When Maddy Siegrist said, “just unreal,” talking about Paige Bueckers’ game, thousands nodded. And the rookie hasn’t disappointed. Playing the Sparks, Bueckers exploded for a 44-point performance. Though the game ended in an 81-80 loss, it stung less knowing the Wings boasted a player who now held the record for most points in a game this season and by any rookie in league history. A record for ages was etched and NBA folks dropped in to commemorate.

In attendance tonight were Jalen Gareen, his girlfriend, Draya Michele, and Houston Rockets’ star Jabari Smith Jr. Congratulations had poured in right after the game as Bueckers went around greeting the celebrity row. But it wasn’t ending there. Ja Morant sent his admiration on X in just two words: “paige hoopin.”

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