- The NBA Cup returns soon — the first three editions had different champions (Lakers, Bucks, Knicks), and the West team in the Cup final reached the NBA Finals in each of the last two seasons; New York won both the Cup and the NBA Finals last year.
- Early DraftKings odds show Oklahoma City (+330) and San Antonio (+370) among the favorites, while teams like the Knicks (+1400) and Lakers (+2500) are listed as longer shots — plenty to debate for betting and bragging rights.
- Cup MVPs so far: LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jalen Brunson — who will be the breakout star this year?
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