NBA star salaries have been skyrocketing, with supermax contracts flying around, and garbage contracts are also emerging one after another. Just in the past 10 years, many star players' garbage contracts have reached textbook levels, serving as lessons of blood and tears! Take Harris for example, from signing a 4-year, 64millioncontractwiththeMagictoa5−year,64 million contract with the Magic to a 5-year, 64millioncontractwiththeMagictoa5−year,180 million contract with the 76ers, and then a 2-year, 52millionbigcontractwiththePistons,establishingthereputationofthe"EmperorofWorkers."There′salsoBeal,holdinga5−year,52 million big contract with the Pistons, establishing the reputation of the "Emperor of Workers." There's also Beal, holding a 5-year, 52millionbigcontractwiththePistons,establishingthereputationofthe"EmperorofWorkers."There′salsoBeal,holdinga5−year,251 million supermax contract in one hand and a trade veto power in the other, lacking virtue but causing great harm! Last offseason, the NBA league signed an 11-year, 77billionsuperbroadcastingcontract,breakinghistoricalrecords!Atthesametime,manystarsintheleaguehavesignedcontractsworthover77 billion super broadcasting contract, breaking historical records! At the same time, many stars in the league have signed contracts worth over 77billionsuperbroadcastingcontract,breakinghistoricalrecords!Atthesametime,manystarsintheleaguehavesignedcontractsworthover200 million, such as Tatum of the Celtics (5 years, 315million),BarnesoftheRaptors(5years,315 million), Barnes of the Raptors (5 years, 315million),BarnesoftheRaptors(5years,224 million), Markkanen of the Jazz (5 years, 238million),WagnerJr.oftheMagic(5years,238 million), Wagner Jr. of the Magic (5 years, 238million),WagnerJr.oftheMagic(5years,224 million), Mobley Jr. of the Cavaliers (5 years, 224million),CunninghamofthePistons(5years,224 million), Cunningham of the Pistons (5 years, 224million),CunninghamofthePistons(5years,226 million), George of the 76ers (4 years, 212million)andMaxey(4years,212 million) and Maxey (4 years, 212million)andMaxey(4years,202 million), Anunoby of the Knicks (5 years, 212.5million),andMurrayoftheNuggets(4years,212.5 million), and Murray of the Nuggets (4 years, 212.5million),andMurrayoftheNuggets(4years,209 million), etc. Next, let's take a look at the garbage contracts in the NBA this season and see who is the "MVP" among them. Among these 200milliongiants,theleastfamousandmostcriticizedisMurrayoftheNuggets!MurrayisluckytohavejoinedtheleagueandhuggedJokic′sthigh,tastingthetasteofthechampionship;Murrayisalsounlucky,hisstrength,data,andpopularityarenoteye−catchingamongtheluxuriousWesternConferenceguards,andhehasneverplayedintheAll−StarGame.Evenso,Murraystillmadesteadyprogressintherenewalnegotiation,NuggetsgeneralmanagerBoothhadnochoicebuttogivehima4−year,200 million giants, the least famous and most criticized…

The Warriors' defeat has left Coach Cole's face colder than the winter in the Bay Area. With a final score of 95:113, the Cavaliers emerged victorious while the Warriors set a disgraceful home court record - a 33% shooting percentage and a 24% three-point percentage, plunging them to new lows. Never before in the Cole era have the Warriors played with such dismal statistics at home. This once-dominant team now seems adrift, at the mercy of the tides. The Warriors' loss was not unexpected. Facing the league-leading Cavaliers, their performance was akin to a "disaster art exhibition." Curry shot 4 for 14 from the field, 3 for 11 from beyond the arc, scoring only 11 points. Such numbers are unacceptable for a two-time MVP. Green, on the other hand, had an "elite collapse," shooting 1 for 10 and scoring just 2 points. His performance raises doubts about whether this is still the passionate and defensive-minded Green we know. It seems as if the Warriors' key players have collectively fallen into a psychological rut, with their低迷的状态如影随形。 In contrast, the young Cavaliers team is full of vitality and resilience. Garland scored 25 points with 8 assists, Mitchell added 23 points, and Allen and Wade dominated the paint. The team's chemistry and execution are the keys to their success. Against the Warriors, they shot 46% from the field and 38% from three-point range. Most importantly, they did not falter in the clutch, demonstrating the demeanor of a strong team. The Warriors' problems extend beyond losing a single game; it appears that their entire…

