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29th NBA Preview: James Durant's 42nd career matchup Wembanyama fights Shen Jing again

On October 29, Beijing time, the NBA regular season will continue, and the league has scheduled 11 games. Can the Celtics win four in a row against the Bucks at home? The Rockets fight the Spurs again, facing Wembanyama, can Shen Jing usher in a rebound? The Lakers played against the Suns away, James and Durant met for the second time in the regular season this season, and it was also the 42nd matchup in their careers (regular season + playoffs), the previous 41 times, James 24-17, who had the last laugh this time?

7:00: Pacers vs. Magic

The Pacers are 1-2 and in 12th place in the East; The Magic are 2-1 and in third place in the East.

The Pacers lost to the 76ers 114-118 in overtime in their last game, Haliburton had 22 points, 4 rebounds and 4 three-pointers, and Siakam had 17 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. The Magic lost to the Grizzlies 111-124 in their last game, with Wagner Jr. having 23 points and seven rebounds, Suggs having 21 points and seven rebounds, and Banchero having 16 points and seven rebounds.

The three meetings between the two teams last season ended with the Magic winning 2-1. In terms of injuries, the Pacers' Wiseman is out, and the Magic's Isaac and Da Silva are doubtful. ESPN Prediction Per Chance to win: Pacers 43.4%, Magic 56.6%.

7:30: Wizards vs. Hawks

The Wizards are 0-2 and 14th in the East; The Hawks are 2-1 and in fourth place in the East.

The Wizards lost to the Cavaliers 116-135 in their last game, with Kalidou Koulibaly scoring 23 points and nine rebounds, while Kuzma and Poole each scored 14 points. The Hawks lost 104-128 to the Thunder in their last game, with Trae Young scoring 24 points and eight assists, and Okongu and Matthews each scoring 14 points. This meeting between the Hawks and the Wizards is also the first meeting between the top picks Reisache and Jackie Sarr in the regular season.

In the four meetings between the two teams last season, the Eagles won 3-1. In terms of injuries, the Wizards' Saddiq Bey and Brogdon are sidelined, and the Hawks' Bogdan, Hunter, Rendy, Zeller and Barlow are doubtful. ESPN predicts a win percentage: 24.6% for the Wizards and 75.4% for the Hawks.

7:30 a.m.: Bucks vs. Celtics

The Bucks are 1-2 and in 10th place in the East; The Celtics are 3-0 and in 2nd place in the East.

The Bucks lost to the Nets 102-115 in their last game, with 22 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists, Lillard 21 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists, and Portis 16 points and 10 rebounds. The Celtics beat the Pistons 124-118 in their last game, Tatum had 37 points, 4 rebounds and 6 three-pointers, Brown had 24 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists, and White and Horford each scored 17 points.

The two teams met four times last season, with both sides winning two games each. In terms of injuries, the Bucks' Middleton is out and his playing is doubtful. Celtic's Porzingis is out and Hauser is doubtful. ESPN predicts a win percentage in this game: 30.4% for the Bucks and 69.6% for the Celtics.

7:30: Pistons vs. Heat

The Pistons are 0-3 and 15th in the East; The Heat are 1-1 and in 6th place in the East.

The Pistons lost to the Celtics 118-124 in their last game, with Ivey having 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and Cunningham having 21 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists. The Heat won 114-106 over the Hornets in their last game, with Butler having 26 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists, Herro having 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists, and Rozier scoring 19 points.

In the four meetings between the two teams last season, the winners were all Heat. In terms of injuries, the Pistons' Osar Thompson and Clint are out. The Heat's Love is out. ESPN predicts a win rate of 28.9% for the Pistons and 71.1% for the Heat.

7:30 a.m.: Cavaliers vs. Knicks

The Cavaliers are 3-0 and ranked No. 1 in the East; The Knicks are 1-1 and in 5th place in the East.

The Cavaliers beat the Wizards 135-116 in their last game, with Mitchell scoring 30 points, 4 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 three-pointers, and Allen and Garland each scoring 23 points. The Knicks beat the Pacers 123-98 in the last game, the Knicks scored 20+ points with 4 players, Brunson 26 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists, Bridges 21 points, Towns 21 points and 15 rebounds, and Hart 20 points and 10 rebounds.

The two teams met 3 times last season, with the Knicks winning 2-1. In terms of injuries, the Cavaliers' Strus is absent, the Knicks' Mitchell Robinson and Achiuwa are absent, McBride is likely to play, and Hart is doubtful. ESPN predicts a win percentage of 61.0% for the Cavaliers and 39.0% for the Knicks.

7:30: Nuggets vs. Raptors

The Nuggets are 0-2 and ranked 14th in the West; The Raptors are 1-2 and in 8th place in the East.

