Italy National Serie B
Teams
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Crema
Virtus TSB 2012 Cassino
Luiss Roma
Roseto
Virtus Salerno
Aurora Desio
Bakery Piacenza
Imola
Legnano
Cecina
San Severo
Agrigento
Reggio Calabria
Green Basket Palermo
Palestrina
Orzinuovi
Bergamo
Olimpo Basket Alba
Ravenna
Capo D'Orlando
Porto Sant'Elpidio
Stella Azzurra Roma
Pescara
Lecco
Latina Basket
Baltur Cento
Napoli
Amatori Pescara
Gessi Borgosesia
Battipaglia
Campli
Basket 2000 Reggio Emilia
Faenza
PMS Moncalieri
Barcellona
Cuore Napoli
Piacentina Piacenza
Cagliari
Recanati
Patti
Co. Mark Bergamo
Bakery Sport Piacentina
Globo Campli
Sigma Barcellona
Gaga Milano Orzibasket
Bottegone
Global Sistemi Forli
Forli
BPC Virtus Tsb Cassino
Virtus Roma
Wikipedia - Serie B Basket
Serie B Basket is the third-tier men's basketball league in Italy.
History
Serie B Basket first began in the 1937–38 season as the second level of the Italian basketball league system, and it remained the 2nd-tier level of the Italian basketball pyramid until the 1954–55 season. Serie B Basket was downgraded to being the third-tier level on the Italian basketball pyramid from the 1955–56 season, until the 1964–65 season. From the 1965–66 season, through the 1973–74 season, it was once again the second-tier level on the Italian basketball pyramid, being one tier below the Serie A Basket.
Serie B Basket was then once again downgraded to being the third-tier level league on the Italian basketball pyramid from the 1974–75 season, through the 1985–86 season. With the creation of the Serie B Excellence (Italian: Serie B d'Eccellenza), Serie B2 was downgraded to being the fourth-tier level on the Italian basketball pyramid, and was renamed to Serie B2 Basket.
From 2008 to 2011, the league was known as Serie B Amateurs Basket (Italian: Serie B Dilettanti Basket). From 2011 to 2014, the league was known as the National B Division Basket (Italian: Divisione Nazionale B Basket). Since 2014, the league has once again been known as the Serie B Basket, and has once again been the third-tier level on the Italian basketball pyramid.
The Italy National Serie B is a prestigious basketball tournament that serves as the third tier of professional basketball in Italy, positioned below the Serie A and Serie A2 leagues. Established to promote and develop basketball talent across the nation, Serie B features a competitive landscape where teams from various regions compete for glory and the chance to ascend to higher divisions.
The tournament showcases a diverse array of clubs, ranging from historic teams with rich legacies to emerging squads eager to make their mark. Each season, the league attracts passionate fans who fill arenas with vibrant energy, creating an electrifying atmosphere for players and spectators alike.
The format of the tournament typically includes a regular season followed by playoffs, culminating in a championship series that determines the league champion. Teams battle it out over a grueling schedule, emphasizing skill, strategy, and teamwork. The top-performing teams earn promotion to Serie A2, while others strive to avoid relegation, adding an extra layer of intensity to the competition.
In addition to the thrilling on-court action, the Italy National Serie B serves as a vital platform for young athletes to showcase their talents and gain exposure, often leading to opportunities in higher leagues. The tournament is not only a celebration of basketball but also a testament to Italy's rich sporting culture and its commitment to nurturing the next generation of basketball stars.
Whether you're a die-hard basketball fan or a newcomer to the sport, the Italy National Serie B promises an exciting experience filled with unforgettable moments, fierce rivalries, and the spirit of competition that defines Italian basketball.