NBA regular season Lakers away challenge the Raptors, the new season Lakers won 3 consecutive victories dream start, but then two games again suffered 2 consecutive defeats. In this game against the Raptors, who are not strong and lack Barnes, can they win easily? The Lakers' starting five: James, Davis, Reeves, Russell, Hachimura. The Raptors' starters are Mitchell, Dick, Barrett, Abaki, and Poeltl. In the first quarter of the game, the Lakers took the lead early and entered the state quickly, with James, Davis, and Reeves combining for a 7-0 run to start the game. Poeltl scored a layup to open the scoring for the Raptors. But immediately, James, Davis, and Russell teamed up to score another 7-0 run, extending the lead to 12 points. Just as Barrett and Dick stopped the bleeding for the Raptors, Christie and Hachimura each made a 2+1 play, followed by Davis and James scoring consecutively, widening the gap to 23 points. After Barrett made a 2+1 play, James responded with a three-pointer, ending the first quarter with the Lakers leading 43-19 on the road, a 24-point advantage. In the first quarter, James was in excellent form, shooting 5-for-7 for 14 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist. Entering the second quarter, James continued his hot hand, scoring 2 points with an attack on the basket right away. However, the Raptors quickly responded with a 9-2 run to reduce the deficit to within 20 points. Knickert and James combined for 5 points to extend the lead again. Reeves caused a foul from beyond the three-point line…

In the current NBA league, it is particularly difficult for a team to successfully defend their championship title. The Boston Celtics managed to win the championship last year, but this year they face significant challenges in attempting to repeat their success and claim another title. The Celtics boast an impressive core lineup that is considered the most perfect in the league: Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Kristaps Porzingis, Jrue Holiday, and Derrick White form a formidable quintet, supported by players like Payton Pritchard, Al Horford, and Sam Hauser. However, even with such a strong roster, the Celtics have occasionally suffered unexpected losses to weaker teams, causing a major upset in the league's dynamics. The Celtics have a record of 28 wins and 12 losses, placing them second in the Eastern Conference, just behind the Cleveland Cavaliers. Meanwhile, the Toronto Raptors have a record of 10 wins and 31 losses, ranking 13th in the East and third from the bottom in their division. Despite the clear advantage in terms of roster strength, the Raptors managed to pull off a surprising victory against the defending champions, the Celtics. In the final quarter of their recent match, the Celtics experienced a nearly four-minute scoring drought, while the Raptors sealed the game with a decisive 14-2 run. This unexpected defeat has left many fans and analysts puzzled, as even the Celtics' head coach, Ime Udoka, has been unable to pinpoint the cause. According to official reports from ESPN experts, the Celtics have won only two out of their last five games, with three losses featuring…

On January 16th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued with the defending champions, the Celtics, facing off against the Raptors on the road. The Raptors started strong, quickly taking control of the game, while the Celtics struggled to catch up. However, the Raptors maintained their momentum, especially in the fourth quarter when they widened the gap, leaving the Celtics unable to recover. Ultimately, the Celtics suffered a surprising defeat, losing 97-110 to the Raptors. In the first quarter, the Raptors came out hot with Barnes and Mitchell hitting back-to-back threes, followed by a three-pointer from Dick and a layup from Abaji, giving them a 15-5 lead. Porzingis scored on a solo play, Brown dunked, and Barrett hit a three-pointer, while Porzingis followed up with two consecutive threes to close the gap. Shed also hit a three-pointer, to which Tatum responded, and Barrett completed a fast break with a dunk. Pritchard's three-pointer put the Celtics ahead, and Horford scored under the basket, ending the first quarter with the Celtics leading 29-25. During the second quarter, White hit a three-pointer, and Pritchard continued to score, allowing the Celtics to take the initiative. Boucher's three-pointer helped the Raptors stop the bleeding. Both teams then engaged in a seesaw battle, with Oladipo hitting a three-pointer and Dick making a jumper, allowing the Raptors to regain control. Porzingis hit a three-pointer to stabilize the situation, but the Raptors continued to attack and score. Porzingis scored under the basket, Tatum hit a three-pointer, and Abaji responded with a three-pointer of his own. Mitchell scored on…

