Basketball in Manchester offers something for everyone, from professional games and community programs to youth development and recreational play. The city’s commitment to the sport is evident through its robust infrastructure, passionate fan base, and continuous efforts to grow and develop basketball at all levels. 

• The Manchester Giants are the city’s professional basketball team, competing in the British Basketball League (BBL), the top tier of British basketball.
• The team was originally established in 1975 and was re-founded in 2011.
• Home games are played at the National Basketball Performance Centre, a state-of-the-art facility located in Belle Vue Sports Village.