NBA regular season games continued today, with all matches concluded. The Bucks defeated the Pacers 120-112 on the road, the Celtics overwhelmed the Raptors 125-71 at home, the Clippers suffered a crushing 86-122 loss to the Spurs away, the Thunder beat the Timberwolves 113-105 at home, the Lakers lost 110-122 to the Cavaliers at home, and the Suns lost 112-117 to the Grizzlies at home. Despite not having a game scheduled today, the Warriors received a significant gift. The Warriors' Top 10 Spot in the West Seems Secure!‌ Teams ahead of the Warriors, including the Lakers, Clippers, and Timberwolves, all lost their games. The good news is that, despite currently ranking 10th in the West, the Warriors are only 2.5 games behind the 5th-placed Nuggets. With a winning streak, the Warriors could return to the top 6 in the West, with a significant opportunity. Of course, the Suns' home loss to the Grizzlies was crucial for the Warriors' stability. Booker's return had boosted the Suns' morale, and a Suns victory would have easily pushed the Warriors out of the top 10 in the West. However, not only did the Suns lose at home, dropping to a 15-17 record, but they also fell 1.0 game behind the Warriors, and Beal got injured again. While we do not wish to see players get injured, the Warriors' competitors are still in disarray due to injuries, providing the currently struggling Warriors with a chance to catch their breath. This has allowed the Warriors to temporarily stabilize their top 10 ranking in the West, giving…

On December 31st, Beijing time, the Warriors played against the Cavaliers at home, and the game ended with the Warriors losing to the Cavaliers 95-113. In this game, the Warriors' three-point shooting was only 9 out of 38, with a shooting percentage of just 33.3%. In contrast, the Cavaliers made 18 out of 47 three-pointers, including an impressive 8 out of 14 in the third quarter. When the Cavaliers were able to execute such an offensive performance, the Warriors found it difficult to keep up. To make matters worse, the Warriors also committed 14 turnovers in the game, and despite earning 26 free throw attempts, they only managed to convert 20 of them. It can be said that in this game, the Cavaliers' offense completely overwhelmed the Warriors, so the Warriors' loss was not undeserved. In this season, Steve Kerr's player rotation has been criticized by many, especially his use of Bjelica, which has been particularly questioned. Kerr's post-game comments have once again drawn criticism. After the game, Kerr said in an interview: "I may feel better about our young players now than ever before. I mentioned a few nights ago that I think Kuminga is making a breakthrough in terms of his understanding of things. I believe Davis is also making a leap. I love Bjelica, and I like what he brings to the table: his tenacity, his toughness, and his basketball IQ." While many did not object to Kerr praising Kuminga and Davis, his praise for Bjelica was met with skepticism. Compared to his rookie season, Bjelica has…

As the regular season progresses, some teams in the league inevitably encounter bottlenecks. For example, the Kings have fallen from dark horses in the West to the bottom of the standings. After a recent five-game losing streak, the Kings unexpectedly fired head coach Mike Brown, and their core players were also put on the trading block. The Suns, with the most luxurious lineup in the league, have three top scorers in Durant, Booker, and Beal, but their record is lukewarm, hovering around the play-in tournament, somewhat lacking substance. The Bulls have been mired in trade rumors since the start of the season. Their star player, Zach LaVine, has a huge garbage contract that no one in the market wants, leaving the Bulls in an awkward position, finding it difficult to rebuild or improve their record. If they don't make adjustments to their roster soon, they will have wasted these years. Similarly, the Warriors and Heat have also encountered difficulties recently. The Warriors started high this season but then went low, with a combined record of 12 wins and 3 losses in the first 15 regular-season games, once ranking first in the West. However, in the next 15 games, the Warriors only managed 3 wins and 12 losses, reversing their record from the previous 15 games, with a win rate back to 50%, falling to the middle and lower reaches of the Western Conference. Looking at the data, the Warriors' core scoring points have declined. Curry, who has the highest salary in the league, averages only 22.5 points this season, with…

The NBA league's top teams are now changing, much like a large-scale reality show with various dramas unfolding daily. Some teams want to trade players, others want to rebuild their lineups, and some aim for the championship title; it's all quite chaotic. The Cavaliers have recently impressed with their young players' unexpected success. The team is now vibrant and energetic, with a fast-paced offense and proactive defense, making them a headache for other teams. The Thunder's performance is even more surprising, with their young players showing great passion on the court, especially in their outstanding offensive play. Their defense is also improving, making them one of the most anticipated teams in the West. Although the Rockets are still in the rebuilding phase, their young players have shown great potential, particularly in their excellent offensive play. Their defense is also improving, making them one of the most anticipated teams in the West. The Celtics' performance is also surprising, with their young players showing great passion on the court, especially in their excellent offensive play. Their defense is also improving, making them one of the most anticipated teams in the East. The Nuggets, despite having a superstar like Jokic, still lack overall strength, especially in their inconsistent defensive performance, which makes it difficult for them to perform well in the playoffs. The Bucks' situation is even worse, with an aging lineup and players not in top form, leading to frequent mistakes in games and inconsistent defense, making it difficult for them to perform well in the playoffs. The Suns' situation is not…

