The battle between the Eastern and Western Conference powerhouses, the league-leading Cavaliers and the second-ranked Thunder, was highly anticipated. The Thunder entered the game on a 15-game winning streak, while the Cavaliers were on a 10-game streak. In the end, the Cavaliers emerged victorious with a score of 129-122. Despite the Thunder's impressive run, they fell short against the Cavaliers, who displayed a formidable combination of offense and defense with no apparent weaknesses and a deep rotation. The absence of Holmgren was a significant blow to the Thunder, as Hartenstein put up a strong performance but struggled to match up against the Cavaliers' twin towers, Allen and Mobley. The Thunder's backcourt, led by Alexander, outperformed Mitchell, but the Cavaliers' interior duo of Mobley and Allen proved to be a tough challenge. The Cavaliers' Strus and Jerome provided valuable contributions off the bench, while the Thunder's supporting cast, including Joe and Wiggins, struggled to keep up. Both teams played with high defensive intensity from the start, as this matchup could potentially be a preview of the NBA Finals. The Cavaliers started strong with Garland and Wade scoring six points from beyond the arc, while the Thunder responded with Jai. The Cavaliers then capitalized on their interior advantage, with Allen dominating the paint. Strus played a pivotal role, not only nailing three-pointers but also dishing out assists. The Cavaliers quickly took control, while the Thunder relied on Alexander and Jai's individual scoring prowess to stay competitive, leading by seven points at the end of the first quarter. In the second quarter, the…

The season for the 76ers is nearing its halfway point, and George has missed 10 games so far. In the remaining 24 games, he has averaged 16.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, 4.6 assists, and 1.8 steals, with shooting percentages of 41.4%, 33.5%, and 85.3%. His scoring average is the lowest since his first two years in the league and the year he suffered a major injury, while his shooting percentage is a career low, and his three-point shooting percentage is the lowest since his rookie season. George's true shooting percentage is just over 50%, which is comparable to that of the Warriors' Waters. Not to mention yesterday's game, where George shot 5 out of 18, scoring 13 points, grabbing 9 rebounds, and dishing out 5 assists, as the 76ers lost by a 10-point margin. George's performance as an "iron man" was quite fitting. This season, George has played 24 games, scoring over 30 points in only two of them, and exceeding 20 points in just five games. He has scored in single digits four times, and below 15 points in 14 games, which is more than half of the total. It can be said that even as the third option, he is not fulfilling his role effectively. Now, it seems that no Clippers fan regrets letting George go, considering his big contract. It appears that someone got the short end of the stick in this deal. George's decline came unexpectedly. After all, in the previous two seasons, he was selected to the All-Star team and put up impressive stats of 23.8…

On January 9th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued with the Oklahoma City Thunder visiting the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Thunder were on a 15-game winning streak, while the Cavaliers were on a 10-game winning streak, making this matchup between the top teams in the East and West akin to a collision between Mars and Earth. The Cavaliers took the lead early in the game, but the Thunder came from behind to take a 7-point lead by the end of the first quarter. In the second quarter, the Cavaliers unleashed their firepower, outscoring the Thunder by 10 points to take the lead. After halftime, both teams engaged in a fierce shootout, with the Cavaliers scoring 41 points and the Thunder scoring 43 points in a single quarter, marking the first time this season that both teams scored over 40 points in a quarter! In the final quarter, the two teams exchanged leads, with the suspense lasting until the end. The Cavaliers seized the initiative through their rebounding advantage, and Garland made a crucial layup to seal the game! Ultimately, the Thunder lost to the Cavaliers 122-129. The Thunder, the Western Conference powerhouse, had previously won all 11 games against Eastern Conference teams, earning them the title of invincible in the East; the Cavaliers, the Eastern Conference powerhouse, had won all 10 games against Western Conference teams, earning them the title of invincible in the West! The two teams met in a battle of gods, drawing level 8 times and exchanging leads 26 times, each showcasing their unique strengths! The Thunder…

