NBA Regular Season: Warriors Defeat Grizzlies Without Curry, Wiggins Scores 24 Points, Kuminga Injured and Green Commits Level 1 Foul On January 5th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued. In today's Western Conference focus game, the Warriors hosted the challenge of the Grizzlies at home. Both teams' star players, Curry and Morant, were absent due to injuries. The two teams continuously hit three-pointers in the first quarter, with the Warriors leading the Grizzlies by 1 point. The second quarter was very close, with Kuminga suffering an ankle injury and retiring before halftime. Wiggins scored 18 points in the third quarter to lead the Warriors to a stable situation, leading the Grizzlies by 6 points. In the final quarter, the entire Warriors team performed well, holding off the Grizzlies' counterattack and ultimately defeating them at home with a score of 121-113. The Warriors achieved a two-game winning streak, with a record of 18 wins and 16 losses; the Grizzlies suffered a two-game losing streak, with a record of 23 wins and 13 losses. Both Teams' Data:‌ Grizzlies - Bane 22 points, 4 rebounds, 10 assists; Jackson 21 points, 8 rebounds; Wells 8 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists; Idi 5 points, 6 rebounds; Pippen Jr. 12 points, 5 rebounds; Huff 9 points; Laravia 17 points, 4 rebounds, 8 assists; Clarke 10 points; Warriors - Wiggins 24 points; Schroder 17 points, 9 assists; Hield 14 points; Green 9 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists; Davis 11 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists; Kuminga 13 points; Waters 16 points; Li Kairui 7 points. Star of…

Kevin Durant's announcement has caused a seismic shift in the league, with teams like the Rockets and Warriors responding accordingly. In the absence of Booker, the Suns have only managed to secure one win out of six games. Despite Durant's heroic performances, including scoring 37 points against the Pacers, a season-high 43 points against the Pistons, and another 31 points against his old rivals, the Warriors, the team's losses overshadow these individual achievements. The Suns have only won once since Booker's absence, during the Christmas Day game against the Nuggets, with Durant consistently delivering star-level performances but still unable to secure victories. Durant's frustration with the team's situation is evident, as other players fail to provide support on both ends of the court, leaving him isolated in crucial moments. The team's inability to trade the instigator of their losing streak further exacerbates Durant's dissatisfaction, leading to feelings of hopelessness regarding championship aspirations. Following a close loss to the Warriors, Durant openly expressed his desire for a trade, which could potentially trigger significant changes across the league. Teams such as the Rockets, Thunder, Warriors, Mavericks, and even the Suns themselves have shown interest in facilitating a trade, with many willing to offer substantial assets for the 36-year-old veteran. The Rockets, currently second in the West, lack a superstar presence that could elevate them in critical moments. They are prepared to offer multiple first-round picks and young players to entice the Suns, making the acquisition of Durant seem almost inevitable. The Lakers have also publicly declared their willingness to part with anyone…

Although the Golden State Warriors traded for Schroder, his shooting form has been inconsistent since joining the team, resulting in fluctuating team performance, making it difficult to say that the Warriors have made an absolute profit. Recently, the Warriors lost to the Cavaliers and Clippers, and Curry wanted to lead the team out of their slump against the Philadelphia 76ers' trio lineup featuring Embiid, Paul George, and Maxi. In the game between the Warriors and the 76ers, Curry and Schroder started off playing exceptionally well, continuously sinking three-pointers to help the Warriors take the lead. Although Embiid and Maxi were scoring both inside and outside, the 76ers remained behind. Kuminga, Wiggins, and Curry continued to explode, with the Warriors leading by 16 points at halftime. In the second half, the 76ers relied on Embiid and Paul George to score points, but the other players were unable to contribute. The Warriors, on the other hand, had a collective outbreak, with multiple players contributing, even Draymond Green scored consecutively. The Warriors entered the final quarter with a 25-point lead, and Curry hit two more three-pointers, causing the 76ers to concede defeat. Both teams then used substitutes for training, and the Warriors eventually won by a large margin of 34 points. Embiid shot 8 for 19, scoring 27 points, 14 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, and 2 blocks, with a negative plus/minus value of -25. Paul George shot 7 for 12, scoring 19 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist, with a negative plus/minus value of -26, the lowest in the game. Maxi shot…

