The National Basketball Association announced Tuesday that tickets are now on sale for the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup Semifinal and Championship games, set to take place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Fans can purchase tickets at NBAEvents.com/cup.
Now in its third year, the Emirates NBA Cup adds a competitive edge to the early regular-season schedule, offering teams a chance to vie for an additional championship title. The tournament will culminate with two win-or-go-home Semifinal matchups on Saturday, Dec. 13, featuring top teams from the Eastern and Western Conferences. The victors will advance to the Championship game on Tuesday, Dec. 16, where they will compete for the NBA Cup trophy and a prize pool.
Beyond the on-court action, Las Vegas will host a slate of premium fan experiences throughout the week. NBAExperiences.com offers access to exclusive events, including a dinner on the court, shootarounds, and meet-and-greets with NBA legends. The second annual NBA Tees & Threes Golf Tournament will be held Sunday, Dec. 14, pairing fans with NBA stars, pro golfers, and celebrities for a unique blend of basketball and luxury hospitality.
The tournament begins with Group Play from Oct. 31 to Nov. 28, during which all 30 NBA teams will compete in four games on designated “Cup Nights.” Eight teams—six group winners and one wild card from each conference—will advance to the Knockout Rounds. The quarterfinals will be held Dec. 9–10 in NBA team markets, followed by the semifinals and the championship in Las Vegas.
Prime Video will stream five consecutive Friday night doubleheaders during Group Play, starting Oct. 31 and ending on Black Friday, Nov. 28. The platform will also carry all seven Knockout Round games.
Fans can stay updated on the Emirates NBA Cup 2025 through the NBA App, which offers exclusive content and rewards via NBA ID, the league’s membership program. Additional details, including schedules and hospitality packages, are available on the NBA Events App and NBAEvents.com.
