October 27th! Antetokounmpo’s 40+14+9 missed the best, because the Lakers star set a record, Lao Zhan spoke

The NBA played many exciting games today. Several teams fought hard to the end. The top stars also showed their special skills, and each of their statistics was more eye-catching than the last. Some win and some lose, but no matter what the result is, the performance of these players is worth talking about. Looking at the last lap, the Lakers' Rivers Jr. just relied on a battle to win the title of "Today's Best" in his hands. Even if Antetokounmpo scored 40 points and 14 rebounds, he could only be ranked behind him. There is really nothing to dispute about this result. If you don't believe it, let's take a look one by one.

The Clippers defeated the Trail Blazers 114-107 at home. In this game, Harden clearly understood the role of "commander". He played 37 minutes, making 6 of 12 shots, 2 of 7 three-pointers, 6 of 7 free throws, 20 points, 6 rebounds, 13 assists and 3 steals. Although the score is not particularly explosive, the 13 assists clearly organized the team's offense. Whether it was feeding the ball to Zubac's inside or passing the open space to his teammates on the outside, they were all very accurate. Moreover, the three steals also reflected his concentration on the defensive end. In the end, the Clippers were able to win by 7 points. Harden's connection was indispensable, and he was the brains of the team.

Then there was a contest between the Timberwolves and the Pacers. The Timberwolves narrowly defeated 114 to 110, and Randall became the key to winning. He played for about 35 minutes, making 11 of 18 shots, 1 of 4 three-pointers, 8 of 10 free throws, and scored 31 points, 4 rebounds, and 6 assists. On the offensive end, he is the sharp knife of the Timberwolves. Whether it is a breakthrough layup or a mid-range jumper, the Pacers' defense cannot stop him at all. At the last moment, he stepped up and scored, helping the team stabilize its advantage. His score of 31 points was the highest in the game. Without his firepower, the Timberwolves might not have been able to win this close game.

There was no suspense in the game between the Hornets and the Wizards. The Hornets won 139 to 113. Ball had a career-level performance with three goals. He made 13 of 25 shots, 5 of 12 three-pointers, and all 7 free throws. He scored 38 points, 13 rebounds, 13 assists, and 3 steals, with a plus-minus value of +32. How outrageous is this data? Scores, rebounds, and assists were all in double figures, and he was still a big triple-double with 38 points. And the plus-minus value of +32 meant that when he was on the court, the team beat the opponent by 32 points, which was a completely dominant performance. Whether he was holding the ball to break through and score, or leading his teammates to cooperate, he did all three goals without leakage. The three steals also showed his defensive enthusiasm. After this game, no one will doubt his All-Star ability anymore.

The game between the Bucks and the Cavaliers was a pity. The Bucks lost 113 to 118, but Antetokounmpo's performance was definitely not bad. He played 40 minutes, making 14 of 20 shots, 1 of 1 three-point field goal, and 11 of 16 free throws. He scored 40 points, 14 rebounds, and 9 assists. He was just one assist away from a triple-double. On the offensive end, he is still the "Greek monster". He can't stop him when he rushes. He scores at the basket like a prowl, and his 14 rebounds also ensure the team's second offensive opportunity. It's a pity that the performance of his teammates failed to keep up with his rhythm, and he lost in the end. However, Antetokounmpo's 40+14+9 data is definitely a strong contender for today's best in normal times.

The Celtics lost to the Pistons 113 to 119. This game was a bit of an upset. After all, the Pistons are rebuilding a team, and the Celtics are the favorites to compete for the championship. However, Brown's performance was not impressive at all. He made 12 of 25 shots, 5 of 9 three-pointers, 12 of 15 free throws, and scored 41 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists, which was quite efficient. 41 points was the second-highest score among all players today, and his three-pointers also opened up. Five three-pointers provided the team with a lot of firepower support. Unfortunately, the overall performance of the team was not good. The defensive end failed to limit the Pistons' offense and they lost in the end. However, Brown's 41-point performance was enough to prove that he is one of the absolute core of the Celtics.

