The Nuggets, on the other hand, saw their four-game winning streak come to an end with this loss, remaining in fourth place in the West. Prior to the game, the Nuggets announced that Jokic would be out due to injury. Without their star player, the team's overall competitiveness took a hit. Despite strong performances from Murray and Westbrook, they were unable to withstand the more aggressive Rockets. In the second quarter, the Rockets went on a 41-25 run, extending the lead to over 20 points. The Nuggets continued to fight back, but without Jokic, they were significantly weakened on both ends of the court, ultimately suffering a crushing defeat at home and ending their winning streak. Without Jokic, Murray continued his hot streak from the previous game, scoring 22 points with 8-of-14 shooting, 3 rebounds, and 5 assists, including 4-of-5 from beyond the arc. Westbrook also contributed 17 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists, while Braun added 22 points. However, even with these efforts, the Nuggets were mostly dominated by the Rockets, showing little resistance. Jokic's absence had a significant impact on the team, and the other players were unable to fill the void left by his departure. On the Rockets' side, the team maintained…

A major upset occurred at the Nuggets' home court! Can you believe it? The fourth-ranked Nuggets in the West were actually overturned by the tenth-ranked Spurs! MVP favorite Jokic scored 41 points, 18 rebounds, and 9 assists, but it was all for naught! On the other side, "French Little Giant" Wenban Yama sealed his legend with 35 points and 18 rebounds, plus 4 assists and 2 blocks! Wow, these stats are simply explosive! This game on January 4th, 2025, is destined to go down in history! Before the game, everyone thought the Nuggets would win easily. With Jokic leading the charge and in top form this season, the Spurs didn't seem to have much else besides Wenban Yama. But who knew that this young man would lead a group of little brothers to give the Nuggets a lesson! Gordon and Sohan were injured, so the Nuggets' starting lineup was Murray, Westbrook, Braun, Porter, and Jokic; while the Spurs had Paul, Vassell, Castle, Barnes, and Wenban Yama. Looking at this lineup, fans thought there was no suspense in the game. The game started with Porter giving the Nuggets a good start, making a layup with ease. But the Spurs quickly responded, with Castle and Wenban Yama scoring inside and out, launching an 8-2 run to give the Nuggets a wake-up call. Jokic saw that this wouldn't do and immediately began his scoring show, operating inside and scoring 4 points in a row. But Wenban Yama, this kid, was like cheating, impossible to guard! He shot from beyond the three-point line and…

Big Win! Jokic with 10+2, Murray's Heroics, Westbrook 3/11, Irving Struggles, Western No. 5 Changes Hands On January 15th, Beijing time, the Mavericks played against the Nuggets at home, and the game ended with the Mavericks losing to the Nuggets 99-118. The Mavericks had just played a game against the Nuggets, where they were ultimately reversed, but they still showed their abilities in the game. Now that the two teams met again, Irving returned to the game, so the Mavericks were hopeful of avenging the Nuggets. Moreover, this game was very important for the Mavericks. If the Mavericks continued to lose to the Nuggets, the win difference between the Mavericks and the Nuggets would continue to widen, with the Nuggets currently leading the Mavericks by 1.5 wins. The starting lineup for the Mavericks in this game was: Irving, Clay, Marshall, Washington, and Levli, while the Nuggets' starting lineup was: Westbrook, Murray, Braun, Porter, and Jokic. In the first quarter, the Nuggets made an 11-4 run, followed by Gafford scoring to stop the bleeding. However, the Mavericks performed poorly in the subsequent game, with Murray hitting a three-pointer and Porter also making a shot, giving the Nuggets a 10-point lead. After a timeout, Westbrook hit a three-pointer, and Ding Wei Di scored to stop the bleeding. In the following game, Murray and Porter continued to score, slowly extending the Nuggets' lead to 15 points. At the end of the period, Ding Wei Di made a 2+1 to stop the bleeding, Jokic scored with a shot, and then Murray helped the Nuggets…

