The NBA Cup 2025 returns to center stage with a format that blends the intensity of the regular season with the atmosphere of a knockout tournament. As teams move through the group stage and inch closer to the final bracket, every game carries extra weight – not only shaping standings but also testing depth, chemistry, and the ability to perform under pressure.
Still a young competition but already a showcase of elite competitiveness, the NBA Cup promises another edition full of storylines, surprises, and matchups that could influence the rest of the 2025 campaign.
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NBA Cup 2025 Group stage standings
East Group A
- Toronto Raptors (4-0)*
- Atlanta Hawks (2-2)
- Cleveland Cavaliers (2-2)
- Indiana Pacers (1-3)
- Washington Wizards (1-3)
East Group B
- Orlando Magic (4-0)*
- Boston Celtics (2-2)
- Detroit Pistons (2-2)
- Philadelphia 76ers (1-3)
- Brooklyn Nets (1-3)
East Group C
- New York Knicks (3-1)*
- Miami Heat (3-1)*
- Milwaukee Bucks (2-2)
- Charlotte Hornets (1-3)
- Chicago Bulls (1-3)
West Group A
- Oklahoma City Thunder (4-0)*
- Phoenix Suns (3-1)*
- Minnesota Timberwolves (2-2)
- Utah Jazz (1-3)
- Sacramento Kings (0-4)
West Group B
- Los Angeles Lakers (4-0)*
- Memphis Grizzlies (3-1)
- Los Angeles Clippers (2-2)
- Dallas Mavericks (1-3)
- New Orleans Pelicans (0-4)
West Group C
- San Antonio Spurs (3-1)*
- Denver Nuggets (2-2)
- Houston Rockets (2-2)
- Portland Trail Blazers (2-2)
- Golden State Warriors (1-3)
* indicates a team that advanced to the playoffs
NBA Cup 2025 Quarterfinals: Schedule and Results
- Miami Heat at Orlando Magic, Tuesday, Dec. 9, 6 p.m. ET
- New York Knicks at Toronto Raptors, Tuesday, Dec. 9, 8:30 p.m. ET
- Phoenix Suns at Oklahoma City Thunder, Wednesday, Dec. 10, 7:30 p.m. ET
- San Antonio Spurs at Los Angeles Lakers, Wednesday, Dec. 10, 10 p.m. ET
NBA Cup 2025 Semifinals: Schedule
- Saturday, Dec. 13 at 5:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, Dec. 13 at 9 p.m. ET
NBA Cup 2025 Final: Schedule
- Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 8:30 p.m. ET at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada
Where to watch the NBA Cup 2025?
All games will be available to stream live on Amazon Prime Video worldwide.
