On January 6, 2025, Beijing time, the Thunder with a record of 29 wins and 5 losses hosted the Celtics with a record of 26 wins and 9 losses. The Thunder currently ranks first in the West with a 14-game winning streak and remains undefeated against Eastern Conference teams this season. The Celtics, on the other hand, are the reigning NBA champions and are considered to have the best strength in the league today. Who will win this peak matchup? The Thunder's Chet and Caruso were absent, with the starting lineup being Alexander + Wallace + Dort + Jalen + Harten. The Celtics' Brown returned, with the starting lineup being Holiday + White + Brown + Tatum + Porzingis. In the first quarter, Alexander scored the first 6 points for the Thunder, while Brown, Porzingis, and White responded together, giving the Celtics a 9-6 lead. Wallace, Harten, Alexander, and Jalen then took over, surpassing by 5 points. White and Tatum scored, to which Harten and Wallace responded, giving the Thunder a 6-point lead. Brown then scored 5 points in a row, to which Wallace responded with a layup, leaving a 3-point difference. Holiday, Brown, and Tatum then took the lead by 4 points, to which Wiggins, Alexander, and Isaiah Joe responded by taking the lead by 3 points. Horford and Hauser then made two consecutive three-pointers to take the lead by 3 points. Wiggins made a layup, and Tatum made both free throws, ending the first quarter with the Celtics leading 35-32. In the second quarter, Wiggins made a three-pointer,…

On January 6th, Beijing time, in an NBA regular season game, the Thunder staged a comeback at home to defeat the defending champions. In the final quarter, they outscored the Celtics 29-12, successfully defending their home court and achieving a record-breaking 15-game winning streak; the Thunder firmly occupy first place in the West, having consecutively defeated Eastern powerhouses like the Knicks and Celtics, showcasing their championship potential with this impressive streak. During the home game against the reigning champions, the Thunder trailed by 10 points in the first half with a score of 55-65. However, in the second half, they launched a furious counterattack, narrowing the gap to 4 points in the third quarter with a score of 21-15. In the final quarter, they overwhelmed the Celtics on both offense and defense with a 29-12 run. During this period, Alexander chased down Tatum for a massive block and then assisted Hartenstein in a thunderous dunk over White. Dort contributed by hitting multiple three-pointers from outside, providing crucial firepower. Ultimately, the Thunder completed a remarkable comeback, defeating the Celtics 105-92. Alexander had an outstanding game, shooting 11 for 23 to score 33 points, grab 11 rebounds, dish out 6 assists, make 3 steals, and block 2 shots, with a +12 plus-minus rating. Alexander once again demonstrated an MVP-level performance, both offensively and defensively, leading his team to victory and extending their winning streak. This marks the 20th time this season that Alexander has scored at least 30 points in a single game, leading the league in such statistics. In the past…

NBA Regular Season: Thunder Overturn Celtics to Win 15 Consecutive Games, SGA Scores 33 Points and Tatum 26+10 On January 6th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued. In today's focus game, the defending champion Celtics visited the Thunder, who had won 14 consecutive games. The Celtics took a 3-point lead at the end of the first quarter and expanded it to a 10-point lead in the second quarter with a score of 30-23. The Thunder narrowed the gap by winning 6 points in the third quarter and took a 12-point lead at the beginning of the fourth quarter with a 24-8 run. The Celtics failed to catch up, and the Thunder eventually defeated the Celtics 105-92 at home. The Thunder has won 15 consecutive games, continuing to break their team record, ranking first in the West with a record of 30 wins and 5 losses; the Celtics' record is now 26 wins and 10 losses, remaining second in the East. Both sides' data:‌ Celtics - Tatum 26 points and 10 rebounds, Jaylen Brown 21 points, Porzingis 19 points and 9 rebounds, White 11 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists, Holiday 2 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists, Horford 6 points and 8 rebounds. Thunder - Alexander 33 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists, Jaylen Williams 10 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists, Hatten 8 points and 10 rebounds, Wallace 13 points and 3 rebounds, Dort 14 points and 6 rebounds, Wiggins 15 points. Star of the Game: Alexander Alexander played for 37 minutes, shooting 11 of 23, including 3…