The Western Conference is heating up with some unexpected twists and turns that are as thrilling as a palace drama series! Firstly, we saw the return of Jokic, who led his team to an overtime comeback victory. Then, without Curry and Morant on the court, the Warriors managed to defeat the Grizzlies! Most surprisingly, the Rockets did nothing but found themselves in second place in the West. What a magical plot twist! Jokic, after losing to the Spurs, came back strong, scoring 14 points in the first quarter alone. In overtime, he went into overdrive, making it seem like Wembanyama was just a child in front of him. Jokic finished with 46 points, 9 rebounds, and 10 assists, leading his team to a 122-111 win and pushing the Lakers down to fifth place in the West. The Warriors, without Curry and Morant, played a fantastic team game, with points coming from everywhere. Green's crucial three-pointer sealed the deal, and the Warriors won 121-113 against the Grizzlies, securing their second consecutive victory. Meanwhile, the Rockets, without lifting a finger, became the second in the West due to the Warriors' win over the Grizzlies. With a record of 22 wins and 12 losses, they have one more win than the Grizzlies. However, whether they can maintain this position depends on their upcoming game against the Lakers. The Western Conference is sure to get even more exciting, with rankings changing rapidly and new surprises every day. It's anyone's guess which team among the Lakers, Nuggets, Grizzlies, and Rockets will come out on top!…

On January 15th, Beijing time, the Mavericks lost 99-118 to the Nuggets at home, with Doncic out due to injury and Irving returning. The game lost suspense from the first quarter, with the Nuggets leading 36-21 after the first quarter. In the second quarter, the Nuggets won by 11 points with a score of 35-24, leading 71-45 at halftime. The entire second half became garbage time! Jamal Murray had his strongest game of the season: playing 37 minutes, shooting 18 of 26, making 5 of 9 three-pointers, 4 of 4 free throws, scoring 45 points, 2 rebounds, 6 assists, and 2 steals. Before this game, Murray's highest score this season was only 34 points. This is the fifth time in Murray's career that he has scored over 40 points, and it is also his highest score since February 20, 2021 (50 points). Murray only played 19 minutes in the first half, shooting 12 of 15, making 4 of 6 three-pointers, 4 of 4 free throws, and scoring 32 points with 3 assists. Seeing Murray in such good form, Jokic only attempted 2 shots in the first half, which is the ultimate selflessness. This is the third time in Murray's regular-season career that he has scored over 30 points in a half, tying Anthony and Jokic for the most in Nuggets history. In the entire game, Jokic shot 4 of 7, made 1 of 2 three-pointers, 1 of 2 free throws, and got 10 points, 14 rebounds, 10 assists, 2 steals, with a plus-minus of +23, the highest in the game.…

A 19-point comeback: Why did the Nuggets take another step forward? In one game, they were 19 points behind and eventually completed a reversal with a score of 112-101. This game, which can be called a "roller coaster of the heart," how could the Nuggets climb out of the mud? Is the chemistry between Westbrook and Jokic really the key to the Nuggets' comeback? What is the story behind the comprehensive outbreak from the bench to the starting lineup? This game not only played out excitingly but also left a pile of thought-provoking questions. The Mavericks indeed suffered from being "short-staffed" in this game - Doncic and Irving both rested, which made people wonder, "Can the Mavericks without a leader hold up?" However, in the first half of the game, they slapped this question in the face with their actions. Especially Klay Thompson, the veteran's 11-point explosion in a single quarter made the Nuggets' defense suffer. Throughout the game, Klay hit six three-pointers and contributed 25 points, not only consolidating the Mavericks' lead of up to 19 points but also proving that he still has the ability to dominate the rhythm of the game. However, the hidden danger of lacking core players gradually emerged. The Mavericks' tactical choices became monotonous at critical moments, lacking the control power of Doncic as the "pillar of the sea" and Irving's ability to make key shots, ultimately leading to their inability to withstand the storm of the reversal. If Klay supported the Mavericks' sky in the first half, then the wind and rain in…

