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EuroLeague: History, Structure, and Records

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Title: EuroLeague: History, Structure, and Records

Total Categories: 6

Category Stats

  • Origins and Early History (1958-1996): 4 flashcards, 7 questions
  • Organizational Dynamics and Competition Splits (1996-2001): 4 flashcards, 8 questions
  • Modern EuroLeague Structure and Operations (2001-Present): 7 flashcards, 14 questions
  • Club and National Records: 16 flashcards, 22 questions
  • Individual Player Statistics and Game Milestones: 7 flashcards, 10 questions
  • Sponsorship, Broadcasting, and Global Presence: 8 flashcards, 13 questions

Total Stats

  • Total Flashcards: 46
  • True/False Questions: 45
  • Multiple Choice Questions: 29
  • Total Questions: 74

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Study Guide: EuroLeague: History, Structure, and Records

Origins and Early History (1958-1996)

The EuroLeague competition was first established in 1958 under the name FIBA European Champions Cup.

Answer: True

The competition originated in 1958 under the name FIBA European Champions Cup.

Related Concepts:

  • When was the EuroLeague first established, and what was its original name?: The competition was first organized by FIBA in 1958 under the name FIBA European Champions Cup. It was later renamed FIBA EuroLeague in 1996, but this is considered the same competition with a re-branding.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.
  • What is the EuroLeague and how is it generally regarded in European basketball?: The EuroLeague is a European men's professional basketball club competition. It is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.

The competition was known as the FIBA European League from 1996 to 2000.

Answer: False

From 1996 to 2000, the competition was known as the FIBA EuroLeague, not the FIBA European League.

Related Concepts:

  • What were the different names the competition used during the FIBA era (1958-2001)?: During the FIBA era, the competition was known as the FIBA European Champions Cup (1958-1991), FIBA European League (1991-1996), FIBA EuroLeague (1996-2000), and FIBA SuproLeague (2000-2001).
  • When was the EuroLeague first established, and what was its original name?: The competition was first organized by FIBA in 1958 under the name FIBA European Champions Cup. It was later renamed FIBA EuroLeague in 1996, but this is considered the same competition with a re-branding.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.

The Final Four format was used for the FIBA European Champions Cup from the 1987-88 season until the 1995-96 season.

Answer: True

The Final Four format was implemented from the 1987-88 season through the 1995-96 season, covering both the FIBA European Champions Cup and FIBA European League periods.

Related Concepts:

  • How did the competition format change between the 1987-88 and 1991-92 seasons?: From the 1987-88 to 1990-91 seasons, the FIBA European Champions Cup culminated in a Final Four format. This format continued for the FIBA European League from 1991-92 to 1995-96.
  • What was the format of the EuroLeague during the 2001-2016 period?: From the 2001-02 season to the 2015-16 season, the Euroleague operated under a tournament system that concluded with a Final Four.

Rigas ASK is recognized for winning the competition three consecutive times in the modern EuroLeague Final Four era.

Answer: False

Rigas ASK achieved three consecutive wins in the pre-modern EuroLeague Final Four era, not the modern era.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the significance of Rigas ASK team in EuroLeague history?: Rigas ASK is the only team to have won the competition three consecutive times in the pre-modern EuroLeague Final Four era, achieving this feat in the late 1950s and early 1960s.

What was the original name of the EuroLeague when it was first established in 1958?

Answer: FIBA European Champions Cup

The competition was first established in 1958 under the name FIBA European Champions Cup.

Related Concepts:

  • When was the EuroLeague first established, and what was its original name?: The competition was first organized by FIBA in 1958 under the name FIBA European Champions Cup. It was later renamed FIBA EuroLeague in 1996, but this is considered the same competition with a re-branding.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.
  • What is the EuroLeague and how is it generally regarded in European basketball?: The EuroLeague is a European men's professional basketball club competition. It is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.

Which name was used for the EuroLeague competition between 1991 and 1996?

Answer: FIBA European League

Between 1991 and 1996, the competition was known as the FIBA European League.

Related Concepts:

  • What were the different names the competition used during the FIBA era (1958-2001)?: During the FIBA era, the competition was known as the FIBA European Champions Cup (1958-1991), FIBA European League (1991-1996), FIBA EuroLeague (1996-2000), and FIBA SuproLeague (2000-2001).
  • When was the EuroLeague first established, and what was its original name?: The competition was first organized by FIBA in 1958 under the name FIBA European Champions Cup. It was later renamed FIBA EuroLeague in 1996, but this is considered the same competition with a re-branding.
  • What is the EuroLeague and how is it generally regarded in European basketball?: The EuroLeague is a European men's professional basketball club competition. It is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.

The EuroLeague utilized a Final Four format from the 1987-88 season until which season?

Answer: 1995-1996

The Final Four format was utilized from the 1987-88 season until the 1995-96 season.

Related Concepts:

  • How did the competition format change between the 1987-88 and 1991-92 seasons?: From the 1987-88 to 1990-91 seasons, the FIBA European Champions Cup culminated in a Final Four format. This format continued for the FIBA European League from 1991-92 to 1995-96.
  • What was the format of the EuroLeague during the 2001-2016 period?: From the 2001-02 season to the 2015-16 season, the Euroleague operated under a tournament system that concluded with a Final Four.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.

Organizational Dynamics and Competition Splits (1996-2001)

Euroleague Basketball has been the sole organizer of the EuroLeague competition since its inception in 1958.

Answer: False

The competition was initially organized by FIBA starting in 1958. Euroleague Basketball has been the sole organizer since the unification agreement in May 2001.

Related Concepts:

  • Who organizes the EuroLeague, and how has this changed over time?: The league was initially organized by FIBA starting in 1958. Subsequently, ULEB took over organization in 2000, and since then, Euroleague Basketball has been the sole organizer.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.
  • When was the EuroLeague first established, and what was its original name?: The competition was first organized by FIBA in 1958 under the name FIBA European Champions Cup. It was later renamed FIBA EuroLeague in 1996, but this is considered the same competition with a re-branding.

During the 2000-2001 season, there was only one major European professional club basketball competition.

Answer: False

In the 2000-2001 season, there were two major European professional club basketball competitions: the FIBA SuproLeague and the Euroleague organized by Euroleague Basketball, due to an organizational split.

