Knicks, Bucks, and Thunder Secure Spots in the 2024 NBA Cup Knockout Stage
The 2024 NBA Cup group stage has come to a thrilling conclusion, with the Knicks, Bucks, and Thunder all clinching their spots in the knockout stage. The Eastern and Western Conferences have seen intense competition, and now we know the eight quarterfinalists vying for a spot in the semifinals. Eastern Conference Teams Moving On In […]
The 2024 NBA Cup group stage has come to a thrilling conclusion, with the Knicks, Bucks, and Thunder all clinching their spots in the knockout stage. The Eastern and Western Conferences have seen intense competition, and now we know the eight quarterfinalists vying for a spot in the semifinals.
Eastern Conference Teams Moving On
In the East, the Bucks, Knicks, Hawks, and Magic are the teams advancing to the knockout rounds. The Bucks continued their dominant performance, securing a 128-107 victory. Meanwhile, the Knicks also clinched their spot with a solid 121-106 win against the Magic.
The Hawks and Magic had already secured their places earlier in the group stage, setting up an exciting finish for the final spots. With these results, the East bracket is now set, with these four teams looking to make a deep run in the knockout rounds.
Western Conference Teams Lock In
The Western Conference also saw thrilling action, with the Rockets, Warriors, Thunder, and Mavericks securing their spots in the quarterfinals.
On Tuesday night, the Thunder defeated the Jazz 133-106, securing their place in the knockout stage. The Mavericks came through with a nail-biting 121-116 win over the Grizzlies, clinching their spot as well.
The Warriors and Rockets were also in contention, but the final seeding for the West is still up in the air, depending on late-night games. With the bracket still taking shape, teams will be hoping to finalize their positions and set themselves up for a successful run in the knockout stage.
NBA Cup Scores and Results
Here’s a recap of the latest NBA Cup scores from Tuesday night’s action:
- Bucks 128, 107 (Box score)
- Knicks 121, Magic 106 (Box score)
- Thunder 133, Jazz 106 (Box score)
- Mavericks 121, Grizzlies 116 (Box score)
- Suns 104, Spurs 93 (Box score)
- Nuggets 119, Warriors 115 (Box score)
- Kings 120, Rockets 111 (Box score)
- Clippers 127, Trail Blazers 105 (Box score)
Seeding and Knockout Stage Finalization
With the group stage now complete, the focus shifts to seeding for the knockout stage. The final games in the Western Conference will determine how the matchups will unfold, and fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement of the official bracket. By the end of Tuesday night, the seeding will be finalized, and the stage will be set for what promises to be an exciting knockout round.
Looking Ahead: What to Expect in the Knockout Stage
As we head into the knockout stage of the 2024 NBA Cup, fans can expect even more intense matchups. Teams like the Bucks, Knicks, and Thunder, who have shown strong performances in the group stage, will be looking to carry their momentum forward. On the other hand, teams that just made it through, such as the Mavericks and Warriors, will have everything to prove.
With the stakes getting higher, the upcoming quarterfinals are sure to bring drama, excitement, and memorable moments. Stay tuned for all the updates as we head into the knockout rounds of the 2024 NBA Cup!