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Emirates NBA Cup Begins 2026 Group Play with Opening-Night Games

Emirates NBA Cup: live updates, top moments, scores and highlights from first night of Group Play

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What changed

The 2026 Emirates NBA Cup has entered Group Play. The opening night, covered on 31 October, included live scores, highlights and moments from across the competition, including the Pistons-Nets opener.

Why it matters

The Cup is now moving from predictions to actual results. Each game can begin shaping the group picture, even though the opening report does not provide complete scores, standings or qualification details.

For teams competing, the immediate task is simple: turn one night of Group Play into a position strong enough to matter later. The tournament winner is still unknown, and the first night offers a starting point rather than a settled story.

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  1. NBA.comEmirates NBA Cup: live updates, top moments, scores and highlights from first night of Group Play

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