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Lakers big man Deandre Ayton appeared on the team’s injury report ahead of their NBA Cup game against the Mavericks.

Playing at home for the first time in two weeks, the New York Knicks host the reeling Milwaukee Bucks on Friday in NBA Cup action.

The Cleveland Cavaliers can advance in the NBA Cup despite their loss to the Toronto Raptors in group play. They are currently holding the Eastern Conference wildcard spot heading into the final day of group stage action on Friday. But a lot can change between now and the end of play on Friday.

The NBA Cup has returned for its third season, bringing back group play, point-differential stakes, and early-season knockout drama. Introduced two years ago to

The Philadelphia 76ers will take on the Brooklyn Nets in the NBA Cup on Friday in the final group stage game for both teams.

When the Denver Nuggets host the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night, the winner will capture West Group C and advance to the Cup quarterfinals while the loser will be eliminated from the tournament. Although it's not for a NBA title, getting a win in the regular-season standings and staying alive for the Cup are motivating factors.