The NBA Cup is back, and I’m trying to meet it halfway

LAS VEGAS, NV - DECEMBER 13: An overall view of the Emirates Cup logo before the game between the New York Knicks and the Orlando Magic during the Emirates NBA Cup Semifinal game on December 13, 2025 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozz