The NBA announced that the NBA Cup championship game for 2026 will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Friday, December 11. Hinkle Fieldhouse, the longtime home of Butler University, has hosted various basketball events, including the National Invitation Tournament and the WNBA’s Indiana Fever.
NBA Cup Championship
The in-season tournament features representatives from the Eastern and Western Conferences competing for a cash prize. In 2025, the New York Knicks won the title, defeating the San Antonio Spurs.
The NBA chose Hinkle Fieldhouse for its historic and iconic basketball environment, which will further establish the Emirates NBA Cup Championship as a signature moment on the NBA calendar.
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