The debate over who is greater between Jordan and James has been ongoing, with some considering Jordan a basketball legend and others believing that James, with his consistent all-around performance, is gradually changing the game. Jordan, known as the "Basketball God," holds numerous NBA records, including scoring feats that are considered unparalleled. Even at the age of 40, he managed to score 43 points in a game, becoming the oldest player to achieve a 40+ point game. His career boasts 562 regular-season games with 30+ points, a record that has remained unchallenged. Jordan's legacy extends beyond club games to All-Star matches and international competitions. In the 1988 All-Star Game, he scored 40 points, setting a record that remains difficult to surpass. As a key member of the "Dream Team" in 1992, he helped the US team dominate the Olympics, further popularizing basketball worldwide. James, on the other hand, is seen as a "renovator" who has added endurance and versatility to the game. He has maintained peak performance for 20 years in the more competitive 21st century. Recently, James matched Jordan's record of 562 games with 30+ points in his career. His dedication and self-discipline are evident in his meticulous physical management, allowing him to remain competitive at 38 years old. James' strength lies not only in scoring but also in his all-around abilities. He can excel in various positions, from point guard to forward, even temporarily playing center. His "century block" in the 2016 Finals is a testament to his ability to elevate the game to new heights. Comparing Jordan…

Spending the most money and paying the highest luxury tax, the team is trying to strengthen itself, but the results are not improving, and it has even fallen out of the playoffs. This is a bit confusing. The boss is also a basketball enthusiast. He was selected for the basketball team during his university days. Although he didn't achieve much and hardly played, he just likes it. After graduation, he even served as an assistant coach at the school. It wasn't until his father's earnest persuasion that he was unwilling to return home to take over the family business. Later, under his management, the company became the largest lending company in the United States. Just when the former owner of the Suns was willing to sell the team, he, who had money and loved basketball, immediately spent $4 billion to buy the team. He is the current owner of the Suns, Ishbia. The first thing he did when he came to the team was to recruit players. Durant, who was still with the Nets at the time, became his first target after buying the team. For this reason, the Suns were not reluctant to send their two best top-level 3Ds, Bridges and Cameron Johnson, to the Nets. From the current market situation, the value of Durant's trade is still on the rise. The Knicks gave four first-round picks to the Nets to get Bridges, and now the Nets are offering three first-round picks for Cameron Johnson. However, after the Suns brought Durant, they couldn't even break through the Western Conference.…

On January 7, 2025, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued, with the Suns defeating the 76ers 109-99, ending their four-game losing streak. Bill, who was demoted to the bench, performed outstandingly, scoring 25 points, 3 rebounds, and 5 assists on 15 shots, with a high-scoring first place in the team. After the game, Bill talked about being arranged as a substitute in an interview with the media. He said he was very surprised and had not received any news or hints before. However, Bill also stated that he would respect the coach's decision, not argue with anyone, not become an interference option for the team, not be the person who annoys others, and just work hard to play every game well. After Bill was demoted to the bench, there were changes in both the defense and offense of the Suns. Although Booker, the starter, still underperformed, Bill led the bench to perform outstandingly, and Durant remained stable with 9 out of 14 shots, scoring 23 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists, variously playing George one-on-one, making the 76ers management feel that the 50 million spent was really not worth it. In fact, if serving as a substitute can make Bill perform even better, this is a very good decision for both sides. It is destined that someone has to sacrifice when the three giants are on the court at the same time, and rookie Dunn performs better with Durant and Booker in the starting lineup. Bill can let go and do his best on the bench, and today's 25…

