FIBA Competitors

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball. Built around five professional sports leagues — the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League, NBA 2K League and Basketball Africa League — the NBA has established a major international presence with games and programming available in 214 countries and territories in more than 50 languages, and merchandise for sale in more than 200 countries and territories on all seven continents. The NBA’s digital assets include NBA TV, NBA.com, the NBA App and NBA League Pass. The NBA has created one of the largest social media communities in the world, with more than 2.5 billion likes and followers globally across all leagues, team and player platforms. NBA Cares, the NBA’s global social impact platform, drives change on issues facing fans and communities in the areas of health and wellness, civic engagement, social justice and inclusion, and sustainability.

FIBA - the world governing body for basketball - is an independent association formed by 212 National Basketball Federations throughout the world. It is recognized as the sole competent authority in basketball by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). FIBA is a non-profit making organization and, in principle, does not pursue any objective of economic character for its own gains. What we do: • FIBA runs the FIBA Basketball World Cup and FIBA Basketball Women's World Cup every four years • FIBA establishes the Official Basketball Rules, the specifications for equipment and facilities, and all internal executive regulations that must be applied to all international and Olympic competitions, for which FIBA also establishes the system of competition • FIBA controls and governs the appointment of international referees • FIBA regulates the transfer of players from one country to another • FIBA controls and governs all international competitions.

The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) was established in 1996 and has become the premier women's basketball league globally, showcasing the immense talent, athleticism, and dedication of its players. Featuring teams across major U.S. cities and soon-to-be Canada, the WNBA provides a platform for elite female athletes to compete at the highest level, captivating fans worldwide with its intense competition. Beyond the court, the WNBA is a trailblazer in promoting diversity, equality, and social justice. The league, teams, and players actively engage in advocacy efforts, using their platform to address important issues and inspire positive change in their communities. With a rich history of iconic moments and legendary players, the WNBA continues to break barriers and is a symbol of empowerment and resilience both on and off the court. The league has significantly elevated women's sports and remains a driving force in shaping the future, inspiring the next generation of athletes, and continues to grow in popularity through strategic partnerships and increasing media coverage. WNBA TEAMS Atlanta Dream, Chicago Sky, Connecticut Sun, Dallas Wings, Indiana Fever, Las Vegas Aces, Los Angeles Sparks, Minnesota Lynx, New York Liberty, Phoenix Mercury, Seattle Storm, and Washington Mystics. Expansion is on the horizon as the Golden State Valkyries will begin play in 2025, followed by a Toronto team in 2026. TUNE-IN Subscribe to WNBA League Pass to watch games live or on-demand, dive into the archives of past seasons, and enjoy behind the scenes stories of your favorite athletes. WNBA games are broadcast or steamed on ABC, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ION, Meta, NBA TV, Prime Video, and X (formerly Twitter). FOLLOW The official website is WNBA.com. On social media, you can follow @WNBA on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Snapchat, and YouTube. Download the WNBA mobile app for iOS and Android devices.