The NBA In-Season Tournaments, now known as the NBA Cup, occur between the preseason and postseason and are integrated within the regular season schedule. For the third consecutive year, the NBA will hold the NBA Cup, where all 30 teams are split into groups by conference to compete in group stages, determining which teams advance to the final tournament.
In the 2023-24 season, the Lakers claimed the championship, while last season the Thunder took the title. The pressing question is which team will challenge the Thunder as they aim to defend their NBA Cup crown this year.
The page also includes affiliate links for legitimate sports betting partners, with FOX Sports potentially earning from sign-ups or bets. As of November 14th, various betting odds on games and potential winners across different groups are listed, such as the Raptors favored in East Group A and the Thunder leading in West Group A. The odds also cover potential NBA Cup winners and MVP candidates, featuring players like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Donovan Mitchell, Luka Doncic, and Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Fan Take: The NBA Cup adds an exciting new layer of competition to the regular season, giving fans fresh storylines and opportunities to see teams compete for an additional trophy. This innovation could revolutionize the NBA season by boosting engagement and offering players and teams meaningful games outside the traditional playoff race.
