On January 16th, Beijing time, the Suns and Hornets completed a 4-for-2 trade. The Suns used Okeke + the Nuggets' second-round picks from 2026 to 2031 + their own second-round pick in 2031 to acquire Richards + the Nuggets' second-round pick in 2025! This trade finally solved the Suns' problem of starting center, as Richards' athleticism, rebounding, rim protection, and ability to score close to the basket are all urgently needed by the Suns. However, the Suns' problems cannot be solved by one person alone, and there will definitely be more trades to come. The Suns currently have the following remaining trade resources: Draft picks: first-round pick in 2031, second-round pick from the Nuggets in 2025; Players who cannot be traded (ranked from strongest to weakest): Beal, Jones, Durant, Booker, Dunn, O'Neal, Allen. Among them, Beal's trade veto power is unshakable, and Jones agreed to a starting position when he joined at the minimum salary; Players who can be traded: Plumlee/Iguodala (one of the two), Morris, Ball; Players the Suns most want to trade: Nurkic (no market); In summary, the Suns can use 2 draft picks + Morris + Ball + Plumlee/Iguodala + Nurkic for trading, and at most add Allen (in case of emergency). Among these, Morris (2.8 million), Ball (2.43 million), and oyster (3.3 million) can only be considered as extras with little trading value; Iguodala (1.86 million) is also not very valuable; only the draft picks and Allen (annual salary of 15.63 million) are truly attractive chips! And Nurkic (18.13 million) can only be a negative asset…

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…

The Clippers have recently confirmed that there will be no changes to their schedule for next week's games, which will proceed as originally planned. They will face the Heat and the Nets without any delays. To be honest, postponing games isn't necessarily a good thing, especially when it happens frequently. The most troublesome aspect is arranging makeup games, which can be quite a headache. Not to mention if back-to-back games are scheduled, how can the players maintain their stamina? It's like treating them as machines, and the matches seem to be turning into an endless cycle. Moving on to the Warriors, there's some news to share as well. Coach Kerr has finally provided an injury update, with the most concerning being the return of Payton II. Payton II is likely to make his comeback in the game against the Raptors, but this still needs further confirmation. We all know that Payton II's return won't have a significant impact on the Warriors, as his role within the team is limited. It must be said that Payton II's prolonged injury has been quite challenging, and we hope he can recover soon. Injuries can be incredibly taxing on players. As for Bjelica, he is still dealing with an abdominal injury, and there is no clear information on his recovery status yet. Bjelica, frankly speaking, isn't a crucial player for the Warriors. His inconsistent performance this season often kept him out of the "clutch moments" in games, so his influence on the team hasn't been substantial. The Warriors can rely on their core players…

On January 11th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued, with the reigning champion Celtics facing off against the Kings at home. The Kings carried on their recent excellent form, taking control of the game and even widening the gap at one point. However, after the Celtics launched a counterattack, both teams became embroiled in a seesaw battle. In the final quarter, the Kings scored continuously to pull away, ultimately defeating the defending champions 114-97 and securing their sixth consecutive victory. In the first quarter, Brown hit a one-on-one shot, Monk sank a three-pointer, and Porzingis immediately responded in kind. Both teams started well offensively, with Murray hitting two consecutive threes. The scoring went back and forth, with the lead changing hands. Sabonis and Ellis hit threes, giving the Kings the upper hand. Porzingis hit a three to stop the bleeding, but Sabonis hit another three, causing the Celtics' offense to dip. Monk hit another three, giving the Kings a 27-20 lead. Tatum hit a three to keep up, DeRozan scored on a drive, Carter hit a three, and Pritchard responded, leaving the Celtics trailing 27-34 at the end of the first quarter. In the second quarter, the Celtics launched a counterattack, while the Kings' shooting dropped sharply, with only one successful attempt out of their first ten shots. Porzingis hit a three, White completed a 2+1 play, and a 16-3 run helped the Celtics take the lead. Lyles made free throws to stem the tide, Ellis completed a 2+1 play to stabilize the situation, and Tatum hit a three.…

