After Curry's long-range buzzer-beater against the Suns, Klay Thompson was interviewed by Logan Murdock of The Ringer. There were many topics covered in the interview, but I found two key pieces of information. Accepting his decline I am aware that my shooting is no longer consistent. Moving forward, I will approach each game with optimism and confidence, making the most of my limited playing time. Willingness to take a pay cut to stay with the Warriors Playing alongside Stephen Curry and Draymond Green, winning games and securing four championships, has been the most important part of my life. Playing together is more important than money or fame. Klay Thompson spoke somewhat reservedly, as he is a proud and competitive individual. However, it is commendable that he opened up and publicly expressed his willingness to take a pay cut in order to continue playing for the Warriors. Recently, the Warriors have won four consecutive games, moving up to tenth place in the Western Conference and temporarily securing a spot in the play-in tournament. During this winning streak, Klay Thompson only played in three games, averaging 10.3 points with a field goal percentage of 38.3% and a three-point percentage of 33.3%. In crucial moments of the game, Coach Kerr often benches Klay Thompson, opting for the closing lineup of "Curry + Poole + Wiggins + Kuminga + Green". The fact of their winning streak proves that this lineup is currently the strongest for the Warriors. If Thompson truly turns around and overcomes his mental demons, he should proactively communicate with Kerr, apply…

On January 22nd, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued. In yesterday's focus game, the Warriors lost 85-125 to the Celtics at home. After this game, Warriors star Schroder has continuously set multiple career disgrace records, which can almost determine that his combination with the Warriors is wrong. In yesterday's game, Schroder played for a total of 17 minutes, shooting 3 out of 8, including 1 out of 4 three-pointers, without any free throws, totaling 7 points, 0 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal, and 0 blocks. According to statistics, this was the 12th time this season that Schroder scored in single digits in a single game, with 7 of them occurring after joining the Warriors. Yesterday, the Warriors lost by a whopping 40 points, which was the third time Schroder had suffered a defeat with a margin of more than 30 points since joining the Warriors, and he had only been with the team for a month. He never experienced a loss of more than 30 points while playing for the Nets this season. Schroder's plus-minus rating was -29 yesterday, setting the fourth-lowest record of his career, and previously in the game where the Warriors lost by 51 points to the Grizzlies, Schroder's plus-minus rating was -34, setting his worst career record. After joining the Warriors, Schroder averaged only 10.6 points, with a shooting percentage of 35.9%, creating the worst record of his career, and a three-point shooting percentage of 28.4%, which is the lowest since his rookie season. According to statistical data, since joining the Warriors, Schroder's BPM is…

NBA Regular Season Focus Battles: Various Powers Compete, Each with Ups and Downs Hey, basketball fans! The NBA regular season on January 21 was quite exciting, with several focus battles that were as captivating as a series of dramas, making for an enjoyable watch. Let's start with the game between the Rockets and the Pistons. The Rockets have the momentum-driven Jalen Green, while the Pistons have the same-year number one pick Cunningham. It's like two groups of martial arts masters facing off, each with their own signature skills. So far this season, the Rockets have performed quite well, with a record of 28 wins and 13 losses, ranking second in the West. The Pistons, on the other hand, have a record of 21 wins and 21 losses, placing ninth in the East. During the game, the Rockets were at home and should have had the advantage of playing on their home court, but they lost their form completely, as if they had lost their souls. They couldn't hold their ground in both the interior and exterior lines, which is not good enough. Jalen Duren of the Pistons dominated under the basket like a tiger descending from the mountain, almost smashing through the rim. At this point, Jalen Green didn't perform well either, making consecutive turnovers, allowing the Pistons to go on a 14-0 run and fall behind by 11 points in the first quarter. However, in the second quarter, the situation turned around a bit as the Pistons' state dipped slightly. This was when the Rockets' Amen Thompson and Whitmore…

