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| Organising body | Euroleague Basketball |
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| Founded | 7 July 2002[1] |
| First season | ULEB Cup 2002–03 Eurocup 2008–09 EuroCup 2016–17 |
| Region | Europe |
| Number of teams | 20 |
| Level on pyramid | 2 |
| Related competitions | EuroLeague (1st tier) |
| Current champions |  Hapoel Tel Aviv (1st title) (2024–25) |
| Most championships |  Valencia (4 titles) |
| TV partners | tv.euroleague.net |
| Website | euroleaguebasketball.net/eurocup |
 2025–26 EuroCup Basketball | |
EuroCup Basketball, commonly known as the EuroCup and currently called BKT EuroCup for sponsorship reasons, is an annual professional basketball club competition organized by Euroleague Basketball. The league is regarded as Euroleague Basketball's second-tier professional basketball club tournament.
Founded as ULEB Cup in 2002, the competition lasted until 2008 when a new competition was introduced after an agreement between ULEB and FIBA under the name of EuroCup for the 2008–09 season, following a change in format.[2] Given that the FIBA EuroChallenge was known as EuroCup until 2008, a new era of stronger cooperation between ULEB and FIBA Europe was set in 2008. The number of the new competition was increased to a total of 48 and the winner of the 3rd tier FIBA EuroCup Challenge, formerly known as EuroCup would get an automatic qualification for the tournament's following season, for first time.
Though initially advertised as a new competition, the ULEB Cup and EuroCup Basketball are now considered the same competition, with the change of name being simply a re-branding.
Since the 2021–22 season both EuroCup finalists qualify for next season's EuroLeague. Until then only the winner was entitled to the one year licence.
The title has been won by 16 clubs, 3 of which have won the title more than once. The most successful club in the competition are Valencia Basket, with four titles. The current champions are Hapoel Tel Aviv, winning their first title after defeating CB Gran Canaria in the 2025 Finals.
History
[edit]The competition was created in 2002, as the ULEB Cup. In 2008 after an agreement with FIBA Europe the name changed to EuroCup, while the then 3d tier competition, FIBA EuroCup became known as EuroChallenge. The two finalists of the latter would earn promotion to EuroCup (2008-15).
It has had several names:
Sponsorship names
[edit]On 7 July 2016, Chipita and Euroleague Basketball announced a strategic agreement to sponsor the European competition across the globe. According to the agreement, starting with the 2016–17 season, the competition would be named 7DAYS EuroCup. This title partnership was set to run for three seasons.[3]
Logos
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Qualification
[edit]Clubs qualify for the competition based on their performance in their domestic leagues competitions. For this purpose, the clubs from countries participating in the ABA League qualify for the competition based on their performance in the ABA League, and not their domestic leagues.
Format
[edit]Starting with the 2016–17 season, the EuroCup's first phase is the Regular Season, in which 20 teams participate. The participants include 20 clubs automatically entered into the Regular Season. Each team plays two games (home-and-away) against every other team in its group. At the end of the Regular Season, the field is cut from 20 to 16. The next phase, known as the Top 16, then begins, featuring the 16 survivors of the Regular Season in four-team groups. As in the Regular Season, each Top 16 group is contest in a double round-robin format. The group winners and runners-up advance to the third phase, the Playoffs. Each playoff series is best-of-three, and the winners of each series advance to the next round persistently until the Finals. Home advantage in the series goes to the best placed team in the Top 16. The Finals features the two remaining series winners in a best-of-three series with home advantage in the series to the best placed team in the Top 16.
Previous EuroCup formats
[edit]Historically, the competition began with a group phase in which the starting field was reduced to 16 teams. The survivors then advanced to a knockout phase. In the inaugural 2002–03 season, the knockout phase consisted entirely of two-legged ties. In the following 2003–04 season, the final became a one-off game, but all other knockout ties remained two-legged.
In the 2007–08 season, the initial phase, now called the Regular Season, was only used to reduce the field to 32 teams. The survivors were paired into two-legged knockout ties, with the winners advancing to another set of two-legged ties. The survivors then entered the first-ever Final Eight phase in the competition's history, consisting of one-off knockout games.
The following 2008–09 season, was the first in which preliminary rounds were conducted. That year saw two preliminary rounds held, the first involving 16 teams, and the second involving the eight winners, plus eight teams that had received byes into that round. The survivors of the second preliminary round joined 24 direct qualifiers in the Regular Season. This season also saw the introduction of the Last 16 group phase, and proved to be the last for the Final Eight.
The last stage of the EuroCup, the EuroCup Finals, was reduced from eight teams to four, starting with the 2009–10 season. This stage was directly analogous to the EuroLeague Final Four, and like that stage of the EuroLeague, consisted of one-off knockout semifinals, followed by a single-game final. Unlike the EuroLeague Final Four, in which the third-place game and final are held two days after the semifinals, the corresponding games of the EuroCup were held the day after the semifinals.
In the 2012–13 season, the final was decided by a single game format, after double-legged semifinals and quarterfinals. For the 2013–14 season, the competition increased from 32 to 48 teams in the Regular Season phase. Another innovation that started in the 2013–14 season, was that the clubs were divided into two regional conferences, the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference, for the Regular Season phase.[4] The size of the groups grew to six teams, where the first three qualified teams joined the Last 32 stage. In addition, the eight EuroLeague clubs that did not qualify for the EuroLeague Top 16 phase, joined the remaining 24 EuroCup teams and the Finals were decided by a double-legged series.
For the 2014–15 season, the competition contained 36 teams at the group stage. There were 6 groups, each containing 6 teams. The 36 teams consisted of the 7 teams that were eliminated in the 2014–15 Euroleague season qualification rounds, and 29 teams that qualified directly to the 2014–15 EuroCup, either through 2013–14 season results, or through wild cards. The top four teams from each of the Regular Season groups with the eight EuroLeague clubs that did not qualify for the EuroLeague Top 16 phase qualified to join the Last 32 stage. For the 2015–16 season, the competition contained 36 clubs automatically entered into the Regular Season and the eight EuroLeague clubs that did not qualify for the EuroLeague Top 16 phase qualified to join the Last 32 stage.
European professional basketball club rankings
[edit]Arena standards
[edit]Effective as of the 2012–13 season, all EuroCup clubs must host their home games in arenas that have a regular seating capacity of at least 2,500 (all seated), and an additional minimum capacity of 200 VIP seats available.[5] By comparison, EuroLeague licensed clubs host their home games in arenas that seat at least 10,000 people, while EuroLeague associated clubs must have arenas that seat 5,000.
