The 2024 NBA Cup kicks off today with the first stage of group play. Last year, the league introduced their first-ever In-Season Tournament, won by the Los Angeles Lakers. It was a surprisingly fun add: though there was a lot of confusion amongst fans (and players) about the rules/stakes going into it, it resulted in some fun theater in the early part of the season.
This year should be no exception - the colorful courts are back, and teams should be a bit more motivated to capture both the 500K prize & bragging rights that go along with winning.
2024-25 Emirates Cup
Let’s take a quick look at each group:
WEST
GROUP A: T-Wolves, Clippers, Kings, Rockets, Trail Blazers
Favorite: T-Wolves
UnderDOG: Rockets
GROUP B: Thunder, Suns, Lakers, Jazz, Spurs
Favorite: Suns
UnderDOG: Lakers
GROUP C: Nuggets, Mavs, Pelicans, Warriors, Grizzlies
Favorite: Knicks
UnderDOG: Magic
EAST
GROUP A: Knicks, Magic, 76ers, Nets, Hornets
Favorite: Knicks
UnderDOG: Magic
GROUP B: Bucks, Pacers, Heat, Raptors, Pistons
Favorite: Pacers
UnderDOG: Pistons
GROUP C: Celtics, Cavs, Bulls, Hawks, Wizards
Favorite: Celtics
UnderDOG: Bulls
Group play begins tonight with a slate of games featuring Klay Thompson’s return to the Bay!
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