Here’s your daily basketball news roundup—straight from the courts:
Today’s Top Headlines in Basketball
1. Historic Rookie Performance Amid Struggles
WNBA rookie Paige Bueckers made league history with a 44-point outing while shooting an astounding 81% from the field—the first player ever to achieve such efficiency with 40+ points in a game. She also tied the rookie record for most points in a single game. Despite the Dallas Wings’ tough season, Bueckers leads the team across major stats and continues to inspire fans as a standout All-Star newcomer.(Talksport)
2. WNBA Eyes Return of Houston Comets
The league is exploring relocation possibilities and could resurrect the Houston Comets by moving the Connecticut Sun. Amid competing bids and a potential $325 million acquisition option, Houston stands out for its strong market and historical significance.(Chron)
3. Jayson Tatum Opens Up About Achilles Recovery
After rupturing his Achilles tendon in the playoffs, Celtics star Jayson Tatum shared his recovery journey, describing early rehab as “tedious” and the first six weeks as the hardest of his life. Optimistically, he’s out of his walking boot and believes a full return by February is within reach.(CelticsBlog)
4. WNBA MVP Race Heats Up
The battle for WNBA MVP is drawing sharp comparisons between A’ja Wilson and Napheesa Collier. Wilson has been a dominant force on a struggling Aces squad, while Collier has elevated an already elite Lynx team. With Collier currently injured, the outcome hinges on your definition of value—carrying a team or enhancing greatness.(Swish Appeal)
5. Steph Curry Still Hungry for Title No. 5
At 37, Steph Curry remains driven, aiming for a fifth NBA championship with the Golden State Warriors. He credits his passion, discipline, and love of the game as motivation. Off the court, Curry continues investing in Oakland and community basketball, while also nearing the historic milestone of 5,000 career 3-pointers.(Golden State Of Mind)
NBA Standings Snapshot
Conference: Western Conference
Oklahoma City Thunder 68-14 Houston Rockets 52-30 Los Angeles Lakers 50-32 Denver Nuggets 50-32 LA Clippers 50-32 Minnesota Timberwolves 49-33 Golden State Warriors 48-34 Memphis Grizzlies 48-34 Sacramento Kings 40-42 Dallas Mavericks 39-43 Phoenix Suns 36-46 Portland Trail Blazers 36-46 San Antonio Spurs 34-48 New Orleans Pelicans 21-61 Utah Jazz 17-65
Conference: Eastern Conference
Cleveland Cavaliers 64-18 Boston Celtics 61-21 New York Knicks 51-31 Indiana Pacers 50-32 Milwaukee Bucks 48-34 Detroit Pistons 44-38 Orlando Magic 41-41 Atlanta Hawks 40-42 Chicago Bulls 39-43 Miami Heat 37-45 Toronto Raptors 30-52 Brooklyn Nets 26-56 Philadelphia 76ers 24-58 Charlotte Hornets 19-63 Washington Wizards 18-64
Western Conference Leaders:
- Oklahoma City Thunder (68–14)
- Houston Rockets (52–30)
- Lakers, Nuggets, Clippers all at 50–32
Top of the East:
- Cleveland Cavaliers (64–18)
- Boston Celtics (61–21)
- Knicks (51–31), Pacers (50–32)
If you’d like deeper coverage on any of these stories—player stats, team outlooks, or league trends—just let me know!