The Nuggets lost to the Clippers 104-109 in their last game, Jokic had 41 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists, and 7 three-pointers set a career high, Murray had 22 points and 5 assists, and Wei Shao scored only 2 points on 0-of-8 shooting. The Raptors lost to the Timberwolves 101-112 in their last game, with Dick scoring 25 points and Barnes having 20 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists.

The two teams met each other last season, and the winner was the Nuggets. In terms of injuries, the Nuggets' Holmes is absent, the Raptors' Bruce Brown and Olynyk are absent, Quickley is likely not to play, and Barrett is doubtful. ESPN predicts a win rate of 74.3% for Nuggets and 25.7% for Raptors.

8:00: Bulls vs. Grizzlies

The Bulls are 1-2 and in 7th place in the East; The Grizzlies are 2-1 and in third place in the West.

The Bulls lost to the Thunder 95-114 in their last game, LaVine had 22 points and 9 rebounds, and Vucevic had 18 points and 13 rebounds. The Grizzlies beat the Magic 124-111 in their last game, with Morant 16 points and 10 assists, Aldama 22 points and seven rebounds, and Huff 18 points.

The two teams met each other last season, both of which were won by the Bulls. In terms of injuries, the Bulls are all healthy, with the Grizzlies' GG Jackson, Kennard, Spencer, and Vince Williams Jr. absent, and Morant and Konchar doubtful. ESPN predicts a win rate of 50.2% for the Bulls and 49.8% for the Grizzlies.

8:00: Rockets vs. Spurs

The Rockets are 1-2 and ranked 11th in the West; The Spurs are 1-1 and in 10th place in the West.

This is the second meeting between the two sides in three days, with the Spurs narrowly beating the Rockets 109-106 in the last meeting. The Rockets' Jalen Green had 29 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists, VanVleet had 18 points and 7 assists, and Shin Jing was in a slump with only 6 points and 5 rebounds. The Spurs' Wembanyama had 29 points, 7 rebounds and 3 blocks, Sochan had 17 points and 12 rebounds, and Paul had nine assists.

The two teams met 4 times last season, with the Rockets winning 3-1. In terms of injuries, the Rockets' Adams is doubtful, while the Spurs' Vassell and Tre Jones are sidelined. ESPN predicts a win rate of 68.8% for the Rockets and 31.2% for the Spurs.

8:30 a.m.: Jazz vs. Mavericks

The Jazz are 0-2 and 15th in the West; The Mavericks are 1-1 and in 9th place in the West.

The Jazz lost to the Warriors 86-127 in their last game, Collins had 14 points and seven rebounds, and Markkanen had 13 points and eight rebounds. The Mavericks lost to the Suns 102-114 in their last game, Doncic had 40 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists, Irving had 22 points and 5 assists, and Klay had 19 points and 5 three-pointers.

The two teams met 4 times last season, with the Mavericks winning 3-1. In terms of injuries, the Jazz's Collier and Juzan are absent, the Mavericks' Exum is out, and Kleber is doubtful. ESPN predicts a win rate of 25.4% for the Jazz and 74.6% for the Mavericks.

10:00: Lakers vs. Suns

The Lakers are 3-0 and ranked No. 1 in the West; The Suns are 2-1 and in 4th place in the West.

The Lakers beat the Kings 131-127 in their last game, and James had 32 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists, leading a 21-0 offensive wave in the final quarter. Thick eyebrows had 31 points and 9 rebounds, ending a 10-game losing streak against Kosa, Hachimura had 18 points and 9 rebounds, and Reeves and Russell each scored 16 points. The Suns beat the Mavericks 114-102 in their last game, with Durant scoring 31 points and 9 rebounds, Booker having 21 points and 5 assists, and Nurkic having 18 points and 14 rebounds.

The Lakers and Suns met once on Oct. 26, beating the Suns 123-116. In the five meetings last season (including the midseason), the Lakers won 3-2. In terms of injuries, the Lakers' Vanderbilt, Wood, and Koloko are absent, and Olivari, Lewis, Traore, and Schifino will not play in the Development League. The Suns' Okogie is out and Beal is doubtful. ESPN predicts a win rate of 54.7% for the Lakers and 45.3% for the Suns.

10:00: Trail Blazers vs. Kings

The Trail Blazers are 1-2 and ranked 12th in the West; The Kings are 0-2 and in 13th place in the West.

The Trail Blazers beat the Pelicans 125-103 in their last game, with Grant having 28 points, 5 rebounds and 4 blocks, Anfernee Simmons 27 points and 6 assists, and Ayton 17 points and 12 rebounds. The Kings lost to the Lakers 127-131 in their last game, Sabonis had 29 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists, Fox had 28 points and 10 assists, and DeRozan had 23 points.

The two teams met 3 times last season, with the Kings winning 2-1. In terms of injuries, the Trail Blazers' Sharpe, Lowe and Sable are out. The Kings' Devin Carter and Orlando Robinson are out. ESPN predicted win percentage: Trail Blazers 24.0%, Kings 76.0%.



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