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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!

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.

Good. With the event underway, we'll be keeping track of the standings (and the potentially all-important point differentials) below. Odds to win from DraftKings as of Nov. 12. Fans can take action on the NBA Cup with the latest DraftKings promo.

Here is an updated look at the NBA Cup standings after the Philadelphia 76ers fell to the New York Knicks at home.

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The Detroit Pistons will start their NBA Cup schedule tonight against the Miami Heat, hoping to build some momentum for the rest of the season. Response to the NBA Cup has mostly been “meh,” though there were some good games last season and results that should interest the young Pistons.