The game between the Warriors and the Nets was truly astonishing, as we watched the Warriors go from a lead of up to 18 points to a final reversal. Such an outcome was unexpected by many. Initially, everyone thought that the Warriors could easily defeat the Nets, considering they were among the top contenders in the West, while the Nets were in a rebuilding phase with inconsistent performance, making the gap between them quite evident. However, the game's outcome delivered a resounding slap in the face to everyone. Not only did the Warriors fail to maintain their victory, but they also suffered a stunning reversal, which was quite surprising. At the beginning of the game, neither team was in particularly good form. The Warriors seemed to be holding back, and the Nets were somewhat disorganized, entering a low point where both sides took turns missing shots, making the scene somewhat tense. Fortunately, Johnson of the Nets broke the deadlock with a three-pointer from the corner, helping the Nets score first. On the Warriors' side, they relied on Green's breakthrough layup to gradually find some rhythm, followed by Thomas' corner three-pointer that stabilized the Nets' position. Subsequently, Wiggins repeatedly attacked the basket, and Davis also scored with a reverse layup under the basket, allowing the Warriors to gradually regain their composure. Until the end of the game, Curry and Hield's consecutive three-pointers allowed the Warriors to suddenly launch an 11-0 mini-climax, overtaking the score. At the end of the first quarter, the Warriors led the Nets 67-58. Entering the second quarter,…

The Warriors suffered a crushing defeat at home to the Cavaliers, with a score of 95-113, causing their record to drop to 16 wins and 16 losses, slipping to 10th place in the rankings. The Cavaliers extended their winning streak to seven games and remain at the top of the Eastern Conference. Stephen Curry had a disappointing game with only 11 points, while Schroder also struggled, scoring 12 points. Trez contributed 16 points and 16 rebounds. For the Cavaliers, Mitchell scored 23 points, Garland had 25 points, and Allen added 12 points and 9 rebounds. The Cavaliers have been incredibly strong this season. Although there is still a long way to go in the season, I dare say that they have basically secured the Eastern Conference championship. So far, they have only lost four games and are likely to break the Warriors' previous record of 73 wins. In this game, the Warriors' overall performance was average. The game started with a close battle between both sides, but in the second quarter, the Cavaliers pulled away. By the third quarter, the Cavaliers had expanded their lead to double digits, and by the fourth quarter, the game entered garbage time as the Cavaliers easily secured the victory. In another match, the Nuggets defeated the Jazz 132-121 on the road, securing their second consecutive win. Jokic had an outstanding performance with 36 points, 22 rebounds, and 11 assists. "Weizhen Tian" returned to his peak form, going 7-for-7 from the field to score 16 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. Porter contributed 21 points,…

In the Western Conference arena, every day is filled with exciting basketball stories, and today is no exception. After the flames of six games have been extinguished, the rankings have changed once again, bringing joy to some and sorrow to others. The Lakers narrowly defeated the Trail Blazers, the Warriors triumphed over the 76ers, while the Clippers suffered a loss to the Thunder. Behind these seemingly simple game results lies the undercurrents of change in the Western Conference landscape. Today, let's talk about these Western Conference teams and see who will have the last laugh. First, let's talk about the Clippers, who haven't been having an easy time recently. After their loss to the Thunder, they've now suffered two consecutive defeats. There are many reasons for their losses, but Harden's absence is undoubtedly the biggest issue. Without Harden, Powell was completely lost, shooting only 1 out of 11 and scoring a meager 6 points while committing 6 turnovers. These statistics are heart-wrenching to even mention. Powell's poor performance also exposes the Clippers' over-reliance on Harden. When Harden is present, he can organize the offense, attract defenders, and score himself. However, without him, the Clippers' offense becomes leaderless, and Powell clearly cannot shoulder the responsibility of being the core. The absence of one star player plunges the team into such difficulties; is the Clippers' tactical system too simplistic? However, Clipper fans don't need to worry too much as Leonard is set to return soon. Leonard's comeback will undoubtedly inject a strong dose of energy into the Clippers. He excels at both…

The Warriors' "Ice Age": The merciless reality of a 16-16 record. Before the start of the season, the Warriors had a stable 12-3 record, firmly seated atop the Western Conference, and everyone praised them with the words, "This is the temperament of the defending champions." However, in the last 17 games, they crashed and burned with a 4-13 record, plummeting their overall record to 16-16, completely undoing all their previous progress. After being thrashed by the Cavaliers, the Warriors' "winter" was confirmed. Curry Clocks Out Early: The "Bitter Smile of Acceptance" at 4:39. With 4 minutes and 39 seconds left in the game, Curry looked at the scoreboard and perhaps silently thought, "Forget it, don't struggle anymore." Then he and Green were immediately subbed out and sat on the bench in a daze. Curry's face bore a "bitter smile," filled with helplessness that conveyed, "I really tried my best, but we just can't do it." This loss was too clean, too thorough, too embarrassing, even the starters decided to clock out early. The Big Three Become "Sinners": A Ridiculous 35-for-9 Shooting Performance. Curry, Green, and Schroder, who should have carried the Warriors' flag, ended up becoming the "trio of sinners." In the entire game, these three players shot 35 times but only made 9 shots, with a shooting percentage comparable to amateur players. Curry went 4-for-14, 3-for-11 from beyond the arc; Green went 1-for-10, becoming a "blacksmith"; Schroder went 4-for-11, barely considered a "normal person." Together, they only scored 25 points, directly dragging the Warriors into the abyss. First Half…

