Interviewing New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns in advance of today’s NBA Cup matchup vs Orlando Magic. KAT on a tough Magic team, OKC’s dominance, the importance of NBA Cup and what he would do with $500,000 if they won. pic.twitter.com/mbQ1E3V1vy

While the NBA Cup is all about teaching an inexperienced Orlando Magic how to win now that we’ve reached the knockout stages, there’s some coin to be had too. E

The Spurs are 4-1 over the last five games and advancing in the NBA Cup after a win over the Lakers. Since losing Victor Wembanyama for 12 games, the Spurs have gone 9-3 compared to 7-4 with him. San Antonio boasts the seventh-best offensive rating over the last 12 games, but ranks 22nd in defensive rating without their franchise player.

Orlando Magic shooting guard Desmond Bane commented on his $35,000 fine after his 37-point NBA Cup game against the Miami Heat.