Only four teams from the Western Conference have advanced in the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup, the league’s annual midseason tournament. The first Western Quarterfinal game will be played tonight between the Phoenix Suns and Oklahoma City Thunder, tipping off at 7:30 PM ET. Following that matchup, the San Antonio Spurs will face the Los Angeles Lakers at 10:00 PM ET. By the end of the night, the four semifinalists for the NBA Cup will be finalized. The semifinals are scheduled for December 13th, with the championship game set for December 16th at Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena.
The Suns vs. Thunder quarterfinal game will be exclusively streamed on Prime Video, which holds the rights for all playoff games and the final in December. Fans can catch all the action via Prime Video, including the remaining playoff games and the championship.
Here’s how to watch the Phoenix Suns vs. Oklahoma City Thunder game:
– Date: December 10, 2025
– Time: 7:30 PM ET
– Streaming platform: Prime Video
While many group stage games were televised, this week’s quarterfinal game featuring the Suns and Thunder will only be available on Prime Video. This platform will broadcast every playoff game and the championship final. Besides basketball, Prime Video offers original shows like Reacher, Wheel of Time, and Pop Culture Crisis, plus a 30-day free trial for new members.
Remaining 2025 NBA Cup Schedule:
– Wednesday, December 10:
7:30 PM – Phoenix Suns vs. Oklahoma City Thunder (West Quarterfinals)
10:00 PM – San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers (West Quarterfinals)
– Saturday, December 13:
5:30 PM – East Semifinals (teams TBD)
9:00 PM – West Semifinals (teams TBD)
– Tuesday, December 16:
8:30 PM – Championship Final (teams TBD)
Fan Take: The NBA Cup adds an exciting twist to the regular season, giving fans more high-stakes basketball to enjoy. This tournament could shape new rivalries and stories that enrich the NBA experience, ultimately growing the sport’s appeal worldwide.