Related Concepts:

  • What significant event occurred in the 2000-2001 season regarding European club basketball competitions?: In the 2000-2001 season, there were two major European professional club basketball competitions: the FIBA SuproLeague (a rebranding of the FIBA EuroLeague) and the Euroleague, organized by Euroleague Basketball. This split occurred due to disagreements between FIBA and top European clubs.
  • How was the organizational split between FIBA and Euroleague Basketball resolved?: In May 2001, both organizations agreed to unify the competition under Euroleague Basketball's umbrella. FIBA retained control over national team competitions, while Euroleague Basketball took charge of professional club competitions.
  • Who organizes the EuroLeague, and how has this changed over time?: The league was initially organized by FIBA starting in 1958. Subsequently, ULEB took over organization in 2000, and since then, Euroleague Basketball has been the sole organizer.

The organizational split between FIBA and Euroleague Basketball was resolved in May 2001, with Euroleague Basketball taking charge of national team competitions.

Answer: False

The split was resolved in May 2001 with the unification under Euroleague Basketball, while FIBA retained control over national team competitions.

Related Concepts:

  • How was the organizational split between FIBA and Euroleague Basketball resolved?: In May 2001, both organizations agreed to unify the competition under Euroleague Basketball's umbrella. FIBA retained control over national team competitions, while Euroleague Basketball took charge of professional club competitions.
  • What significant event occurred in the 2000-2001 season regarding European club basketball competitions?: In the 2000-2001 season, there were two major European professional club basketball competitions: the FIBA SuproLeague (a rebranding of the FIBA EuroLeague) and the Euroleague, organized by Euroleague Basketball. This split occurred due to disagreements between FIBA and top European clubs.
  • Who organizes the EuroLeague, and how has this changed over time?: The league was initially organized by FIBA starting in 1958. Subsequently, ULEB took over organization in 2000, and since then, Euroleague Basketball has been the sole organizer.

A conflict arose between EuroLeague and FIBA in 2015 primarily concerning scheduling disagreements for national team games.

Answer: True

In 2015, a conflict emerged between EuroLeague and FIBA, largely due to the scheduling of national team windows conflicting with the EuroLeague's league format.

Related Concepts:

  • What controversy arose between EuroLeague and FIBA starting in 2015?: A conflict emerged between EuroLeague and FIBA due to the implementation of national team windows coinciding with the EuroLeague's new league format. FIBA criticized EuroLeague for creating a 'closed league' and disregarding meritocracy.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.
  • What is the current format of the EuroLeague, and how many teams participate?: Since the 2016-17 season, the EuroLeague operates under a league format. It currently consists of 20 teams, with 16 holding long-term licenses or wild cards, making it a semi-closed league. Teams play a double round-robin regular season, followed by playoffs and a Final Four.

Who is the current sole organizer of the EuroLeague competition?

Answer: Euroleague Basketball

Euroleague Basketball has been the sole organizer of the competition since the unification agreement in May 2001.

Related Concepts:

  • Who organizes the EuroLeague, and how has this changed over time?: The league was initially organized by FIBA starting in 1958. Subsequently, ULEB took over organization in 2000, and since then, Euroleague Basketball has been the sole organizer.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.
  • When was the EuroLeague first established, and what was its original name?: The competition was first organized by FIBA in 1958 under the name FIBA European Champions Cup. It was later renamed FIBA EuroLeague in 1996, but this is considered the same competition with a re-branding.

What caused the split in European club basketball competitions during the 2000-2001 season?

Answer: Disagreements between FIBA and top European clubs.

The split in European club basketball competitions during the 2000-2001 season was caused by disagreements between FIBA and top European clubs.

Related Concepts:

  • What significant event occurred in the 2000-2001 season regarding European club basketball competitions?: In the 2000-2001 season, there were two major European professional club basketball competitions: the FIBA SuproLeague (a rebranding of the FIBA EuroLeague) and the Euroleague, organized by Euroleague Basketball. This split occurred due to disagreements between FIBA and top European clubs.
  • How was the organizational split between FIBA and Euroleague Basketball resolved?: In May 2001, both organizations agreed to unify the competition under Euroleague Basketball's umbrella. FIBA retained control over national team competitions, while Euroleague Basketball took charge of professional club competitions.

How was the organizational split between FIBA and Euroleague Basketball resolved?

Answer: An agreement was reached in May 2001 to unify the competition under Euroleague Basketball, with FIBA retaining national team control.

The conflict was resolved in May 2001 through an agreement to unify the competition under Euroleague Basketball, while FIBA maintained control over national team competitions.

Related Concepts:

  • How was the organizational split between FIBA and Euroleague Basketball resolved?: In May 2001, both organizations agreed to unify the competition under Euroleague Basketball's umbrella. FIBA retained control over national team competitions, while Euroleague Basketball took charge of professional club competitions.
  • What controversy arose between EuroLeague and FIBA starting in 2015?: A conflict emerged between EuroLeague and FIBA due to the implementation of national team windows coinciding with the EuroLeague's new league format. FIBA criticized EuroLeague for creating a 'closed league' and disregarding meritocracy.

FIBA's criticism of the EuroLeague starting in 2015 mainly focused on:

Answer: The scheduling of national team windows conflicting with the league format.

FIBA's primary criticism of the EuroLeague starting in 2015 concerned the scheduling of national team windows, which conflicted with the league's format and was seen as disregarding meritocracy.

Related Concepts:

  • What controversy arose between EuroLeague and FIBA starting in 2015?: A conflict emerged between EuroLeague and FIBA due to the implementation of national team windows coinciding with the EuroLeague's new league format. FIBA criticized EuroLeague for creating a 'closed league' and disregarding meritocracy.

Modern EuroLeague Structure and Operations (2001-Present)

The EuroLeague is universally recognized as the premier professional basketball league in Europe.

Answer: True

The EuroLeague is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's professional basketball league in Europe.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the EuroLeague and how is it generally regarded in European basketball?: The EuroLeague is a European men's professional basketball club competition. It is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.
  • What is the EuroLeague's relationship with the NBA?: The EuroLeague is considered the second-highest basketball league globally, only behind the NBA, based on attendance figures. There have also been games played between EuroLeague teams and NBA teams.
  • What was the average attendance for EuroLeague matches in the 2023-2024 season?: In the 2023-2024 season, the EuroLeague had an average attendance of 10,383 for league matches, making it the fifth-highest of any professional indoor sports league globally and second only to the NBA in basketball.

Since the 2016-17 season, the EuroLeague has continued to operate under a tournament system culminating in a Final Four.

