The Israeli Basketball Premier League is the top professional basketball league in Israel. Established in 1954, it features several teams competing for the championship title each season. The league is known for its competitive nature and has produced many talented players who have gone on to play internationally. The league consists of 12 teams, with each team playing a regular season followed by playoffs to determine the champion. The Maccabi Tel Aviv team is one of the most successful in the league's history, having won numerous titles and gained recognition in European competitions.