NBA announces 2026 NBA Cup schedule, starts on October 30
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 5:06 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026

The NBA has revealed the schedule for the 2026 NBA Cup, set to begin on October 30. All 30 teams will compete in group stages based on their win-loss records from the previous season, culminating in the championship match on December 11 at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Teams will play four group matches, with eight advancing to a knockout stage. The opening day features matchups including the New York Knicks facing the Philadelphia 76ers and the Los Angeles Lakers against the Golden State Warriors.
- •Championship will be held December 11 in Indianapolis.
- •Group Play includes eight designated game days.
- •Teams will compete in four games during group stages.
- •Current champions New York Knicks to play on opening night.
- •Eight teams advance to knockout rounds after group play.
- 5:06 PMYahoo Sports — When does 2026 NBA Cup start? League unveils full tournament schedule
"The NBA Cup is back for a fourth season, with the championship slated for Dec. 11 at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NBA•Oct 17, 2026, 9:44 AMYouTube Gold: The Genius Of Red Auerbach
NBA•Oct 17, 2026, 9:31 AM3 biggest takeaways for Sixers after preseason finale loss to Celtics
NBA•Oct 17, 2026, 9:01 AMJoel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey stabilize Sixers in preseason finale
NBA•Oct 17, 2026, 8:06 AMMilwaukee Bucks vs Chicago Bulls- NBA•Oct 17, 2026, 6:30 AMClippers reportedly re- sign 6-foot-5, high-upside versatile wing just 48 hours after releasing him
- NBA•Oct 17, 2026, 5:36 AMJJ Redick drops brutally honest truth bomb on Dalton Knecht
