Where Celtics Stand in 2025 NBA Cup As Group B Play Heats Up
The 2025 NBA Cup group stage intensifies Friday night with an 11-game lineup. The Boston Celtics currently hold a 4-5 record in the NBA's Eastern Conference, placing them 10th after a mixed start to the 2025-26 season.
If the Celtics beat the Orlando Magic on Friday, they will claim first place in Group B of the NBA Cup.
Celtics' Position in Group B
The Celtics compete in Group B alongside the Orlando Magic, Philadelphia 76ers, Detroit Pistons, and Brooklyn Nets. They are currently 1-0 in the NBA Cup group stage after narrowly defeating the Sixers 109-108 last Friday in their opener.
The Celtics-Sixers game has been the only Group B contest so far, as the Magic, Pistons, and Nets have yet to start their NBA Cup schedules.
Upcoming Group B Games
- Detroit Pistons and Brooklyn Nets will play at 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday.
- The Magic also have a game scheduled Friday night.
These matches will bring changes to the Group B standings by the end of the day.
Significance of Point Differential
Point differential serves as a crucial tiebreaker in the NBA Cup, so both the Celtics and Magic are expected to compete intensely until the final whistle, even if a game's outcome seems decided.
Fans can stream NBC10 Boston news anytime to keep up with the latest updates.
Summary: The Celtics aim to secure a top spot in Group B of the 2025 NBA Cup with key games ahead, while all teams push hard as point differential remains a vital factor.
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