NBA Cup 2025 Standings, Bracket Predictions After October 31 Group Play

NBA Cup 2025 Group Stage Overview

The 2025 NBA Cup group stage kicked off on Friday showcasing impressive individual efforts and surprising results.

Western Conference Highlights

In West Group C, Portland stunned Denver with a 109-107 victory. The Blazers were led by Deni Avdija’s 23 points, supported by six players scoring in double digits to topple a top contender.

This loss places Denver in a challenging position, as it still must face Houston Rockets, Golden State Warriors, and San Antonio Spurs. Their presence means Portland’s path to winning the group isn't assured. In fact, this Denver defeat benefits the Rockets, Warriors, and Spurs, since a single loss could eliminate Denver from first place contention.

West Group B Battle

West Group A Standings

Phoenix Suns currently lead West Group A, but expectations remain that the Oklahoma City Thunder will ultimately claim first place.

Eastern Conference Developments

Both the Cleveland Cavaliers and New York Knicks lost their opening group games.

Toronto upset the Cavaliers in East Group A, a result that could benefit the Atlanta Hawks, who topped the group by beating a depleted Indiana Pacers squad.

New York's defeat to Chicago opened East Group C, where the Milwaukee Bucks are poised to seize control once their group play begins.

"Portland produced the biggest surprise in the West with its 109-107 win over Denver."
"Denver now sits in a precarious spot because it still has to face the Houston Rockets, Golden State Warriors and San Antonio Spurs."
"They meet on November 25 in what will likely be the group decider."

Author's summary: The NBA Cup 2025 group stage has begun with surprising outcomes and tight contests set to shape group winners in both conferences.

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