The NBA has embarked on its new journey in 2025, with the 2025 San Francisco All-Star voting in full swing. Teams across the league are gradually finding their rhythm, and their goals are becoming clearer. At the same time, star players are giving their all to compete for spots in the All-Star starting lineup! At this juncture, winning streaks not only boost morale but also garner popularity. Looking across the entire league, there is one team in each conference that is currently on a long winning streak, and their star players have also gained the favor of fans in the All-Star voting. Next, let me unveil their true identities for you. In the East, the longest winning streak does not belong to the defending champion Boston Celtics, nor does it belong to the Bucks, Knicks, 76ers, and other multi-star powerhouses; it belongs to the Eastern powerhouse Cleveland Cavaliers. At the start of the season, the Cavaliers broke their franchise record for the longest winning streak with a 15-game streak, which also established their leading position in the East. After a 10-point victory over the Hornets, the Cavaliers once again achieved a 10-game winning streak, making them the only team in the league's new season to achieve two 10+ game winning streaks. During this 10-game winning streak, the Cavaliers defeated teams such as the Wizards, Nets, Bucks, 76ers, Jazz, Nuggets, Warriors, Lakers, and Mavericks, truly demonstrating their dominance! From a 15-game winning streak to a 10-game winning streak, the Cavaliers have quietly transformed, relying on their deep roster and the pivotal…

New season, new pattern, the league competition changes rapidly! In the East, the Cavaliers are in the lead with a record of 31 wins and 4 losses, surpassing the defending champion Celtics (26 wins and 10 losses) at the top; in the West, the Thunder is making great progress, ranking first in the West with 30 wins and 5 losses! According to statistics, this is the first time since the 1971-72 season that two teams have won more than 30 games in the first 35 games of the season! In another statistical data, after Christmas, the Thunder has won all seven games, surpassing the Cavaliers (5 wins and 0 losses), the best in the league at the same period! Without a doubt, the Oklahoma City Thunder is the hottest team in the league right now, with a promising situation! The Thunder has won 15 consecutive victories, breaking the team's historical record. Last season, the Thunder could only be considered a dark horse in the West. During the regular season, the Thunder tied with the former champion Denver Nuggets in the West with a record of 57 wins and 25 losses! However, in the eyes of many people, the Thunder is too young. They can dominate the regular season but find it difficult to achieve anything in the playoffs. As expected, the Thunder swept Zion 4-0 in the first round, but was hit by the Mavericks' iron fist in the Western Conference semifinals, losing 2-4 and being eliminated, exposing shortcomings such as lack of experience and an empty interior! Last offseason,…

Thunder's Big Win Over Celtics! Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Scores 33+11, Doc Rivers' Prediction Comes True, Clippers Shouldn't Have Traded 9 for 1 The Thunder and the Celtics had a fierce battle, with the Thunder ultimately achieving a great comeback victory, winning 105-92. In their next game, the Thunder will face the Cavaliers, who are currently first in the East, which could be a preview of the finals. The Thunder, currently first in the West, have won 15 consecutive games and are leading by a wide margin. The Cavaliers have also won 10 straight games and are far ahead in the East. The Thunder have a record of 30 wins and 5 losses, while the Cavaliers have 31 wins and 4 losses. If the Thunder win their next game, they will have the same record as the Cavaliers. If they lose, the Cavaliers will solidify their position as the top team in the league. This 15-game winning streak is also the longest in Thunder history, surpassing the record from the SuperSonics era. In this game, the Celtics once held an advantage because they had their strongest lineup. The Celtics lined up a formidable starting five of Holiday, White, Jaylen Brown, Tatum, and Porzingis, with Horford on the bench. The Thunder, on the other hand, stuck to their regular starting lineup, with Alexander and Wallace in the backcourt, Dort on the wing, and Giddey and Hartenstein in the frontcourt. The Celtics, who play with a "Moreyball" system, were indeed unstoppable when their shooting was hot. In the first quarter, the Celtics went on…

The Clippers have recently been facing some challenges, especially in their match against the Thunder, which seems to hold little suspense. The Thunder are currently on a 12-game winning streak, with a momentum that is hard to stop. On the Clippers' side, the most concerning news is Harden's announcement of rest due to an inguinal injury, which is undoubtedly adding insult to injury for the Clippers who are trying to break through their bottleneck. Honestly, once Harden goes on rest, it's like the Clippers have lost their strongest engine. Although the remaining players are full of fighting spirit, they face a hot team like the Thunder with almost zero chances of victory. Harden's inguinal injury is not a new issue; he has been playing through the pain, with frequent red flags raised during this period. Now, he has finally "reached his limit" and announced his rest, indicating that Harden's physical condition has reached a point where he must take a break. For the Clippers, it can be described as "leaking house hit by连夜rain." After Harden's rest, the Clippers' lineup is almost devoid of All-Star level players, making it a dream to defeat the Thunder. Other players on the Clippers are either inconsistent in form or injured, making it too difficult to rely on a single player to carry the team. As everyone worries about the Clippers' future, the team has started to make positive adjustments and initiated a trade plan. According to reports, their target is the European tough guy center - Valanciunas. The Clippers clearly realize that, aside from…

