This list covers 29 basketball teams whose names run alphabetically from “Los Angeles Lakers” to “Ljubljana Cedevita Olimpija.” You’ll find NBA giants, WNBA and G League clubs, NCAA programs, and professional teams from Europe, Latin America, and China. Together they show just how far the game reaches, from packed American arenas to regional leagues across the globe, all built around the same goal of competing at the highest level.

Basketball teams are organized groups of players who compete together under a shared name, city, or region, following the sport’s official rules. Some, like the Lakers, carry decades of championship history and global fame, while others, like Le Mans Sarthe Basket, represent tight-knit communities with strong local pride. Every team, big or small, contributes to basketball’s rich and varied culture.

Below you’ll find the table with the team, country, city, league, and description for each entry.

Team: The official name of the basketball club, so you can quickly identify who you’re reading about.

Country: The nation where the team is based, helping you place each club on the basketball map.

City: The specific city or town the team calls home, useful if you’re curious about local ties.

League: The competition the team plays in, giving you a sense of its level and reach.

Description: A short summary of the team’s history, achievements, or reputation, so you get context beyond just the name.

Basketball Teams

Descriptions