After learning all about the NBA, now it’s time to learn all about the NBB (Novo Basquete Brasil), the competition created by the National Basketball League that represents the sport in Brazil. In this article, you’ll find out when the tournament was born, what its objectives are and what the advantages are for the teams that are part of it.
We’ll also show you why the NBB is one of the most competitive competitions in Brazil, which teams and players are the most prominent in it. You’ll also find out how the NBB is able to promote Brazilian basketball around the world and more.
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All about the NBB: when it started
The NBB came into being back in 2008, as a competition created by Brazilian basketball teams to professionalize the sport in Brazil, helping to promote it in the rest of the world.
Before the existence of the NBB, basketball in Brazil was divided into various regional and state competitions. It was therefore more complicated to organize and develop the sport, as well as to promote and attract new athletes and fans.
So, ever since the NBB was created, basketball has been growing more and more, becoming one of the most popular sports in Brazil. Here, however, we’re only talking about men’s basketball.
All about the NBB: a brief history
As we’ve already mentioned, the NBB was created in 2008 by the National Basketball League, with the aim of uniting national men’s basketball into one.
The first seasons of the competition were marked by consolidating the league and highlighting the importance of this new competition format. Gradually, then, popularity grew and Brazilian basketball became more notable.
Over time, the NBB began to gain many sponsors and media space, resulting in the acquisition of the best basketball players on its teams. Today, the NBB is consolidated as one of the most important tournaments in Brazil, bringing a diverse audience to the courts.
All about the NBB: current teams
Currently, the NBB has teams from Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, the Federal District, Minas Gerais, Bahia and Santa Catarina. See the list of all participating teams:
- Bauru
- Brasília Basquete
- Caxias do Sul
- Cerrado Basquete
- Corinthians
- Flamengo
- Fortaleza/Basquete cearense
- Franca
- Minas
- Pato Basquete
- Paulistano
- Pinheiros
- Rio Claro
- São José
- São Paulo
- União Corinthians
- Unifacisa
All about the NBB: main champions
Of all the teams competing in the NBB, the ones that have stood out the most over the years are Flamengo and Lobos Brasília, which no longer exists.
Next up are Franca, Bauru and Paulistano. See the list of first-place titles in the championships:
- Flamengo: seven titles
- Lobos Brasília: three titles
- Franca: two titles
- Bauru: a title
- Paulistano: a title
All about the NBB: best players
The NBB has a number of extremely talented players who have been making a name for themselves on the court at every championship. Here’s a list of some of the most outstanding players in the competition:
- Marcelinho Machado: considered an NBB legend, he spent most of his career with Flamengo;
- Leandrinho Barbosa: thanks to his impressive speed and skill, he led the Franca Basquete and Pinheiros teams to success;
- Alex Garcia: One of the most respected players in the NBB, he played a key role in Flamengo’s victories;
- Marcelinho Huertas : with an excellent vision of the game, he left his mark on several teams, especially Brasília;
- Anderson Varejão: with all his talent, Brazilian basketball has reached surprising and remarkable levels in the NBB.
All about the NBB: main rules
Like the NBA, the NBB also has its own established rules, mainly those created by the International Basketball Federation. See what the rules are!
Duração de jogo
An NBB basketball game has four periods, each lasting 10 minutes. In the event of a tie, five-minute periods are added until there is a winner.
Equipes e pontuação
Each team in an NBB basketball match can have five players on the court, including a point guard, two pivots and two wings. Scoring is done inside the three-point line, outside the three-point line and on free throws.
Regras específicas
The NBB has rules regarding fouls and substitutions, and everything depends on each game. Normally, the basic rules already known from basketball as a whole are taken into account.
Tudo sobre o NBB: classificação
In order for a team to qualify during the NBB, it has to be scored through wins, each of which earns points. Losses don’t count for points, of course. There are also tiebreakers, and everything depends on the rules determined for each match.
The standings are also based on the points obtained in the playoffs, taking into account the relegations and promotions of each team. In other words, if a team goes up, the points increase, and if a team is relegated, the points decrease.
Basically, then, the score is extremely important for teams to qualify for the NBB championship.
All about the NBB: curiosities
Now it’s time to find out some curiosities about the NBB! The first is that Flamengo is the greatest champion in the history of the championship, standing out as one of the greatest teams in Brazil and the world.
Speaking of world championships, the NBB has already seen the participation of foreign teams in special editions of the tournaments, bringing a unique experience for both players and fans.
It’s worth noting that the NBB is a school for great basketball talent, allowing young players to show their full potential. They can then be scouted by other teams, either in Brazil or abroad.
Another interesting fact about the championship is that the NBB has implemented several changes to its rules over the years, making the sport ever fairer and also more attractive.
Basketball is very popular in Brazil, so the games of the NBB championships bring in a large audience, both on television and on streaming platforms.
All about the NBB: where to watch
If you’re interested in learning more about the sport, you can watch the NBB championship matches on sports channels such as ESPN and SporTV, as well as streaming platforms such as DAZN.
You can also follow the games on the NBB’s social networks and official websites, as well as streaming and pay-TV apps on your cell phones and tablets.
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