The 2024 NBA Cup, renamed as the “NBA Emirates Cup” kicks off on November 12, marking the return of this exciting mid-season tournament.
As the Los Angeles Lakers look to defend their title from last year’s inaugural season, fans are eager to know when and where they can catch the action.
Lakers group play schedule
The Lakers have been placed in Group B of the Western Conference, alongside San Antonio, Utah, Phoenix, and Oklahoma City.
Group play will determine the seeding for the knockout rounds, and each team will face every other team in their group once.
The Lakers’ schedule for the group stage is as follows:
- Friday, Nov. 15 at San Antonio
- Tuesday, Nov. 19 vs Utah
- Tuesday, Nov. 26 at Phoenix
- Friday, Nov. 29 vs Oklahoma City
Group play will continue through December 3, with games taking place on Tuesdays and select Fridays.
After this, the knockout rounds begin on December 10-11 with the quarterfinals, followed by the semifinals on December 14 and the championship game on December 17 in Las Vegas.
NBA Emirates Cup prize money
The NBA Cup offers a unique competitive incentive.
Teams that progress through the tournament stand to win significant prize money.
The champion will earn a $500,000 prize, with players on two-way contracts receiving $250,000-adding extra motivation for them to perform at their best.
The prize money breaks down as follows:
- Champion: $500,000
- Runner-Up: $200,000
- Semifinalists: $100,000
- Quarterfinalists: $50,000
This tournament provides a compelling reason for both high-profile stars and those on two-way contracts to give their all as they compete for the top spot and a substantial paycheck.
Fans can tune in to NBA Cup games on a variety of platforms, including ABC, ESPN, NBA TV, and TNT.
You can also stream the games live on NBA League Pass or through Fubo for those looking to watch online.
