The Emirates NBA Cup has reached its semifinal stage, with the New York Knicks booking their place in the final following a 132-120 victory over the Orlando Magic. Their opponent, the San Antonio Spurs, secured a narrow 111-109 win against the Oklahoma City Thunder in an intense semifinal showdown in Las Vegas on Saturday night.
The Magic earned their semifinal spot after defeating the Miami Heat 117-108 on Tuesday, while the Knicks had earlier beaten the Toronto Raptors 117-101 in their quarterfinal matchup. These victories set the stage for the high-profile semifinal contests that determined the final pairing.
Previous editions of the NBA Cup have seen memorable champions. LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers captured the inaugural in-season tournament in 2023, with James taking home MVP honors. Last season, Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks lifted the NBA Cup, showcasing the competitive spirit that carries over to the postseason.
Fans and analysts are now looking ahead to the championship clash, where the Knicks and Spurs will compete not only for the Emirates NBA Cup but also to build momentum heading into the regular NBA season.
Knockout Round Recap
Quarterfinals – Dec. 9 & 10:
Semifinals – Dec. 13:
Championship – Dec. 16:
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