With the Lakers losing to the Rockets and the Thunder reversing the Celtics, changes in the Western rankings! The Thunder, ranked first in the West, has won 15 consecutive victories, while the Lakers surprisingly lost to the Rockets. Behind this seemingly ordinary result of the game, there is a fierce shake-up in the Western pattern. Is it time to tear off the label of "pseudo-strong team" from the Rockets? What impact will Amon's emergence have on the West? ▶ The unexpected joy of the Rockets The Rockets' performance this season has been questioned. Their record of 22 wins and 12 losses looks bright, but it is always considered a false appearance built on defense, lacking real competitiveness. In this game against the Lakers, almost no one favored them before the game. However, the young players of the Rockets responded to all doubts with a thrilling victory. Jalen Green scored 33 points, showing his leadership qualities; Amon Thompson contributed a comprehensive data of 23 points and 16 rebounds, showing amazing energy on both offense and defense, even making James hard to handle. This victory not only improved the ranking of the Rockets, but more importantly, it boosted the morale and self-confidence of the team. The victory of the Rockets was not accidental. They focus on defense, using the vitality and impact of young players to play an efficient transition offense. The addition of Amon Thompson has injected new vitality into the team. He can not only score, but also grab rebounds, organize offense, and limit the core players of the opponent…

On January 6th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued, and all the games for today have been completed. Although there were only 6 games, 5 strong teams from the Western Conference faced off. Due to the fierce competition in the West, the Western Conference landscape has changed after today's games. Although the rankings in the West haven't changed much, there has been a significant change in the number of wins between the teams. Let's take a look. Thunder's Momentum Continues The Thunder hosted the Celtics in this game, which the Celtics took very seriously, fielding their full core lineup. At halftime, they had established a 10-point lead thanks to their excellent performance. However, as the Thunder's defense began to dominate in the second half, the Celtics only managed to score 27 points in total for the entire half, ultimately being reversed by the Thunder. In this game, Alexander on the Thunder side scored 33 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 steals, and 2 blocks. After the victory, the Thunder extended their winning streak to 15 games, becoming the second team in the league to reach 30 wins. They remain undefeated against Eastern Conference teams this season. In their next game, they will face the Cavaliers, who are first in the league and have yet to lose to a Western Conference team. This matchup is definitely worth looking forward to. Currently, the Thunder leads the second-place Rockets by 7 wins. Given their stability and strength, it seems that the top spot in the West is almost guaranteed for them this…

On January 6th, Beijing time, the Thunder made a comeback against the Celtics to secure their 15th consecutive victory. In this game, the Celtics had a lead of up to 13 points in the first half, but were held to only 15 points in the third quarter by the Thunder's defense. The defending champions scored an even more surprising 12 points in the fourth quarter, and the Thunder won with a strong offensive and defensive performance in the second half. The Cavaliers, on the other hand, defeated the Hornets 115-105, with the final quarter being garbage time. This might be the terrifying dominance of the league leaders, as the Cavaliers secured their 10th consecutive victory after this game. Alexander faced the Celtics' defense (first in defensive efficiency), scoring 33 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 steals, and 2 blocks in 38 minutes and 52 seconds, shooting 11 for 23, 3 for 6 from three-point range, and 8 for 8 from the free-throw line, with a true shooting percentage of 62.2%. He outperformed Tatum, who had 26 points, 10 rebounds, and 1 assist, and Brown, who had 21 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists. SGA's MVP odds are currently at 34.7%, while Jokic's MVP odds are at 48.8%. SGA is about to face a crucial battle that could determine his MVP odds, with his next opponent being the Cavaliers. The two teams will meet for the first time this season on January 9th, with the Western Conference leader facing the Eastern Conference leader. The Thunder currently have a record of 30…