Translation of the article content into English: This season, Pelinka has lived up to his words. At the beginning of the season, he said that he would use 30 games to evaluate the lineup. Now that the time has come, he has brought in the team's currently scarce 3D player on the trade market. As the core of this trade, new recruit Finney-Smith can average 10.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game this season. He can also make 2.4 three-pointers at a 43.5% shooting rate. Most importantly, he has proven his abilities multiple times in the playoffs. In 2022 when the Mavericks reached the Western Conference Finals, he could contribute an average of 11.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 2.6 three-pointers, with a three-point shooting rate as high as 42.6%. In order to acquire Finney-Smith, the Lakers gave up three second-round picks and Russell, who had been on the trading block all along. Looking at Russell's career now, it can only be described as full of drama. He was selected by the Lakers in the first round as the second overall pick in 2015, but after two years, he was sent to the Nets. Now, nine years later, he has once again been traded by the Lakers to Brooklyn. However, he is no longer the young man he used to be. After leaving the Nets, Russell gradually reduced his value step by step. This season, his annual salary is only $18.69 million, but the Lakers are still eager to get rid of him as soon as possible.…

Fan Zhendong's withdrawal from the world rankings has caused a stir in the table tennis community, leaving everyone unsettled. Some say he is being capricious, while others believe he is brave; it's like a pot that has exploded, and no one can tell whether it's right or wrong. The international table tennis scene in recent years has been quite interesting, with Fan Zhendong acting as a stabilizing force, making everyone who faces him weigh their options. This time, his sudden decision to stop playing has tilted the balance of the entire table tennis world. Foreign association players have had a tough time against Fan Zhendong over the years. Just seeing him across the court during matches makes them want to retreat mentally, and this invisible pressure is more effective than winning any number of games. Now that Fan Zhendong has withdrawn from the world rankings, it means he won't be seen on the international stage anymore. For those foreign association players, their psychological burden has significantly减轻ed, and games they previously thought they couldn't win, they might now dare to try. The situation for the national team is somewhat troublesome. Ma Long is not young anymore, and he's playing fewer and fewer matches. Now that Fan Zhendong has also withdrawn from the world rankings, the team has lost two mainstays at once. Although the young players are all very capable, it remains to be seen if they can completely replace Fan Zhendong's position. After all, Fan Zhendong's dominance on the international stage over the years is not something that can be…

Fan Zhendong's withdrawal from the world rankings has caused a stir in the table tennis community, making headlines and sparking discussions. It's a significant event, as he is considered a pillar of our national table tennis team, and his decision not to compete is unexpected. This decision by Fan Zhendong to step down from the world rankings has created waves within the table tennis world. With his departure, it seems increasingly unlikely that we will see him compete in international events in the future. It's ironic that despite being a world champion, Fan Zhendong had to make this choice due to certain rule restrictions. This is somewhat regrettable, considering he is in his prime with top-notch skills and abilities. Fan Zhendong's dominance on the international stage is undeniable, even Japan's Tomokazu Harimoto openly admitted to not being able to defeat him. Such candid statements in front of the media demonstrate the immense pressure Fan Zhendong exerts on his opponents. In the current Super League, Fan Zhendong is like a stabilizing force, causing even well-performing players like Koki Niwa to struggle against him. This clear gap in strength reflects his true dominance. On the international stage, Fan Zhendong was a formidable presence that intimidated many foreign association players. His sudden withdrawal is indeed a significant blow to our national team, especially with Ma Long also gradually retiring. We are now without our two mainstays. Ultimately, Fan Zhendong's withdrawal is closely tied to the rules set by the WTT, which can be quite inhumane for athletes, particularly young players with limited savings,…

Fan Zhendong's announcement to withdraw from the world rankings is undoubtedly a shockwave in the table tennis community. Imagine, this individual who has been firmly seated as the "ceiling" of the national table tennis team suddenly steps down—aren't we handing a knife to our opponents? It's not an exaggeration to say that this event has an impact on the Chinese national table tennis team, the international table tennis community, and even the entire competitive landscape, akin to an "earthquake." Firstly, let's talk about the mentality of foreign association players. To them, Fan Zhendong is an "insurmountable mountain." Especially Japan's Tomokazu Harimoto, his "fear" of Fan Zhendong is almost written all over his face, having publicly stated more than once that "he can't be beaten." Without Fan Zhendong as a formidable opponent, wouldn't foreign association players instantly relax? It's like when the top student doesn't participate in the college entrance examination; even if there are other outstanding students in the class, it's not as nerve-wracking anymore. Once the opponents regain their confidence, the pressure on the Chinese team will undoubtedly increase. Previously, "opponents only sought to win one game," but now it might turn into "opponents aiming for the championship." Looking at the internal situation of the national table tennis team, the pressure is entirely on their own shoulders. Fan Zhendong is not only a core member but also a stabilizing force. With such a "bug on the court" gone, other players must step up to carry the weight. However, talent at Fan Zhendong's level isn't something that can be cultivated…