2023-24 National Basketball League Standings
- Updated Every Wed & Saturday -
Western Conference | ||||||
PO | TEAM | W-L | PCT | GB | ||
1 | Timberwolves | 19-5 | .792 | - | ||
2 | Thunder | 16-8 | .667 | 3 | ||
3 | Mavericks | 16-9 | .640 | 3.5 | ||
4 | Nuggets | 17-10 | .630 | 3.5 | ||
5 | Kings | 15-9 | .625 | 4 | ||
6 | Clippers | 15-10 | .600 | 4.5 | ||
7 | Pelicans | 16-11 | .593 | 4.5 | ||
8 | Lakers | 15-11 | .577 | 5 | ||
9 | Rockets | 13-10 | .565 | 5.5 | ||
10 | Suns | 14-12 | .538 | 6 | ||
11 | Warriors | 12-14 | .462 | 8 | ||
12 | Jazz | 9-17 | .346 | 11 | ||
13 | Grizzlies | 6-18 | .250 | 13 | ||
14 | Trail Blazers | 6-19 | .240 | 13.5 | ||
15 | Spurs | 4-21 | .160 | 15.5 | ||
Eastern Conference | ||||||
PO | TEAM | W-L | PCT | GB | ||
1 | Celtics | 20-5 | .800 | - | ||
2 | Bucks | 19-7 | .731 | 1.5 | ||
3 | 76ers | 18-7 | .720 | 2 | ||
4 | Magic | 16-9 | .640 | 4 | ||
5 | Heat | 15-11 | .577 | 5.5 | ||
6 | Knicks | 14-11 | .560 | 6 | ||
7 | Pacers | 13-11 | .542 | 6.5 | ||
8 | Cavaliers | 14-12 | .538 | 6.5 | ||
9 | Nets | 13-12 | .520 | 7 | ||
10 | Hawks | 10-15 | .400 | 10 | ||
11 | Raptors | 10-15 | .400 | 10 | ||
12 | Bulls | 10-17 | .370 | 11 | ||
13 | Hornets | 7-17 | .292 | 12.5 | ||
14 | Wizards | 4-21 | .160 | 16 | ||
15 | Pistons | 2-24 | .077 | 18.5 | ||
Schedule & Scores
Home Games Highlighted
Date | December 2023 | Time / Score |
02 | @ Clippers | L112-113 |
06 | vs Trail Blazers | W 110-106 |
12 | @ Suns | L 119-116 |
14 | @ Clippers | L 113-121 |
16 | vs Nets | W 124-120 |
17 | @ Trail Blazers | W 118-114 |
19 | vs Celtics | W 132-126 |
22 | vs Wizards | 7:00pm |
23 | vs Trail Blazers | 5:30pm |
25 | @ Nuggets | 11:30am |
28 | vs Heat | 7:00pm |
30 | vs Mavericks | 5:30pm |
Date | January 2024 | Time / Score |
02 | vs Magic | 7:00pm |
04 | vs Nuggets | 7:00pm |
05 | vs Pistons | 7:00pm |
07 | vs Raptors | 5:30pm |
10 | vs Pelicans | 5:30pm |
12 | @ Bulls | 5:00pm |
13 | @ Bucks | 5:00pm |
15 | @ Grizzlies | 3:00pm |
17 | @ Jazz | 6:00pm |
19 | vs Mavericks | 7:00pm |
24 | vs Hawks | 7:00pm |
25 | vs Kings | 7:00pm |
27 | vs Lakers | 5:30pm |
30 | vs 76ers | 7:00pm |
Warriors Headline News Briefs | ||
 Warriors Stage Thrilling Comeback to Snap Celtics' Winning Streak in Overtime Victory DEC 19 // Photo ERSE 21 GBT // San Francisco, CA On Tuesday night, the Golden State Warriors staged an impressive comeback to defeat the Boston Celtics 132-126, putting an end to Boston's five-game winning streak. Stephen Curry played a pivotal role, scoring 33 points and sinking a crucial 3-pointer with 12 seconds left in overtime. Jonathan Kuminga's steal and dunk in overtime gave the Warriors the lead, and Klay Thompson's tying 3-pointer in regulation set the stage for the thrilling victory. Despite Jaylen Brown's 28 points for Boston and Derrick White's 30-point contribution, the Celtics missed key opportunities, including in the final minutes of overtime. Additionally, Jayson Tatum overcame an early ankle injury to finish with 15 points. Klay Thompson made history by surpassing Vince Carter for eighth place on the NBA's all-time 3-pointers list. The Warriors played without rookie guard Brandin Podziemski in the second half, and despite foul trouble for Curry, they secured the win with contributions from Andrew Wiggins and Chris Paul off the bench. | ||
 Draymond Green's Counseling Amid Suspension Poses Challenges for WarriorsGolden State Warriors forward Draymond Green is set to be sidelined for at least the next three weeks as he undergoes a counseling program, following his indefinite suspension by the NBA for striking Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic during a game on Dec. 12. The suspension was attributed to Green's recurring unsportsmanlike conduct, including two previous ejections this season. Warriors coach Steve Kerr emphasized the suspension as an opportunity for Green to make positive life changes beyond basketball. While the Warriors express commitment to Green's well-being, they also face the challenge of improving their performance, currently standing in 11th place in the Western Conference. Green, a pivotal defender and emotional leader for the team, may return no earlier than Jan. 10, missing crucial games during this period. Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy underscores the need for the team's record to improve, hinting at potential reevaluation if they don't turn their season around soon. | ||
