Basketball Schedule 2026 — International Tournaments & Local Fixtures for Kenyan Bettors
If watching basketball is your favorite hobby, why not use it to make a profit?
With proper planning, you can build a successful strategy for winning. This is why we have prepared a comprehensive basketball calendar for 2026, listing events with a monthly breakdown. We don’t waste time; we keep everything brief and informative.
What to Expect from the 2026 Basketball Season
The 2026 season continues to highlight African club growth, with local leagues and major international tournaments creating strong betting opportunities. Below is a quick overview of the African basketball season, followed by major international fixtures.
| Zambia Basketball League | February – November 2026 |
| KBF Premier League | March – November 2026 |
| Basketball Africa League (BAL) | April – June 2026 |
Major Basketball Events in 2026
The major basketball events in the upcoming season are split across the NBA, FIBA, EuroLeague, BAL, and NCAA.
NBA
The 2025/26 NBA season runs into 2026 with the All-Star break in February, the Play-In Tournament in April, playoffs through May, and the NBA Finals in June. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
| Stage | Dates |
| All-Star Weekend | Feb 13–15, 2026 (Los Angeles) |
| Play-In Tournament | Mid-April 2026 |
| NBA Playoffs | Mid-April – June 2026 |
| NBA Finals | June 2026 |
FIBA AfroBasket
AfroBasket (men and women) is not scheduled annually, so 2026 is typically focused on qualifiers, continental windows, and club competitions rather than a full AfroBasket finals tournament year.
FIBA Basketball World Cup Qualifiers
The path to the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup continues in 2026. The calendar windows for qualifying matches are scheduled as follows:
| Basketball Schedule (2026) | |
| 1 | February 23 – March 3, 2026 |
| 2 | June 29 – July 7, 2026 |
| 3 | August 24 – September 1, 2026 |
| 4 | November 23 – December 1, 2026 |
EuroLeague
The EuroLeague season runs across the year, and the headline climax is the Final Four. The 2026 EuroLeague Final Four will be hosted in Athens, Greece. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
| Regular Season | Oct 2025 – Apr 2026 | Europe |
| Quarterfinals | April – May 2026 | Europe |
| Final Four | May 2026 | Athens, Greece |
BAL
The Basketball Africa League remains the top club competition in Africa. It typically runs from April to June each year.
| Conference Games | April – May 2026 |
| Playoffs and Final | June 2026 |
NCAA March Madness (2026)
The NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament returns in March and ends in early April. The 2026 Final Four and National Championship will be held in Indianapolis (Lucas Oil Stadium) on April 4 and April 6, 2026. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
| Tournament Window | March – April | USA (multiple cities) |
| Final Four & Final | April 4 & 6, 2026 | Indianapolis (IN) |
African Basketball Leagues
Local leagues remain the lifeblood of the sport across Africa. Find the African basketball fixtures below:
| Kenya | Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) | March – November 2026 | Regular season + playoffs |
| Zambia | Zambia Basketball League | February – November 2026 | Regional leagues + national playoffs |
| Nigeria | Nigeria Premier Basketball (NBBF) | April – October 2026 | Zonal leagues + Final |
| South Africa | Basketball National League (BNL) | May – September 2026 | Group stage + playoffs |
Month-by-Month Breakdown of the 2026 Basketball Calendar
Are there too many dates to remember? We’ve created a monthly calendar of the most important basketball events in 2026—just save them to your notes and enjoy your betting experience!
January
- NBA regular season continues (2025/26 season)
February
- NBA All-Star Weekend (Feb 13–15, 2026 — Los Angeles)
- FIBA World Cup Qualifiers Window (Feb 23 – Mar 3, 2026)
March
- NCAA March Madness (March – early April 2026)
April
- NBA regular season ends (early/mid-April)
- NBA Play-In Tournament (mid-April)
- NBA Playoffs begin (mid-April)
May
- NBA Playoffs continue
- EuroLeague Playoffs + Final Four build-up
June
- NBA Finals (June 2026)
- BAL Playoffs & Final (June 2026)
July
- FIBA World Cup Qualifiers Window (June 29 – July 7, 2026)
August
- FIBA World Cup Qualifiers Window (Aug 24 – Sep 1, 2026)
September–December
- National leagues (Kenya/Zambia/Nigeria/SA) continue depending on country calendar
- FIBA World Cup Qualifiers Window (Nov 23 – Dec 1, 2026)
- NBA 2026/27 season begins (Oct 2026)
Why do you need to keep this schedule in your betting calendar?
Looking at these basketball fixtures, 2026 promises to be another exciting year. The calendar allows you to plan your bets in advance of each tournament and respond to developments as they unfold. You can follow injury reports, monitor travel schedules, back-to-back games, and rest days—all of which affect performance and point spreads. If you know when key matchups are coming, you can also anticipate market movements and place bets early, often locking in better value.
FAQ
What types of basketball bets can I place?
You can bet on everything from simple match winners to point spreads, total points (over/under), quarter/half outcomes, player props, and even long-term futures.
Can I bet on basketball using bonuses?
Yes. Paripesa bet accepts bonus bets on most basketball events. You can use your welcome bonus and special promotions to wager on the sport.
What’s the minimum and maximum stake for basketball bets?
Betting limits start at KES 200 and reach up to KES 15,000 per bet.
