Where Celtics Stand in the 2025 NBA Cup as Group B Play Intensifies
The group stage of the 2025 NBA Cup accelerates Friday night with an 11-game schedule. Here's an update on the Boston Celtics’ position in Group B.
Boston Celtics' Current Status
The Celtics currently hold the 10th spot in the Eastern Conference with a 4-5 record following a fluctuating start to the 2025-26 season. However, a win against the Orlando Magic on Friday could push them to first place in Group B of the NBA Cup.
NBA Cup Group B Overview
The league’s third annual in-season tournament continues with more group stage games, including the Celtics facing the Magic, one of 11 NBA Cup matches happening Friday. Group B consists of the Celtics, Magic, Philadelphia 76ers, Detroit Pistons, and Brooklyn Nets.
Group B Standings and Key Games
- The Celtics are currently 1-0 after narrowly defeating the Sixers 109-108 in their NBA Cup opener.
- The Magic, Pistons, and Nets have yet to start their NBA Cup campaigns but will be in action Friday, with the Pistons and Nets playing at 7:30 p.m. ET.
By the end of the night, the standings are expected to shift as more games conclude.
“Point differential is a key tiebreaker in the NBA Cup, so expect both the Celtics and Magic to play hard until the final whistle, even if the game is already in hand for either side.”
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Author’s summary: The Boston Celtics aim to claim the top spot in Group B of the 2025 NBA Cup as the tournament’s group stage escalates with decisive matchups Friday night.