Answer: False

The EuroLeague transitioned to a league format starting with the 2016-17 season, moving away from the previous tournament system.

Related Concepts:

  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.
  • What is the current format of the EuroLeague, and how many teams participate?: Since the 2016-17 season, the EuroLeague operates under a league format. It currently consists of 20 teams, with 16 holding long-term licenses or wild cards, making it a semi-closed league. Teams play a double round-robin regular season, followed by playoffs and a Final Four.
  • What was the format of the EuroLeague during the 2001-2016 period?: From the 2001-02 season to the 2015-16 season, the Euroleague operated under a tournament system that concluded with a Final Four.

The current EuroLeague system involves 20 participating teams, with participation determined by a combination of long-term licenses, wild cards, and performance in domestic leagues.

Answer: True

The EuroLeague currently comprises 20 teams, with participation secured through long-term licenses, wild cards, and performance in domestic leagues, reflecting a semi-closed structure.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the current format of the EuroLeague, and how many teams participate?: Since the 2016-17 season, the EuroLeague operates under a league format. It currently consists of 20 teams, with 16 holding long-term licenses or wild cards, making it a semi-closed league. Teams play a double round-robin regular season, followed by playoffs and a Final Four.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.
  • What is the highest average attendance for a EuroLeague season since the 16-team format was established in 2016?: The highest average attendance in the 2016-17 season was 11,633, with Žalgiris Kaunas having the highest team average at 13,560.

The EuroLeague transitioned to its current league format following a 10-year deal with IMG signed in November 2015.

Answer: True

A joint venture with IMG, including a 10-year deal signed in November 2015, facilitated the EuroLeague's transition to its current league format starting in the 2016-17 season.

Related Concepts:

  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.
  • What is the current format of the EuroLeague, and how many teams participate?: Since the 2016-17 season, the EuroLeague operates under a league format. It currently consists of 20 teams, with 16 holding long-term licenses or wild cards, making it a semi-closed league. Teams play a double round-robin regular season, followed by playoffs and a Final Four.
  • What was the financial value of the 10-year joint venture between Euroleague Basketball and IMG?: The joint venture agreed upon in November 2015 was valued at €630 million guaranteed over 10 years, with projected revenues reaching €900 million.

The EuroLeague officially became a closed league in the 2019-20 season, eliminating direct access through domestic league performance.

Answer: True

In July 2019, the EuroLeague announced that from the 2019-20 season onwards, direct qualification through domestic leagues would be eliminated, effectively making it a closed league.

Related Concepts:

  • When did the EuroLeague officially become a closed league, and what does this mean?: In July 2019, EuroLeague announced that from the 2019-20 season onwards, there would be no direct access through domestic leagues, effectively making it a closed league. This means participation is guaranteed for licensed clubs for a set period, rather than solely based on winning domestic championships.
  • What is the current format of the EuroLeague, and how many teams participate?: Since the 2016-17 season, the EuroLeague operates under a league format. It currently consists of 20 teams, with 16 holding long-term licenses or wild cards, making it a semi-closed league. Teams play a double round-robin regular season, followed by playoffs and a Final Four.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.

From the 2001-02 season to the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague concluded with a single championship game.

Answer: False

During the period from the 2001-02 season to the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague concluded with a Final Four tournament.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the format of the EuroLeague during the 2001-2016 period?: From the 2001-02 season to the 2015-16 season, the Euroleague operated under a tournament system that concluded with a Final Four.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.
  • What is the current format of the EuroLeague, and how many teams participate?: Since the 2016-17 season, the EuroLeague operates under a league format. It currently consists of 20 teams, with 16 holding long-term licenses or wild cards, making it a semi-closed league. Teams play a double round-robin regular season, followed by playoffs and a Final Four.

Each team plays 34 games in the EuroLeague regular season under the current league format.

Answer: True

Under the current league format, each participating team plays 34 games during the regular season.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the current format of the EuroLeague, and how many teams participate?: Since the 2016-17 season, the EuroLeague operates under a league format. It currently consists of 20 teams, with 16 holding long-term licenses or wild cards, making it a semi-closed league. Teams play a double round-robin regular season, followed by playoffs and a Final Four.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.
  • How many games does each team play in a standard EuroLeague season under the current league format?: Under the current league format, each team plays 34 games in the regular season. Including potential playoff games and the Final Four, a team could play a maximum of 41 games per season.

The highest average attendance for a EuroLeague season since the 16-team format began in 2016 was 11,633.

Answer: True

The highest average attendance recorded in a EuroLeague season since the introduction of the 16-team format in 2016 was 11,633.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the highest average attendance for a EuroLeague season since the 16-team format was established in 2016?: The highest average attendance in the 2016-17 season was 11,633, with Žalgiris Kaunas having the highest team average at 13,560.
  • What was the average attendance for EuroLeague matches in the 2023-2024 season?: In the 2023-2024 season, the EuroLeague had an average attendance of 10,383 for league matches, making it the fifth-highest of any professional indoor sports league globally and second only to the NBA in basketball.
  • What is the highest attendance recorded for a single EuroLeague game?: The highest official attendance for a single EuroLeague game is 22,677, recorded on March 5, 2009, for a game between Partizan and Panathinaikos at the Belgrade Arena.

What is the general perception of the EuroLeague within European basketball?

Answer: It is widely regarded as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.

The EuroLeague is widely recognized as the premier professional basketball league in Europe.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the EuroLeague and how is it generally regarded in European basketball?: The EuroLeague is a European men's professional basketball club competition. It is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.
  • What is the EuroLeague's relationship with the NBA?: The EuroLeague is considered the second-highest basketball league globally, only behind the NBA, based on attendance figures. There have also been games played between EuroLeague teams and NBA teams.

Which season marked the transition of the EuroLeague to its current league format?

Answer: 2016-2017

The EuroLeague transitioned to its current league format starting with the 2016-17 season.

Related Concepts:

  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.
  • What is the current format of the EuroLeague, and how many teams participate?: Since the 2016-17 season, the EuroLeague operates under a league format. It currently consists of 20 teams, with 16 holding long-term licenses or wild cards, making it a semi-closed league. Teams play a double round-robin regular season, followed by playoffs and a Final Four.
  • When was the EuroLeague first established, and what was its original name?: The competition was first organized by FIBA in 1958 under the name FIBA European Champions Cup. It was later renamed FIBA EuroLeague in 1996, but this is considered the same competition with a re-branding.

