Beijing time on December 30, the NBA game continues, the Lakers and Grizzlies game is the focus of the war, today is James's 37th birthday, the old Zhan should be full of fire. In addition to the game, the league also has 3 news out, below, the author for everyone to take stock of the introduction. First, it is reported that the Cavaliers' core guard Rubio was reimbursed for the season and suffered a serious injury. Second, Irving officially returned today, Durant was happy and broken, and throughout the training, Durant was full of smiles. Third, Thomas Jr. will sign for the Lone Rangers, and after playing a few games for the Lakers, Thomas Jr. is now back to work.
First, Rubio season reimbursement
Just today, the Cavaliers suffered a huge blow. Rubio will reportedly miss all the remaining games of the season due to a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee, that is, Rubio will be reimbursed this season. So far this season, Rubio has averaged 13.1 points, 4.1 rebounds and 6.6 assists per game, and he is the cavaliers' core guard. Currently, the Cavaliers are fifth in the East with 20 wins and 14 losses and have become the strongest team in the East, with Rubio contributing a lot.
Rubio, who is already a 31-year-old veteran, has suffered a serious ligament tear injury that could affect his career and whether he will be able to return to the top. Hopefully, Rubio will return to the court soon, he is the most imaginative star in the NBA to pass, and his organizational skills are superb. Now that the Cavaliers have lost a major player, they definitely need reinforcements to improve the strength of the No. 1 position.
According to reporters, after Rubio's season reimbursement, the Cavaliers may trade for Simmons. Simmons is a point guard who is stronger defensive than Rubio, and in addition to shooting, he is almost a strengthened version of Rubio, and if he can win Simmons, the Cavaliers have a good chance of becoming the dark horse of the East, and even reaching the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Second, Irving officially returned to the team, and KD was happy to be broken
Just today, the Nets held an intra-team training session, in fact, to welcome Irving's return. Irving participated in the team's training for the first time after September, and this time Irving returned to the team, Durant was very happy, and during training, KD always smiled and closed his mouth, very happy. Owen is Durant's best friend, and now that his brothers are finally coming back to play, Durant must be thrilled.
Irving is in good form and he doesn't blame the team. In an interview, Irving also expressed his thoughts, he understands the team's decision to ban him, at the same time, he is also eager to return to the stadium, hoping to take advantage of the fact that the big three are at the peak and launch an impact on the championship. Now, as long as injuries can be avoided, the Nets have a high probability of winning the championship, and the biggest opponent is still the defending champion Bucks.
The Nets are currently in first place in the East with 23 wins and nine losses, and the record is very good, while Irving is expected to return in mid-January and can only play away games. Even if Irving and his teammates need time to grind together, the Nets' record should not be affected too much. However, if the Nets' rankings slip, it may be more beneficial to the title race, because if the Nets do not have home advantage, then in the playoffs, Irving can play four games in a series.
Three, Thomas Jr. signed the Lone Ranger
Thomas Jr. is very inspirational, and although he has been eliminated by the NBA for a long time, Thomas has been sticking to his dream and preparing for a return to the NBA. A few days ago, the Lakers lacked major generals, so they gave Thomas Jr. a chance, and the two sides signed a 10-day contract. Thomas Jr.'s performance is very good, but there are many shortcomings, defense is a big problem, and the offensive efficiency is not high, averaging 9.2 points, 2 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game, and the three-point shooting rate is only 22.7%. In the end, the Lakers decided to give up Thomas Jr. and did not renew his contract.
And just today, the news of Thomas Jr.'s signing came out. According to NBA celebrity Shams, Thomas Jr. will sign the Lone Ranger, and the two sides are expected to meet today. Now, Thomas Jr.'s opportunity has come again, Cuban is really a very enthusiastic boss, and now, he has decided to keep Thomas Jr. in the NBA, I don't know if it is a formal contract.
In addition to the signing of Thomas Jr., according to the nets' official announcement, the team signed a second 10-day contract with Harrison. Shaquil Harrison played two regular season games for the Nets this season, averaging 11.5 minutes per game, cutting 2 points, 2 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 0.5 steals and 0.5 blocks, and the performance was comprehensive, he just needed more performance opportunities.