The Golden State Warriors have recently been struggling, but it seems that a savior has arrived. Initially, it was thought that Schroder's arrival might transform the team and become a second scoring option beyond Curry. However, Schroder's arrival has unexpectedly ignited an outburst from another player. Kuminga scored 34 points in each of the last two back-to-back games, totaling 68 points and becoming the team's top offensive player. What's crucial is that in these two games, Kuminga not only scored high but also played a pivotal role in critical moments. In the previous game against the Clippers, although the Warriors didn't win, Kuminga had an outstanding performance in the final quarter, even leading the team to close the score to within five points at one stage. Kuminga's performance surprised many fans, including today's game where he also stepped up to save the team in the final moments, a role that was previously often played by Curry. After today's game, Green frankly admitted that they will take Kuminga as the core going forward, and it remains to be seen what kind of performance he will deliver next. This is actually a turning point for the Warriors. Kuminga's consecutive two games with 34 points demonstrate his potential to become a superstar, which may have been lacking due to insufficient shooting opportunities and a lack of tactical status centered around him. If Kuminga can score high in a game and help the team win, then he has the qualifications to become the future leader of the Warriors. In fact, the Warriors' tactical status…

NBA regular season action continues, with several intense matchups taking place in the West. In the key battles: Edwards hits a buzzer-beater, the Timberwolves come back to defeat the Rockets; the Clippers beat the Warriors, with Kuminga scoring an empty 34 points and 10 rebounds; the Mavericks win against the Suns, with a full-scale brawl on the court, thus the Western Conference standings are in chaos once again: the Grizzlies surpass the Rockets, the Clippers surpass the Lakers, and the Warriors drop out of the play-in tournament area! In the playoff zone, the Thunder continue to occupy the top spot with a nine-game winning streak. The Grizzlies surpass the Rockets after defeating the Pelicans 132-124. Morant is in explosive form, shooting 8 for 11 and scoring 25 points with 7 assists, but he was hit again on his old injury, hopefully without serious consequences. Jaren Jackson scores 33 points with 6 rebounds, 4 steals, 3 assists, and 3 blocks; Bane scores 18 points with 8 assists, 4 rebounds, and 4 steals; Eddy scores 14 points with 9 rebounds and 2 blocks; and Little Pippen scores 13 points with 5 rebounds and 4 assists. On the other hand, the Rockets were tragically defeated by Edwards' buzzer-beater, experiencing a scoring drought while leading by double digits, being hit with a 10-0 run and ultimately losing by a three-pointer from Edwards, missing out on a four-game winning streak. Shen Jing scores 38 points with 12 rebounds, Jalen Green scores 14 points with 6 assists, VanVleet scores 18 points with 6 rebounds and 7…

The Clippers defeated the Warriors 102-92 at home, securing their second consecutive win and achieving a triple kill against the Warriors this season. With an 18-13 record, they are now fifth in the Western Conference. The Clippers have been on a roll recently, defeating strong teams like the Grizzlies and the Warriors. The Warriors were smart not to play Curry and Draymond Green as they might not have been able to win against the Clippers anyway. After all, the Clippers had already double-killed the Warriors before this game, winning with or without Curry. Therefore, the Warriors might as well conserve their strength for a full-strength matchup against the Suns, especially at home against Durant. The Suns are in poor form today, losing to the Mavericks without Doncic, and Coach Kerr made a wise decision. Additionally, the Warriors almost pulled off a surprise win, reducing a 21-point deficit to just 3 points in the final quarter. Fortunately, Harden, Powell, and Zubac stepped up. Zubac scored 2 points under the basket, Powell redeemed himself with a three-pointer, and finally, Harden hit a crucial 2-pointer to extend the lead from one point to five. In the last two minutes, the difference between Harden and VanVleet was evident. Today, the Rockets led the Timberwolves by 16 points but were ultimately overturned due to VanVleet's choices in the final moments, attempting various long-range threes without success. VanVleet missed three consecutive three-pointers from outside the arc, allowing the Timberwolves to seize the momentum and secure the victory. On the other hand, when the Warriors closed the…

Translation of the content: Today, the Golden State Warriors faced off against the Los Angeles Clippers on the road and ultimately suffered a loss without Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. It was expected that Dennis Schroder might have a breakout game given Curry's absence, but Schroder did not step up to help the team score. He finished the game with only 7 points, shooting 3-of-11 from the field and 0-of-6 from beyond the arc. Additionally, he was benched by Coach Steve Kerr in the final quarter and played only 24 minutes in total. Schroder has played several games with the Warriors since joining the team, but he seems to be struggling to adapt, with consistently poor performances in recent matches. The Warriors had hoped that Schroder, as a strong ball-handler, could change their current situation, but it appears to be a case of "changing the soup but not the medicine." Schroder is finding it difficult to become the second primary ball-handler after Curry. In today's game, this role was not filled by Schroder or Andrew Wiggins, but by Jonathan Kuminga. However, all fans are well aware that Kuminga is not a stable player. While he may have a good performance in one game, when opponents target him defensively, his lack of consistent shooting ability makes it hard for him to score efficiently every game. This means that the Warriors currently have several unstable points: Wiggins is inconsistent, Kuminga is inconsistent, and now Schroder is also inconsistent. The Warriors have once again fallen into their previous predicament, with their biggest weakness…

