NBA Cup: Standings, schedule, scores

NBA Cup: Standings, Schedule, Scores

The Emirates NBA Cup returns for its third edition, starting on October 31 and concluding with the championship game in December. The 30 NBA teams are divided into six groups of five within their conferences, based on their 2024-25 season win-loss records.

Each team plays four group-stage games. The winner of each group, plus two wild-card teams, move on to the knockout round. All NBA Cup games count toward regular-season standings, except for the championship game.

Prize money will be awarded to players on teams that reach the knockout rounds, with increases based on how far the team advances.

NBA Cup Group Stage Results from Friday, October 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

All games played in the NBA Cup will also count toward the regular-season standings except for the championship game.

Upcoming Matches

East Group A: Cavaliers vs. [TBD]
West Group B: Mavericks vs. [TBD]
West Group A: Timberwolves vs. [TBD]
West Group B: Grizzlies vs. [TBD]

Further details on schedules and scores will be updated as the tournament progresses.

Author's summary: The NBA Cup's group stage marks a competitive start, blending regular-season stakes with knockout incentives, setting the stage for an exciting basketball showdown.

Sportsnet.ca — 2025-11-01