On January 6th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season witnessed a strong dialogue as the Thunder staged a comeback victory over the Celtics at home, securing their 15th consecutive win. Alexander remained a stable contributor in this game, facing off against two formidable defenders, White and Holiday. Alexander played for 39 minutes, shooting 11 of 23 from the field, 3 of 6 from beyond the arc, and a perfect 8 of 8 from the free-throw line, accumulating 33 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 steals, and 2 blocks, filling up the stat sheet. With this victory, the Thunder extended their winning streak to 15 games, continuing to break their team's record for consecutive wins. They also maintained their undefeated record against Eastern Conference teams, achieving an 11-game winning streak against them. The Celtics only managed to score 92 points in this game, which marks the first time this season they failed to reach the century mark. Their previous lowest score was 104 points, despite averaging a high 119.3 points per game this season, ranking third in the entire league. However, they were completely stifled in this match. The Celtics' offensive struggles were also related to their opponents' tenacious defense. Including this game, the Thunder have now limited their opponents to under 100 points on 16 occasions this season, leading the league in this statistic. Currently, the Thunder's average points allowed is just 103, which is also the best in the league.

Kevin Durant's announcement has caused a seismic shift in the league, with teams like the Rockets and Warriors responding accordingly. In the absence of Booker, the Suns have only managed to secure one win out of six games. Despite Durant's heroic performances, including scoring 37 points against the Pacers, a season-high 43 points against the Pistons, and another 31 points against his old rivals, the Warriors, the team's losses overshadow these individual achievements. The Suns have only won once since Booker's absence, during the Christmas Day game against the Nuggets, with Durant consistently delivering star-level performances but still unable to secure victories. Durant's frustration with the team's situation is evident, as other players fail to provide support on both ends of the court, leaving him isolated in crucial moments. The team's inability to trade the instigator of their losing streak further exacerbates Durant's dissatisfaction, leading to feelings of hopelessness regarding championship aspirations. Following a close loss to the Warriors, Durant openly expressed his desire for a trade, which could potentially trigger significant changes across the league. Teams such as the Rockets, Thunder, Warriors, Mavericks, and even the Suns themselves have shown interest in facilitating a trade, with many willing to offer substantial assets for the 36-year-old veteran. The Rockets, currently second in the West, lack a superstar presence that could elevate them in critical moments. They are prepared to offer multiple first-round picks and young players to entice the Suns, making the acquisition of Durant seem almost inevitable. The Lakers have also publicly declared their willingness to part with anyone…

The Thunder have won again, defeating the Knicks 117-107 in a remarkable comeback, securing their 14th consecutive victory and solidifying their position as the undisputed first in the Western Conference. Despite trailing by 14 points at one point, the Thunder managed to turn the game around, demonstrating the qualities of a true powerhouse team. This 14-game winning streak has set a new franchise record for the Thunder, surpassing the previous record of 13 consecutive wins held by their predecessor, the SuperSonics. The Thunder are truly championship contenders, possessing all the necessary components for a title run. Their core player, Alexander, is capable of leading the charge and is currently the second favorite for the MVP award, only behind Jokic. Their frontline is bolstered by Holmgren and Hatton, while the wing positions are occupied by Jay, along with Caruso and Dort. Once Holmgren recovers from his injury, the Thunder will be unstoppable. Against the Knicks, the Thunder effectively showcased two key strengths. The first is their ability to deliver decisive blows, thanks to the supergiant Alexander. Hatton's dominance in the paint also left the Knicks in awe. They really didn't want to let Hatton go, but they had no choice. Hatton's relentless rebounding and his playmaking abilities make him akin to a blue-collar version of Jokic. The game was indeed thrilling, with both teams locked in a stalemate in the first quarter. The Knicks' starting lineup, featuring Brunson, Bridges, Hart, Anunoby, and Towns, were in full swing, with Thibodeau heavily relying on these five players, maintaining an eight-man rotation. The Thunder,…

NBA regular season is in full swing, with 30 teams making a strong push, and the league's landscape is beginning to take shape. The competition for various regular-season awards has also entered a white-hot stage. So far, Giannis Antetokounmpo leads the scoring chart with a slight advantage over Towns, who leads the rebounding chart by a narrow margin over Sabonis. Trae Young has a commanding lead in assists, while Daniels leads the steals chart with an absolute advantage, and Wembanyama leads the blocks chart by a wide margin! At the same time, the race for the regular-season MVP is quietly undergoing subtle changes. In the first two months of the new season, many superstar players have taken the lead in the MVP race with their stable and efficient performances. The most popular among them is Jokic, a three-time MVP winner! Since winning the championship, the Nuggets have been cutting down their roster, but Jokic always finds ways to keep the team competitive! In the new season, Jokic played 30 games for the Nuggets, averaging 31 points (third in the league) + 13.2 rebounds (third in the league) + 9.7 assists (second in the league) + 1.7 steals + 2.3 three-pointers, with a shooting percentage of 55.3% and a three-point shooting percentage of 47.9% (first in the league). The Nuggets are currently ranked fifth in the West with a record of 19 wins and 14 losses, just half a game behind the fourth-placed Lakers (20 wins and 14 losses). It can be said without exaggeration that as long as the Nuggets…

