The decision by the Clippers to part ways with Paul George during this offseason has been controversial, but from the perspective of long-term planning, financial flexibility, and team competitiveness, it may be a practical one. George's performance remained stable last season, but considering his age of 34 and injury history, coupled with his desire for a four-year, $212 million maximum contract, the Clippers' choice not to renew his contract was a wise move. Firstly, the Clippers' decision to let George go is a reasonable choice based on financial considerations. George's demands not only include high salaries but also come with a no-trade clause, which is a limitation for the Clippers. If the Clippers had accepted his demands, they would have faced greater salary pressure over the next four years. This would undoubtedly have been a huge burden on their future salary cap space. Despite the strong financial resources of the Clippers' owner, Steve Ballmer, even he must reassess spending due to the NBA's "second luxury tax threshold" system. The second luxury tax threshold is not just about high luxury tax penalties but also includes a series of operational restrictions, such as freezing draft picks, being unable to conduct multi-contract aggregation trades, having no mid-level exception or trade exception, etc., which limits the team's ability to operate flexibly. Secondly, the Clippers' choice also reflects their plans for the future. George's contract would have been one year longer than that of another core player, Kawhi Leonard, and the Clippers clearly do not want to invest too much energy in aging players. Instead,…

This season's NBA has seen many surprising teams, such as the Rockets ranking in the top 3 of the Western Conference and the Cavaliers consistently holding the No. 1 spot in the Eastern Conference, both exceeding expectations. At the same time, there are also many disappointing teams, such as the Bucks who kept losing at the beginning of the season and the Kings who have already fired their coach Mike Brown, whose performances were too abstract and embarrassing. However, when it comes to the team with the biggest ups and downs this season, the Golden State Warriors undoubtedly deserve the title. They ranked first in the West with a record of 12 wins and 3 losses after the first 15 regular season games, but now that 30 games have passed, the Warriors' record has come to 15 wins and 15 losses, falling out of the top 10 in the West. Joining the Warriors for 13 million, not fitting in with the Golden State philosophy, the trade has put you in an awkward position. A month ago, Warriors fans were still calling for a championship run, trying to replicate the miracle of 2022. However, in just a short month, media and fans have started to wonder if this Warriors team will miss the playoffs for another consecutive season. On one hand, the competition in the West is indeed fierce, but on the other hand, the Warriors' recent poor performance has been suffocating and frustrating. In such a volatile emotional state, no one can find their place, especially the Warriors management. In…

On December 30th, Beijing time, a total of 6 NBA games were played, involving the Rockets, Grizzlies, Thunder, Spurs, and Timberwolves. As a result, the Western Conference has become chaotic, which can be summarized as follows: The Lakers have received big gifts, the top spot has achieved an 11-game winning streak, and the Warriors have overtaken the Spurs. The Thunder defeated the Grizzlies 130-106, with Morant absent. This game was completely one-sided, with the Thunder winning the second quarter by 23 points, and the Grizzlies collapsing in the second half. In terms of data, Alexander scored 35 points with 6 rebounds, 7 assists, and 4 blocks on 14 of 19 shooting, truly aiming for the MVP. Jalen Williams had 14 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists. Currently, the Thunder has won 11 consecutive games, leading the Grizzlies behind them by a whopping 5.0 games. It is basically impossible for the Thunder to be surpassed, not to mention that Holmgren has yet to return. According to NBA's big data statistics, the 11-game winning streak is the second-longest in Thunder history. They achieved a 12-game winning streak in the 12-13 season, which was still the era of Durant and Westbrook. Alexander has performed at an MVP level this season, averaging 30.7 points, 5.6 rebounds, 6.0 assists, 1.9 steals, and 1.2 blocks with a 51% shooting percentage. His main opponent in the MVP race is Jokic, but Jokic's record is at a disadvantage, and the league may experience aesthetic fatigue, so Alexander has a high probability of winning the MVP. The Rockets narrowly…

