The NBA Cup is heating up, and we’re barreling towards an epic showdown in Vegas on December 17th!
Mark Your Calendars: NBA Cup Knockouts
Alright, hoop heads, the NBA Cup knockouts are just around the corner, kicking off this Tuesday. But don’t worry, the regular season action isn’t taking a backseatโboth the quarters and semis will still count towards those all-important regular season records. The grand finale in Vegas, though? That’s a standalone spectacle, baby!
Here’s the lowdown:
- Quarter Finals: December 10th โ 11th
- Semi Finals: December 14th
- Final: December 17th
Check out the full schedule here:
Knockout Drama: Who’s Ready to Ball?
Tuesday night kicks off with a bang as Orlando takes on Milwaukee. With Giannis leading the charge, the Bucks are looking fierce, especially with him eyeing that MVP title. Orlando’s been hit hard by injuries, with Franz Wagner sidelined indefinitely. Tough break for the Magic.
Next up, we’ve got OKC versus the Mavericksโa rematch of last year’s Conference semi-final. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the hot favorite for Cup MVP, but Luka and the Mavs won’t go down easy. This one’s gonna be a barnburner, folks!
And then there’s Wednesday night, where the Hawks fly into Madison Square Garden to face the Knicks. Josh Hart’s got his eyes on a new watch for Christmas, and he’s hoping a Cup win will help him snag it. I think the Knicks might just pull it offโHart’s motivation is no joke!
Finally, the Warriors hit the road to take on the Rockets in Houston. The Rockets have been the Cinderella story of the season, and they’re not about to let the Warriors waltz in and steal their thunder.
Who’s Still in the Hunt?
Let’s break down who’s left standing in this wild NBA Cup chase:
East:
- Milwaukee Bucks (East #1, Group B winner)
- New York Knicks (East #2, Group A winner)
- Atlanta Hawks (East #3, Group C winner)
- Orlando Magic (East #4, Wild Card)
West:
- Oklahoma City Thunder (West #1, Group B winner)
- Houston Rockets (West #2, Group A winner)
- Golden State Warriors (West #3, Group C winner)
- Dallas Mavericks (West #4, Wild Card)
So, who do you think’s gonna take it all in Vegas? My money’s on an underdog storyโmaybe the Rockets or the Knicks. But hey, anything can happen in this league, right? Let’s hear your bold predictions!