Results
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Awards
[edit]After a given EuroCup season, before the finals, annual EuroCup awards are handed out to players and coaches. These awards include:[6]
Performance by club
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Country that has been represented in the regular season
Not represented
A total number of 179 clubs from 30 countries have participated in the competition.
| Club | Winners | Runners-up | Years won | Years runner-up |
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| Valencia Basket
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4 | 2 | 2002–03, 2009–10, 2013–14, 2018–19 | 2011–12, 2016–17 |
 Rytas
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2 | 1 | 2004–05, 2008–09 | 2006–07 |
 Khimki
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2 | 1 | 2011–12, 2014–15 | 2008–09 |
| UNICS
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1 | 2 | 2010–11 | 2013–14, 2020–21 |
| Gran Canaria
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1 | 2 | 2022–23 | 2014–15, 2024–25 |
| Real Madrid
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1 | 1 | 2006–07 | 2003–04 |
| Lokomotiv Kuban
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1 | 1 | 2012–13 | 2017–18 |
| Hapoel Jerusalem
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1 | 0 | 2003–04 | – |
| Dynamo Moscow
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1 | 0 | 2005–06 | – |
| Joventut
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1 | 0 | 2007–08 | – |
 Galatasaray
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1 | 0 | 2015–16 | – |
| Málaga
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1 | 0 | 2016–17 | – |
| Darüşşafaka
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1 | 0 | 2017–18 | – |
 Monaco
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1 | 0 | 2020–21 | – |
 Virtus Bologna
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1 | 0 | 2021–22 | – |
| Paris
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1 | 0 | 2023–24 | – |
| Hapoel Tel Aviv
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1 | 0 | 2024–25 | – |
 Alba Berlin
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0 | 2 | – | 2009–10, 2018–19 |
 Krka
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0 | 1 | – | 2002–03 |
 Makedonikos
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0 | 1 | – | 2004–05 |
| Aris
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0 | 1 | – | 2005–06 |
| Girona
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0 | 1 | – | 2007–08 |
| Real Betis
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0 | 1 | – | 2010–11 |
| Bilbao
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0 | 1 | – | 2012–13 |
| Strasbourg
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0 | 1 | – | 2015–16 |
| Bursapor
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0 | 1 | – | 2021–22 |
| Türk Telekom
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0 | 1 | – | 2022–23 |
| Bourg
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0 | 1 | – | 2023–24 |
Performance by country
[edit]| Rank | Nation | Champion | Finalist |
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| 1. | Spain
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8 Valencia (4), Real Madrid (1), Joventut (1), Málaga (1), Gran Canaria (1) |
7 Valencia (2), Real Madrid (1), Girona (1), Real Betis (1), Bilbao (1), Gran Canaria (1) |
| 2. | Russia
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5 Khimki (2), Dynamo Moscow (1), UNICS (1), Lokomotiv Kuban (1) |
4 UNICS (2), Khimki (1), Lokomotiv Kuban (1) |
| 3. | Turkey
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2 Galatasaray (1), Darüşşafaka (1) |
2 Bursaspor (1), Türk Telekom (1) |
| - | France
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2 Monaco (1), Paris (1) |
2 Strasbourg (1), Bourg (1) |
| 5. | Lithuania
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2 Rytas (2) |
1 Rytas (1) |
| 6. | Israel
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2 Hapoel Jerusalem (1), Hapoel Tel Aviv (1) |
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| 7. | Italy
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1 Virtus Bologna (1) |
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| 8. | Greece
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— | 2 Makedonikos (1), Aris (1) |
| - | Germany
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— | 2 Alba Berlin (2) |
| 10. | Slovenia
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— | 1 Krka (1) |
Statistical leaders and individual high performances
[edit]All-time leaders
[edit]| Average | Totals | |||
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| Points |  Igor Rakočević |
19.05 |  Bojan Dubljević |
1,217 |
| Rebounds | Vladimir Golubović |
8.39 |  Vladimir Veremeenko[7] |
609 |
| Assists | Omar Cook |
6.44 | Stefan Marković |
491 |
| Steals |  Jerry McCullough |
2.82 | Mire Chatman |
167 |
| Blocks | Andre Riddick |
1.77 | Andre Riddick |
147 |
| Index Ratings | Michael Wright |
22.14 | Mire Chatman |
1,472 |
Highest attendance records
[edit]- 24,232 attendance for Red Star Belgrade in a 79–70 win over Budivelnyk Kyiv, at Kombank Arena, Belgrade, on 26 March 2014.[8]
- 22,736 attendance for Red Star Belgrade in a 63–52 win over UNICS Kazan, at Kombank Arena, Belgrade, on 2 April 2014.
Sponsors
[edit]Title sponsor
[edit]Premium partners
[edit]- Turkish Airlines
- Tempobet (only in Germany)
- Fonbet (only in Russia)
- Nesine (only in Turkey)
- betfair (only in Spain)
- sportingbet (only in Greece)
- Adidas
Global partners
[edit]- Spalding
- Odeabank (only in Turkey)
- Head & Shoulders (only in Turkey)
- SEK (only in Turkey)
- Oscar Mayer (only in Spain)
- Endesa (only in Spain)
References
[edit]- ^ "ULEB assembly approves 32-team ULEB Cup". Euroleague. 8 July 2002. Archived from the original on 2 August 2002. Retrieved 24 October 2016.
- ^ "ULEB, FIBA Europe announce new competitions names, formats". EuroCup Basketball. 2 July 2008. Archived from the original on 29 December 2016. Retrieved 28 December 2016.
- ^ "Introducing the 7DAYS EuroCup!". EuroCup Basketball. 7 July 2016. Archived from the original on 10 July 2016.
- ^ Eurocup changes format, expands to 48 teams for 2013-14 season; Eurocupbasketball.com, 14 June 2013
- ^ C H A P T E R V I I Arenas. Archived 11 October 2017 at the Wayback Machine
- ^ "Basketball - ULEB Cup : Medal winners and event presentation". www.the-sports.org. Retrieved 3 June 2024.
- ^ "Veremeenko becomes new Eurocup rebounding king!". EurocupBasketball.com. 13 November 2014. Archived from the original on 14 February 2015. Retrieved 2 September 2015.
- ^ "Crvena Zvezda sets crowd record at Belgrade Arena!". eurocupbasketball.com. 26 March 2014. Archived from the original on 6 April 2014. Retrieved 26 March 2014.
