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Basketball Bundesliga Publishes Provisional Schedule for 60th Season

The provisional calendar spans from the September opener through June finals, leaving flexibility for European commitments.

Overview

  • Season kicks off on 26 September at Munich's BMW Park with champions Bayern Munich hosting Science City Jena.
  • Regular season runs through 10 May 2026, followed by play-ins beginning 12 May, playoffs from 16 May and finals starting 12 June.
  • Midseason highlight BBL-Pokal Top Four is set for 21–22 February 2026.
  • VET-Concept Gladiators Trier join Science City Jena as promoted teams, restoring the league's 18-club format.
  • All dates remain provisional pending European competition schedules, venue availability and broadcast requirements.