 Steph Curry's Rare Off-Night Doesn't Deter Golden State Warriors in 118-114 Win Against Portland Trail BlazersGolden State Warriors' star player Steph Curry faced a rare off-night, failing to make a three-pointer in an NBA game for the first time in five years during a victory against the Portland Trail Blazers. Curry, a two-time MVP and holder of the NBA record for the most made threes, struggled with a 0-for-8 performance from beyond the arc and finished the game with only seven points. Despite this, Curry continues to exhibit a high level of performance in his 15th NBA season, averaging 28.0 points per game. The Warriors, without suspended Draymond Green, secured a 118-114 win, with Klay Thompson leading the team with 28 points. Warriors coach Steve Kerr emphasized the importance of teamwork and support for Curry, acknowledging that the team cannot rely solely on him. The victory places the Warriors at the 11th seed in the competitive Western Conference with a 12-14 record. | ||
 Curry and Thompson's Stellar Performance Leads Warriors to Historic Win Over NetsDEC 16 // Photo JB // San Francisco, CA In an exciting NBA matchup, the Golden State Warriors secured a 124-120 victory over the Brooklyn Nets at Chase Center, with Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson leading the charge by combining for an impressive 61 points. Curry, already the all-time leader in made 3-pointers, made history by surpassing 3,500 career threes, a first in NBA history. The Warriors dominated the first half, scoring 70 points, but faced a challenge in the third quarter, trailing by two points. However, Curry's fourth-quarter heroics, scoring 16 points in just over a minute, secured the win. Curry, with 11 30-point outings this season, extended his record of consecutive games with at least one 3-pointer to 268. The Warriors' strong performance also featured notable contributions from Jonathan Kuminga and Kevon Looney, showcasing the team's depth and resilience. | ||
 Clippers Secure Sixth Straight Win as Warriors Battle in a 113-121 LossDEC 14 // Photo Ray Moreno // Los Angeles, CA A true nail-biter on occasion, the Golden State Warriors nearly turned the tide, trailing by just one point in the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers. Despite missing key defensive players Draymond Green and Gary Payton II, the Warriors showcased resilience, with Jonathan Kuminga's notable 15-point performance. Klay Thompson's stellar three-point shooting kept the Warriors competitive, narrowing a 16-point gap to six in the third quarter. However, the Clippers, boasting a formidable defensive ranking and led by James Harden and Kawhi Leonard, sealed their sixth consecutive victory with a final score of 121-113. Despite Thompson's impressive 30-point effort, the Warriors fell short, now holding a 10-14 record. The Clippers, even without Paul George, displayed a balanced scoring effort, emphasizing their defense and setting the stage for an anticipated matchup against the Knicks on Saturday. | ||
 Warriors Face Tough Battle: Green's Ejection and Late Rally Not Enough to Overcome Suns' Resilience in 119-116 ClashDEC 12 // Photo ERSE 21 GBT // Phoenix, AZ In a thrilling matchup, Devin Booker's 32-point performance and Bradley Beal's return from a back injury propelled the Phoenix Suns to a close 119-116 victory over the Golden State Warriors. Despite Stephen Curry's 24-point lead for the Warriors and a strong showing from their bench with 80 combined points, the game took a turn in the third quarter when Draymond Green was ejected for a Flagrant 2 foul on Jusuf Nurkic. The Suns capitalized on a 12-0 run, featuring a highlight-reel reverse dunk by Booker, securing a 109-96 lead. Despite a late rally by the Warriors, Booker's clutch free throws and a missed 3-pointer by Curry sealed the Suns' victory. Beal, in his fourth game of the season after a back injury, contributed 16 points. The Suns, now 3-0 against the Warriors this season, continue to showcase their resilience despite the absence of Kevin Durant, while the Warriors grapple with challenges despite a formidable bench performance. The game raises questions about Green's ejection, the Suns' potential with their big three, and the Warriors' strategy moving forward. |
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NBA Headline News Briefs | ||