On December 28, 2024, Beijing time, the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Golden State Warriors at home with a score of 102-92. Despite both teams missing key players, the Clippers secured victory with their stable team performance and multiple scoring points. Here is a review of the game's highlights and seven undeniable facts. Game Review: Clippers Blossom Everywhere, Warriors Fail to Turn the Tide First Quarter: A Tug-of-War Start After the game started, both teams quickly entered the state. Zubac scored first in the paint, and Wiggins responded for the Warriors through mid-to-long-range shooting. Both sides missed multiple attacks, but the Clippers gradually widened the gap through Dunn's breakthroughs and Powell's counterattacks. At the end of the first quarter, the Clippers led 21-19. Second Quarter: Clippers Establish an Advantage Entering the second quarter, the Clippers launched an offensive climax, with Powell and Zubac continuously scoring under the basket, and the team gradually expanded the point difference. Although the Warriors once narrowed the point difference through Hield and Li Kaili's three-pointers, the Clippers maintained the lead with Kofi's three-pointer and Dunn's stable output. At halftime, the Clippers led 49-43. Third Quarter: Clippers Secure Victory After the start of the second half, the Clippers significantly increased their defensive intensity, forcing the Warriors into multiple turnovers. Zubac continued to score in the paint, and Powell helped the Clippers further expand their lead by breaking through. The Warriors once tried to catch up through Kuminga's personal breakthrough, but failed to form an effective counterattack. At the end of the third quarter, the Clippers had…

Before the game, the Warriors announced that Curry would not play against the Clippers and would return in the next game against the Suns. It's obvious that Durant is really pitiful, having just lost to the Mavericks today, and tomorrow he has to play back-to-back against the Warriors, still as an away game. Of course, the weakened Warriors had no way to deal with the Clippers, and the Clippers eventually defeated the Warriors 102-92 to win two consecutive victories. In fact, the Warriors started strong in the first quarter, with Harden starting 1 for 5 and not very interested in shooting, while the Clippers' tactics were still the usual pick-and-roll. Kerr's strategy today was to attack with defense, starting Schroder and Hield, two guns who can score without defense. Then Li Keller was promoted to start at the four position, Wiggins at three, plus center Davis. The Warriors were organized by Li Keller and finished by Davis, but Wiggins had poor shooting, while the Clippers' offense was average, but their defense was good enough to contain the opponent. The Warriors only scored 21 points in the first quarter, while the Clippers scored 19. It wasn't until the second quarter that the Clippers didn't give them a chance, and Harden started to take over. Before halftime, Harden hit two key threes to help the team lead the Warriors 49-43. Harden had 10 points, 2 rebounds, 4 assists, and 1 block in the first half, shooting 3 for 7 and 2 for 4 from three-point range. That block was impressive. He fell…

As former leaders and third brothers, both Durant and Harden have had brilliant careers and have been at the forefront of their respective positions for a long time. Even now in the twilight of their careers, Durant and Harden continue to deliver competitive performances and are the core and leaders of their respective teams. The 35-year-old Harden has experienced a resurgence this season. In the absence of Paul George and with Leonard out for the season, Harden has regained control of the ball and demonstrated the capabilities of a top-tier dual-threat guard in the league. To date, Harden has played 29 games for the Clippers, averaging 33.9 minutes per game, scoring 22 points, grabbing 6.5 rebounds, dishing out 8.1 assists, making 1.5 steals, and blocking 0.6 shots, with a shooting percentage of 38.9%, a three-point percentage of 34.5%, and a free-throw percentage of 89.3%. Although Harden's efficiency is low this season, his influence and contributions to the team are immeasurable. In terms of statistics, Harden remains among the top guards in the league and is still the core of the Clippers' offensive organization. In the absence of star teammates, Harden has led the Clippers to a commendable record of 17 wins and 13 losses, ranking seventh in the West. With increased playing time and status, Harden's offensive stats have also risen significantly. This season, Harden has scored a total of 639 points with an average of 22 points, making him the second-highest scorer on the team, a significant improvement from last season! On the other hand, the 36-year-old Durant has…

The Clippers, after defeating the strong team Grizzlies, will return home to face the Warriors. Today, the Warriors have updated their player injury list, which is similar to what Kerr previously revealed about resting Curry for one game in a back-to-back situation. The Warriors have indeed chosen to rest Curry against the Clippers, citing knee tendonitis as the reason. In addition, Draymond Green is also questionable due to a back injury and is unlikely to play. As we analyzed, it seems that the Warriors will definitely rest Curry when facing the Clippers. Next up is another back-to-back, with the Warriors playing the Clippers away and then rushing back home to play the Suns. Which game should Curry rest for between the Clippers and the Suns? I think it would be the Clippers. The Clippers have been on fire recently, with Harden leading the team and turning Powell and Zubac into giants. The team's defense is also very strong with Van Gundy at the helm, and they have already double-killed the Warriors, winning with or without Curry. Considering that playing the Clippers is an away game, it would be difficult for Curry to win even if he played. It would be better to fully prepare for the Suns, especially since it's at the Warriors' home court. The Suns have not been in good form recently, with Booker continuing to rest. From the Warriors' perspective, the Suns are an easy target to handle. Of course, the Clippers also have their fair share of injuries. The official injury list for the game against…