NBA Cup: Standings, Schedule, and Scores
The Emirates NBA Cup returns for its third edition. Tournament play began on October 31 and will culminate with the championship game in December. All 30 teams have been placed into six groups of five within their respective conferences, based on records from the 2024–25 season.
Format and Rules
- Each team plays four games during group stage.
- The top team from each group and two wild-card teams advance to the knockout phase.
- All NBA Cup games count toward regular season standings, except the championship game.
- Prize money increases for teams advancing deeper into the competition.
Group Stage Results – Friday, Oct. 31
- East Group A: Hawks 128, Pacers 108
- East Group B: Celtics 109, 76ers 108
- East Group A: Raptors 112, Cavaliers 101
- East Group C: Bulls 135, Knicks 125
- West Group B: Lakers 117, Grizzlies 112
- West Group A: Suns 118, Jazz 96
- West Group C: Blazers 109, Nuggets 107
- West Group B: Clippers 126, Pelicans 124
Upcoming Matches – Friday, Nov.
- East Group A: Cavaliers vs. TBD
- West Group B: Mavericks vs. TBD
- West Group A: Timberwolves vs. TBD
- West Group B: Grizzlies vs. TBD
The Emirates NBA Cup gives all teams a fresh opportunity to compete for a mid-season trophy while adding intensity to the regular schedule.
Author’s Summary
The third edition of the Emirates NBA Cup brings intense mid-season competition with group-stage games counting toward regular-season results and escalating rewards.