The final moments of the game between the Warriors and the Suns were incredibly exciting. With just 1 minute and 59 seconds left in the game, the score was tied at 101:101. This match was as important as a playoff game, with both teams entering the contest ranked 10th and 11th in the Western Conference. The Warriors, playing back-to-back games, had rested Curry and Green in their previous game to focus on this crucial positioning battle. A victory in this game was worth double for both sides. The Suns had possession, with Jones quickly bringing the ball up the court. Schroder stood in front of him to defend. Jones reached the left 45-degree three-point line, where Durant provided a screen. Jones used the screen to break towards the basket, with Green coming over to help defend. Jones lobbed the ball high into the air, aiming for Plumlee under the basket to attempt a dunk. Kuminga tried to intercept the ball mid-air to prevent Plumlee from scoring, but the referee blew the whistle, indicating a foul on Kuminga. Almost all the Warriors players simultaneously raised their fingers, hoping the coaching staff would challenge the call. Green, Curry, and Kuminga all requested that Kerr challenge the decision, and Kerr promptly requested a review. After careful replay examination, the referees upheld the original call, awarding Plumlee two free throws, which he made, restoring the Suns' two-point lead. It was then the Warriors' turn to attack. Schroder slowly brought the ball up the court, with Kuminga receiving it before quickly passing to Green at…

The overall landscape of the Western Conference is becoming increasingly interesting two months into the regular season. The Thunder are firmly in first place, with Alexander and Jiewei's bottom-up capabilities ranking among the best; the Pelicans are also stable at the bottom, unable to win after Ingram went down, and they have turned around to prepare for rebuilding, but it's a pipe dream to rely on Zion Williamson and McCollum to exchange for rebuilding assets. In the middle of the big melee zone, the Grizzlies, Rockets, and Mavericks are fighting for second place, while the Clippers are gradually stabilizing in fifth place in the West. The big melee corps behind them includes many giants, such as the Lakers, who always bring hope when fans are desperate, and pour cold water when fans are looking forward. At the Nuggets, as Jokic said, "We're playing so badly, but we're still seventh in the West, which is pretty good." The most embarrassing thing is still the two championship-level giants, one is the Suns, who started 8-1 and topped the Western Conference, then 7-14, all the way down to tenth in the West, Durant is not there, the team is hard to win; Booker is not there, the Suns are also hard to win, I really don't know where the nearly 400millionspentwent?It′sverysimple,inthebattlewiththeMavericks,whenDurantscored35pointsinvain,his400 million spent went? It's very simple, in the battle with the Mavericks, when Durant scored 35 points in vain, his 400millionspentwent?It′sverysimple,inthebattlewiththeMavericks,whenDurantscored35pointsinvain,his50 million partner Beal only got 11 points out of 18 shots. What's even more annoying is actually the Warriors. On the…

Last Year's Coach of the Year, Fired This Season for Criticizing Team Leader! Kerr is Disappointed! The core players of a team have an important tactical position and team voice, after all, they are the important guarantee of the team's record and box office, so the leader of each team must be well taken care of. Offending the team leader really doesn't have any good results to eat, and this is what a coach has taught everyone. The Kings fired head coach Mike Brown. Before his arrival, the Kings were not in an ideal situation, but the work done by Brown and his team was obvious to all, and it was unexpected that he was fired so quickly. According to American media analysis, the main reason for Brown's dismissal may be that he criticized star player Fox after the Kings were tragically defeated by the Pistons. He said after the game that the last defense was to let the players foul quickly, rather than give three points, but the players did not execute according to his arrangements. It was unexpected that he was fired like this, which is indeed surprising. Mike Brown began coaching the Kings in 2022, leading the Kings to a record of 48 wins and 34 losses in the 2022-23 season, with a winning rate of 58.5%, ranking third in the West and seventh in the league, helping the Kings reach the playoffs after 16 years. This is also the first time the Kings have made it to the playoffs since 2006, greatly boosting the morale and…

NBA regular season, the Thunder defeated the Hornets 106-94, the Warriors overturned the Suns 109-105, and the Nuggets defeated the Pistons 134-121. The competition in the West is extremely fierce. Let's take a look at the game overview and rankings. The Thunder won 10 consecutive victories with a score of 106-94 away from home against the Hornets, ranking first with excellent results. Jalen Williams scored 20 points, and Hartenstein scored 12 points and 15 rebounds. Alexander once again saved the team from the fire, contributing 22 points, 4 rebounds, and 6 assists throughout the game. Although there were 4 turnovers in the final quarter, it did not affect the team's pace forward at all. I dare to guarantee that this year's MVP must be Alexander. What do you think? The Warriors narrowly defeated the Suns 109-105 at home to end their losing streak, while the Suns suffered two consecutive losses and dropped to 11th place. Durant scored 31 points in vain, and Beal got 28 points; Curry returned and scored 22 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, Kuminga performed outstandingly and scored 34 points, and Green scored 16 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists. At the beginning of the game, both sides fought fiercely, and at the end of the first half, the Suns led the Warriors by 4 points. In the final quarter, Kuminga scored 13 points in a single quarter, helping the team overturn the Suns and win the game. The Nuggets defeated the Pistons 134-121 at home. Teacher Yue played bravely and contributed 37 points, 9 rebounds,…