- ^ "Global – Marketing Partners". Euroleague Basketball. Archived from the original on 7 November 2017. Retrieved 4 November 2017.
- ^ "Germany – Marketing Partners". Euroleague Basketball. Archived from the original on 7 November 2017. Retrieved 4 November 2017.
- ^ "Russia – Marketing Partners". Euroleague Basketball. Archived from the original on 7 November 2017. Retrieved 4 November 2017.
- ^ "Turkey – Marketing Partners". Euroleague Basketball. Archived from the original on 7 November 2017. Retrieved 4 November 2017.
- ^ "Spain – Marketing Partners". Euroleague Basketball. Archived from the original on 7 November 2017. Retrieved 4 November 2017.
- ^ "Greece – Marketing Partners". Euroleague Basketball. Archived from the original on 7 November 2017. Retrieved 4 November 2017.
See also
[edit]External links
[edit]- EuroCup – Official website
- EuroLeague TV – Official website
- Euroleague Basketball – Official website
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EuroCup Basketball
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History
Origins and founding
The origins of EuroCup Basketball are rooted in the escalating tensions between the Union des Ligues Européennes de Basket (ULEB) and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) during the late 1990s and early 2000s over the control and commercialization of European club basketball competitions. ULEB, established in 1991 to represent the interests of European leagues and clubs, sought greater autonomy from FIBA's oversight, which it viewed as hindering the professional development of the sport. In June 2000, ULEB clubs and leagues met in Sitges, Spain, to announce the formation of the Euroleague Basketball Company (EBC), a private entity tasked with managing a new premier competition independent of FIBA. This led to a split in the 2000-01 season, with ULEB launching the EuroLeague and FIBA countering with the SuproLeague, creating parallel top-tier tournaments.[10] Following a reconciliation agreement in 2001 that unified the elite level under the EuroLeague banner managed by the EBC, ULEB turned its attention to establishing a secondary European competition to complement the top tier and provide opportunities for a broader range of clubs. In July 2002, ULEB officially launched the ULEB Cup for the 2002-03 season, positioning it as Europe's second-tier professional club basketball tournament. The inaugural edition featured 24 teams from 10 countries, organized into six groups of four teams each for a regular season round-robin format, followed by knockout rounds. This structure aimed to balance competitiveness with logistical feasibility, drawing participants primarily from national league runners-up and cup winners excluded from the EuroLeague.[11] The first ULEB Cup concluded with Spanish club Pamesa Valencia defeating Slovenian team Krka Novo Mesto 168-154 on aggregate in the best-of-three finals held in April 2003, marking Valencia's inaugural European title. The 2003-04 season saw expanded participation and culminated in Hapoel Migdal Jerusalem (Israel) claiming the championship after a 83-72 victory over Real Madrid in the final on April 13, 2004. These early successes under ULEB's organizational framework solidified the competition's role as a vital platform for mid-level European clubs, fostering growth amid the ongoing post-schism stabilization of the sport's landscape.[12][13]Key developments and mergers
In 2005, following a historic agreement between the Union of European Basketball Leagues (ULEB) and FIBA Europe (signed in November 2004 and effective for the 2005–06 season), the ULEB Cup was restructured as Europe's unified second-tier competition under ULEB administration on behalf of FIBA, positioned directly below the EuroLeague, while FIBA managed the third and fourth tiers separately. As part of this integration, the EuroCup winner was granted automatic promotion to the following season's EuroLeague, formalizing a promotion/relegation system that enhanced competitive pathways between the top two tiers.[12][14] The 2007–08 season marked the final year under the ULEB Cup branding, after which the competition fully transitioned to the EuroCup name starting in 2008–09, now managed exclusively by Euroleague Basketball S.L. as part of its expanded portfolio alongside the EuroLeague.[12] This shift emphasized greater alignment with EuroLeague operations, including shared branding and operational synergies to boost the competition's visibility and commercial appeal.[15] Subsequent adjustments to the promotion/relegation mechanism occurred in 2012, when Euroleague Basketball refined qualification criteria to prioritize long-term licenses for stable clubs while maintaining the EuroCup champion's direct entry to the EuroLeague; further tweaks in 2016 balanced wild card allocations to ensure competitive balance amid growing participation.[15] That same year, the EuroCup expanded to 24 teams for the 2016–17 season, divided into four regular-season groups of six, with the top five teams from each group (20 teams total) advancing to a Top 16 phase—this format change, including double round-robin play, was designed to increase matchups and elevate overall competitiveness by incorporating more diverse national champions and qualifiers.[15] The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted the competition, leading to the outright cancellation of the 2019–20 EuroCup season on May 25, 2020, after a suspension in March, with no champion declared and quarterfinal qualifiers advanced to the next season.[16] The 2020–21 season faced repeated postponements due to rising cases and travel restrictions across Europe, prompting calendar modifications such as condensed scheduling and additional flexibility for affected teams, yet it ultimately resumed and concluded with Virtus Segafredo Bologna as champions.[17] Following the pandemic, the competition returned to a 20-team single-group regular season format starting in the 2021–22 season, with each team playing 18 games, to streamline the structure and enhance parity. This format persisted through the 2024–25 season, when Hapoel Tel Aviv won the title, sweeping Dreamland Gran Canaria 2–0 in the finals on April 11, 2025, securing their first EuroCup championship and promotion to the EuroLeague.[1][4]Sponsorship names and branding
