The NBA Cup kicks off tonight with a thrilling lineup of eight games. If you’re feeling a bit lost, don’t worry—this guide will walk you through the competition. From the Trail Blazers facing the Nuggets to the undefeated Bulls taking on the Knicks, this first evening of the NBA Cup promises exciting matchups!
Tonight’s NBA Schedule:
- 12:00 AM: Pacers vs. Hawks
- 12:00 AM: Sixers vs. Celtics
- 12:30 AM: Cavaliers vs. Raptors
- 1:00 AM: Bulls vs. Knicks
- 2:30 AM: Grizzlies vs. Lakers
- 3:00 AM: Suns vs. Jazz
- 3:00 AM: Trail Blazers vs. Nuggets
- 3:30 AM: Clippers vs. Pelicans
Key Matchup: Trail Blazers vs. Nuggets
Portland enters the competition on a high note with two consecutive victories and aims to make a strong impression. Similarly, the Denver Nuggets are riding a three-game winning streak, with star player Nikola Jokic leading the way. They will arrive in Oregon with the intent of reminding the young Blazers of the established hierarchy in the Western Conference, while Portland’s youthful squad hopes to disrupt that narrative.
Other Notable Matches:
- The Knicks, seeking confidence and rhythm, will face the Bulls at the United Center, almost at full strength with Mitchell Robinson listed as “questionable.” Billy Donovan’s Bulls remain undefeated and ready for the challenge.
- The Celtics, fresh off a win against the Cavaliers, aim to deliver the first loss to the Sixers, who have been dominant so far this season under Nick Nurse.
French Players to Watch:
- Zaccharie Risacher (Hawks) will challenge the Pacers.
- Guerschon Yabusele, Pacôme Dadiet, and Moussa Diawara (Knicks) will go up against Noa Essengue (Bulls), pending their respective coaches’ decisions.
- Ryan Rupert and Sidy Cissoko (Trail Blazers) will take on the formidable Jokic.
- Nicolas Batum (Clippers) seeks to further drown the Pelicans in defeat.
Check out the injury report for tonight’s games here.
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