Despite recently defeating the struggling Phoenix Suns and returning to the ranks of victory, the Golden State Warriors can only be described as performing averagely. In the first month at the start of the season, the Warriors looked like a championship-level team, but since then, they have taken a sharp turn for the worse and recently appear more like a play-in tournament-level team. Even after making a small trade and acquiring Dennis Schroder, there has been little change, with the Warriors achieving only a 2-4 record in the six games Schroder has played. The team's top star, Stephen Curry, remains at the peak of his game, often doing incredible things; rookie Jonathan Kuminga seems to have finally found the role that suits him best, with his recent performance also showing improvement; Andrew Wiggins and Draymond Green's performances have basically reached their standards. However, some of the other established players in the Warriors' supporting cast, after a strong start to the season, have seen their performances plummet to the bottom, especially this season's important acquisition, Buddy Hield. Hield's performance at the beginning of the season was very impressive, with the former sixth overall pick often displaying shooting abilities from beyond the three-point line comparable to those of Klay Thompson in his prime. Even during the early part of the season when Curry missed multiple games due to injury, the Warriors relied on his offensive performance to maintain stability. Since Hield spent most of his time coming off the bench, he became a hot candidate for the Sixth Man of the Year…

NBA has entered an era of fierce competition, with veteran stars still battling on the court and young rising stars beginning to emerge, vying to become the face of the league's future. However, to be honest, the majority of the league's attention is still focused on those veteran stars, led by James, Curry, and Durant, while the young stars, no matter how highly touted by the league, never seem to receive much favor. On one hand, this is related to the current NBA game environment, where the pace is too fast, with a focus on shooting rather than physicality, resulting in less appeal and fewer fans watching. On the other hand, it's increasingly difficult for the league to produce a groundbreaking superstar, as the overall strength of teams has increased, with almost every team boasting multiple star players, making it harder to create a dynasty team than before. Moreover, the appeal of events like the Slam Dunk Contest and the All-Star Game has been declining year after year. No stars are willing to participate in the dunk contest, and the All-Star matchup is just about casually shooting three-pointers. These events that used to attract a lot of fans are now taken less seriously, naturally making it harder for young stars to gain massive popularity. As NBA commentator Bill Simmons puts it, the league still relies on established stars like James, Curry, and Durant to maintain viewership. Watching them play at such a high level is enjoyable, but this also comes with problems. On Christmas night, during prime time, you can…

On December 31st, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued. In today's focus game, the Warriors lost at home to the Cavaliers, suffering a double defeat this season, with their record becoming 16 wins and 16 losses! Facing the Cavaliers, who have the best record in the league, the Warriors led by 1 point in the first quarter. After entering the second quarter, the Cavaliers completed the lead, and after chasing to 36-38, the Warriors completely collapsed, ending the first half with an 8-point deficit. After the start of the second half, the Cavaliers quickly widened the gap to more than 20 points, and the Warriors were unable to reduce the gap, eventually losing at home again to the Cavaliers, twice this season. The Warriors' loss today is directly related to the poor performance of many players. As the star player, Curry had another bad night. In the entire game, Curry made only 4 out of 14 shots, including 3 out of 11 three-pointers, without any free throws, totaling only 11 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists, and 1 steal. Curry hit two consecutive three-pointers in the third quarter, which was one of his few highlights in the game, but he was unable to help the team close the gap. Green also had a very poor performance today, making only 1 out of 10 shots, including 0 out of 2 three-pointers and 0 out of 2 free throws, totaling only 2 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, 1 steal, and 2 blocks, with 2 turnovers. In the third quarter, Green returned to…

Kerr Surrenders with 4:39 Remaining: Curry and Wiggins Struggle as Warriors Suffer Another Humiliating Defeat On December 31st, Beijing time, the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Golden State Warriors to secure their seventh consecutive victory. The Warriors, known for their prowess in the third quarter, were defeated by the Cavaliers using their own strengths—three-point shooting and transition offense. The Cavaliers comfortably maintained a 20-point lead in the final quarter, ultimately securing the win and completing a season double over the Warriors, extending their winning streak across seasons to four games. This game marked the second encounter between the Cavaliers and the Warriors this season, resulting in a third consecutive victory for the Cavaliers against the Warriors. Prior to this season, the Cavaliers had suffered a 16-game losing streak against the Warriors, which ended with Game 5 of the 2017 Finals until the first match of the 2023-24 season. The rivalry between these two teams continues, with the Cavaliers currently leading the league and eager to extend their winning streak. They successfully achieved a four-game winning streak against the Warriors. In the first quarter, Curry struggled with his shooting, going 1 for 4 and 0 for 3 from three-point range, scoring only 2 points and 2 assists. Garland and Mitchell effectively limited Curry, but the Cavaliers' numerous turnovers—eight in the first quarter—gifted points to the Warriors. Schroder and Wiggins each scored 5 points, while the Warriors' nine-man rotation saw only Waters fail to score. The Cavaliers trailed the Warriors by one point at the end of the first quarter. The second quarter…