2024 NBA Cup: Current Standings, Schedule, and Tournament Format

The 2024 NBA Cup is in progress, serving as the second season of the league’s in-season tournament. On Friday, 10 games will continue the NBA Cup schedule. By next Tuesday, December 3, the eight teams advancing to the knockout stage will be determined. The Golden State Warriors and the Houston Rockets have already qualified for this stage by winning all three of their group matches.

The NBA Cup courts have a fresh design this year, but the tournament’s format remains close to the inaugural year in 2023, with a few suggested improvements.

Tournament Overview

• The 30 NBA teams are split into six groups of five.
• Each team will play the other four teams in their group in a round-robin format on Tuesdays and Fridays from November 12 to December 3.
• Eight teams will advance: the six group winners and two wild-card teams (one from each conference).
• Standings are determined by win-loss records, head-to-head results, and point differentials if needed.
• The knockout stage is a single-elimination bracket. Four teams from the East and four from the West compete, with the final match on December 17 in Las Vegas.

NBA Cup Standings and Odds

Standings are crucial as they decide who advances. Check regularly for updates on group standings and point differentials.

Current Odds to Win the NBA Cup:

1. Boston Celtics: +450
2. New York Knicks: +500
3. Golden State Warriors: +600
4. Cleveland Cavaliers: +1000
5. Oklahoma City Thunder: +1100
6. Dallas Mavericks: +1200
7. Houston Rockets: +1200
8. Minnesota Timberwolves: +1400
9. Milwaukee Bucks: +1600
10. Los Angeles Lakers: +1600
11. Phoenix Suns: +2000
12. Orlando Magic: +2500

Fans can stay engaged with the tournament by following updates and placing bets. Enjoy the exciting matchups and the unique format of the NBA Cup this season!