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2024 NBA Cup Bracket: A New Era Begins!

The bracket for the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup knockout round has been finalized, showcasing a shift in competition with just two of last year’s quarterfinalists returning. Notably absent are last year’s finalists, the Los Angeles Lakers and Indiana Pacers, as well as the reigning 2024 NBA champions, the Boston Celtics.

The Eastern Conference quarterfinal matchups include:

– No. 4 Orlando Magic at No. 1 Milwaukee Bucks
– No. 3 Atlanta Hawks at No. 2 New York Knicks

For the Western Conference, the pairings are:

– No. 4 Dallas Mavericks at No. 1 Oklahoma City Thunder
– No. 3 Golden State Warriors at No. 2 Houston Rockets

The quarterfinal games are scheduled to take place on December 10 and 11, followed by semifinal and final rounds set for December 14 and 17 in Las Vegas. Specific game times have yet to be announced.

The final round of group play on Tuesday highlighted several thrilling performances. The Dallas Mavericks secured a wild card spot largely due to Luka Dončić, who delivered an impressive 37-point game to lead his team to a last-minute victory over the Memphis Grizzlies, turning a 15-point deficit into a win.

Meanwhile, the Milwaukee Bucks dominated the Detroit Pistons in a decisive matchup to clinch the Group B title. Giannis Antetokounmpo was instrumental, finishing with 28 points and contributing to the team’s strong form as they now ride a seven-game winning streak.

The Oklahoma City Thunder also proved their dominance in the West by besting the Utah Jazz, securing their No. 1 seed after a solid performance helped by a 26-point night from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

Additionally, the New York Knicks thrived in their Group A challenge against the Magic, taking the win with standout performances from Karl-Anthony Towns and several teammates, culminating in a well-rounded offensive display.

The Magic, despite falling behind, managed to secure a wild card spot in the knockout round with a crucial point differential, ensuring their place in the competition.

Overall, this year’s knockout stage promises to be an exciting showdown, with several teams having demonstrated peak performance leading into these critical matches. The absence of familiar competitors from previous years opens the door for new narratives this season, creating an intriguing dynamic for fans and players alike.

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