What happened: Musician Bruce Springsteen attended Friday's Emirates NBA Cup matchup between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Los Angeles Lakers in Los Angeles. The game remains in progress with the Trail Blazers holding a 58-45 score over the Lakers.

Why it matters: Springsteen, who previously reached out to baseball leadership ahead of the World Series, was in attendance as the tournament continued. The matchup marks an early group-stage meeting between Western Conference rivals competing in tournament play.

What to watch: The teams will conclude the contest in Los Angeles before continuing their respective group-stage schedules.