The NBA regular season is in full swing, and another game day has come to an end. There were many exciting matchups on this game day, with James even setting a new personal milestone while winning. After the end of this game day, the rankings on the Western Conference standings have once again undergone new changes. Let's take a look together. The NBA Western Conference rankings are in chaos: the Lakers rise to fourth, the Warriors' ninth spot is unstable, and the Suns are in trouble. The teams ranked 11th to 15th in the standings are the Suns, Kings, Trail Blazers, Jazz, and Pelicans. The Kings have impressed after changing coaches, winning three consecutive games against strong opponents such as the Mavericks, 76ers, and the top-ranked Grizzlies. These victories carry significant weight. After winning these games, their record stands at 16 wins and 19 losses, just 0.5 games behind the Suns. More importantly, the Suns have suffered three consecutive losses in their last three games. The team's problems are quite evident, and it remains to be seen how they will adjust. To be honest, the Suns are in a bit of trouble, and it will be challenging for them to make further progress this season. Teams ranked 4th to 10th in the standings are the Lakers, Nuggets, Mavericks, Clippers, Spurs, Warriors, and Timberwolves. The Timberwolves have suffered another two consecutive losses and currently have a record of 17 wins and 16 losses, ranking 10th in the Western Conference standings. This is because the Spurs earlier defeated the Nuggets and secured…

On January 3rd, Beijing time, the latest round of NBA regular season has come to an end. In the just-concluded focus match between the Warriors and the 76ers, the Warriors relied on Curry's super performance of 30+6+10 to easily defeat the 76ers 139-105 at home, successfully catching up with the Timberwolves ranked eighth in the West. As one of the top three teams in the West in the early season, the Warriors once achieved unexpected results under the circumstances of holding a "bad hand." However, as the schedule progressed in-depth, multiple factors plagued the Warriors' competitiveness to plummet. If it weren't for Curry's strong bottoming out, the Warriors might have to go through the tragedy of finishing last in the West again last season. Moreover, although the Warriors introduced Schroder in the past few games, the team did not show a brand-new competitive state, so continuing to find an All-Star partner for Curry is still a key issue that the Warriors are currently focusing on. It is worth mentioning that at the same time, in the Eastern Conference, reporter Shams revealed that Butler has clearly expressed his willingness to trade to the management, hoping to leave the team before the trade deadline and join any team other than the Heat because he firmly believes that he can shape the team into a championship contender anywhere. After comprehensive consideration, Butler, who applied for a trade, became the most ideal reinforcement target for the Warriors, and coincidentally, the Warriors were listed among Butler's ideal next home list. In this regard, American media…

Heat Suspends Butler for 7 Games with a Loss of $2.35 Million! Famous Criticizes Riley for Overstepping, Warriors Have Discussed Trades On January 4th, Beijing time, the drama surrounding Butler's departure from the Heat has escalated. In response to Butler's trade request, the Heat officially announced his suspension without pay for seven games and stated that they will consider offers for him. The Warriors, previously mentioned by Butler as a team he was interested in joining, have already engaged in preliminary trade discussions with the Heat. Heat Suspends Butler for 7 Games In the face of Butler's clear demand for a trade, even publicly stating his willingness to go anywhere but Miami, Pat Riley of the Heat has shown a tough stance. After confirming the authenticity of the news, the team began to formally listen to trade offers for Butler. The Heat then quickly issued a statement, citing unfavorable behavior since the start of the season, especially in recent weeks, as the reason for suspending Butler without pay for seven games. According to the labor agreement, Butler will lose 1/145 of his annual salary per game, which is 346,543,totaling346,543, totaling 346,543,totaling2.35 million for seven games. Since it is a team suspension rather than a league suspension, only Butler's salary is affected, not the Heat's luxury tax. More importantly, including these seven suspended games, Butler will miss 17 games this season. This means he cannot miss any remaining games to meet the "65-game" rule and retain eligibility for regular-season awards. Whether or not he can win awards such as the All-NBA…