This season's NBA regular season schedule is halfway through, and many teams have been surprising. Typical underrated teams in the West include the Clippers, who were projected to rank 13th in the West before the season but have climbed to fifth at the halfway point. The Rockets were expected to be in the top 8 in the West before the season, but they actually made it to second place. On the other hand, teams like the Pelicans were projected to finish seventh in the West, but are actually second-to-last; the Timberwolves were projected to finish second in the West, but are actually eighth. Simply put, having a star player who can set a floor is rare and hard to come by, such as Harden of the Clippers, who can maximize the value of everyone around him, even bringing out 120% of their potential. Players who leave him often easily reveal their weaknesses, like Paul George. Additionally, youth is a major trend, as the era of James, Durant, and Curry has truly passed. When American media predicts the playoff standings for this season's Western Conference, they generally do not favor the Suns and Warriors, with even the Kings and Spurs having a higher probability of making the playoffs. The Suns' problems are obvious; they struggle against weak teams, excessively extend Durant and Booker's playing time, deplete their one-on-one abilities, and are helpless against strong teams. From defense to tactical systems, the Suns no longer count as a strong team. Meanwhile, the Warriors, who started the season with a 12-3 record as…

The NBA battles continue to heat up as the Golden State Warriors hosted the Los Angeles Lakers at home. Prior to the game, the Warriors were ranked 8th in the West, while the Lakers were ranked 7th. This match was a crucial positioning battle, with Russell from the Lakers and Li Kyle from the Warriors absent due to injuries. The matchup between Lakers' star LeBron James and Warriors' star Stephen Curry was destined to be a focal point of the game. After four quarters of intense competition, the Warriors narrowly lost to the Lakers with a score of 113-115, suffering their second consecutive defeat. In this game, the Lakers fielded a starting lineup of James, Davis, Christie, Hachimura, and Rivers, while the Warriors countered with Curry, Wiggins, Green, Davis, and Schroder. The game started with the home team, the Warriors, quickly finding their rhythm and taking an early 10-4 lead. The Lakers relied on James to close the gap, but Davis had to leave the court after playing for more than 7 minutes due to an injury. The two teams remained neck and neck, with neither able to pull away significantly. With a three-pointer from the corner by Knecht, the Lakers caught up to 23-23. Knecht then completed a buzzer-beating block, ending the first quarter with both teams tied at 23. In the second quarter, the Lakers improved their offensive efficiency, gradually taking the lead under James' guidance who scored 11 points in the quarter. Curry also contributed 11 points in the second quarter, and at halftime, the Lakers led…

Draymond Green, a name familiar to many fans, is one of the Golden State Warriors' iron triangle. With Thompson's departure, only Curry and Green remain from the once formidable trio, leaving many fans feeling regretful. This season, the Warriors' situation is not optimistic. Both Curry and Green have shown varying degrees of decline due to their advancing age. So far, the Warriors have played 42 games but have only managed to win 21, resulting in a poor record that has dropped them out of the playoff zone. In light of this disappointing performance, it was expected that the Warriors would make significant trades to continue their pursuit of the championship. However, surprisingly, both Curry and Green expressed in interviews that they would not sacrifice the team's future for a title run. This stance leaves the Warriors with limited options, as their current roster makes it extremely challenging to contend for the championship. Curry's performance has visibly declined, and the same can be said for Green, indicating that both are nearing retirement. If they cannot continue to compete for titles, it would indeed be a disappointment for fans. The Warriors' recent poor performance is largely due to injury issues within the team. Prior to this, core player Kuminga missed multiple games due to injury. Following a crushing defeat by the Celtics, Draymond Green announced an unexpected decision to withdraw from the next three games against the Kings, Bulls, and Lakers. According to Anthony Slater, the Warriors' beat reporter, Green will miss at least four games due to a left calf strain…

On January 21st, Beijing time, the NBA's 2024-25 season regular season continued to progress, with the Golden State Warriors hosting the Boston Celtics at home. This was the second meeting between the two teams this season; in their previous encounter, the Warriors narrowly defeated the Celtics by 6 points, thus gaining a certain advantage. However, the Warriors' recent form has been worrying, as they have only managed a record of 21 wins and 20 losses. Despite being on a two-game winning streak, they still rank 11th in the Western Conference and have fallen out of the play-in tournament zone. In the West, apart from three teams intentionally losing games, they are only slightly better than the Spurs led by Wembanyama, which is quite unexpected. In contrast, the Celtics' performance this season has also been slightly below expectations. The team currently has a total record of 29 wins and 13 losses, ranking only second in the East. For the two stars, their goal this season is undoubtedly to successfully defend their title. However, judging from their current competitive state, they seem somewhat relaxed. Especially Jaylen Brown, who won the Eastern Conference Finals MVP and the Finals FMVP last season, seems to have lost his new goal. Before the game, American media ESPN timely provided the latest win rate prediction for that day's match. In this prediction, the Warriors' win rate is only 24.9%, while the Celtics' win rate is as high as 75.1%. Obviously, the American media is very optimistic about the Celtics successfully avenging the Warriors in this game. Regarding…

