NBA Cup

The Los Angeles Lakers faced the Phoenix Suns in a crucial NBA Cup match on November 26, 2024, showcasing the return of superstars Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal. The Suns ended their five-game losing streak with a decisive 127-100 victory, marking the Lakers' first loss in the cup. Despite the Lakers' early momentum from last season's NBA Cup win, the Suns capitalized on home-court advantage, highlighting LeBron James and Anthony Davis as pivotal for the Lakers while Kevin Durant and Devin Booker starred for the Suns. The game emphasized both teams' need to address ongoing challenges as they vie for dominance in the Western Conference.

The Boston Celtics emerged victorious with a 108-96 win over the Washington Wizards in a closely contested NBA Cup match. Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 31 points as they navigated through a challenging offensive night, improving their tournament record to 2-1. With this win, Boston takes a strong position in East Group C standings, setting their sights on their upcoming clash against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

The Warriors, boasting the best record in the Western Conference, face the Pelicans in NBA Cup play. Despite dominating their previous encounters, Golden State seeks to maintain their momentum amidst Pelican injuries and potential player returns.