NBA Cup 2026: Group Play begins with Detroit Pistons victory

The 2026 Emirates NBA Cup has officially commenced with the start of Group Play, featuring all 30 teams in the league. The tournament, which runs alongside the regular season, offers significant prize money and serves as a high-stakes competition for advancing to the single-elimination knockout rounds.

In East Group A action, the Detroit Pistons secured a 110-94 victory over the Brooklyn Nets at the Barclays Center. Cade Cunningham led Detroit with 20 points, while Ron Holland II contributed 18 points off the bench. The win improves Detroit's standing in the tournament, while the Nets remain winless in the regular season with a 0-4 record.

Other early tournament results include the Memphis Grizzlies defeating the Portland Trail Blazers 124-103, helping Memphis maintain an undefeated start. The tournament schedule features marquee matchups, including the Los Angeles Lakers against the Golden State Warriors and the New York Knicks against the Philadelphia 76ers.