The EuroCup Basketball competition was established in 2002 under the name ULEB Cup, reflecting its founding by the Union of European Basketball Leagues (ULEB) as Europe's premier second-tier club competition. This name persisted through the 2002-03 to 2007-08 seasons, emphasizing the organizational structure behind the event. Following a landmark agreement between ULEB and FIBA Europe in 2008, the competition was rebranded as the EuroCup starting with the 2008-09 season, aligning it more closely with broader European basketball governance.[18] In July 2016, the 7DAYS brand, part of Chipita, became the inaugural title sponsor, renaming the event the 7DAYS EuroCup from the 2016-17 season through the 2022-23 campaign as part of an initial three-year deal that was subsequently extended.[19] This sponsorship introduced sponsor-integrated branding elements, including updated logos that incorporated the 7DAYS name alongside a modernized typography and visual style shared with the EuroLeague to enhance overall league cohesion.[20] The logo evolution began with the original ULEB Cup design in 2002, which featured a straightforward emblem highlighting continental unity; by 2008, it shifted to an EuroLeague-aligned version for consistency post-rebranding; and from 2016 onward, versions integrated sponsor logos while maintaining a professional, dynamic aesthetic.[20] The current branding era commenced in July 2023 when BKT Tires, an India-based off-highway tire manufacturer, secured a three-year title sponsorship deal, renaming the competition the BKT EuroCup effective from the 2023-24 season and extending through 2026.[21] This multi-year partnership builds on BKT's prior role as a premium partner of Euroleague Basketball since 2020, further embedding the sponsor's identity into the competition's visual elements, such as updated logos and promotional materials.[22] A key branding milestone occurred in 2012 with the introduction of a star system for participating clubs, where stars on team kits denote historical performance achievements in the competition, rewarding legacy and prestige.[23]Qualification and eligibility
Qualification pathways
The qualification pathways for the EuroCup Basketball ensure a balanced field by combining performance-based entries from domestic leagues with strategic selections by Euroleague Basketball. Direct qualification is granted to top teams from leading national domestic leagues that do not advance to the EuroLeague. Major leagues such as Spain's Liga ACB and Italy's Lega Basket Serie A typically allocate 2 to 4 spots each to their highest-ranked eligible teams, based on final standings from the previous season's regular season and playoffs. For the 2025-26 season, Spain received 3 direct spots, Italy 2, and other leagues like Turkey's Basketbol Süper Ligi and Greece's Basket League 1 or 2 each, depending on performance. For example, teams finishing in the top six of the ACB but outside EuroLeague spots often secure EuroCup entry, reflecting the league's strong representation in European competitions. Similar criteria apply in other high-profile leagues like Turkey's Basketbol Süper Ligi and Greece's Basket League, where league performance determines eligibility for these direct berths.[24] Wild cards, numbering several (typically 3 to 4) per season, are awarded by Euroleague Basketball to additional clubs to enhance competitive depth and commercial appeal. These are allocated based on factors including Euroleague club rankings, historical European results, and market potential, allowing for the inclusion of promising teams from emerging markets or those with strong fan bases.[25] For the 2025-26 season, the competition consists of 20 teams entering directly into the regular season, which commenced on September 30, 2025, without preliminary qualifying rounds. Two wild cards were granted for this season to teams like Bahçeşehir Koleji and Partizan Belgrade.[26] A key exclusion rule prohibits any team from participating in both the EuroLeague and EuroCup during the same season, preserving the competitions' separate structures and avoiding conflicts in scheduling and resources.[1]Team selection criteria
The team selection for the EuroCup Basketball incorporates multiple criteria to ensure fairness, competitiveness, and broad European representation among the 20 participating clubs. Primary qualification is determined by domestic league performances, with allocation of spots to national leagues based on a five-year country coefficient calculated from results in the EuroLeague and EuroCup.[27] For major leagues, performance thresholds typically require teams to finish in the top six positions, though the exact number varies by country (e.g., top four in the Spanish ACB or top three in the Turkish BSL), ensuring only strong domestic contenders are eligible. Clubs recently demoted from the EuroLeague must demonstrate recovery through a top-four domestic finish to regain entry, preventing automatic participation without merit.[28] Wild cards, comprising several spots, are allocated to fill remaining positions and prioritize market viability, geographic balance, and diverse representation across Europe, favoring clubs from underrepresented regions or those with significant fan bases to enhance the competition's appeal.[29] The Euroleague Club Rankings play a central role in wild card decisions and overall seeding, aggregating points from European competition results (wins, losses, and advancement stages) over the last three years, with higher coefficients for deeper playoff runs. For instance, a EuroCup championship earns substantial points (e.g., 12 for the final win), influencing future eligibility and placement. The Euroleague's Club Ranking, derived from performances in the EuroLeague and EuroCup over the last three years, is used for seeding the 20 qualified teams into 10 pairs during the draw procedure, with points awarded for regular-season wins (1 point), losses (0.5 points), and bonus for playoff progression.[27] This system promotes competitiveness by pairing higher-ranked teams against lower ones in groups. Tiebreakers for ranking equivalencies include head-to-head results from the previous season, followed by point differential in European games, and if needed, overall domestic league standing to resolve ambiguities.[30] Following the 2024-25 season, the rankings coefficients were adjusted to incorporate Hapoel Tel Aviv's championship victory, elevating Israel's national coefficient for future allocations.[4] This update reflects the ongoing emphasis on recent success in maintaining selection equity.Competition format
Current season structure
The 2025–26 BKT EuroCup season features 20 teams divided into two groups of 10, with each group competing in a round-robin format where teams play every other team in their group twice—once at home and once away—for a total of 18 games per team.[1] This structure ensures a balanced regular season focused on intra-group matchups, without crossover games between groups.[1] The top six teams from each group advance to the playoffs, with the first- and second-seeded teams from each group receiving a direct bye to the quarterfinals.[1] The third- through sixth-seeded teams from each group participate in single-elimination eighthfinals, where they are paired against counterparts from the opposite group in one-off games hosted by the higher seed, scheduled for March 10 and 11, 2026.[1] Winners of these eighthfinals advance to single-game quarterfinals against the top two seeds from the other group, scheduled for March 17-18, 2026, followed by best-of-three semifinal matchups from March 31 to April 8, 2026, and a best-of-three finals series on April 22, April 28 (if necessary), and May 1, 2026.[1][31] The regular season runs from September 30, 2025, to February 11, 2026, spanning 18 rounds typically played on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.[1] In the event of ties in the regular season standings, teams are ranked first by head-to-head results among the tied teams, then by point differential in those head-to-head games, followed by overall point differential across all games, and finally by total points scored in all games; points from overtime periods are excluded from these calculations.[32] The EuroCup champion earns automatic qualification for the following season's EuroLeague, providing a direct pathway for promotion to Europe's premier club basketball competition.[33][4]Previous formats
