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NBA Cup 2024 Quarterfinals Heat Up

The NBA Cup 2024 has entered its crucial quarterfinal phase, with several exciting matchups scheduled for December 10 and 11, 2024. In the Eastern Conference, the top-seeded Milwaukee Bucks hosted the Orlando Magic on December 10, with the Bucks emerging victorious 114-109. The Magic were hindered by the absence of key players Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner due to injuries[3][4].

On December 11, the New York Knicks are set to face the Atlanta Hawks, while in the Western Conference, the Oklahoma City Thunder took on the Dallas Mavericks on December 10. The Thunder, currently leading the Western Conference with 18 wins and just five losses, are on a three-game winning streak[1].

In another Western Conference quarterfinal, the Houston Rockets will battle the Golden State Warriors on December 11. This matchup promises to be highly competitive, given the strong performances of both teams this season. The Rockets are third in the Western Conference with 16 victories and eight defeats, while the Warriors are fifth with 14 wins and nine losses[1][4].

In a recent regular season game, the New York Knicks secured a significant win over the Toronto Raptors with a final score of 113-108. Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks with 24 points, 15 rebounds, and six assists, including a crucial three-point shot in the final seconds of the game. RJ Barrett contributed 30 points and eight rebounds for the Knicks, while Michael Bridges and Scotty Barnes were key scorers for the Raptors[1].

Top Scorers:
- Karl-Anthony Towns (NYK): 24 points, 15 rebounds, 6 assists
- RJ Barrett (NYK): 30 points, 8 rebounds
- Michael Bridges (TOR): 23 points
- Scotty Barnes (TOR): 15 points

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