The Korean Basketball League (KBL) is the top professional basketball league in South Korea, established in 1997. It features ten teams that compete annually for the championship title. The league typically runs from October to April, followed by playoffs to determine the champion. KBL teams include popular franchises like the Seoul SK Knights and the Busan KT Sonicboom. The league has gained recognition for its competitive play and has produced several talented players, some of whom have gone on to play in international leagues, including the NBA.