NBA Cup Semifinals Set as Teams Battle Momentum and Injuries

The Hawks, Bucks, Thunder, and Rockets advance to Las Vegas while key players like Jimmy Butler and Kevin Durant face uncertain futures.

The NBA Cup semifinals will feature the Hawks vs. Bucks and Thunder vs. Rockets on Saturday, with the winners advancing to the final on Tuesday in Las Vegas.
The Miami Heat are thriving with a new starting lineup, winning seven of their last ten games, despite trade rumors surrounding star forward Jimmy Butler.
The Atlanta Hawks have emerged as the NBA's top rebounding team over the past eight games, driving their recent success and securing a semifinal spot.
Kevin Durant's absence due to a sprained ankle continues to hamper the Phoenix Suns, who have lost nine of their last twelve games.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Thunder and Alperen Sengun of the Rockets delivered standout performances, highlighting their roles as key players in their teams' success.