The third annual NBA Cup has reached its most intense phase. After an action-packed group stage, only eight teams remain in the race for this season’s in-season tournament title. Fans can expect high-stakes matchups, star-powered performances, and elimination drama as the league moves into the knockout stage. Whether you’re following your favorite team or keeping…
Category: Pro Basketball
Warriors have space to sign Seth Curry, uniting Curry brothers
The Golden State Warriors will unite the Curry brothers as initially planned by signing veteran guard Seth Curry to a contract for the remai…
Cooper Flagg youngest in NBA history with 35-point game as Mavs beat Clippers
Cooper Flagg had a career-high 35 points and Klay Thompson scored 17 of his 23 in the fourth quarter to rally the Dallas Mavericks to a 114-…
Did NBA Division Winners Used to Get Automatic Top Playoff Seeds?
For years, the NBA determined playoff seeding using more than just team records. From the 2004–05 through the 2014–15 NBA seasons, division winners were guaranteed a top-three seed, even if their win-loss record was worse than other higher-performing teams. This rule was originally designed to reward division success and maintain competitive balance, but it eventually…
NBA Cup quarterfinals field set
The NBA Cup quarterfinal field was set Friday night, with Miami going to Orlando and New York going to Toronto on the Eastern Conference sid…
Steph Curry to be re-evaluated in one week after quad contusion
Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry will be re-evaluated in one week after an MRI confirmed he suffered a right quad contusion and m…
What Are the Exotic Hardwood Courts Used for the NBA Cup? A Deep Dive into the Bold New Tournament Floors
The NBA Cup (formerly the In-Season Tournament) has introduced one of the most visually striking innovations in professional basketball: exotic hardwood courts designed specifically for Cup games. These courts don’t just look different—they are built to signal that these matchups stand apart from regular-season games, giving the tournament its own identity, energy, and broadcast appeal….
Luka’s 43pts lead Lakers past Clippers, clinches NBA Cup group
Luka Doncic had 43 points, 13 assists and nine rebounds, and LeBron James added 25 points in the Los Angeles Lakers’ fifth consecutive victo…
Has the WNBA Ever Had a Lockout? History, Labor Relations, and What It Means for the Future
The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) has rapidly grown in popularity, revenue, media coverage, and player advocacy. As discussions around pay equity, charter flights, and labor rights gain momentum, many fans ask: Has the WNBA ever had a lockout? Has There Ever Been a WNBA Lockout? No — the WNBA has never experienced a lockout…
Pistons hold off Pacers for 13th straight win, matching franchise record
The Detroit Pistons defeated the Indiana Pacers 122-117 on Monday, stretching their winning streak to 13 games and tying the franchise recor…