The NBA Cup 2025 is the league’s standalone mid-season tournament, designed to add drama and stakes beyond the traditional 82-game schedule. With the 2025 edition, the tournament includes a structured group stage, knockout rounds, and significant monetary incentives for players. It also counts many games toward the regular season, blending excitement and competitiveness earlier in the year. Let’s break down how the NBA Cup 2025 works, the rules, prize money, and what winners receive.

What Is The 2025 NBA Cup?

The 2025 NBA Cup (also known as the Emirates NBA Cup) is the in-season tournament of the NBA for the 2025-26 season. In this competition: • All 30 teams participate, divided into groups of five within each conference. • Group-play games count as regular-season games. • The tou

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