 NBA's In-Season Tournament Was A Hit With Sports Betters. Is Anyone Surprised?DEC 15 // Photo ERSE21 GBT // New York, NY In a notable success for the NBA's In-Season Tournament (IST), sports bettors showed significant engagement, with bets on tournament elimination games tripling compared to the average regular-season match, according to sports betting technology and research firm Kambi. The knockout stages of the tournament delivered six of the top 10 most-wagered-on games of the season, with IST elimination games experiencing a remarkable increase of 191% in pre-game bets and 164% in in-game bets compared to regular-season games. The quarterfinal clash between the Los Angeles Lakers and Phoenix Suns garnered the most betting action, surpassing even the championship game. The Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks attracted the highest number of bets to win the tournament, while eventual champions, the Lakers, entered as the third-favorite. LeBron James emerged as the front-runner for the tournament's MVP, with the championship game becoming the most-watched non-Christmas Day regular-season game since February 2018, and NBA League Pass viewership registering a significant 45% increase compared to the previous season. The IST's impact on both betting engagement and television viewership underscores its success in capturing fan interest and participation. | ||
 NBA Expansion Anticipation: Seattle and Las Vegas Emerge as Leading ContendersDEC 12 // Photo ERSE 21 GBT // New York, NY As the NBA gears up for Commissioner Adam Silver's next term, recent milestones include the ratification of a new collective bargaining agreement between the NBA and NBPA, dovetailing seamlessly with the initiation of the successful In-Season Tournament in 2023. Amid these developments, attention now turns to a pivotal task on Silver's agenda: expansion. Though not an imminent move, plans for expansion have been outlined, with Las Vegas and Seattle emerging as strong contenders for future franchises, tentatively by 2025. Seattle, once home to the SuperSonics, boasts the largest media market in the country without an NBA team, while Las Vegas, a burgeoning basketball hub, hosted key league events, making it a desirable location. With the groundwork laid, the prospect of an expanded NBA landscape awaits, ushering in a new era for the league. | ||
 LeBron and Davis Lead Lakers to Historic NBA Cup Win in One-Game MarvelIn a nail-biting final showdown, the Los Angeles Lakers secured the first-ever NBA Cup, fueled by a colossal performance from Anthony Davis, who notched an impressive 41 points, 20 rebounds, five assists, and four blocks. The Lakers, despite maintaining an early lead, faced relentless resistance from the persistent Indiana Pacers, who were driven by emerging NBA star Tyrese Haliburton's 20 points and 11 assists. The Lakers' victory was anchored by a robust defensive effort, limiting the efficient Pacers to 36.8% shooting. LeBron James, awarded the IST MVP for his outstanding tournament-wide contributions, emphasized the seamless synergy between him and Davis. The Lakers' camaraderie and strategic play propelled them to make NBA history, leaving opponents like Haliburton acknowledging the formidable playoff-like atmosphere in Las Vegas and the undeniable impact of LeBron James in one-game showdowns. | ||
 Doncic's Triple-Double Delight: NBA History in a HalfBreaking records and dominating the court, Luka Doncic of the Dallas Mavericks made NBA history in a game against the Utah Jazz. In a dazzling first half, Doncic scored 29 points, secured 10 rebounds, and delivered 10 assists, marking the first 25-point triple-double in NBA history within a single half. The Mavericks went on to secure an impressive 50-point victory over the Jazz, with Doncic finishing the game with an astounding 40 points, 10 rebounds, and 11 assists in just 32 minutes of play. Throughout the 2023-24 season, Doncic has maintained impressive averages of 31.4 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 8.4 assists per game, contributing to the Mavericks' current standing as the fourth team in the Western Conference with twelve wins and eight losses. | ||
 NBA Unveils Trophies for Inaugural In-Season Tournament DEC 4 // Photo ERSE 21 GBT // Las Vegas, NV The NBA has revealed the trophy lineup for the inaugural In-Season Tournament, featuring "The NBA Cup" as the Championship Trophy for the tournament winners. Crafted by Tiffany & Co., it is a 23" sterling silver trophy coated in 24-karat gold vermeil and black ceramic, symbolizing achievement and uniqueness. The NBA In-Season Tournament MVP Trophy, also designed by Tiffany & Co., is black and gold, mirroring the championship trophy, with a height of 15" and representing various aspects of the tournament. Additionally, medals will be awarded to each player on the championship team, featuring tournament details. Trophies for the All-Tournament Team, designed by Victor Solomon, consist of a solid black crystal basketball with gold channels, representing outstanding players in the competition. | ||