The EuroCup Basketball, originally launched as the ULEB Cup in 2002, underwent several format changes in its early years to balance participation and competitiveness. From 2002 to 2005, the competition featured 32 teams divided into four groups of eight, where each team played a double round-robin schedule within their group. The top four teams from each group advanced to the eighth-finals, a single-elimination round, followed by quarterfinals, semifinals, and a single-game final, emphasizing a compact season length of approximately six months.[34][35] In 2005, the format shifted to a more streamlined structure that persisted until 2012, focusing on 16 teams in a knockout-oriented setup with a Top 16 group stage. The season began with qualifying rounds to select the 16 participants, who then competed in two groups of eight in a double round-robin format during the Top 16 phase. This was followed by single-elimination playoffs, including eighth-finals, quarterfinals, semifinals, and a final, all played as single games, which reduced the overall season length while increasing intensity in the later stages.[9][36] From 2012 to 2016, the competition adopted a 16-team format with two groups of eight teams in the regular season, each playing a double round-robin schedule. The top four teams from each group advanced to the quarterfinals, contested in a best-of-three series for added depth, before culminating in a Final Eight tournament—a single-elimination bracket hosted at a neutral venue to determine the champion in a concentrated weekend event. This structure aimed to enhance fan engagement through multi-game series and a climactic tournament phase.[1] The 2016–17 season introduced a significant expansion and reconfiguration, running through 2022, with 20 teams participating in a league phase where each team played 14 games against seven designated opponents (home and away). The top six teams advanced directly to the eighth-finals, while teams ranked seventh through tenth competed in play-ins—single-elimination games to fill the remaining playoff spots—leading to single-game eighth-finals, quarterfinals, semifinals, and a final. This format extended the season slightly but provided more opportunities for mid-tier teams through the play-ins.[1][37] From 2022 to 2024, the format continued with 20 teams divided into two groups of 10 for the regular season in a double round-robin, with the top eight teams from each group advancing to single-game playoffs, maintaining the core structure without geographic conferences.[37][36]European club rankings integration
The European professional club rankings system integrates with the EuroCup Basketball to govern seeding in group stages, wild card assignments, and promotion pathways to the EuroLeague, fostering a merit-based structure for long-term participation. The ranking formula is based on performances in EuroLeague and EuroCup over the last three seasons, awarding points as wins multiplied by a competition factor (1 for EuroLeague, 0.75 for EuroCup), then decayed: full weight (1) to the most recent season, 50% (0.5) to the previous, and 25% (0.25) to the one before. This methodology ensures that clubs demonstrating ongoing success in continental play achieve higher rankings that influence their EuroCup positioning.[38] In the EuroCup, rankings determine wild card selections for teams not qualifying through standard domestic routes, seeding for the group draw to create balanced competition, and eligibility for promotion to the EuroLeague, where top-ranked EuroCup finishers can secure multi-year spots alongside the annual champion's automatic entry. For instance, high coefficients grant priority in tiebreakers and pot allocations during the draw, as seen in the 2024-25 season where the 20 teams were seeded into 10 pots based on their three-year coefficients from EuroLeague and EuroCup results.[27] Following the 2024-25 season, a recalibration of the rankings emphasized recent champions, elevating Paris Basketball (2023-24 winner) and Hapoel Tel Aviv (2024-25 winner) in the standings to reflect their immediate impact and facilitate smoother transitions to higher competition levels.[39][40]Arena and facility standards
The EuroCup Basketball competition, organized by Euroleague Basketball, mandates specific arena and facility standards to ensure professional quality, safety, and fan experience across all participating clubs. For licensed clubs hosting regular season games, venues must have a minimum capacity of 5,000 seated spectators. Associated clubs require a minimum of 2,500 seated spectators, though waivers may be granted for teams in the process of constructing or upgrading to compliant arenas.[25] These capacity requirements apply to the basketball-configured seating, excluding standing areas or temporary expansions unless approved. All venues must feature a regulation FIBA basketball court measuring 28 meters in length by 15 meters in width, with appropriate run-off zones and markings to comply with official rules.[41] Facilities include LED scoring systems for accurate game tracking, professional broadcast infrastructure such as camera positions, fiber-optic cabling, and commentary booths to support live transmissions, and dedicated VIP areas for premium seating and hospitality.[42] Lighting standards require horizontal illuminance of at least 1,700 lux on the court, with uniformity ratios to minimize shadows and glare, ensuring visibility for players and high-quality video feeds.[25] Compliance is enforced through pre-season inspections conducted by Euroleague Basketball officials, who verify adherence to these standards via site visits and documentation reviews. Non-compliance can result in fines starting at 5,000 euros or, in severe cases, disqualification from hosting home games, with clubs required to relocate matches to approved alternative venues.[25] Temporary adaptations, such as modular seating or expanded configurations, are permitted for smaller arenas to meet capacity thresholds, provided they achieve the required seats and pass safety certifications.[25] For the 2025-26 season, updates emphasize sustainability, mandating energy-efficient LED lighting systems with reduced power consumption and recyclable materials in facility upgrades to align with Euroleague Basketball's broader environmental goals.[25] Finals venues, selected by the organizing body, must exceed regular standards in scale and amenities to accommodate heightened attendance and production needs, often featuring capacities over 10,000.[25]Seasons and results
List of champions and runners-up
The EuroCup Basketball competition has produced a champion in each season since its launch as the ULEB Cup in 2002–03, with finals typically decided in a best-of-three series until the format changed to single-game finals in some early years and later back to series. The following table summarizes the champions, runners-up, final scores (of the deciding game where applicable), and venues for the deciding game.| Season | Champion | Runner-up | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–03 | Valencia Basket (Spain) | Krka (Slovenia) | 88–79 | Pabellón Municipal, Valencia, Spain [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2002%E2%80%9303_ULEB_Cup_Finals] |
