The 2025 Emirates NBA Cup marks the third edition of the NBA’s in-season tournament, running from October 31st with finals in Las Vegas on December 16th. All 30 NBA teams enter group play—six groups of five, split evenly by conference—where each team plays four “Cup Nights” games that count toward both Cup and regular‑season standings. The six group winners plus one wildcard from each conference advance to knockout rounds, with semifinals and final held at a neutral Las Vegas venue. Full coverage live on 92.9 FM ESPN.
The format was introduced in 2023 (originally called the In‑Season Tournament), renamed after Emirates became title sponsor in 2024. Past winners include the Los Angeles Lakers (2023) and Milwaukee Bucks (2024). Beyond the trophy, each player on the winning team earns a $500,000 bonus.
The Memphis Grizzlies pool includes both Los Angeles teams, the Dallas Mavericks, and the New Orleans Pelicans.
