Results
| Date | R | Home vs Away | - |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/01 14:00 | 1 | [2] Atletico Petroleos de Luanda vs Al Ahly Benghazi [2] | 107-94 |
| 05/31 18:00 | 50 | [1] Rivers Hoopers vs Cape Town Tigers [3] | 80-57 |
| 05/29 18:00 | 2 | [2] Atletico Petroleos de Luanda vs Cape Town Tigers [3] | 96-86 |
| 05/29 15:00 | 2 | [1] Rivers Hoopers vs Al Ahly Benghazi [2] | 83-89 |
| 05/27 18:00 | 3 | [2] AS Douanes vs Atletico Petroleos de Luanda [2] | 65-66 |
| 05/27 15:00 | 3 |
[1] Rivers Hoopers vs US Monastir
[3] 
|
92-88 |
| 05/26 15:30 | 3 | [1] FUS Rabat vs Cape Town Tigers [3] | 88-91 |
| 05/26 12:30 | 3 |
[1] Al Ahly Egypt vs Al Ahly Benghazi
[2] |
77-86 |
| 05/25 15:30 | 636 | [1] Rivers Hoopers vs AS Douanes [2] | 57-63 |
| 05/25 12:30 | 636 |
[2] Atletico Petroleos de Luanda vs US Monastir
[3]
|
67-70 |
| 05/24 18:00 | 636 |
Al Ahly Egypt vs FUS Rabat
|
78-89 |
| 05/24 15:00 | 636 | [2] Al Ahly Benghazi vs Cape Town Tigers [3] | 87-76 |
Teams
US Monastir
Cape Town Tigers
AS Douanes
City Oilers
Al Ahly Egypt
SLAC
FAP Yaounde
Rivers Hoopers
Al Zamalek
Patriots BC
Ferroviario Beira
Rwanda Energy Group
AS Sale
Cobra SC
Al Ahly Benghazi
Ferroviario Maputo
Stade
GNBC
Bangui SC
Abidjan BC
BC Espoir Fukash
Armee Patriotique Rwandaise
FUS Rabat
J.K.T Basketball Club
Dakar Universite Club
Kwara Falcons
Police
GS Petroliers
Unza Pacers
Dynamo Burundi
New Star (Bdi)
Manga BB
Nigelec
Hawassa Basketball Club
Elan Coton BBC
Army Basket Club
Al Nasr- Libya
ASB Mazembe
Ulinzi Warriors
Kurasini Heats
KPA
Nueva Era
Urunani BBC
Bravehearts
Matero Magic
Wikipedia - Basketball Africa League
The Basketball Africa League (BAL) is the premier men's basketball league in Africa. Founded in 2019, the league was established and is co-organized by NBA Africa and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA).
Each season typically runs from March to June, and in the current format of the league consists of twelve teams. Each of the teams qualify through their performance in their domestic competition. Seven teams qualify directly, while five others have to play in the Road to BAL. The group stage is divided into three conferences, which are followed by playoffs to determine the champions. The BAL champions of each season automatically qualify for the FIBA Intercontinental Cup.
The first season was held in 2021 and thus far, four different champions have won the competition.
History
On 16 February 2019 the National Basketball Association and FIBA announced plans to establish a continental professional basketball league. During a press conference at the 2019 NBA All-Star weekend, NBA commissioner Adam Silver elaborated on plans to establish the league. He stated that the league will feature 12 teams after qualification tournaments in late 2019. The countries that could possibly host a team include; Angola, Egypt, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa and Tunisia. Silver also hinted at the involvement of former U.S. president Barack Obama in an unspecified role. In May 2019, Amadou Gallo Fall was assigned by the NBA as the first president of the BAL. In September 2019, BAL announced the venues and cities for the inaugural season, which included a Final Four played in Kigali Arena in Kigali, Rwanda.
On 15 October 2019, the qualifying tournaments for the inaugural season began, with teams from 32 African countries participating. The start of the BAL was eventually postponed twice due to the disruptive COVID-19 pandemic. The first BAL game was played on 16 May 2021, in the Kigali Arena in Kigali, Rwanda, which hosted the entire tournament. The season was held in a bio-secure bubble with only limited attendance allowed. On 30 May, Zamalek from Egypt won the first-ever BAL championship after beating US Monastir in the inaugural final.
The following season, the league expanded it format with five-team conferences (the Sahara and Nile Conference), which were held in Dakar and Cairo. The playoffs were held in Kigali.
The fourth league season, in 2024, saw an expansion to three conference with the Kalahari Conference, as well as Petro de Luanda becoming the first team from Sub-Saharan Africa to win the championship. After the season, Ulrich Chomche from Cameroon became the first former BAL player to be drafted in the National Basketball Association (NBA), as he was picked in the second round of the 2024 NBA draft.
The Basketball Africa League (BAL) is a premier professional basketball league that showcases the best talent from across the African continent. Launched in partnership with the National Basketball Association (NBA) in 2021, the BAL aims to elevate the profile of African basketball, providing a platform for local players, coaches, and teams to compete at the highest level.
The league features a diverse array of teams representing various countries, each bringing their unique style and culture to the court. With a commitment to fostering the growth of basketball in Africa, the BAL not only highlights the athletic prowess of its players but also emphasizes community engagement, youth development, and the promotion of the sport throughout the region.
The tournament is structured in a competitive format, culminating in a thrilling playoff series that determines the champion of the league. Fans can expect high-energy games filled with skillful plays, intense rivalries, and unforgettable moments, all set against the vibrant backdrop of African cities.
In addition to the on-court action, the BAL is dedicated to social responsibility initiatives, using the power of basketball to inspire positive change and uplift communities. Through various programs, the league aims to promote education, health, and social inclusion, making a lasting impact beyond the game.
Join us for the Basketball Africa League, where passion meets excellence, and witness the rise of African basketball on the global stage!