In the ever-changing NBA arena, plans often fail to keep up with changes. Following an unexpected loss by the Warriors to the Raptors, the situation has suddenly shifted dramatically. Curry's official statement, akin to a blockbuster bomb, announces that the Warriors are beginning to adjust their strategy, with the initial signs of tanking, aiming directly for the top ten draft picks in 2025, particularly focusing on selecting quality guards during a year rich in promising talent. This change also renders the previous plan to trade Markkanen from the Jazz meaningless, as there is only one day left until the trade deadline on February 6, 2025, making the time frame tight and the operational difficulty significant. Looking ahead to the summer, a series of bold operational plans by the Warriors have come to light, aimed at reshaping the team's lineup and enhancing competitiveness. The Warriors' current lineup has notable height deficiencies. Starting point guard Schroder stands at only 1.85 meters tall, while Kuminga, despite his immense potential, can only serve as a substitute. In addition to injury impacts, Kuminga is expected to participate in around 45-55 games this season, limited playing time that hampers his ability to produce impressive statistics, thus restricting his market value. However, this may present an opportunity for the Warriors, who are expected to successfully renew Kuminga's contract for 4 years at 100-120 million, preserving a spark of potential for the team. In terms of the draft, the Warriors have made it clear that they will select a guard in the first round. This newcomer will initially…

The NBA for the 2024-25 season is at a critical juncture of generational change, with veterans like LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant gradually fading from the NBA scene. We can see an increasing number of young players slowly becoming the face of the NBA. To this end, American media outlet Hoopshype has listed the top 25 young stars under 25 years old in the NBA as of 2025. Let's take a look at which players' rankings may have been overestimated or underestimated? Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs) Victor Wembanyama should be ranked first, averaging 25.1 points, 10.8 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 4.0 blocks, and a shooting percentage of 47.9%. His salary for this season is $12,768,664, ranking 129th. As a rookie contract, this salary is not an issue. Although Wembanyama is a center, he seems capable of playing all five positions on both offense and defense. Standing at 2.26 meters tall, he can dribble like a guard and easily break through for layups. Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves) Anthony Edwards ranks second, averaging 25.7 points, 5.7 rebounds, 4.1 assists, 1.2 steals, and a shooting percentage of 42.7%. His salary is as high as $42,176,400, ranking 21st. Edwards is known as one of the strongest shooting guards currently active, famous for his explosive power, highlight-reel dunks, and excellent three-point shooting ability. He can be considered one of the smartest young superstars currently in the league. Paolo Banchero (Orlando Magic) Paolo Banchero ranks third, averaging 29.0 points, 8.8 rebounds, 5.6 assists, and a shooting percentage of 49.5%. His salary is $12,160,800, ranking…

NBA regular season, tomorrow's point spread win-loss analysis and prediction on January 14th: Timberwolves vs. Wizards (+13.5)‌ The Timberwolves lost to the Grizzlies in their last game, with their star player Edwards playing poorly, shooting 4 for 13 to get 15 points, 5 rebounds, and 6 assists, and missing two three-point shots at the end of the game that could have been the game-winner. D'Angelo Russell played very well, shooting 9 for 14 to get 27 points, 10 rebounds, and 7 assists. The Timberwolves have a defensive advantage, with the fourth-fewest average points allowed in the league. The Wizards are too weak, and they are playing back-to-back games, so losing is normal, and winning is unexpected. Point spread win-loss prediction: The Timberwolves are giving too many points, so I predict the Wizards will win at home with the points. Pistons vs. Knicks (-8.5)‌ Pre-game analysis: The Pistons defeated the Raptors in their last game, and the team has been in great form recently, seemingly unaffected by the injury of Cade Cunningham. Cunningham played very comprehensively, shooting 8 for 17 to get a triple-double of 22 points, 10 rebounds, and 17 assists. The team's record has improved significantly compared to previous seasons, with 20 wins and 19 losses, ranking eighth in the East. The Knicks had a big win over the Bucks today, with both Towns and Brunson playing well. Towns shot 10 for 16 to get 30 points, 18 rebounds, and 4 assists, while Brunson shot 16 for 26 to get 44 points, 5 rebounds, and 6 assists. The Knicks…

On January 10th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued with a total of 7 matchups scheduled for the day. The specific results are as follows: The Raptors lost to the Cavaliers 126-132, the Warriors narrowly defeated the Pistons 107-104, the Timberwolves defeated the Magic 104-89, the Trail Blazers lost to the Mavericks 111-117, the Rockets narrowly defeated the Grizzlies 119-115, the Hawks lost to the Suns 115-123, and the Heat narrowly defeated the Jazz 97-92. Stars such as Garland, Curry, Randle, LeFevre, Shen Jing, Beal, and Harkless all had impressive performances. So, who will win the title of today's best player? Let's take a look together. In the game between the Rockets and the Grizzlies, a total of 5 players from the Grizzlies scored in double figures, with Morant scoring 27 points + 3 rebounds + 3 assists and Jaren Jackson Jr. contributing 21 points + 8 rebounds + 4 assists. However, they were once down by 17 points and ultimately suffered a defeat. On the Rockets' side, Van Vleet scored 22 points + 4 assists + 4 steals, Jalen Green scored 27 rebounds + 2 rebounds + 3 assists + 3 steals, and Shen Jing was even more ferocious! He played for 35 minutes, shooting 12 of 20 (1 of 1 from three-point range), making 7 of 15 free throws, and scored 32 points + 14 rebounds + 5 assists + 1 block, with the highest scores in points, rebounds, and assists! Especially in the first quarter, Shen Jing scored 16 points alone, setting the tone for the…