On December 29th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued with the Warriors facing off against the Suns at home in a back-to-back game. In this match, Curry and Green made their return, and both teams were locked in a seesaw battle, with the Warriors taking the initiative and leading by some points. Beal and Durant led the Suns in catching up on the score, and after that, both teams were in a seesaw battle, with the point difference never widening. In the end, the Suns couldn't hold on in the crucial moments. Ultimately, the Warriors defeated the Suns 109-105, ending their three-game losing streak. In this game, Curry and Green returned, and Schroder continued to start. Beal started hot, while the Warriors relied on Curry and Kuminga to continuously score points, successfully overtaking the point difference and leading by 7 points in the first quarter. In the second quarter, the Suns began to exert themselves, and the Warriors made consecutive mistakes. The Suns unleashed a 26-7 run, directly overtaking and widening the point difference. Fortunately, Green hit a three-pointer to stop the bleeding, followed by Curry hitting a buzzer-beater, and at halftime, the Warriors narrowed the gap to 61-65. After changing sides for the second half, neither team could continue their fiery shooting from the first half, both falling into a stalemate, with the point difference never widening, and the third quarter ended with the Warriors trailing by 5 points. Entering the final quarter, the Suns still held the initiative on the court, but in the crucial moments, Kuminga…

On December 29, 2024, the Golden State Warriors defeated the Phoenix Suns at home with a close score of 109-105, successfully ending their three-game losing streak. The outbreak of Kuminga and Curry's return became the key to the game, while the Suns' mistakes and unstable offense ultimately led to their loss. This victory for the Warriors is not only a win but also reflects several important facts. Here is a review of the game's highlights and seven undeniable truths. Kuminga's Explosive Performance Kuminga displayed an astonishing individual ability in the game, scoring 34 points and grabbing 9 rebounds. Especially in the last quarter, his crucial scores helped the Warriors achieve a comeback. This performance proved Kuminga's growth in critical moments and showed his potential to become a core player in the future. Curry's Steady Return Despite just recovering from an injury, Curry's return still brought significant help to the Warriors. He contributed 22 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists throughout the game, especially with some key scores in the final quarter that helped stabilize the team's lead. Curry's presence undoubtedly enhanced the Warriors' overall offensive level. The Suns' Offensive Efficiency Falters Although the Suns have two major offensive weapons in Durant and Beal, their offensive mistakes in critical moments ultimately cost them the game. Beal and Durant showcased their powerful offensive capabilities in the first three quarters, but the Suns failed to seize the opportunity in the final moments and were eventually overtaken by the Warriors. The Warriors' Teamwork and Resilience This game also reaffirmed the Warriors' strong teamwork abilities.…

In the continuous progress of this season's regular season, some teams in the league inevitably encounter bottlenecks in their development. Taking the Kings as an example, they were once a dark horse team in the West that attracted attention, but recently they have experienced a disappointing five-game losing streak. This series of defeats directly led to the sudden departure of head coach Mike Brown, and at the same time, the team's core members were also placed on the cusp of trade. The situation of the Suns is also noteworthy. Although they boast the most luxurious lineup in the entire league, the combination of top scorers Durant, Booker, and Beal should have made the team invincible, but in reality, their record has never reached expectations, hovering just at the edge of the playoffs, appearing somewhat unworthy of their reputation. The Bulls have been mired in trade rumors since the beginning of the season. Star player Zach LaVine is in an awkward position due to contract issues, and his high salary, which is considered unreasonable, makes him rarely sought after in the transfer market. The Bulls are thus caught in a dilemma, finding it difficult to achieve transformation through rebuilding, and also struggling to improve their record based on their current roster. If not adjusted in time, it may miss the development opportunities for the next few years. In addition, the Warriors and Heat, two traditional powerhouses, are also facing unprecedented challenges. The Warriors showed strong strength at the beginning of the season, achieving a record of 12 wins and 3 losses…