Celtics Guide to the 2025 NBA Cup
As the 2025 NBA Cup tips off Friday night, attention turns to where the Boston Celtics stand in Group B. After falling short in last year’s group stage despite being the reigning NBA champions, the Celtics enter this season looking for redemption.
Tournament Overview
The 2025 NBA Cup marks the league’s third in-season tournament since its debut in 2023. The event begins with group play, featuring all 30 NBA teams divided into six groups of five per conference. Each team faces every opponent in its group once — two games at home and two on the road — totaling four matchups per team.
Celtics in Group B
The Celtics compete in Group B alongside the Philadelphia 76ers, Detroit Pistons, Orlando Magic, and Brooklyn Nets. Boston opened group play with a narrow 109–108 victory over the Sixers to start their campaign strong.
Advancing to Knockout Stage
Eight teams will move on to the single-elimination knockout stage. Advancement goes to the top team from each of the six groups, plus one wild card from each conference—the second-place team with the best overall record.
"The 2025 NBA Cup — the league's third iteration of the in-season tournament that launched in 2023 — kicks off Friday night with the first games of group play."
Listen and Follow
Fans can keep up with in-depth analysis and updates through NBC Sports Boston’s podcast network, featuring insights from their team of insiders.
Author’s Summary
The Boston Celtics are aiming to rebound in the 2025 NBA Cup, starting with a tight win over the Sixers and hopeful for a deeper run through Group B and into the knockout rounds.