On April 8, 2022, Beijing time, the NBA regular season has come to an end, and on this day, many teams have moved, and many playoff teams have laid off staff to prepare for the final playoff lineup. Teams like the Lakers don't have playoff hopes, but they're also trying to prepare for next season!
Jokic was the first in history to have 2,000 points + 1,000 rebounds + 500 assists in a single season
In the Nuggets' win over the Grizzlies, Jokic cut down a comprehensive stat of 35 points, 16 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals, which also allowed Jokic's personal data this season to reach 2,000 points + 1,000 rebounds + 500 assists, becoming the first player in NBA history to achieve this achievement in a single season!
For Jokic, he has been leading the team alone this season, and it is already very good to be able to lead the team to achieve such results, and his personal play and form in the game are close to perfection, and this season he is also the biggest hot candidate for MVP!
Lakers Tucker Jr. scored 40 points
In the Lakers' game against the Warriors, although the Lakers lost, the team's youngster Horton Tucker played the best performance of his career! James, Davis, Westbrook and Anthony were all absent in this game, and Tucker Jr. shot 15-of-28 from the field, 2-of-6 from three-point range, 8-of-9 from the free throw line, and cut down 40 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists and 4 steals!
40 points is also a new season high for Tucker Jr. and a new career scoring record!
Philadelphia Greens lose to the Heat lock in first place in the East
In today's game, Philadelphia lost to the Raptors and the Greenshirts lost to the Bucks, which also made it impossible for the Heat to catch up, locking in the first place in the East in advance.
This is also the heat's second regular season Eastern Conference first place after a gap of 9 years, and it is also the fourth regular season East first in the history of the Heat, and the last regular season East first place was under the leadership of James.
The Lakers could cut Westbrook
The overall state and record of the Lakers this season is very poor, many people put the responsibility on Westbrook's poor performance, in fact, this season's Westbrook's performance, although average, is definitely not the biggest reason for the Lakers' downturn. Although the Lakers are very eager to get rid of Westbrook's big contract at present, it is not difficult at present!
According to Stein, league sources say the Lakers have not currently ruled out the option to cut Westbrook directly with an extended clause. In addition, the Hornets have also expressed interest in Westbrook, but they have a hard time eating Westbrook's big contract, which reached $47.06 million next season, and it is difficult for any team to get Westbrook through a trade!
The Nets cut James Johnson on a formal contract to sign Edwards
As the playoffs approached, the Nets also began his moves, and according to fame Shams, the Nets had cut forward James Johnson. Woj followed up with reports that the Nets cut James Johnson to free up a spot and give Kessler Edwards a formal contract for second-round picks.
For the Nets, whether from the perspective of immediate combat strength or future development, giving Edwards a formal contract is a very correct choice, and Edwards this season still gives the Nets enough surprises. It's hard to play in the playoffs, but it may surprise the team at certain moments!
The Lakers cut veteran Ariza
According to Shams, sources revealed that the Lakers plan to lay off Ariza and use a vacated player spot to sign a young player before Sunday's roster deadline.
This layoff is still relatively sudden, but in fact, it is expected, Ariza has brought help to the team this season is really very limited, the three-point shooting rate has declined, the defensive effect is limited, and it is really difficult to help the team. Even if he doesn't cut now, Ariza won't be left in the offseason, and now cutting him can give a formal contract to a player like Gabriel this season, which is also a good choice!
The Suns cut Kaminsky
According to Shams, sources revealed that the Suns will cut team center Kaminsky. Kaminsky has only played 9 games for the Suns this season, averaging 10.6 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.4 assists per game, which is not bad!
But for the Suns, Kaminsky has no way to play this season, and he has only played 95 games for the Suns in the last three seasons, and his contribution is indeed very limited. And the Suns currently have three interior players in Ayton, McGee and Biyombo enough, kaminsky really doesn't need to stay anymore!
The Hawks signed with Keller Metz until the end of the season
The Overall shape of the Hawks this season is still good, and they have now entered the Place in the Eastern Conference Playoffs, and it is likely to be able to reach the main game of the playoffs. According to Shams, sources revealed that the Eagles will sign a new contract with two-way contract guard Schuyler Metz for the rest of the season.
This signing also strengthens the team's lineup depth to some extent, this season he has played 27 games for the Hawks, averaging 3 points per game, although the data is average, but very familiar with the Hawks' lineup system, should be able to give the Hawks a playoff insurance!