How many teams currently participate in the EuroLeague under its league format?

Answer: 20

The EuroLeague currently consists of 20 participating teams.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the current format of the EuroLeague, and how many teams participate?: Since the 2016-17 season, the EuroLeague operates under a league format. It currently consists of 20 teams, with 16 holding long-term licenses or wild cards, making it a semi-closed league. Teams play a double round-robin regular season, followed by playoffs and a Final Four.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.
  • What is the EuroLeague and how is it generally regarded in European basketball?: The EuroLeague is a European men's professional basketball club competition. It is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.

The EuroLeague's transition to a league format was facilitated by a partnership with which company?

Answer: IMG

The transition to the current league format was facilitated by a partnership and 10-year deal with IMG, signed in November 2015.

Related Concepts:

  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.
  • Which airline has been the title sponsor of the EuroLeague since July 2010?: Turkish Airlines has been the title sponsor of the EuroLeague since July 2010, initially signing a five-year deal that was later extended.
  • What was the financial value of the 10-year joint venture between Euroleague Basketball and IMG?: The joint venture agreed upon in November 2015 was valued at €630 million guaranteed over 10 years, with projected revenues reaching €900 million.

What change occurred in the 2019-20 season regarding EuroLeague participation?

Answer: The league officially became a closed league, guaranteeing spots for licensed clubs.

In the 2019-20 season, the EuroLeague officially became a closed league, ensuring participation for licensed clubs and eliminating direct access based solely on domestic league performance.

Related Concepts:

  • When did the EuroLeague officially become a closed league, and what does this mean?: In July 2019, EuroLeague announced that from the 2019-20 season onwards, there would be no direct access through domestic leagues, effectively making it a closed league. This means participation is guaranteed for licensed clubs for a set period, rather than solely based on winning domestic championships.
  • What is the current format of the EuroLeague, and how many teams participate?: Since the 2016-17 season, the EuroLeague operates under a league format. It currently consists of 20 teams, with 16 holding long-term licenses or wild cards, making it a semi-closed league. Teams play a double round-robin regular season, followed by playoffs and a Final Four.
  • What significant geographical expansion did the EuroLeague undergo in the 2025-2026 season?: The EuroLeague expanded to 20 teams for the 2025-26 season, notably granting a 5-year license to Dubai Basketball, making it the first team from outside Europe (excluding Israeli teams) to participate.

How many games does each team play in the regular season under the current EuroLeague league format?

Answer: 34

Under the current league format, each team plays 34 games in the regular season.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the current format of the EuroLeague, and how many teams participate?: Since the 2016-17 season, the EuroLeague operates under a league format. It currently consists of 20 teams, with 16 holding long-term licenses or wild cards, making it a semi-closed league. Teams play a double round-robin regular season, followed by playoffs and a Final Four.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.
  • What was the average attendance for EuroLeague matches in the 2023-2024 season?: In the 2023-2024 season, the EuroLeague had an average attendance of 10,383 for league matches, making it the fifth-highest of any professional indoor sports league globally and second only to the NBA in basketball.

Club and National Records

Real Madrid holds the record for the most EuroLeague titles, with 10 championships.

Answer: False

Real Madrid holds the record for the most EuroLeague titles, having won the competition 11 times.

Related Concepts:

  • Which club has won the most EuroLeague titles, and how many have they won?: Real Madrid is the most successful club in the EuroLeague's history, having won the competition a record 11 times.
  • Which clubs are second and third in terms of EuroLeague titles won?: CSKA Moscow follows Real Madrid with 8 titles, and Panathinaikos has won the competition 7 times.
  • What is the current format of the EuroLeague, and how many teams participate?: Since the 2016-17 season, the EuroLeague operates under a league format. It currently consists of 20 teams, with 16 holding long-term licenses or wild cards, making it a semi-closed league. Teams play a double round-robin regular season, followed by playoffs and a Final Four.

CSKA Moscow has won the second-highest number of EuroLeague titles.

Answer: True

CSKA Moscow follows Real Madrid with 8 titles, placing it second in the all-time standings.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the highest number of titles won by a club from Russia?: CSKA Moscow has won the most titles for a Russian club, with 8 championships.
  • Which clubs are second and third in terms of EuroLeague titles won?: CSKA Moscow follows Real Madrid with 8 titles, and Panathinaikos has won the competition 7 times.

Maccabi Tel Aviv, Olympiacos, and Anadolu Efes are the only teams to win consecutive EuroLeague titles in the modern era (since 2000-01).

Answer: True

Maccabi Tel Aviv, Olympiacos, and Anadolu Efes are indeed the only teams to have achieved back-to-back EuroLeague championships in the modern era (since the 2000-01 season).

Related Concepts:

  • Which teams have won the EuroLeague twice in a row in the modern Euroleague Basketball era?: Maccabi Tel Aviv (2003-04, 2004-05), Olympiacos (2011-12, 2012-13), and Anadolu Efes (2020-21, 2021-22) are the only teams to have achieved back-to-back EuroLeague championships in the Euroleague Basketball era (since 2000-01).

Panathinaikos holds the record for the most runner-up finishes in the EuroLeague.

Answer: False

Maccabi Tel Aviv holds the record for the most runner-up finishes in the EuroLeague, with 9 instances.

Related Concepts:

  • Which club holds the record for the most runner-up finishes in the EuroLeague?: Maccabi Tel Aviv holds the record for the most runner-up finishes, having been the runner-up 9 times.
  • Which nation's clubs have the most combined EuroLeague titles and runner-up finishes?: Spain leads with 14 titles and 19 runner-up finishes across its clubs, followed by Italy with 13 titles and 13 runner-up finishes.

Spain has the highest number of combined EuroLeague titles and runner-up finishes among European nations.

Answer: True

Spain leads in combined EuroLeague titles and runner-up finishes, with 14 titles and 19 runner-up positions across its clubs.

Related Concepts:

  • Which nation's clubs have the most combined EuroLeague titles and runner-up finishes?: Spain leads with 14 titles and 19 runner-up finishes across its clubs, followed by Italy with 13 titles and 13 runner-up finishes.
  • Which club has won the most EuroLeague titles, and how many have they won?: Real Madrid is the most successful club in the EuroLeague's history, having won the competition a record 11 times.

Istanbul is the city whose clubs have participated most frequently in the EuroLeague.

