Access the official eFIBA Rule Book for detailed rules, and regulations applicable to all eFIBA events.
The eFIBA Rule Book outlines the official regulations governing all eFIBA competitions. Review the rules to ensure fair play and competitive integrity.
Applies to
eFIBA competitions
Includes: Online competition rules, eligibility, fair play
Key Rules at a Glance
Each team represents one National Member Federation (NMF).
Teams consist of 5–7 players (online competitions) or 5 players (in-person).
Players must:
- Be at least 16 years old - Hold the nationality of the NMF they represent - Play for only one NMF per season
Only verified players approved by FIBA may compete.
All games are played on NBA 2K (latest version) on PlayStation 5.
Players must have:
A valid PSN ID
An active PlayStation Plus subscription
External devices (Cronus, Zens, or similar) are strictly prohibited.
Official communication is conducted only via the competition Discord.
Teams must be on time:
Arriving 5 minutes late results in a forfeit (0–20 loss).
Home and Away teams are assigned by officials and must follow the code search procedure exactly.
Each player’s avatar must have a minimum overall rating of 90.
Rhythm Shooting is NOT allowed:
Any points scored using it will be invalidated.
Avatars may not resemble real-life public figures without consent.
If a player disconnects:
The game continues with AI controlling the avatar.
Bugs, lag, or glitches do not justify restarts or protests.
Intentional or repeated disconnections may lead to disciplinary action.
Each team must provide a live gameplay stream to officials.
Players may be required to:
Participate in interviews
Attend media days
Provide photos and content
Social media posts must include #eFIBA and tag @eFIBA_official.
Players must behave respectfully at all times (in-game, on stream, and on social media).
Prohibited behavior includes:
Cheating or exploiting bugs
Harassment, hate speech, or abusive conduct
Playing under the influence of alcohol or drugs
Violations may result in forfeits, fines, suspension, or disqualification.
This is a simplified overview.
👉 For full legal and operational details, always refer to the Official eFIBA Competition Regulations (PDF)