MIES (Switzerland) – FIBA 3x3 is one of the most accessible and dynamic professional sports platforms in the world. From local playgrounds to packed international arenas, any player or team can rise to the global stage — if they’re good enough.
Unlike traditional leagues, the FIBA 3x3 Men’s Pro Circuit is open to all. There are no franchises, no drafts, and no closed systems. The path to the top is built on one thing: performance.
A Transparent Path to the World Stage
FIBA 3x3 operates two separate competition systems:
The Pro Circuit : In the Men category, it is an open-entry, city-based competitions including the
Challengers, World Tours, and World Tour Final. Any team — whether self-organized or backed by a club or sponsor — can qualify through results.
National Team Competitions: Invitation-only events like the Olympic Games and World Cups, where players represent their countries.
This article focuses on the Men Pro Circuit.
How It Works
Create a Player Profile: Every player starts by creating a confirmed profile on play.fiba3x3.basketball. This platform tracks rankings, stats, and results.
Register for Events: Teams form by registering for FIBA-endorsed events — like Lite Quests and Quests — which serve as qualifiers for higher-level competitions.
Climb the Ladder: Strong performances can lead to invitations to Challengers and eventually the World Tour. To play these Pro Events, teams must be officially validated by FIBA.
Earn Your Spot: The best teams in the world get rewarded with rankings, prize money, and automatic invitations to major events. Everything is based on merit — not market size or buy-ins.
For Players, Teams, and Federations Alike
Whether you’re an individual player, a group of friends, a private investor, or a national federation — you can build a 3x3 team and reach the top. Many of today’s elite teams started in small local events before earning their place on the global stage.
“FIBA 3x3 is the most open and merit-based pro sports system in the world,” says Alex Sanchez, FIBA 3x3 Managing Director. “If you can perform, you can climb. Whether you're a player or a federation — the path is clear.”
Ready to Play?
Start by creating your player profile at play.fiba3x3.basketball.
Search for events near you.
Build your ranking.
Earn your way to the Pro Circuit.
No shortcuts. No barrier. Just basketball. Written by Nico Widmer, co-founder of THRIX Agency