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Spurs Mount Epic Comeback to Clinch NBA Cup Group
29 Nov
Summary
- Spurs erased an 18-point deficit to beat Nuggets 139-136.
- Thunder secured top seed with a 123-119 victory over Suns.
- Magic clinched Group B with a 112-109 win over Pistons.
The conclusion of the 2025 NBA Cup group stage delivered high drama, with the San Antonio Spurs orchestrating a stunning comeback. They rallied from an 18-point deficit to defeat the Denver Nuggets 139-136, seizing control of their group. This thrilling victory propelled the Spurs to a 3-1 record, securing their advancement.
The Oklahoma City Thunder demonstrated their dominance, defeating the Phoenix Suns 123-119. Despite the return of Jalen Williams, it was Shai Gilgeous-Alexander who led the charge, ensuring OKC secured the top seed in the Western Conference's knockout rounds with an impressive 4-0 group stage record.
In the Eastern Conference, the Orlando Magic clinched Group B with a narrow 112-109 win against the Detroit Pistons, thanks to a stellar 37-point performance from Desmond Bane. The Magic's victory, coupled with other results, set the stage for the East's knockout participants: Orlando, Toronto, New York, and Miami.
