The Los Angeles Lakers completed a perfect 4-0 run through West Group B after a 129-119 win over the Dallas Mavericks — sealing their place in the knockout stage.
- Luka Dončić led the way with 35 points and 11 assists, while Austin Reaves poured in 38 points and Deandre Ayton added 17 points and 8 rebounds.
- The victory came in front of a home crowd and came even as the Mavericks featured Anthony Davis — back after a 14-game layoff — though Dallas couldn’t match the Lakers’ firepower.
With the win, the Lakers not only advance but do so with authority, positioning themselves well as the NBA Cup moves to knockout intensity.
Other notable results
- The Oklahoma City Thunder rolled to a 123-119 win over the Phoenix Suns to finish 4-0 in West Group A.
- The San Antonio Spurs edged the Denver Nuggets 139-136 to top West Group C, while in the East, the New York Knicks and the Orlando Magic both booked knockout-round berths after impressive group-stage showings.
What this means
The group stage of the 2025 NBA Cup is now complete — and several heavyweights have advanced in style. The Lakers’ sweep signals they are serious contenders, while teams like Oklahoma City, San Antonio, New York and Orlando earned rides into the knockout rounds with momentum on their side.
The knockout phase begins soon — and with an early taste of pressure and performance, the stage is set for an intense elimination round where form, depth, and composure will matter most.