Answer: True

Istanbul leads all cities in terms of the number of different clubs that have participated in the EuroLeague, with nine distinct teams.

Related Concepts:

  • Which city has had the most clubs participate in the EuroLeague?: Istanbul is the city with the most clubs having played in the EuroLeague, with nine different teams participating.
  • Which airline has been the title sponsor of the EuroLeague since July 2010?: Turkish Airlines has been the title sponsor of the EuroLeague since July 2010, initially signing a five-year deal that was later extended.

Real Madrid and Varese are the only teams to have won the European Championship twice in a row on two separate occasions.

Answer: True

In the pre-modern EuroLeague Final Four era, Real Madrid and Varese were the sole teams to achieve consecutive championships on two distinct occasions.

Related Concepts:

  • Which teams have won the EuroLeague twice in a row on two separate occasions in the pre-modern era?: Real Madrid and Varese are the only teams to have won the European Championship twice in a row on two separate occasions in the pre-modern EuroLeague Final Four era.

Fenerbahçe is noted for remaining undefeated at home throughout a 30-game regular season in the modern EuroLeague era.

Answer: True

Fenerbahçe is recognized as the only team to achieve an undefeated home record across a 30-game regular season in the modern EuroLeague era.

Related Concepts:

  • Which team holds the record for the most consecutive home wins in the modern EuroLeague era?: Fenerbahçe is noted as the only team to remain undefeated at home throughout a 30-game regular season and secure the best regular season record (25-5) in the modern EuroLeague era (since 2016-17).

Real Madrid holds the record for the most runner-up finishes during the FIBA European Champions Cup era (1958-2000).

Answer: True

Real Madrid holds the record for the most runner-up finishes in the FIBA European Champions Cup era, with 10 instances.

Related Concepts:

  • Which club has the most runner-up finishes during the FIBA European Champions Cup era (1958-2000)?: Real Madrid holds the record for the most runner-up finishes with 10 during the FIBA European Champions Cup era.
  • Which club holds the record for the most runner-up finishes in the EuroLeague?: Maccabi Tel Aviv holds the record for the most runner-up finishes, having been the runner-up 9 times.

The area north of Milan, Italy, is noted for its high concentration of successful basketball clubs winning European titles.

Answer: True

The area north of Milan, Italy, is recognized for its three clubs that have collectively won 10 FIBA European Champions' Cups and reached 16 finals.

Related Concepts:

  • Which city is noted for having a high concentration of successful basketball clubs in terms of European titles?: The area north of Milan, Italy, is noted for having three clubs (Pallacanestro Varese, Olimpia Milano, and Pallacanestro Cantù) that have won a combined 10 FIBA European Champions' Cups and appeared in 16 finals.

Panathinaikos has won the most EuroLeague titles among clubs from Greece.

Answer: True

Panathinaikos has secured the most EuroLeague titles for a Greek club, with 7 championships.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the highest number of titles won by a club from Greece?: Panathinaikos has won the most titles for a Greek club, with 7 championships.
  • Which teams have won the EuroLeague twice in a row in the modern Euroleague Basketball era?: Maccabi Tel Aviv (2003-04, 2004-05), Olympiacos (2011-12, 2012-13), and Anadolu Efes (2020-21, 2021-22) are the only teams to have achieved back-to-back EuroLeague championships in the Euroleague Basketball era (since 2000-01).

Fenerbahçe and Anadolu Efes share the record for the most runner-up finishes among Turkish clubs.

Answer: True

Fenerbahçe and Anadolu Efes each hold the record for the most runner-up finishes among Turkish clubs, with two instances each.

Related Concepts:

  • Which team has the highest number of runner-up finishes among clubs from Turkey?: Fenerbahçe and Anadolu Efes have both been runners-up twice, which is the highest number for Turkish clubs mentioned in the text.
  • What is the highest number of titles won by a club from Turkey?: Both Fenerbahçe and Anadolu Efes have won 2 titles each, which is the highest number for Turkish clubs mentioned in the text.

BC Žalgiris is the only Lithuanian club mentioned as having won the EuroLeague.

Answer: True

BC Žalgiris is identified as the sole Lithuanian club to have won the EuroLeague, achieving this in the 1998-99 season.

Related Concepts:

  • Which team has the most titles won by a club from Lithuania?: BC Žalgiris is the only Lithuanian club mentioned as having won the EuroLeague, with one title in the 1998-99 season.

Both Fenerbahçe and Anadolu Efes have won 2 EuroLeague titles each, representing the highest tally for Turkish clubs.

Answer: True

Fenerbahçe and Anadolu Efes have each secured 2 EuroLeague titles, which is the highest number of championships won by any Turkish club.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the highest number of titles won by a club from Turkey?: Both Fenerbahçe and Anadolu Efes have won 2 titles each, which is the highest number for Turkish clubs mentioned in the text.
  • Which team holds the record for the most consecutive home wins in the modern EuroLeague era?: Fenerbahçe is noted as the only team to remain undefeated at home throughout a 30-game regular season and secure the best regular season record (25-5) in the modern EuroLeague era (since 2016-17).
  • Which team has the highest number of runner-up finishes among clubs from Turkey?: Fenerbahçe and Anadolu Efes have both been runners-up twice, which is the highest number for Turkish clubs mentioned in the text.

Which club has achieved the most EuroLeague titles in the history of the competition?

Answer: Real Madrid

Real Madrid is the most successful club in the EuroLeague's history, having won the competition a record 11 times.

Related Concepts:

  • Which club has won the most EuroLeague titles, and how many have they won?: Real Madrid is the most successful club in the EuroLeague's history, having won the competition a record 11 times.
  • What is the EuroLeague and how is it generally regarded in European basketball?: The EuroLeague is a European men's professional basketball club competition. It is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.
  • What is the current format of the EuroLeague, and how many teams participate?: Since the 2016-17 season, the EuroLeague operates under a league format. It currently consists of 20 teams, with 16 holding long-term licenses or wild cards, making it a semi-closed league. Teams play a double round-robin regular season, followed by playoffs and a Final Four.

Which of the following clubs is NOT among the top three in terms of EuroLeague titles won?

Answer: Olympiacos

The top three clubs in terms of EuroLeague titles are Real Madrid (11), CSKA Moscow (8), and Panathinaikos (7). Olympiacos has won 3 titles.