After suffering a home defeat against Zhejiang Guangsha, Liaoning Men's Basketball Team has faced several championship contenders this season, including Shanxi Fenjiu, Xinjiang Guanghui, Beijing Shougang, and Zhejiang Guangsha, ultimately ending in defeat against all of them. This poor situation has made the management realize the severity of the title defense this season. Therefore, after signing Justin Patton, Liaoning did not stop their pursuit of reinforcements. They have just signed James Webb III, a top-tier stretch four player, who has already set off for Shenyang. However, this is not the last signing of the season for Liaoning, as the management is working on bringing in a fifth foreign player, which could potentially cause a seismic shift in the CBA landscape! According to American media reports, the NBA's Toronto Raptors have officially parted ways with their frontcourt player Bruno Fernando, making him an unrestricted free agent. Currently, multiple CBA clubs and Turkish league teams have extended offers to Bruno Fernando. There are rumors that Liaoning is also among the suitors for this beast-level interior player. If they can secure his services, it would directly enhance Liaoning's overall strength. The 26-year-old Fernando is an extremely explosive interior player with a physique. Despite being only 208 cm tall, Fernando weighs 108 kg. Last season with the Atlanta Hawks, he averaged 6.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game. However, after transferring to the Raptors this season, Fernando's playing opportunities were very limited. He was at a disadvantage in the competition with players like Poeltl, Boucher, and Olynyk, ultimately leading to his release.…

On December 23rd, in a pivotal battle in Toronto, the Rockets faced off against the Raptors. The game was full of ups and downs, with the Rockets trailing by as many as 16 points at one point. However, they ultimately managed to secure a victory with a score of 114-110, achieving their second consecutive win while the Raptors suffered their seventh consecutive loss. At the start of the game, the Rockets were in low spirits and lagged behind the Raptors in offense. Rookie Walter hit four three-pointers in a single quarter, scoring 14 points and leading the Raptors to quickly establish a lead. In the second quarter, Jalen Green stepped up, scoring 17 points in the first half to help the Rockets reduce the gap to six points. In the third quarter, the Rockets' outside shooting remained weak, but they intensified their inside attacks, gradually reducing the deficit through free throws. Dillon Brooks became the offensive core for the Rockets, scoring 13 points in a single quarter and making 14 out of 14 free throws, contributing a total of 27 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 steals. Thanks to his outstanding performance, the Rockets took the lead by the end of the third quarter. In the fourth quarter, the Rockets extended their lead, but the Raptors fought back fiercely, narrowing the gap to just three points. At a critical moment, the Raptors made a mistake, missing an opportunity to level the score. The Rockets eventually clinched a hard-fought victory. This win did not come easily for the Rockets. They had 21…

The NBA regular season has been underway for over two months, and the league is experiencing severe polarization in both the East and West conferences. In the West, the Thunder have taken an early lead, with a tightly packed group of teams from fourth-placed Mavericks to ninth-placed Spurs, separated by only three games. However, several teams have effectively dropped out of playoff contention, including the rebuilding Kings, tanking Trail Blazers and Jazz, as well as the Pelicans, who are forced to tank. The East is no different, with the Cavaliers starting off strong at 29 wins and 4 losses, leaving the Celtics and Knicks to battle for second place. The remaining Eastern Conference teams, such as the Magic, Bucks, Hawks, and Heat, offer some competition, but most are essentially giving away points to the top teams like the Cavaliers, Celtics, and Knicks. At the bottom of the East, the Wizards have long planned to rebuild, hoping to trade away Kuzma and Poole for some rebuilding assets. The Hornets' LaMelo Ball has been impressive this season, averaging 30 points and 7.4 assists per game, but he has been unable to lead his team to victory and is plagued by injuries, limiting him to being a regular-season stat-padder. Another team that spent hundreds of millions of dollars this summer with the intention of making a playoff push or even contending for a championship has started with a disappointing record of 7 wins and 26 losses, a win rate of just 22%! Even so, in the East, the last-place Wizards are only eight…