Giannis would not be denied from keeping the Bucks perfect all-time in Group Play (9-0).

The defending NBA Cup champs opened their title defense with a win over the now formerly East-leading Bulls.

5 STORIES IN TODAY’S EDITION 🏀

Nov. 8, 2025

Five-Game Streaks: Spurs snap Rockets’ five-game run, while Pistons win 5th straight

Déjà Vu: Last year’s Cup finalists – Milwaukee & OKC – open Group Play with big wins

West Roundup: Joker’s Nuggets, Ja’s Grizzlies & Ant’s Wolves roll to double-digit wins

East Roundup: Magic, Cavs, Heat get first Cup wins, Raptors now 2-0 in Group Play

L.A. Saturday: Lakers visit Hawks seeking 6th straight win, Clips meet Suns (again)

BUT FIRST … ⏰

Last night’s scores & today’s slate…

NBA Cup Essentials: Catch up quickly any time of day at the E

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