 LeBron James Makes NBA History with 39,000 PointsLeBron James, the iconic Los Angeles Lakers superstar, has solidified his place in the NBA Hall of Fame by becoming the first player ever to reach 39,000 points in the league. Achieving this milestone during the Lakers' 131-99 victory against the Utah Jazz, James showcased his prowess with a 3-point shot in the first quarter. This accomplishment adds to his legacy as one of the greatest in NBA history. The Lakers' win maintained their undefeated record in the inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament. Despite playing for only 24 minutes, James contributed 17 points to the victory. Reflecting on the achievement, he expressed gratitude but acknowledged the surreal nature of being the first to reach such a milestone in a league filled with legendary scorers. At over 20 years into his career, James continues to perform at an exceptional level, leaving open the possibility of playing alongside his sons in the future, with aspirations to compete in the NBA until his oldest son, Bronny James, and potentially his second son, Bryce, become eligible. | ||
 Victor Wembanyama's NBA Debut Jersey Shatters Records, Sells for $762,000 at Sotheby's Auction NOV 21 // Photo ERSE 21 GBT // San Antonio, TX Victor Wembanyama's NBA debut jersey, worn in the second half of his first game against the Dallas Mavericks, fetched a remarkable $762,000 at a recent Sotheby's auction, surpassing pre-auction estimates of $80,000 to $120,000. This sets a new record for the highest amount paid for an NBA debut rookie jersey and ranks among the highest modern-era tallies. The auction, featuring 176 bidders from 14 countries with an average of 24 bids per lot, marked one of the most highly participated sports memorabilia events at Sotheby's. The overall auction, including jerseys from other rookies like Brandon Miller and Scoot Henderson, generated $1.249 million. The previous record for Wembanyama memorabilia was $62,000 for a jersey worn during his summer league debut with the San Antonio Spurs. | ||
 Lillard Makes History: Climbs NBA All-Time Scoring List in Bucks-Wizards ClashNOV 20 // Photo James Lynch // Washington D.C. In a Monday evening matchup, the Milwaukee Bucks secured a 142-129 victory against the Washington Wizards in Washington, D.C. Giannis Antetokounmpo played a pivotal role, contributing 42 points, 13 rebounds, eight assists, one steal, and one block. Additionally, Damian Lillard, in his first season with the Bucks after an offseason trade from the Portland Trail Blazers, scored 22 points and surpassed Bernard King on the NBA's all-time scoring list, moving to 52nd place with 19,671 career points. Lillard aims to surpass John Stockton's 19,711 points next. The Bucks, now with a 10-4 record and on a five-game winning streak, hold the third seed in the Eastern Conference. Lillard, a seven-time NBA All-Star, is currently averaging 24.6 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game, showcasing his enduring prowess as one of the greatest point guards in NBA history. | ||
 LeBron: The NBA's Man Of StealDuring Sunday's Rockets-Lakers game, LeBron James broke the NBA's all-time steals record. Starting the evening with 2,205 career steals, James surpassed Hall of Famer Clyde Drexler (2,207) to secure the eighth spot. The next target for James is six-time NBA Champion Scottie Pippen (2,307). Currently maintaining impressive averages of 25.5 points, 8.3 rebounds, 6.3 assists, and 1.6 steals per game with a shooting efficiency of 57.2% from the field and 39.7% from three-point range in 12 games, James continues to be a key player for the seventh-seeded Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference. The Lakers, with a 7-6 record, recently defeated the Portland Trail Blazers. As they face the Dallas Mavericks next, James, in his 21st NBA season and sixth with the Lakers, remains a dominant force, likely securing his 20th consecutive All-Star Game appearance and boasting a remarkable career average of 27.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, 7.3 assists, and 1.5 steals per game. |