Finally Understand Why Liaoning Men's Basketball Beat Shanghai, After Analysis, Enlightenment I am Daikoku Wing 2025-01-15 00:11 Follow Finally understand why Liaoning men's basketball beat Shanghai, after the analysis, it is clear. Netizens hotly debated and pointed out incisively and vividly: "After watching Shanghai's recent games, Lofton is just like Jokic of the Nuggets, not only can he score and rebound himself, but also excel in connecting the team! The return ball of Shanghai is very勉强, but Lofton was also a technical foul on the bench during the timeout. If Shanghai wants to become a strong team, there are still many details that need to be strengthened. It is worth mentioning that Zhao Jiwei did not play well and has a big temper. Who spoiled his bad habits? He is paid top salary but still plays badly. Zhao Jiwei himself is not good at playing, and his mind is not right, with many tricks. He just plays smart all day long. If Yang Ming's guidance doesn't work, then cut Zhao Jiwei. With him, it's fifty-fifty, without him, it's forty." Liaoning men's basketball really didn't have much to watch in this game. Although they won the score, they didn't win convincingly. Shanghai's three-pointers in the second half were really accurate, and Fu Hao's performance was naturally stable. As a meritorious player, Da Han should retire early if he can't play anymore! After this year's foreign aid system, the offensive and defensive rhythm of the league has obviously become much faster, and Da Han and Er Ge can no longer keep up.…

Recently, Westbrook has been performing exceptionally well. Since entering 2025, he has been averaging 08+8+8, compensating for Murray's subpar form. Although he still occasionally makes mistakes, overall, Westbrook has returned to being an MVP-level player. Due to his outstanding performance, there has been widespread attention on whether he can stay with the Nuggets. Because of Westbrook's excellent state, it has recently been reported that the Nuggets management has offered him a contract extension. This is a two-year contract worth between 28millionand28 million and 28millionand30 million, with a trade penalty clause included. For the Nuggets, this offer is full of sincerity, as they have no salary cap space left; this is the largest contract they can offer. However, if Westbrook signs such a contract, it will make it even more difficult for the Nuggets to strengthen their team next season. In terms of amount, this contract offer may not fully match the immense value Westbrook brings to the team. But considering Westbrook's age and that his aspirations do not lie in big contracts, this contract still feels respectful to him. Whether Westbrook stays or not has absolutely nothing to do with the contract amount. Westbrook has found a new sense of belonging with the Nuggets. He has good chemistry with Jokic, and the team has the potential to compete for the championship. For a veteran aiming to win a title, the allure of a championship might be more important than money. Therefore, whether Westbrook stays with the Nuggets largely depends on the team's performance this season. If the Nuggets win the…

The NBA regular season schedule is nearing its halfway point, with the Western Conference competition heating up. The Thunder are firmly in first place, having won 32 of their first 38 games, with a win rate close to 85%, giving them a high probability of achieving 70 wins for the season! Young teams like the Rockets and Grizzlies have risen through strong defense, and both have good roster depth. The Rockets' Jalen Green's form has gradually improved, and it is not difficult for these two teams to secure a top-four spot in the West. However, in reality, they may become easy targets for the lower half of the playoff bracket. The most competitive area is the play-in tournament zone; specifically, from the fifth-place Mavericks to the twelfth-place Spurs, there is only a three-game difference, leaving much room for change. As the season progresses, many teams are gradually getting back on track. For example, the previously disintegrating Kings quietly achieved a seven-game winning streak to return to the top ten; the Suns also stabilized after a three-game winning streak with Bill coming off the bench. However, one team that is quite surprising is the Nuggets. As the 23-year champions, the Nuggets were stopped by the Timberwolves at the Western Conference Finals last season. During the offseason, the Nuggets gave Murray a four-year, $208 million super-max contract extension, which included a drop to ninth in the West at the beginning of the season. At that time, even Jokic was almost overwhelmed, bluntly stating that some people were not suitable for starting roles,…