The NBA has officially released the group play schedule for the 2026-27 NBA Cup, and the Oklahoma City Thunder are set to face a challenging slate of opponents. Competing in Group B of the Western Conference, the Thunder will go up against the Los Angeles Clippers, Memphis Grizzlies, Minnesota Timberwolves, and New Orleans Pelicans. Each team will play one another once during the month of November, with the aim of securing a spot in the knockout rounds.
OKC's journey in the NBA Cup will commence with two road games, starting with a matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies on November 6 at 7 p.m. Central Time. Following that, they will travel to Los Angeles to take on the Clippers on November 13, with a later tip-off scheduled for 9:30 p.m. Central. The Thunder will then return home to host the New Orleans Pelicans on November 20 at 7 p.m. before facing the Minnesota Timberwolves on November 25 at 6:30 p.m., which will be broadcast on ESPN.
Advancing from the group stage will be crucial for the Thunder, as the top team from each of the six groups, along with one wild-card team from each conference, will progress to the knockout rounds. These knockout stages will feature a single-elimination format, with the quarterfinals taking place on December 4 and 5, followed by the semifinals on December 8 and 9. The championship game is scheduled for December 11 at Butler University’s Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, marking a departure from the traditional Las Vegas venue.
This season's NBA Cup represents an exciting opportunity for the Thunder, who have been building a competitive roster with young talent and experienced players. The team's performance in this tournament could serve as a valuable indicator of their progress as they seek to establish themselves as a playoff contender in the Western Conference.
Here’s a detailed look at the OKC Thunder's schedule for the 2026-27 NBA Cup group play:
- Friday, Nov. 6: OKC Thunder at Memphis Grizzlies, 7 p.m.
- Friday, Nov. 13: OKC Thunder at Los Angeles Clippers, 9:30 p.m.
- Friday, Nov. 20: OKC Thunder vs. New Orleans Pelicans, 7 p.m.
- Wednesday, Nov. 25: OKC Thunder vs. Minnesota Timberwolves, 6:30 p.m. (ESPN)
All times listed are in Central Time. As the Thunder prepare for these matchups, fans will be eager to see how the team performs against formidable opponents in this unique competition.
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