The Basketball Bundesliga (BBL) is the top professional basketball league in Germany. Founded in 1966, it features teams from various cities competing for the championship title. The league is known for its high level of competition and has produced many talented players who have gone on to play internationally. The BBL consists of 18 teams that play a regular season followed by playoffs to determine the champion. The league is governed by the German Basketball Federation and is a key part of the country's sports culture, attracting fans and promoting basketball at all levels, including youth programs and local clubs.