The Emirates NBA Cup is finally upon us. Friday night marks the opening slate of group stage games, including the Boston Celtics’ visit to Wells Fargo Center to take on the Philadelphia 76ers.
This will be year three for the Cup, yet many fans still can’t (or don’t want to) comprehend how it all works. We’ve got you covered. Let’s dive into the majesty and mystique of the NBA Cup.
What is the NBA Cup?
The league introduced the NBA Cup back in 2023 to add some extra excitement to early-season games. All 30 teams are divided into six groups of five, three per conference, determined by a random lottery draw held in July.