FIBA 3x3 World Tour Reaches Climax in Bucharest
The high-octane FIBA 3x3 World Tour regular season is set for its grand finale in the heart of Romania. The Bucharest 2025 event, scheduled for November 8-9, marks the sixteenth and final stop before the ultimate showdown at the Manama Final. This tournament promises a spectacular blend of emerging talent and established champions, creating a perfect stage for redemption stories and historic breakthroughs in the fast-paced world of 3x3 basketball.
Complete Schedule and How to Watch Live
The basketball action in Bucharest kicks off on Friday, November 8, and concludes on Saturday, November 9. For fans around the globe, including India, catching every dribble, pass, and dramatic two-point shot is easy. The entire tournament will be streamed live and free of charge on the official FIBA 3x3 YouTube channel, ensuring you don't miss a moment of the excitement.
The Elite Teams Competing for Glory
A formidable lineup of sixteen world-class teams will battle it out on the asphalt. The competition is incredibly strong, featuring 14 of the top 22-ranked teams globally. The complete list of participating squads is:
- Ub (SRB)
- Miami (USA)
- Amsterdam Rabobank (NED)
- Liman (SRB)
- Toulouse (FRA)
- Raudondvaris Hoptrans (LTU)
- Chongming (CHN)
- Vienna (AUT)
- Skyliners (GER)
- Rifa (BRN)
- Carolina (PUR)
- Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL)
- Barcelona (ESP)
- Lausanne (SUI)
- Podebrady (CZE)
- Bucharest Stiinta (ROU – hosts)
Top Title Contenders and Players to Watch
The battle for the Bucharest crown is wide open, with several teams in prime form. The Skyliners from Germany are riding a massive wave of momentum after recently becoming the first German team ever to win a World Tour event. Their success is powered by rising star Leon Fertig, who has elevated his game alongside the experienced Stefan Kojic.
Despite three consecutive semi-final losses, the top-ranked Ub from Serbia remains the team everyone fears. If they can rediscover their dominant early-season form, they are the definitive team to beat. Anchoring their campaign is the legendary Strahinja Stojacic, known as "Doctor Strange," who is fired up to end the season on a high.
Miami (USA), the second seed, has been a semi-final specialist with four straight wins in that round but has struggled in the finals. Their attack is masterfully led by Henry Caruso, widely considered the second-best player in the world.
Other notable forces include Liman (SRB) and Raudondvaris Hoptrans (LTU), both of whom have already secured World Tour titles this year. Keep an eye on Franck Seguela from Toulouse, who aims to return to his early-season number one form, and the Vienna squad, which boasts two former World Tour MVPs in Quincy Diggs and Nico Kaltenbrunner. Sharpshooters like Guim Exposito (Barcelona), Nauris Miezis, Anand Ariunbold, and Antonio Ralat can change the game in seconds with their long-range shooting.
This final regular-season event is more than just a tournament; it's the last chance for teams to build momentum and secure their legacy before the season finale in Manama, promising a weekend of non-stop, electrifying 3x3 basketball action.