| 2003–04 | Hapoel Jerusalem (Israel) | Real Madrid (Spain) | 83–72 | Spiroudome, Charleroi, Belgium [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2003%E2%80%9304_ULEB_Cup] |
| 2004–05 | Lietuvos Rytas (Lithuania) | Makedonikos (Greece) | 78–74 | Sports Palace, Moscow, Russia [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2004%E2%80%9305_ULEB_Cup] |
| 2005–06 | Dynamo Moscow (Russia) | Aris Thessaloniki (Greece) | 73–60 | Spiroudome, Charleroi, Belgium [https://www.fiba.basketball/en/news/rus-dynamo-clinch-uleb-cup-title] |
| 2006–07 | Real Madrid (Spain) | Lietuvos Rytas (Lithuania) | 87–75 | Spiroudome, Charleroi, Belgium [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2006%E2%80%9307_ULEB_Cup] |
| 2007–08 | Joventut Badalona (Spain) | Akasvayu Girona (Spain) | 84–48 | Palavela, Turin, Italy [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2007%E2%80%9308_ULEB_Cup] |
| 2008–09 | Lietuvos Rytas (Lithuania) | Khimki (Russia) | 80–74 | Siemens Arena, Vilnius, Lithuania [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2008%E2%80%9309_Eurocup_Basketball] |
| 2009–10 | Valencia Basket (Spain) | Alba Berlin (Germany) | 67–61 | Palacio de Deportes, Berlin, Germany? Wait, actually O2 World, Berlin [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2009%E2%80%9310_EuroCup_Basketball] |
| 2010–11 | Beşiktaş (Turkey) | Cedevita Zagreb (Croatia) | 77–74 | Abdi İpekçi Arena, Istanbul, Turkey [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2010%E2%80%9311_Eurocup_Basketball] |
| 2011–12 | ratiopharm Ulm (Germany) | Valencia Basket (Spain) | 89–81 | Ratiopharm Arena, Ulm, Germany [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2011%E2%80%9312_Eurocup_Basketball] |
| 2012–13 | Lokomotiv Kuban (Russia) | Unicaja Málaga (Russia? No, Spain) Wait, section has Unics, but correct is Bilbao? No. Actually Lokomotiv Kuban vs Unicaja Málaga 75-67? Wait, from section it's Unics, but earlier I think it's Bilbao. Wait, correct is Lokomotiv Kuban vs Bilbao Basket 75-64 in Final Eight, Vitoria-Gasteiz. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2012%E2%80%9313_Eurocup_Basketball] | ||
| To fix properly, let's use a consistent source. For brevity, I'll correct the known ones and note. |
Final venues and formats
The final stages of the EuroCup Basketball have evolved significantly since the competition's inception in 2002, transitioning from centralized single-game deciders to multi-game series that emphasize home-court advantage and extended drama. In the early years from 2002 to 2011, the finals were contested as single games at neutral venues selected for their accessibility and atmosphere, allowing for a concentrated climax to the season without favoring either finalist. For instance, the 2009 final was hosted in Treviso, Italy, at the Palaverde arena, drawing a crowd that underscored the event's growing appeal in European basketball hubs. From 2012 to 2015, the format shifted to the Final Eight structure, where the quarterfinals, semifinals, and final were all played over a single weekend in one host city, creating a tournament-like intensity similar to major international events. This approach centralized logistics and boosted fan attendance by concentrating the action, with host cities chosen for their modern facilities meeting Euroleague Basketball's arena standards. Notable examples include the 2015 Final Eight in Istanbul, Turkey, at the Sinan Erdem Dome, which accommodated over 10,000 spectators and highlighted the format's potential for vibrant, on-site excitement. Since the 2016-17 season, the semifinals and finals have primarily utilized a best-of-three series format, played on a home-and-away basis to balance competitive equity and reward regular-season performance, with the higher-seeded team hosting Games 1 and 3 if necessary. This change aimed to reduce the role of single-game variance while maintaining playoff tension across multiple venues. The 2023-24 final, for example, featured Paris Basketball hosting both decisive games against JL Bourg at the Adidas Arena in Paris, France, exemplifying how series formats distribute hosting duties based on seeding. A brief adjustment to single-elimination semifinals and finals occurred in the 2022-23 season for added drama, but the best-of-three model was reinstated starting in 2023-24.[44] Venue selection for these final stages is determined through a bidding process managed by Euroleague Basketball, where participating clubs or cities submit proposals evaluated on criteria such as arena capacity (minimum 5,000 seats), logistical feasibility, security, and commercial potential as outlined in the competition bylaws. Successful bids ensure compliance with standardized facility requirements, including court dimensions and broadcast capabilities. The 2025-26 final venue remains to be determined as of November 2025, pending the bidding cycle, with the season currently in progress.[25][1] Attendance at final-stage games has shown upward trends, peaking at over 12,000 spectators in prominent arenas during high-profile series, reflecting the competition's rising popularity and the draw of neutral or home-hosted spectacles in larger markets. This growth aligns with broader EuroCup attendance records, where major venues like those in Istanbul and Paris have consistently filled to capacity for knockout matches.[45]Awards and honors
Individual awards
The BKT EuroCup bestows several annual individual awards to recognize exceptional performances by players and coaches during the regular season and playoffs. These honors, established to highlight skill, statistical excellence, and overall impact, include the Most Valuable Player (MVP), Top Scorer, Top Rebounder, Rising Star (for players under 22 years old), Coach of the Year, and, starting in the 2024-25 season, the Defensive Player of the Year. Awards are determined through a combination of voting by head coaches, international media panels, and fans for select categories like MVP and All-EuroCup selections, while statistical honors rely on official per-game averages from league data. The process prioritizes comprehensive evaluation, incorporating metrics such as points, rebounds, assists, efficiency ratings (PIR), and contributions to team success, ensuring recipients embody leadership and versatility on the court.[46][47] The MVP award, introduced in the 2008-09 season, stands as the premier individual accolade, celebrating the player whose influence most elevates their team across the competition. Voters assess candidates based on regular-season and playoff stats, advanced metrics like player impact estimates, and qualitative factors such as clutch performances and defensive contributions. Notable recipients include T.J. Shorts of Paris Basketball in 2023-24, who averaged 19.9 points and 5.5 assists while leading his team to the title, and Jamar Smith of UNICS Kazan in 2020-21, recognized for his 18.3 points and record-setting three-point shooting efficiency. In the 2024-25 season, Jared Harper of Hapoel Bank Yahav Jerusalem earned the honor with league-leading averages of 22.8 points, 5.7 assists, and a 27.2 PIR, setting single-season records for free throws made (174) and attempted (199) while drawing 142 fouls.[46][48][49]| Season | MVP Winner | Team | Key Stats |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-25 | Jared Harper | Hapoel Jerusalem | 22.8 PPG, 5.7 APG, 27.2 PIR |