On January 21, 2025, Beijing time, the Golden State Warriors suffered a crushing defeat at home, losing to the Boston Celtics with a score of 85-125. This outcome sent shockwaves through the NBA, setting several embarrassing records. The Warriors' score of 85 points was like a cold shackle, locking them into a new low for single-game scoring this season. The previous low of 90 points was achieved against the Timberwolves and Rockets, but this game's score further lowered the team's threshold. Losing by over 40 points at home is a situation that has not occurred since 1985. This is not just a numerical gap, but more like a "picture of decline" reflecting the current state of the Warriors. Seeing such a situation, the Warriors' owner could no longer contain his inner flames. However, the owner's anger, like a spark with the potential to start a prairie fire, stems from reasons beyond just this one defeat. "A dike a thousand miles long can be destroyed by an ant hole," and the team's various problems have been eroding this once-champion team like ant holes. Looking at the Warriors' performance against strong teams, "encountering strong teams leads to collapse, the former champion's desire to win is completely gone" has become their most realistic portrayal now. Once feared on the court, the Warriors now seem like a toothless tiger in front of strong opponents. In the course of the game, they are powerless, and those opponents once suppressed by the Warriors naturally spare no effort to strike back at the now fallen Warriors. The…

Warriors Suffer a 40-Point Defeat to the Celtics! Tatum Achieves Revenge with 22+9+7, Curry Concedes Early with 18 Points On January 21st, Beijing time, in an NBA regular season game between the Warriors and the Celtics, the Celtics took control of the game early on with a 14-1 run in the first quarter. By halftime, they had built a 15-point lead at 54-39. In the third quarter, the Celtics continued their dominance with a 43-24 score, extending their lead to 34 points. The Warriors conceded defeat early, and the Celtics easily avenged their previous loss to the Warriors. The Celtics' record improved to 30 wins and 13 losses, while the Warriors' record dropped to 21 wins and 21 losses. Statistical Highlights Celtics: Tatum scored 22 points, grabbed 9 rebounds, dished out 7 assists, and made 2 steals. Porzingis contributed 18 points and 7 rebounds with 2 assists. Brown added 17 points and 4 rebounds. Holiday scored 10 points with 4 rebounds and 2 assists. Pritchard had 14 points and 9 assists, and Hauser chipped in with 11 points. Warriors: Curry scored 18 points with 3 rebounds and 4 assists. Schroder had 7 points. Wiggins shot 1 for 11, scoring 4 points and grabbing 3 rebounds. Payton contributed 2 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists. Hield scored 6 points with 2 rebounds and 2 assists. Moody added 13 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists. Game MVP Tatum shot 9 for 20, scoring 22 points, grabbing 9 rebounds, dishing out 7 assists, and making 2 steals. His plus-minus was as high as…

On January 21st, Beijing time, the NBA regular season welcomed several key battles. Among them, the momentum of Jalen Green's Rockets faced off against the Pistons led by the same-year number one pick Cade Cunningham, the Suns with their impressive debut of new recruits took on the Eastern Conference leaders, the Cavaliers, and the grudge match between the Warriors and the Celtics. The specific highlights of the games are as follows: The Rockets lost at home to the Pistons 96:107. So far this season, the Rockets have achieved a record of 28 wins and 13 losses, ranking second in the West, while the Pistons have 21 wins and 21 losses, ranking ninth in the East. Playing at home, the Rockets were completely out of form, with both inside and outside defenses collapsing. Jalen Duren dominated the paint, and the momentum of Jalen Green was disrupted by consecutive turnovers, allowing the Pistons to go on a 14:0 run, trailing 29:40 by 11 points at the end of the first quarter. In the second quarter, taking advantage of the Pistons' poor form, Aminu Thompson and Whitmore continuously attacked, leveling the score before halftime. After the break, Cade Cunningham suddenly exploded, scoring 19 points in a single quarter with unstoppable drives and outside shots, once again widening the gap. In the final quarter, both teams had extremely low offensive efficiency, with Jalen Green scoring 9 points alone, which was not enough to save the game. Ultimately, the Rockets lost at home to the Pistons 96:107. The absence of Adams led to the Rockets…