In the NBA, trading and signing contracts is a gamble where both teams and players can win or lose. Some players only explode after signing their contracts, making them representatives of super-valuable contracts. However, there are also players who experience a cliff-like decline in performance after signing big contracts, causing significant losses for their teams. Looking at this season's performance, there are five major bad contracts in the league that have made teams suffer greatly, and some teams may even face the risk of rebuilding due to these bad contracts. Fifth place: Rockets' VanVleet with a 3-year, $129 million contract This season's average: 15 points, 4.6 rebounds, 6 assists, 1.6 steals Fourth place: Bulls' Ball with a 4-year, $80 million contract This season's average: 5.3 points, 3.4 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.3 steals Ball's shooting efficiency is worse than VanVleet's, and he also cannot maintain his health. However, fortunately, his contract will expire at the end of this season. Even so, the Bulls have been unable to trade him away as they wish. However, Ball's performance is affected by injuries. If he can stay healthy, he is far superior to VanVleet. Third place: Nets' Simmons with a 5-year, $177 million contract This season's average: 5.9 points, 5.2 rebounds, 5.9 assists Second place: 76ers' George with a 4-year, $212 million contract This season's average: 16.1 points, 5.7 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 1.9 steals George has made his first appearance on the list of bad contracts in his career. Judging from his performance with the 76ers, it was wise for the Clippers to let…

According to NBA insider Hayes, the Phoenix Suns will be benching Nurkic and Beal starting from the next game, with Dunn and Plumlee taking their places in the starting lineup. This news has immediately drawn significant attention from many media outlets and fans. The Suns are currently experiencing a four-game losing streak, with a record of 15 wins and 18 losses, placing them 12th in the Western Conference. Their recent performance has been quite poor. It is reported that Suns head coach Budenholzer has decided that the team must undergo reforms, starting with changes to the rotation lineup. However, this decision has been met with dissatisfaction from Suns player Beal. Hayes reports that the locker room atmosphere within the Suns is currently very tense. Some players are confused about their roles and do not understand how the team is using them, including Beal. He is very unwilling to take on the role of a substitute player for the team, which is where the conflict arises. From the revelations of this journalist, it can be seen that the Suns have already experienced internal strife, coupled with their current state on the court, it's like having one misfortune after another. Let's wait and see how they perform in their upcoming games.

The NBA regular season is nearing its halfway point, and the Western Conference is becoming increasingly interesting. The Thunder's 14-game winning streak has left all other teams behind, while the second-place Rockets only lead the seventh-place Clippers by 2.5 games. Teams like the Warriors, Spurs, and Timberwolves, who maintain a 50% win rate, are locked in fierce competition. As the season progresses, many teams are gradually getting back on track. For example, the Clippers finally welcomed the return of their leader, Leonard, who is very selfless and strives to integrate himself into the team without disrupting its balance. The Lakers, after LeBron James experienced a period of decline in December, have once again stepped up his game, bolstered by Reeves' consistent contributions, resulting in noticeable improvements in both offense and defense. Additionally, the Warriors, without Curry, managed a record of 5 wins and 2 losses, demonstrating that they can rely more on Wiggins and give Curry some rest. However, there is one team that, much like the stock market, has seen a sharp decline after an initial rise in September, following an "A-kill" trajectory without looking back, leaving no room for a rebound or liquidation for small investors. This team is the Suns, who started the season with an impressive 8 wins and 1 loss, giving them hope of contending for the championship and topping the Western Conference; the stock market's rise in September once made people believe a bull market was coming, but time always provides the best answers. From an 8-1 start, the Suns have since gone on…

The latest rankings in the Western Conference have seen the Golden State Warriors overtake the San Antonio Spurs, while the Phoenix Suns have fallen behind. The Memphis Grizzlies suffered a loss, allowing the Houston Rockets to move up in the standings without even playing, and the Denver Nuggets have returned to the fourth spot. In the NBA regular season games that concluded on January 5th, Beijing time, the Warriors defeated the Grizzlies 121-113. Despite injuries to Stephen Curry and Jonathan Kuminga, the Warriors managed to secure a two-game winning streak with six players scoring in double figures. Andrew Wiggins led the way with 24 points, Dennis Schroder added 17, and Buddy Hield contributed 14. The Suns lost to the Indiana Pacers 108-126, despite their "Big Three" lineup. This defeat marked their fourth consecutive loss, with the team being swept by the Pacers. The Suns' chemistry and rhythm have been disrupted by the ongoing injuries to their key players, compounded by Bradley Beal's poor form and trade rumors, which have further weakened the team. In a back-to-back rematch, the Spurs lost to the Nuggets 111-122. Michael Porter Jr.'s second-half performance of 21 points helped the Nuggets force overtime, where Nikola Jokic's dominant play secured the victory and revenge against the Spurs. Jokic finished with an impressive 46 points, 9 rebounds, and 10 assists, while Victor Wembanyama also had a strong game with 20 points and 23 rebounds, although he failed to score in overtime. Porter scored 28 points. The Minnesota Timberwolves continued their losing streak with a 105-119 loss to the…