Related Concepts:

  • Which team has the most titles won by a club from Lithuania?: BC Žalgiris is the only Lithuanian club mentioned as having won the EuroLeague, with one title in the 1998-99 season.
  • What is the EuroLeague and how is it generally regarded in European basketball?: The EuroLeague is a European men's professional basketball club competition. It is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.
  • Which city has had the most clubs participate in the EuroLeague?: Istanbul is the city with the most clubs having played in the EuroLeague, with nine different teams participating.
  • Which club has won the most EuroLeague titles, and how many have they won?: Real Madrid is the most successful club in the EuroLeague's history, having won the competition a record 11 times.
  • Which clubs are second and third in terms of EuroLeague titles won?: CSKA Moscow follows Real Madrid with 8 titles, and Panathinaikos has won the competition 7 times.

Which club holds the record for the most runner-up finishes in the overall history of the EuroLeague?

Answer: Maccabi Tel Aviv

Maccabi Tel Aviv holds the record for the most runner-up finishes in the EuroLeague, with 9 instances.

Related Concepts:

  • Which club has the most runner-up finishes during the FIBA European Champions Cup era (1958-2000)?: Real Madrid holds the record for the most runner-up finishes with 10 during the FIBA European Champions Cup era.
  • What is the current format of the EuroLeague, and how many teams participate?: Since the 2016-17 season, the EuroLeague operates under a league format. It currently consists of 20 teams, with 16 holding long-term licenses or wild cards, making it a semi-closed league. Teams play a double round-robin regular season, followed by playoffs and a Final Four.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.
  • Which club holds the record for the most runner-up finishes in the EuroLeague?: Maccabi Tel Aviv holds the record for the most runner-up finishes, having been the runner-up 9 times.

Which nation's clubs have accumulated the most EuroLeague titles?

Answer: Spain

Spain's clubs have accumulated the most EuroLeague titles, with 14 championships.

Related Concepts:

  • Which club has won the most EuroLeague titles, and how many have they won?: Real Madrid is the most successful club in the EuroLeague's history, having won the competition a record 11 times.
  • What is the EuroLeague and how is it generally regarded in European basketball?: The EuroLeague is a European men's professional basketball club competition. It is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.
  • Which city has had the most clubs participate in the EuroLeague?: Istanbul is the city with the most clubs having played in the EuroLeague, with nine different teams participating.
  • Which nation's clubs have the most combined EuroLeague titles and runner-up finishes?: Spain leads with 14 titles and 19 runner-up finishes across its clubs, followed by Italy with 13 titles and 13 runner-up finishes.

Which city has had the highest number of different clubs participate in the EuroLeague?

Answer: Istanbul

Istanbul is the city with the highest number of different clubs participating in the EuroLeague, with nine teams.

Related Concepts:

  • Which city has had the most clubs participate in the EuroLeague?: Istanbul is the city with the most clubs having played in the EuroLeague, with nine different teams participating.
  • What is the current format of the EuroLeague, and how many teams participate?: Since the 2016-17 season, the EuroLeague operates under a league format. It currently consists of 20 teams, with 16 holding long-term licenses or wild cards, making it a semi-closed league. Teams play a double round-robin regular season, followed by playoffs and a Final Four.
  • What is the EuroLeague and how is it generally regarded in European basketball?: The EuroLeague is a European men's professional basketball club competition. It is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.

Which Italian region is noted for having three clubs that have won a combined total of 10 FIBA European Champions' Cups?

Answer: The area north of Milan

The area north of Milan, Italy, is noted for its three clubs that have collectively won 10 FIBA European Champions' Cups.

Related Concepts:

  • Which city is noted for having a high concentration of successful basketball clubs in terms of European titles?: The area north of Milan, Italy, is noted for having three clubs (Pallacanestro Varese, Olimpia Milano, and Pallacanestro Cantù) that have won a combined 10 FIBA European Champions' Cups and appeared in 16 finals.

Which club has the most runner-up finishes during the FIBA European Champions Cup era (1958-2000)?

Answer: Real Madrid

Real Madrid holds the record for the most runner-up finishes in the FIBA European Champions Cup era, with 10 instances.

Related Concepts:

  • Which club has the most runner-up finishes during the FIBA European Champions Cup era (1958-2000)?: Real Madrid holds the record for the most runner-up finishes with 10 during the FIBA European Champions Cup era.

Which club has won the most EuroLeague titles representing Greece?

Answer: Panathinaikos

Panathinaikos has secured the most EuroLeague titles for a Greek club, with 7 championships.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the highest number of titles won by a club from Greece?: Panathinaikos has won the most titles for a Greek club, with 7 championships.
  • Which teams have won the EuroLeague twice in a row in the modern Euroleague Basketball era?: Maccabi Tel Aviv (2003-04, 2004-05), Olympiacos (2011-12, 2012-13), and Anadolu Efes (2020-21, 2021-22) are the only teams to have achieved back-to-back EuroLeague championships in the Euroleague Basketball era (since 2000-01).

Individual Player Statistics and Game Milestones

The highest individual scoring performance in the EuroLeague's overall history (since 1958) was 50 points.

Answer: False

The highest individual scoring performance in the EuroLeague's overall history is 99 points, achieved by Radivoj Korać.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the highest individual scoring performance in the EuroLeague's overall history (since 1958)?: The highest individual scoring performance in the league's overall history is 99 points, scored by Radivoj Korać of OKK Beograd on January 14, 1965.
  • What is the highest individual scoring performance in the EuroLeague Basketball era (since 2000)?: Since the Euroleague Basketball era began in 2000, the highest individual scoring performance is 50 points, achieved by Kendrick Nunn of Panathinaikos Athens on March 29, 2024.

Kendrick Nunn set the record for the highest individual scoring performance in the EuroLeague Basketball era (since 2000) with 50 points.

Answer: True

Kendrick Nunn holds the record for the highest individual scoring performance in the Euroleague Basketball era, with 50 points.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the highest individual scoring performance in the EuroLeague Basketball era (since 2000)?: Since the Euroleague Basketball era began in 2000, the highest individual scoring performance is 50 points, achieved by Kendrick Nunn of Panathinaikos Athens on March 29, 2024.
  • What is the highest individual scoring performance in the EuroLeague's overall history (since 1958)?: The highest individual scoring performance in the league's overall history is 99 points, scored by Radivoj Korać of OKK Beograd on January 14, 1965.

The highest official attendance for a single EuroLeague game was recorded in the Belgrade Arena.

