Find the latest updates, standings and a simple reminder of how it works below: Here’s what happened on the first night of NBA Cup action. East A: Magic 114, Hornets 89 – Franz Wagner scores a season-high 32 points in three quarters and Orlando goes on a 30-6 run in the second half to pull away from Charlotte.

The 2024 NBA Cup is here. The Sporting News is tracking the latest standings and scores for the in-season tournament.

Here’s the answer: yes, the NBA Cup games do count for the regular season standings, with one exception! The championship game doesn’t count in terms of stats or a team’s record. That’s it! Enjoy!