On January 7th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season saw the Suns defeat the 76ers 109-99 on the road, ending their four-game losing streak. Embiid was out due to injury, and the Suns made an active lineup change by benching Beal and Nurkic; they started the first quarter trailing by double digits at 5-17, but their offense improved later. In the third quarter, they turned the game around with a 20-3 run, and although the 76ers tried to catch up, the Suns led by 5 points at the end of the third quarter. In the fourth quarter, the Suns went on a 14-1 run to lead by 15 points. Faced with the 76ers' counterattack, Durant scored crucial points, ultimately securing the victory for the Suns and ending their four-game losing streak. Statistical Highlights Suns: Durant had 23 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block; Booker had 10 points, 10 assists, 4 rebounds, and 2 steals; Dunn had 15 points and 3 rebounds; Jones had 5 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 assists; Plumlee had 2 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 blocks, and 1 steal; Beal had 25 points and 5 assists; Iguodala had 8 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists. 76ers: Maxey had 31 points and 10 assists; Oubre had 26 points and 11 rebounds; Yabusele had 14 points and 10 rebounds; George shot 5-for-18, scoring 13 points with 9 rebounds and 5 assists; Martin had 8 points and 7 rebounds. Best of the Game Durant shot 9-for-14, including 3-for-4 from three-point range, scoring 23 points with…

New Season, New Dynamics: Each of the 30 teams in the league has its own challenges. Taking the East as an example, Jimmy Butler failed to renew his contract with the Heat, and he is unhappy and not performing well, even requesting a trade. Pat Riley has suspended him for seven games. Regardless of where Butler ends up, the Heat should act decisively to resolve the situation. On the other hand, in the West, the Suns have three superstars - Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal - but they are plagued by injuries, making it difficult for their unbalanced lineup to compete in the competitive Western Conference. It's time for a major reshuffle of the roster. Notably, Butler is interested in joining the Suns to team up with KD, and KD also needs a tough forward like Butler! Since the new owner, Mat Ishbia, took over the Suns, the team has set championship contention as its top goal. To achieve this, Ishbia made three significant moves: first, bringing in KD to raise the team's ceiling; second, trading Chris Paul for the prolific scorer Beal; and third, trading Deandre Ayton for the European heavyweight center, Jusuf Nurkic! Thus, the Suns built an unusual lineup: three top-paid scorers (KD, Booker, Beal) + a super heavyweight blue-collar center (Nurkic) + several low-salary role players! Unfortunately, the Suns have been ravaged by injuries, leaving them far from championship contention! In the new season, the Suns started anew but fell behind again in the fiercely competitive West! So far, the Suns have only managed…

A game of future and reality is quietly unfolding! The Suns are struggling with poor performance, the Timberwolves are trying to upgrade their lineup, while the Rockets are secretly manipulating, holding the draft pick swap rights and waiting for the fisherman's advantage. In this three-way trade idea, the fate of D'Angelo Russell has become crucial, while Kevin Durant's helpers are gradually decreasing. The once invincible super trio now struggles for the eighth spot in the West. Is the luxurious lineup just a paper tiger after all? This "trade storm" is not groundless; it is a chain reaction triggered by the Suns' difficulties. The Suns were originally highly anticipated in the 2025 season, but with Booker's return from injury, followed by injuries to Beal, O'Neal, and Monte Morris, the team has found it difficult to maintain its competitiveness at the beginning of the season. Despite Durant's continued firepower, he cannot hold up alone. After suffering three consecutive losses, the Suns dropped to 11th in the West, further away from the playoffs. To date, the Suns have huge salary pressure, with the trio's combined annual salary exceeding $150 million. The management has almost no room for maneuver, and this luxurious battleship is gradually losing its direction. The Rockets are in a completely different situation. They are the biggest potential beneficiaries of this trade, for no other reason than they hold the Suns' first-round draft pick swap rights in 2025. 2025 is widely recognized as a big year for the draft, and Rockets general manager Rafael Stone knows that this pick could bring…