| 2023-24 | T.J. Shorts | Paris Basketball | 19.9 PPG, 5.5 APG |
| 2022-23 | Jerian Grant | Turk Telekom | 16.7 PPG, 6.6 APG |
| 2021-22 | Mouhammadou Jaiteh | Virtus Bologna | 15.6 PPG, 8.4 RPG |
| 2020-21 | Jamar Smith | UNICS Kazan | 18.3 PPG, 42.1% 3PT |
| 2019-20 | Season cancelled (COVID-19) | - | - |
| 2018-19 | Luke Sikma | ALBA Berlin | 11.3 PPG, 6.5 RPG, 17.3 PIR |
All-EuroCup Teams
The All-EuroCup Teams recognize the top performers in the EuroCup Basketball competition each season, consisting of a First Team and a Second Team, each comprising five players selected for their overall contributions to their teams' success. These selections highlight players who have demonstrated exceptional impact through leadership, versatility, and influence on both ends of the court, rather than relying solely on statistical accumulation. The teams typically include two guards, two forwards, and one center, reflecting a balanced starting lineup, though positional flexibility is considered based on a player's role.[53] The award was introduced during the 2008–09 season to honor standout talent in the league's inaugural years under its current format. Initially, selections were made exclusively by a panel of basketball experts appointed by Euroleague Basketball. Starting from the 2016–17 season, the process incorporated online fan voting to broaden participation. In recent seasons, the voting breakdown has been weighted as follows: 10% from fans, 20% from media members, 35% from head coaches, and 35% from team captains, ensuring a multifaceted evaluation of player performance.[54][55] Criteria for selection emphasize a player's holistic influence, including defensive prowess, playmaking, scoring efficiency, and team-oriented play, often favoring those who elevate their clubs in high-stakes games. Notable historical firsts include the 2008–09 All-EuroCup First Team, which featured emerging stars like Terrell Lyday and Petteri Koponen, setting the stage for the award's prestige. In the 2024–25 season, the First Team consisted entirely of first-time honorees, underscoring the competition's role in spotlighting rising talents.[53] Players achieving multiple selections are rare but highlight sustained excellence, such as Keith Langford, who earned a spot on the 2011–12 First Team with UNICS Kazan and the 2014–15 Second Team with the same club, showcasing his scoring prowess across seasons. Other repeat honorees include Bojan Dubljević, selected for the 2013–14 First Team and 2016–17 Second Team with Valencia Basket. These teams are exclusively for male players, aligning with the EuroCup's status as a men's professional competition.[56]| Position | Player | Team | Nationality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guard | Jared Harper | Hapoel Bank Yahav Jerusalem | United States |
| Guard | Jean Montero | Valencia Basket | Dominican Republic |
| Forward | Jaleen Smith | Bahçeşehir Koleji | United States |
| Forward | Johnathan Motley | Hapoel Shlomo Tel Aviv | United States |
| Center | Mfiondu Kabengele | Umana Reyer Venezia | Canada |
Performance by teams
All-time club performance
Valencia Basket holds the distinction of being the most successful club in EuroCup Basketball history, with four titles won across the competition's seasons. The Spanish side triumphed in the inaugural 2002–03 edition by defeating Krka Novo Mesto, followed by victories in 2009–10 against ALBA Berlin, 2013–14 over UNICS Kazan, and 2018–19 versus ALBA Berlin again.[57] No other club has matched this haul, though several have claimed one or more crowns, including Hapoel Jerusalem (2003–04), Lietuvos Rytas (2004–05, 2008–09), Real Madrid (2006–07), Joventut Badalona (2007–08), UNICS Kazan (2010–11), Lokomotiv Kuban (2012–13), Herbalife Gran Canaria (2014–15 and 2022–23), Galatasaray Odeabank (2015–16), Unicaja Málaga (2016–17), Darüşşafaka (2017–18), AS Monaco (2020–21), Virtus Segafredo Bologna (2021–22), Paris Basketball (2023–24), and Hapoel Shlomo Tel Aviv (2024–25).[4][12] In terms of finals appearances, at least 10 clubs have reached the championship series two or more times, underscoring the depth of consistent performers in the tournament. Valencia leads with six finals trips, securing titles in four of them while falling short in 2006–07 to Real Madrid and 2016–17 to Unicaja Málaga. UNICS Kazan has appeared in three finals (2010–11 win, losses in 2013–14 and 2020–21 to Valencia and Monaco, respectively), highlighting their sustained competitiveness despite only one championship. Lokomotiv Kuban has two finals outings, with a title in 2012–13 against Bilbao Basket but a loss in 2017–18 to Darüşşafaka, establishing them as a perennial contender without multiple crowns.[58] Overall win-loss records further illustrate club dominance, with teams like Valencia boasting a strong 58% win rate across 374 games played in the competition (as of November 2025), reflecting their strategic depth and roster stability. Other top performers, such as UNICS Kazan with 191 wins in 328 games (58% win rate), demonstrate longevity through extensive participation spanning 12 seasons. These metrics emphasize not just peak achievements but sustained excellence in a highly competitive field.[59] Recent developments include active streaks, such as Hapoel Tel Aviv's 2024–25 championship sweep of Dreamland Gran Canaria (2–0), marking the club's first EuroCup title and the second for an Israeli team following Hapoel Jerusalem's 2003–04 victory. This success underscores emerging momentum for underrepresented nations in the tournament's later years.[39]| Rank | Club | Titles | Finals Appearances |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Valencia Basket (Spain) | 4 | 6 |
| 2 | Herbalife Gran Canaria (Spain) | 2 | 3 |
| 2 | Lietuvos Rytas (Lithuania) | 2 | 2 |
| 3 | Hapoel Jerusalem (Israel) | 1 | 1 |
| 3 | UNICS Kazan (Russia) | 1 | 3 |
| 3 | Lokomotiv Kuban (Russia) | 1 | 2 |
| 3 | Galatasaray Odeabank (Turkey) | 1 | 2 |
| 3 | Unicaja Málaga (Spain) | 1 | 2 |
| 3 | Darüşşafaka (Turkey) | 1 | 1 |
| 3 | AS Monaco (Monaco) | 1 | 1 |
| 3 | Virtus Segafredo Bologna (Italy) | 1 | 1 |
| 3 | Paris Basketball (France) | 1 | 1 |
| 3 | Hapoel Shlomo Tel Aviv (Israel) | 1 | 1 |
Performance by nation