The Nets lost to the Spurs 107-115. The biggest highlight of this game was Bunyama's offense and defense. The young No. 1 pick played 36 minutes and scored 31 points, 14 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 steals and 6 blocks, fully demonstrating his talent. On the offensive end, he can play hard inside and shoot three-pointers from the outside. His 14 rebounds ensured the team's rebound advantage. On the defensive end, he was even more exaggerated. His 6 blocks directly turned the Nets' inside line into a "no-fly zone." Several layups by Nets players were blown away by him. His 3 steals also reflected his defensive awareness. Not long after he entered the league, he was able to perform such a comprehensive performance. Bunyama's future is really unlimited. On the Nets side, Thomas was also very strong, scoring 40 points and 2 rebounds on 11 of 25 shots. Unfortunately, the team's overall strength was not as good as the Spurs, and they lost in the end.

The finale was when the Lakers defeated the Kings 127-120 in an away game. This game directly made Rivers a god. How difficult was the situation for the Lakers at that time? James is absent, and Doncic has to rest for a week due to injury, which means that the team's two core players are not there. Moreover, in the third quarter of the game, substitute guard Vincent sprained his ankle and retired from the game. The lineup is already incomplete and one rotation player is missing. It was under this predicament that Rivers Jr. stood up and played 36 minutes. He made 11 of 20 shots, 5 of 9 three-pointers, and 21 of 22 free throws. He scored a career-high 51 points, plus 11 rebounds, 9 assists, and 2 steals. The plus-minus value was as high as +22.

In this game, Rivers' performance can really be described as "unsolvable". When he wanted to score on the offensive end, the Kings' defense couldn't stop him. Whether he broke to the basket to draw a foul or shot a three-pointer from the outside, his hand felt hot. Especially the free throws, 21 of 22 free throws, as stable as a machine. You must know that the entire Kings team only had 12 free throw opportunities. Rivers made 10 more free throws than the entire opponent's team. He scored 21 points on free throws alone. No one else has such dominance. Moreover, he not only scored by himself, but also led his teammates. His 9 assists helped teammates such as Ayton and Rui Hachimura find their touch, and he completely carried the team's offensive banner. James also tweeted after the game and commented: "MD, it’s crazy, we almost had 50+ points in a row.. It's all your fault, Doncic! ! Our backcourt is so strong! "

His performance at critical moments can better reflect his superstar status. In the fourth quarter, the Kings once overtook the score. Seeing that the Lakers were about to fall into a passive position, Rivers stepped forward and hit 3 consecutive three-pointers, directly widening the point difference. At the last moment, he steadily made 4 free throws, completely sealing the victory. . He scored 15 points in a single quarter and just relied on his own strength to snatch the victory. After the game, we found out that his 51 points, 11 rebounds and 9 assists made him the third player in the history of the Lakers to score 50 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists in a single game. In the entire NBA history, only Doncic. Odd, Chamberlain, Westbrook, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Harden, and Baylor have achieved 51 points, 11 rebounds, and 9 assists in a single game. Rivers Jr. has now joined this super giant club.

Looking at the other Lakers players, Ayton also played well, making 10 of 17 shots, 2 of 4 free throws, and scored 22 points, 15 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block. He completely overwhelmed Kings center Sabonis in the paint (Sabonis only scored 12 points and 8 rebounds). He helped the Lakers suppress their opponents in rebounding and inside scoring, and also shared a lot of pressure on Rivers.

Now compare all the players who performed well today and you will know It’s understandable why Rivers Jr. was selected as the best today. Ball scored a three-goal triple-double with 38 points, but the Hornets beat the Wizards, whose opponent was not particularly strong. Antetokounmpo scored 40 points and was close to a triple-double, but the Bucks lost, and they lost to the Cavaliers. They failed to lead the team to win in the key game, which is worse than Rivers Jr. points; Brown had 41 points and Thomas Jr. had 40 points, and the team also lost; Wenbanyama had 31 points and 6 blocks. Although he was both offensive and defensive, his scoring and influence were not as good as Rivers; Harden had 20 points and 13 assists, more in series, and his scoring power was not explosive enough.

What about Rivers Jr.? In the difficult situation where the team lacked two core players and some people were injured, he led the Lakers to attack. Defeating the playoff-level Kings, 51 points was the highest score among all players today, and it was a near-triple-double. The plus-minus value of +22 was the highest in the game. In the crucial fourth quarter, he was able to stand up and turn the tide. Regardless of personal data, team contribution, or the gold content of the game, Rivers Jr. is a level higher than other players.

So, although the stars shined today and many players performed brilliantly, Rivers's battle for the title of god was really shocking. He used his strength to prove that he is not a "role player", but a superstar who can carry the team at critical moments. With such a performance, there is really no controversy at all when he is selected as the best of the day.