Get ready for a basketball showdown like no other! The Emirates NBA Cup 2025 has reached its thrilling semifinals stage, and the buzz in Las Vegas is electric. But here's where it gets even more exciting: the coaches and stars of the remaining four teams are stepping up to the podium today, giving fans a rare glimpse into their strategies and mindsets before the big games. And this is the part most people miss—these media sessions are not just about soundbites; they're a goldmine of insights for anyone looking to understand the tactics and team dynamics that could decide the championship.
The Oklahoma City Thunder, San Antonio Spurs, Orlando Magic, and New York Knicks are all in Las Vegas, fine-tuning their skills and sharing their thoughts with the media before they battle it out on the court. The action kicks off tomorrow on Prime Video, with the Knicks facing the Magic at 5:30 ET in the Eastern semifinal, followed by the Spurs taking on the Thunder at 9 ET in the Western semifinal. But before the games begin, you won’t want to miss today’s media availability, streaming live on the NBA App and NBA.com.
Here’s the full schedule for today’s media sessions (all times Pacific Standard Time):
Orlando Magic
- Jamahl Mosley — 12:00 PM
- Paolo Banchero — 12:10 PM
- Desmond Bane — 12:20 PM
New York Knicks
- Mike Brown — 1:10 PM
- Jalen Brunson — 1:20 PM
- Karl-Anthony Towns — 1:30 PM
Oklahoma City Thunder
- Mark Daigneault — 2:20 PM
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander — 2:30 PM
- Jalen Williams — 2:40 PM
San Antonio Spurs
- Mitch Johnson — 3:30 PM
- De’Aaron Fox — 3:40 PM
- Victor Wembanyama — 3:50 PM
But here's the controversial part: With such high stakes, every word from these players and coaches could be a clue to their game plan. Will the Knicks' experience edge out the Magic's momentum? Can the Thunder's young stars outshine the Spurs' veteran leadership? And what role will rising phenoms like Victor Wembanyama play in shaping the outcome? These media sessions might just hold the answers—or at least spark some heated debates.
What do you think? Are there any players or coaches you’re particularly eager to hear from? Do you have a bold prediction for the semifinals? Let us know in the comments below—we’d love to hear your take on who’s going to dominate the court this weekend!
