The NBA has announced the group draw for the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup, which will feature all 30 NBA teams. The teams have been divided into six groups of five within their respective conferences, based on their win-loss records from the 2024-25 regular season. Group play will begin on October 31 and run through November 28, with the top eight teams advancing to the knockout rounds. The semifinals and championship games are scheduled to be held in Las Vegas on December 13 and 16. Notably, East Group A is highlighted by the 2023 Emirates NBA Cup finalists and the 2025 Eastern Conference champions, creating a highly competitive group. The San Antonio Spurs have been placed in what has been described as the tournament's "Group of Death." The full group stage details have been released, and the tournament will be broadcast on Prime. The 2025 Emirates NBA Cup marks the third edition of the competition, aiming to crown one champion from the six groups after a series of group and knockout stage games.