The 2025 NBA Cup Final will pit the New York Knicks against the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday, Dec. 16, at T‑Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
The Final’s Countdown
The 2025‑26 NBA season’s first silverware is up for grabs. The NBA Cup has narrowed to a single championship game featuring the Knicks and the Spurs. The matchup will be broadcast exclusively on Prime Video, with tipoff scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET (5:30 p.m. PT).
Road to the Final
Both franchises entered the playoffs with identical 18‑7 records, each riding a five‑game winning streak. The Knicks advanced by defeating the Orlando Magic in the semifinal, while the Spurs secured victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder, the 2024 NBA Cup runners‑up.
Knicks’ Core and Key Players
New York’s offense is anchored by guard Jalen Brunson, who averages 28.8 points per game. Center Karl‑Anthony Towns follows with 22.4 points and 11.9 rebounds per game. Role players Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, and Josh Hart contribute consistently, and Jordan Clarkson and Mitchell Robinson add depth.
Injuries have limited the squad: Miles McBride and Landry Shamet are sidelined, reducing the Knicks’ roster for the championship.
Spurs’ Standout and Health
San Antonio’s star, Victor Wembanyama, averages 25.8 points, 12.6 rebounds, and 3.5 blocks per game. Guard De’Aaron Fox brings 23.9 points per game and a 39.1 % three‑point percentage from 6.5 attempts. The Spurs will enter the game fully healthy, a significant advantage after periods with Wembanyama and Fox sidelined.
Other Spurs contributors—Stephon Castle, Devin Vassell, Harrison Barnes, Dylan Harper, Keldon Johnson, and Julian Champagnie—are all posting double‑digit averages.
Recent Showdowns
Wembanyama’s last two games against the Knicks were dramatic. He recorded 40 points and 20 rebounds in a 130‑126 win, followed by 42 points and 18 rebounds in a 117‑114 loss.
Prize Money Details
Players on the winning team will each receive an additional $530,933, while those on the losing side will earn $212,373 each.
NBA Cup Winners History
Since the tournament’s inception in 2023, the finals have seen:
- 2023: Los Angeles Lakers 123, Indiana Pacers 109
- 2024: Milwaukee Bucks 97, Oklahoma City Thunder 81
Key Takeaways
- The Knicks and Spurs face off in the 2025 NBA Cup Final on Dec. 16.
- Tipoff is at 8:30 p.m. ET, streamed on Prime Video.
- Winners earn $530,933 per player; losers receive $212,373.
The championship promises to showcase the Knicks’ resilience and the Spurs’ star‑powered offense in a high‑stakes showdown for the season’s first trophy.
