NBA Cup 2025: Unveiling New Court Designs for the Tournament
The Emirates NBA Cup 2025 is set to commence on October 31, featuring revamped court designs for all 30 teams. This year’s tournament will include a total of four group-play games for each team, divided into groups of five. Each team will play two home games and two away games.
Tournament Structure and Advancement
Eight teams will progress to the knockout rounds. This includes the top team from each group and two wild-card teams from each conference. The aim is to compete for the coveted NBA Cup trophy.
Unique Court Designs
This season, NBA teams are showcasing competition-specific courts designed by artist Victor Solomon. Each court features unique gradients related to the team and designs inspired by the Cup trophy.
- Team slogans and signature designs will appear along the sidelines.
- Previous champions, such as the Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers, will have the year they won displayed prominently on the court.
Debut of the New Courts
The redesigned courts are expected to make their debut during the tournament. Here are some highlights of the new court designs:
- Atlanta Hawks: A fresh introduction planned for November 7.
- Boston Celtics: A modern take on the classic parquet floor.
- Charlotte Hornets: Unique design elements for their Cup games.
- Cleveland Cavaliers: Specific features aimed at enhancing team spirit.
- Denver Nuggets: A striking new look for the tournament.
- Detroit Pistons: Unique visuals aimed to elevate the fan experience.
- Golden State Warriors: Fully painted court for home games.
- Los Angeles Lakers: Celebratory designs representing their legacy.
- Miami HEAT: Engaging fan promotions tied to their new court.
The excitement builds as teams prepare to unveil their unique NBA Cup courts. Fans can expect a visually stunning experience as they cheer for their favorite teams starting October 31.
