The NBA is set to kick off its highly anticipated Cup play on October 30, featuring a thrilling matchup between the reigning champions, the
Knicks' Title Defense and Upcoming Matches
The New York Knicks, who triumphed over the San Antonio Spurs in both the NBA Cup final and the NBA Finals last season, will also compete in additional Cup games against the Indiana Pacers on November 13 and the Miami Heat on November 27. Notably, the Knicks made history as the first team to win the NBA Cup without raising a banner to commemorate the achievement. They ended a 53-year championship drought last season and are set to raise their championship banner on the league's opening night, October 20, against the 76ers. This matchup is particularly significant as it features
NBA Cup Format and Future Schedule
The NBA Cup will unfold every Friday from October 30 through November 27, with additional games scheduled for November 24 and 25. The tournament format allows the top team from each group, along with one wild-card team from each conference, to progress to the quarterfinals, which will take place on December 4 and 5. The semifinals are slated for December 8 and 9, culminating in the championship game at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on December 11. The six groups for the NBA Cup were announced back in June, and the inaugural tournament in 2023 was previously referred to as the in-season tournament, with the Milwaukee Bucks claiming victory in 2024. The complete schedule for the 2026-27 season is expected to be released on Thursday at 3 p.m. ET.