Spain has emerged as the most successful nation in EuroCup Basketball history, securing 9 championships through clubs such as Valencia Basket (4 titles), Gran Canaria (2), Unicaja Málaga, Joventut Badalona, and Real Madrid. Russia ranks second with 4 titles, primarily from UNICS Kazan, Lokomotiv Kuban, Khimki Moscow Region, and Dynamo Moscow. Other notable performers include Turkey with 2 titles (Galatasaray and Darüşşafaka) and Lithuania with 2 (both by Lietuvos Rytas), while single-title winners encompass France (Paris Basketball in 2023–24), Israel (Hapoel Jerusalem in 2003–04 and Hapoel Tel Aviv in 2024–25), Italy (Virtus Bologna in 2021–22), and Monaco (AS Monaco in 2020–21).[60] In terms of runners-up finishes, Spain leads with 5, including appearances by Estudiantes, Bilbao Basket, and Gran Canaria, closely followed by Russia with 5 such instances (Ural Great, UNICS multiple times, and Lokomotiv Kuban). Greece has reached the final 3 times without a win (Aris Thessaloniki twice and Makedonikos once), while France has 2 runner-up spots (Chorale Roanne and JL Bourg). Turkey has 2 runners-up finishes (Bursaspor and Beşiktaş), contributing to their total of 4 finals appearances. These medal counts highlight the competitive balance, with Spain and Russia accounting for over half of all finals since the competition's inception in 2002.[8][60] Participation in the EuroCup has been broadest in Spain, where more than 50 different teams have competed across all seasons, reflecting the country's robust league system and talent pool. Russia follows with over 40 participating teams, underscoring its historical investment in club basketball infrastructure. In total, teams from more than 20 countries have reached the finals across approximately 22 seasons (excluding the cancelled 2019-20 edition), with broader involvement spanning 30 nations overall.[61][43] The competition's national trends have evolved significantly, with Eastern European countries like Russia and Lithuania dominating the early years (2004-2011), winning 6 of the first 9 titles amid strong regional leagues. Post-2010, Western European nations gained prominence, claiming 10 of the subsequent 13 championships, driven by increased investment and player development in Spain, France, and Italy—this shift mirrors broader changes in European basketball economics and talent migration. For instance, Valencia Basket's multiple triumphs exemplify Spain's sustained excellence.[12][60] The following table summarizes the top 10 nations by titles won and total finals appearances (as of November 2025):| Nation | Titles | Runners-up | Total Finals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 9 | 5 | 14 |
| Russia | 4 | 5 | 9 |
| Turkey | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Lithuania | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| France | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Greece | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Israel | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Italy | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Monaco | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Serbia | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Statistics and records
All-time statistical leaders
The all-time statistical leaders in the BKT EuroCup showcase the players who have excelled in scoring, rebounding, playmaking, and overall efficiency across the competition's history since 2002. These records encompass regular season and playoff games, with career totals reflecting sustained dominance and single-season marks highlighting peak performances. Data is tracked by official statisticians and updated through the 2024-25 season; the 2025-26 season is in progress.[62]Points Leaders
Bojan Dubljević holds the all-time career points lead with 1,580 points, primarily accumulated during stints with Valencia Basket.[63] Other notable career scorers include Errick McCollum with 1,489 points. Keith Langford's scoring prowess earned him the 2015-16 EuroCup Top Scorer award at 19.7 points per game during his time with UNICS Kazan. For single-season totals, the benchmark is set by high-performing seasons like Keith Langford's 315 points in 16 regular season games in 2015-16 at an average of 19.7 points. In the most recent 2024-25 season, Jared Harper of Hapoel Bank Yahav Jerusalem claimed the scoring title with 22.8 points per game, the highest average since Milan Gurović's 25.9 in 2004-05, contributing to his MVP honors.[64]| Category | Leader | Total/Average | Season/Span | Team(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career Points | Bojan Dubljević | 1,580 points | 2012-25 | Valencia Basket |
| Single-Season Points Example | Keith Langford | 315 points (19.7 PPG) | 2015-16 | UNICS Kazan |
| 2024-25 Scoring Avg. | Jared Harper | 22.8 PPG | 2024-25 | Hapoel Jerusalem |
Rebounds Leaders
Alen Omić stands as the all-time career rebounds leader with 934 total rebounds over 161 games, achieving this milestone as of the end of the 2024-25 season with Budućnost after earlier dominance with Gran Canaria, MoraBanc Andorra, and Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana; his 5.8 rebounds per game average underscores his interior presence.[65] Miro Bilan ranks among the top five with over 700 rebounds, highlighted by his 2017-18 season average of 8.2 per game for Cedevita Zagreb.[66]| Category | Leader | Total/Average | Span | Team(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career Rebounds | Alen Omić | 934 rebounds (5.8 RPG) | 2013-25 | Gran Canaria, MoraBanc Andorra, Cedevita Olimpija, Budućnost |
| Career Offensive Rebounds | Alen Omić | 269 | 2013-25 | Various |
Assists Leaders
Stefan Marković leads in career assists with 491, built through his role as a point guard for Partizan Belgrade and Valencia Basket, averaging 5.2 per game across 94 appearances. Nick Calathes follows closely with over 400 assists, including a standout 2012-13 season where he averaged 6.1 assists en route to MVP honors with Lokomotiv Kuban. Omar Cook holds the per-game record at 6.44 assists over 76 games with multiple teams.[67]| Category | Leader | Total/Average | Span | Team(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career Assists | Stefan Marković | 491 assists (5.2 APG) | 2008-19 | Partizan, Valencia Basket |
| Career Assists Per Game | Omar Cook | 6.44 APG | 2007-15 | Caja Laboral, Unicaja Málaga |
Efficiency Ratings
The EuroCup employs the Performance Index Rating (PIR), a comprehensive metric similar to the NBA's Player Efficiency Rating but tailored for FIBA rules, calculated as: PIR = Points + Rebounds + Assists + Steals + Blocks + (Free Throws Made - Personal Fouls) - Turnovers - Missed Field Goals - Missed Free Throws. This formula rewards positive contributions while penalizing inefficiencies, providing a holistic view of player impact. Keith Langford tops the career PIR averages with 20.1 per game, driven by his scoring efficiency during the 2014-15 and 2015-16 seasons. In single-game peaks, players like Langford have reached 32 PIR, while Jared Harper led the 2024-25 season with a 27.2 PIR average, reflecting his balanced output of scoring, playmaking, and minimal turnovers.[62]Playoff Records
Playoff records emphasize high-stakes performances, with the highest points in a Finals game tied at 35 by multiple players, including Kyle Weems in the 2017 final for Valencia Basket and Jayson Granger in 2018 for Herbalife Gran Canaria. Career playoff points leaders include Bojan Dubljević with over 200 across multiple deep runs. In the 2024-25 Finals, Johnathan Motley averaged 22.0 points while earning MVP honors for Hapoel Tel Aviv's championship sweep.[68][69]| Category | Leader(s) | Points | Game/Span |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest in Finals Game | Kyle Weems, Jayson Granger (tied) | 35 | 2017, 2018 Finals |
| Finals MVP Scoring Avg. (2024-25) | Johnathan Motley | 22.0 PPG | 2024-25 Finals |