Knicks-Sixers II, Lakers-Warriors top 1st Cup day

The NBA Cup competition opens on October 30, featuring two marquee matchups: the New York Knicks facing the Philadelphia 76ers in a rematch, and LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers playing at the Golden State Warriors. These games headline the first day of NBA Cup play for the 2025-26 season. The NBA Cup is the league's in-season tournament, with schedules, formats, and group updates being tracked throughout the competition.