The Phoenix Suns are still in the hunt to clinch the NBA Cup’s West Group B and advance to the quarterfinals. San Antonio Spurs, Oklahoma City Thunder and Suns are each 2-1 in group play of the in-season tournament. The Los Angeles Lakers are 2-2 after Friday's loss to the Thunder and the Utah Jazz are 0-3.

Through three games, the Spurs are tied for first place in West Group B at 2-1, matching both the Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Lakers (

After two seasons of “meaningless” hoops, the San Antonio Spurs are somewhat in an elimination game next week. With just one game left in the group stage of the 2024 NBA Cup, the Spurs are in pole position to win Western Conference Group B.

Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan (back) was a full participant at practice on Saturday and is probable to make his return to the court against the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday night. Guard Kevin Huerter (ankle) did not practice with the team on Saturday and is doubtful for Sunday's matchup (per Sean Cunningham | KTXL).