FIBA 3x3 World Tour set for historic Dubai debut

Dubai is gearing up to host its first-ever FIBA 3x3 World Tour, bringing the elite professional men’s circuit to Festival Bay, Dubai Festival City.

As many as 14 international teams, including Olympic champions and the sport’s top-ranked contenders, will compete over two days of non-stop basketball on November 6-7, complemented by live entertainment, interactive fan experiences and activities for the whole family.

Entry is free, with advance registration required.

Organised by the Dubai Sports Council, under the supervision of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) and in cooperation with the UAE Basketball Association, the event marks the start of a strategic partnership running through 2028.

The Dubai tournament forms part of the 2026 FIBA 3x3 World Tour, the highest level of professional 3x3 competition, and takes place ahead of the season finale in Rio de Janeiro on December 12-13, 2026.

Serbia’s Ub, the world’s top-ranked team and reigning World Tour Final champions, headline the 14-team field.

Fellow Serbian contenders Liman, also a 2026 World Tour title winner, and the Netherlands’ Amsterdam RABOBANK, featuring Olympic champions Worthy de Jong and Dimeo van der Horst, will also challenge for the title, while host team Dubai gives the home crowd a local side to support.

With an elite international field competing across both days, spectators can expect high-stakes clashes and the opportunity to watch Olympic-level talent up close.

Fast-paced format

Featuring basketball at its fastest pace, 3x3 is contested by three players per side on a single hoop over a 10-minute game that concludes immediately if a team reaches 21 points.

Competition opens on Friday (November 6) with the qualifying and pool-stage games, followed on Saturday by the knockout rounds and a Dunk Contest, culminating in the final at 9:05 pm and the official prize ceremony.

Off the court, Festival Bay will host a comprehensive entertainment programme across both days.

First World Tour in Dubai means one thing: STACKED POOLS 🔥🇦🇪

The action kicks off November 6-7 🤝📆#3x3WTDubai #3x3WT pic.twitter.com/Rs6ov38AWl

— 3x3 Basketball | FIBA3x3 (@FIBA3x3) November 3, 2026