NBA Western Conference Latest Rankings: Spurs Create NBA Miracle, Lakers Receive Big Gift, 5 Teams Swap Rankings Beijing time January 4, 2025, today's NBA has 9 games, the Lakers, Nuggets, Thunder, Mavericks, Rockets, Spurs, Grizzlies, Kings, Pelicans participated in it, after the game, the Western Conference rankings have changed.‌ The Mavericks played at home against the Cavaliers, lacking Doncic and Irving, their insufficient combat power was not an opponent of the Cavaliers, the Cavaliers quickly took a big lead, once leading by 27 points, in the fourth quarter garbage time the Mavericks narrowed the gap, eventually the Cavaliers defeated the Mavericks with a 12-point advantage. Mobley made 14 of 21 shots for 34 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 blocks, while Grammes made 9 of 14 shots for 26 points, 2 rebounds, and 6 assists. After the loss, the Mavericks dropped from fifth to sixth in the West with a record of 20 wins and 15 losses. The Mavericks have recently been plagued by injuries, and Doncic will be out for several weeks, so their ranking is expected to continue to decline. The Nuggets hosted the Spurs, with the Nuggets missing Gordon and the Spurs missing Sohan. On paper, the Nuggets had the advantage, but the game process was unexpected. In the first half, the Spurs suppressed the Nuggets, once leading by 12 points. At halftime, the Spurs led by 8 points. In the third quarter, Jokic scored 18 points in a single quarter, leading the Nuggets to overtake by 3 points. In the fourth quarter, the two sides…

In this article, we delve into the NBA's Oklahoma City Thunder, a team that has been making waves with its impressive collection of future first-round draft picks. The Thunder's management seems to have a clear vision for the future, amassing a wealth of draft capital that could potentially lead them to build a championship-caliber team. The Thunder holds all of their own first-round picks for the next seven years, positioning themselves as a powerhouse in terms of draft assets. They have also acquired additional first-round picks from other teams, such as an unprotected pick from the Clippers in 2026 and a top-four protected pick from the Rockets in the same year. Their strategic maneuvering allows them to select the lower of two picks among the Clippers, Rockets, and their own, which they then pass on to the 76ers. For 2025, the Thunder boasts a diverse range of picks, including a top-ten protected pick from the Jazz (or top-eight in 2026), a top-14 protected pick from the Heat (or unprotected in 2026), and a top-six protected pick from the 76ers, which converts to top-four protection if it extends to 2026 or 2027. Looking ahead to 2027 and beyond, the Thunder continues to hold valuable draft picks, including a top-five protected pick from the Nuggets in both 2027 and 2028. This indicates that the Nuggets may have been particularly targeted by the Thunder in their draft pick acquisitions. The Thunder's arsenal also includes multiple first-round pick swap rights, giving them even more flexibility in the draft. For instance, they hold swap rights…

The NBA has announced that Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault and Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson have been named the Western and Eastern Conference Coaches of the Month for December, respectively. During this period, both the Thunder and the Cavaliers had a record of 12 wins and 1 loss. The NBA has also announced that Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and New York Knicks center/forward Karl-Anthony Towns have been named the Western and Eastern Conference Players of the Month for December, respectively. During this period, Alexander played in 13 games, averaging 34.5 minutes per game with 33.3 points, 5.8 rebounds, 5.2 assists, 2.5 steals, and 1.2 blocks, with a field goal percentage of 56.3% and a three-point percentage of 36.6%. The Thunder had a record of 12 wins and 1 loss (data from the NBA Cup against the Bucks is not included). Towns played in 13 games, averaging 34.6 minutes per game with 23.2 points, 14.6 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 1.1 blocks, with a field goal percentage of 56.6% and a three-point percentage of 39.0%. The Knicks had a record of 12 wins and 2 losses. The NBA has announced that Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. and Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley have been named the Western and Eastern Conference Defensive Players of the Month for December, respectively. During this period, the Grizzlies' defensive efficiency ranked third in the West at 108.1, and Jackson was the only player in the NBA to record at least 20 blocks and 20 steals in December. Jackson played in…