Answer: True

The highest official attendance for a single EuroLeague game is 22,677, recorded at the Belgrade Arena.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the highest attendance recorded for a single EuroLeague game?: The highest official attendance for a single EuroLeague game is 22,677, recorded on March 5, 2009, for a game between Partizan and Panathinaikos at the Belgrade Arena.
  • What was the average attendance for EuroLeague matches in the 2023-2024 season?: In the 2023-2024 season, the EuroLeague had an average attendance of 10,383 for league matches, making it the fifth-highest of any professional indoor sports league globally and second only to the NBA in basketball.
  • What is the EuroLeague's relationship with the NBA?: The EuroLeague is considered the second-highest basketball league globally, only behind the NBA, based on attendance figures. There have also been games played between EuroLeague teams and NBA teams.

Kendrick Nunn holds the record for the highest free throw percentage in the Euroleague Basketball era.

Answer: True

Kendrick Nunn holds the record for the highest free throw percentage in the Euroleague Basketball era, achieving 95.9%.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the highest free throw percentage recorded by an individual player in EuroLeague history since the 2000-01 season?: Kendrick Nunn holds the record for the highest free throw percentage in the Euroleague Basketball era, with 95.9%.

Edy Tavares has the highest field goal percentage in EuroLeague history since the 2000-01 season.

Answer: True

Edy Tavares holds the record for the highest field goal percentage in the Euroleague Basketball era, with 72.98%.

Related Concepts:

  • Which team has the highest field goal percentage in EuroLeague history since the 2000-01 season?: Edy Tavares holds the record for the highest field goal percentage in the Euroleague Basketball era, with 72.98%.

Nikola Vučić has recorded the most triple-doubles in EuroLeague history since the 2000-01 season.

Answer: True

Nikola Vučić has recorded 2 triple-doubles, which is the highest number mentioned for the Euroleague Basketball era.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the highest number of triple-doubles recorded by an individual player in EuroLeague history since the 2000-01 season?: Nikola Vučić has recorded 2 triple-doubles, which is the highest number mentioned for the Euroleague Basketball era.

The record score differential in a EuroLeague Finals game was 44 points, achieved by Maccabi Tel Aviv against Skipper Bologna.

Answer: True

The record score differential in a EuroLeague Finals game stands at 44 points, established when Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Skipper Bologna 118-74 in the 2004 Finals.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the record score differential in a EuroLeague Finals game?: The record score differential in a EuroLeague Finals game was 44 points, with Maccabi Tel Aviv defeating Skipper Bologna 118-74 in the 2004 Finals.

What is the highest individual scoring performance recorded in the EuroLeague's overall history (since 1958)?

Answer: 99 points by Radivoj Korać

The highest individual scoring performance in the EuroLeague's overall history is 99 points, achieved by Radivoj Korać.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the highest individual scoring performance in the EuroLeague Basketball era (since 2000)?: Since the Euroleague Basketball era began in 2000, the highest individual scoring performance is 50 points, achieved by Kendrick Nunn of Panathinaikos Athens on March 29, 2024.
  • What is the highest individual scoring performance in the EuroLeague's overall history (since 1958)?: The highest individual scoring performance in the league's overall history is 99 points, scored by Radivoj Korać of OKK Beograd on January 14, 1965.
  • What is the record score differential in a EuroLeague Finals game?: The record score differential in a EuroLeague Finals game was 44 points, with Maccabi Tel Aviv defeating Skipper Bologna 118-74 in the 2004 Finals.

What was the record score differential in a EuroLeague Finals game, achieved in 2004?

Answer: 44 points

The record score differential in a EuroLeague Finals game is 44 points, set in the 2004 Finals.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the record score differential in a EuroLeague Finals game?: The record score differential in a EuroLeague Finals game was 44 points, with Maccabi Tel Aviv defeating Skipper Bologna 118-74 in the 2004 Finals.

What is the highest field goal percentage recorded by an individual player in the EuroLeague Basketball era (since 2000)?

Answer: 72.98%

Edy Tavares holds the record for the highest field goal percentage in the Euroleague Basketball era, with 72.98%.

Related Concepts:

  • Which team has the highest field goal percentage in EuroLeague history since the 2000-01 season?: Edy Tavares holds the record for the highest field goal percentage in the Euroleague Basketball era, with 72.98%.
  • What is the highest free throw percentage recorded by an individual player in EuroLeague history since the 2000-01 season?: Kendrick Nunn holds the record for the highest free throw percentage in the Euroleague Basketball era, with 95.9%.

Sponsorship, Broadcasting, and Global Presence

The EuroLeague's average attendance in the 2023-2024 season was lower than the NBA's average basketball attendance.

Answer: True

The EuroLeague's average attendance of 10,383 in 2023-2024 is lower than the NBA's average attendance, though it ranks as the second-highest in basketball globally.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the average attendance for EuroLeague matches in the 2023-2024 season?: In the 2023-2024 season, the EuroLeague had an average attendance of 10,383 for league matches, making it the fifth-highest of any professional indoor sports league globally and second only to the NBA in basketball.
  • What is the EuroLeague's relationship with the NBA?: The EuroLeague is considered the second-highest basketball league globally, only behind the NBA, based on attendance figures. There have also been games played between EuroLeague teams and NBA teams.
  • What is the EuroLeague and how is it generally regarded in European basketball?: The EuroLeague is a European men's professional basketball club competition. It is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.

The joint venture between Euroleague Basketball and IMG was valued at approximately €900 million guaranteed over 10 years.

Answer: False

The joint venture was valued at €630 million guaranteed over 10 years, with projected revenues reaching €900 million.

Related Concepts:

  • What was the financial value of the 10-year joint venture between Euroleague Basketball and IMG?: The joint venture agreed upon in November 2015 was valued at €630 million guaranteed over 10 years, with projected revenues reaching €900 million.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.

Dubai Basketball was granted a 5-year license for the 2025-26 season, marking its participation as the first team from outside Europe (excluding Israeli teams) in the EuroLeague.

Answer: True

The source indicates that Dubai Basketball received a 5-year license for the 2025-26 season, signifying its role as the first team from outside Europe (excluding Israeli teams) to participate in the EuroLeague.

Related Concepts:

  • What significant geographical expansion did the EuroLeague undergo in the 2025-2026 season?: The EuroLeague expanded to 20 teams for the 2025-26 season, notably granting a 5-year license to Dubai Basketball, making it the first team from outside Europe (excluding Israeli teams) to participate.

