What is the NBA Cup
The gist
The fourth Emirates NBA Cup opened with 10 group-play games, starting with Knicks at 76ers.
The final moves to Indianapolis's Hinkle Fieldhouse after three years in Las Vegas.
How it unfolded
- 2023 -24The NBA Cup is introduced as an in-season tournament.
- 2024 -25The Milwaukee Bucks defeat the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Cup Final.
- Nov 24, 2025 -25, 2026Additional group-stage contests are scheduled before Thanksgiving.