Basketball is a popular sport in South Korea, with a strong following at both professional and amateur levels. The Korean Basketball Organization (KBO) oversees the professional league, known as the Korean Basketball League (KBL), which features teams from various cities and attracts significant viewership. In addition to professional play, basketball is widely played in schools and communities across South Korea. The country has produced notable players, such as Ha Seung-Jin, who made history as the first South Korean to play in the NBA. The sport continues to grow, fostering local talent and increasing its popularity.