Turkish Airlines has served as the title sponsor for the EuroLeague since July 2010.

Answer: True

Turkish Airlines has been the title sponsor of the EuroLeague since July 2010, initially signing a five-year agreement that has since been extended.

Related Concepts:

  • Which airline has been the title sponsor of the EuroLeague since July 2010?: Turkish Airlines has been the title sponsor of the EuroLeague since July 2010, initially signing a five-year deal that was later extended.
  • What is the EuroLeague and how is it generally regarded in European basketball?: The EuroLeague is a European men's professional basketball club competition. It is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.

The EuroLeague has been broadcast on ESPN networks in the United States since the 2022-2023 season playoffs.

Answer: True

Since 2023, the EuroLeague season has been broadcast on television in the United States via the ESPN family of networks, commencing with the 2022-2023 season playoffs.

Related Concepts:

  • How is the EuroLeague broadcast in the United States?: Since 2023, the EuroLeague season is broadcast on television in the United States through the ESPN family of networks, starting with the playoffs of the 2022-2023 season.
  • What is the EuroLeague and how is it generally regarded in European basketball?: The EuroLeague is a European men's professional basketball club competition. It is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.

EuroLeague TV is the official subscription service for watching EuroLeague games online.

Answer: True

EuroLeague TV serves as the official internet pay TV service for viewing EuroLeague games online.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the name of the EuroLeague's own internet pay TV service?: The EuroLeague operates its own internet pay TV service called EuroLeague TV.
  • How is the EuroLeague broadcast in the United States?: Since 2023, the EuroLeague season is broadcast on television in the United States through the ESPN family of networks, starting with the playoffs of the 2022-2023 season.
  • What is the EuroLeague and how is it generally regarded in European basketball?: The EuroLeague is a European men's professional basketball club competition. It is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.

Israel's participation in the EuroLeague is based on its geographical location within Europe.

Answer: False

Israel's participation is due to its national federation's membership in FIBA Europe and its professional league's membership in ULEB, not solely its geographical location.

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  • What is the EuroLeague's stance on clubs from Israel participating despite Israel's geographical location?: Israel's teams participate in the EuroLeague because its national federation is a member of FIBA Europe and its top professional league is a member of ULEB, similar to how Israel's football association is part of UEFA.

The EuroLeague is considered the third-highest basketball league globally, behind the NBA and the Chinese Basketball Association.

Answer: False

Based on attendance figures, the EuroLeague is considered the second-highest basketball league globally, following only the NBA.

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  • What is the EuroLeague's relationship with the NBA?: The EuroLeague is considered the second-highest basketball league globally, only behind the NBA, based on attendance figures. There have also been games played between EuroLeague teams and NBA teams.
  • What is the EuroLeague and how is it generally regarded in European basketball?: The EuroLeague is a European men's professional basketball club competition. It is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.
  • What was the average attendance for EuroLeague matches in the 2023-2024 season?: In the 2023-2024 season, the EuroLeague had an average attendance of 10,383 for league matches, making it the fifth-highest of any professional indoor sports league globally and second only to the NBA in basketball.

What was the average attendance per league match for the EuroLeague in the 2023-2024 season?

Answer: 10,383

In the 2023-2024 season, the EuroLeague recorded an average attendance of 10,383 for league matches.

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  • What was the average attendance for EuroLeague matches in the 2023-2024 season?: In the 2023-2024 season, the EuroLeague had an average attendance of 10,383 for league matches, making it the fifth-highest of any professional indoor sports league globally and second only to the NBA in basketball.
  • What is the highest attendance recorded for a single EuroLeague game?: The highest official attendance for a single EuroLeague game is 22,677, recorded on March 5, 2009, for a game between Partizan and Panathinaikos at the Belgrade Arena.
  • What is the EuroLeague's relationship with the NBA?: The EuroLeague is considered the second-highest basketball league globally, only behind the NBA, based on attendance figures. There have also been games played between EuroLeague teams and NBA teams.

Which team was granted a 5-year license for the 2025-26 season, marking a significant geographical expansion?

Answer: Dubai Basketball

Dubai Basketball was granted a 5-year license for the 2025-26 season, representing a significant geographical expansion as the first team from outside Europe (excluding Israeli teams) to participate.

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  • What significant geographical expansion did the EuroLeague undergo in the 2025-2026 season?: The EuroLeague expanded to 20 teams for the 2025-26 season, notably granting a 5-year license to Dubai Basketball, making it the first team from outside Europe (excluding Israeli teams) to participate.

Who has been the title sponsor of the EuroLeague since July 2010?

Answer: Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines has served as the title sponsor for the EuroLeague since July 2010.

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  • Which airline has been the title sponsor of the EuroLeague since July 2010?: Turkish Airlines has been the title sponsor of the EuroLeague since July 2010, initially signing a five-year deal that was later extended.
  • What is the EuroLeague and how is it generally regarded in European basketball?: The EuroLeague is a European men's professional basketball club competition. It is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.
  • How has the EuroLeague's structure evolved from a tournament to a league format?: From its inception in 1958 until the 2015-16 season, the EuroLeague operated under a tournament system, culminating in either a single final game or a Final Four. In November 2015, a joint venture with IMG led to a 10-year deal and the transition to a true league format starting with the 2016-17 season.

Since 2023, which US television network family broadcasts the EuroLeague season?

Answer: ESPN

Since 2023, the EuroLeague season has been broadcast in the United States through the ESPN family of networks.

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  • How is the EuroLeague broadcast in the United States?: Since 2023, the EuroLeague season is broadcast on television in the United States through the ESPN family of networks, starting with the playoffs of the 2022-2023 season.

What is the name of the EuroLeague's own internet pay TV service?

Answer: EuroLeague TV

EuroLeague TV is the official internet pay TV service operated by the EuroLeague.

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  • What is the name of the EuroLeague's own internet pay TV service?: The EuroLeague operates its own internet pay TV service called EuroLeague TV.
  • How is the EuroLeague broadcast in the United States?: Since 2023, the EuroLeague season is broadcast on television in the United States through the ESPN family of networks, starting with the playoffs of the 2022-2023 season.
  • What is the EuroLeague and how is it generally regarded in European basketball?: The EuroLeague is a European men's professional basketball club competition. It is widely recognized as the top-tier and most prestigious men's basketball league in Europe.

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