MIES (Switzerland) - The 11th season of the Basketball Champions League (BCL), powered by Ameresco SUNEL, has officially begun, featuring 32 clubs competing for a spot in the Final Four, scheduled for May 2027. With the first matchups underway, here’s what you need to know about this season.
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Champions from the last Final Four, held in Badalona, Spain, include Rytas Vilnius, who triumphed over 2018 champions AEK BC in the Championship Game, marking a significant addition to the list of BCL winners.
Over its decade-long history, the BCL has seen numerous record-breaking performances. Notably, the league has witnessed the only 50-point game, its singular 20-rebound performance, and a record 18 assists in a single game. Additionally, one returning team set an all-time record by making 21 three-pointers in a single 40-minute game.
Fans can follow the BCL through various platforms, with key streaming coverage provided by Courtside 1891 on DAZN, which serves 20 countries from Argentina to Japan. For more localized viewing options, a detailed guide is available.
This season also introduces a Fantasy League in collaboration with BasketNews. Participants can build their teams, join leagues, and earn points for potential rewards at the season's end. Assistance with player selections is available through BasketNews as well.
In preparation for the competition, writer Cesare Milanti has previewed all groups, focusing on pairs of groups aligned for the Play-Ins in January. The top teams from these playoffs will advance to the Round of 16.
In addition, columnist Diccon Lloyd-Smeath compiled rankings, including the Top 50 players of the BCL decade and the Top 15 players to watch in Season 11.
As the season kicks off with 16 teams competing, fans can anticipate interesting matchups and statistics while following along on Tuesday and throughout the week.