The Phoenix Suns will face the Denver Nuggets, Houston Rockets, and Utah Jazz in West Group A of the 2026 NBA Cup. ## What happened?
The NBA revealed the group draw results on Tuesday night. The Mavericks were also drawn into the same group. The NBA Cup's group play games will start on October 30 and run through November 27.
Why it matters for Phoenix Suns
Last result: Milwaukee Bucks 133-123 Phoenix Suns (2025-04-01). Recent form (last 2): 1W-0D-1L (LW, most recent first). The Suns are looking to improve their performance in the tournament.
What comes next?
The knockout rounds begin with the quarterfinals, which will be held from December 4-5. The semifinals will then take place on either December 8 and/or December 9. This year's NBA Cup championship game will take place December 11.
| Team | Group |
|---|---|
| Phoenix Suns | West Group A |
| Denver Nuggets | West Group A |
| Houston Rockets | West Group A |
| Utah Jazz | West Group A |
| Dallas Mavericks | West Group A |
The Suns will need to perform well in the group stage to advance to the knockout rounds. And they will face tough competition from the other teams in their group. But with their recent form, they have a good chance of making it to the next round. So, the Suns will need to bring their A-game if they want to succeed in the tournament.
Key players
The Suns have a strong roster, with players like Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton. These players will be key to the team's success in the tournament. And with their skills and experience, they can help the Suns make a deep run in the tournament.
The NBA Cup is an exciting tournament, and the Suns are ready to take on the challenge. With their recent form and strong roster, they have a good chance of succeeding. The tournament starts on October 30, and the Suns will be looking to make a strong start.