In the 2017-2018 season, what is the mystery of the Christmas game arranged by the NBA?
The NBA announced the schedule for this year’s Christmas Day game early, much earlier than in previous years.
There are five games on Christmas Day this year, 76ers VS Knicks, Cavaliers VS Warriors, Wizards VS Celtics, Rockets VS Thunder, Timberwolves VS Lakers. The Christmas war is the focus of every year, and the alliance's arrangements on this day are also very elaborate. Not only should there be the most exciting matchups between the hottest teams, but also the league's rising stars should be brought to the big stage. There is a great sense of authority.
Let’s look at it one by one.
Cavaliers VS Warriors
Needless to say, this pair is the most popular team in the East and West at the moment. The Warriors are still the biggest favorites to win the championship next season, and the Cavaliers, regardless of whether Irving leaves or not, will be the most interesting team in the Eastern Conference as long as James is there. This is also the third consecutive year that the two teams have met in the Christmas Day game.
The first two games each had a winner and a loser. The Warriors will still be the same Warriors next season, but the Cavaliers are still full of uncertainty. They don’t know what kind of lineup they will face against the Warriors. Is Owen still there?
Wizards VS Celtics
Last season the Greens and Celtics met in the Eastern Conference semifinals. They fought for seven games, and in the end the Wizards lost. The two teams can be considered to have formed a bridge. Now that the Cavaliers are in turmoil and James is getting older, these two Eastern Conference teams must also be coveting the Eastern Conference throne. I don’t know what kind of answers they will give by then.
Rockets VS Thunder
Another matchup where Mars hits the Earth.
Last season, Deng’s MVP trophy was snatched away by Westbrook. Although it was snatched away by his second brother, he must feel a little uncomfortable. The showdown at that time will also be interesting to watch. And this summer, the Rockets and Thunder also received a superstar. Harden + Paul (and maybe Anthony) vs. Westbrook + George. It’s exciting just thinking about it.
76ers VS Knicks
Fultz, Ben Simmons, Embiid, the talents of the 76ers are enviable, and the great Embiid has already spoken out : The future east belongs to them! (I hope the 76ers will have no injuries in the new season)
In addition to considering the big market of New York, the Knicks must also be very optimistic about the rise of Porridge. So the question is, will Anthony still be there by then? Can Boshen be the next driver?
Timberwolves VS Lakers
In the past, the Los Angeles Derby on Christmas Day became the Timberwolves versus the Lakers because of Paul's departure. After all, without the cp3 Clippers, the viewing pleasure is greatly reduced. As for the Timberwolves, Wiggins and Towns are joined by their big brother Butler, who is also regarded as the most promising dark horse team next season.
As for the Lakers, although Ball is the second pick, he receives much more attention than the top pick.
Which of the above five sets of duels are you looking forward to the most?
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