MACAU (China) - The FIBA 3x3 World Tour returns to Macau for its fourth edition on October 17-18, bringing the world's best 3x3 basketball teams to one of Asia's most recognizable cultural landmarks.
With top seed Ub (SRB) leading a 16-team field, the competition will feature established World Tour contenders, ambitious challengers and a host team looking to make the most of home-court advantage. The action will unfold at the Ruins of Saint Paul's, where the historic setting will provide a distinctive backdrop for two days of fast-paced 3x3 basketball.
Here's everything you need to know before the action gets underway.
Where is the event?
The FIBA 3x3 World Tour Macau 2026 will take place at the Ruins of Saint Paul's, located along Calçada de São Paulo in Macau, China.
Macau is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, blending Chinese and Portuguese influences across its architecture, traditions and culinary scene. The Historic Centre of Macau, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, reflects this distinctive identity, with the Ruins of Saint Paul's standing among the city's most iconic landmarks.
Originally part of the Church of Mater Dei, the celebrated façade remains a defining symbol of Macau's history. Its setting in the heart of the city's tourist district will bring 3x3 basketball to a vibrant urban environment, surrounded by historic architecture and the energy of one of Asia's most popular destinations.
When is it?
The tournament takes place on October 17-18, with qualifying and pool games on Saturday before the knockout rounds and finals on Sunday.
Schedule
🔸 Saturday, October 17: World Tour Qualifying Draw and Pool Games
🔸 Sunday, October 18: Knockout Games and Final
The two-day format will see teams battle for places in the Main Draw before the leading contenders begin their pursuit of the WT Macau banner.
Who are the teams?
Sixteen teams feature in the Macau seedings, led by World No. 1 Ub. Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED) and Miami (USA) follow in second and third, respectively, while Baskets Bonn (GER) and Skyliners (GER) complete the top five.
The top eight are rounded out by Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL), Shanghai (CHN) and Vienna (AUT). Host team Cotai WOLFUNITED (MAC) and Hong Kong (HKG) are also directly placed in the Main Draw.
Six more teams will compete in two Qualifying Draw, with the winners earning the final two places in the 12-team Main Draw.
Pools
Qualifying Draw A: DeQing (CHN), Warsaw (POL), Colosseum (ITA) Qualifying Draw B: Taipei WanBao (TPE), Bordeaux (FRA), Doha (QAT)
Main Draw
Pool A: Ub (SRB), Vienna (AUT), Cotai WOLFUNITED (MAC) Pool B: Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED), Shanghai (CHN), Hong Kong (HKG) Pool C: Miami (USA), Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL), QD A Pool D: Baskets Bonn (GER), Skyliners (GER), QD B
(See the Full Team Seedings list for more information)
How does the competition work?
The tournament begins with two Qualifying Draws, each featuring three teams competing for one place in the Main Draw. DeQing (CHN), Warsaw (POL0 and Colosseum (ITA) make up Qualifying Draw A, while Taipei WanBao (TPE), Bordeaux (FRA) and Doha (QAT) feature in Qualifying Draw B.
The two qualifying winners join the 10 directly placed teams in the 12-team Main Draw, which is divided into four pools of three.
Teams compete in pool play on Saturday, with the top two teams from each pool advancing to the Quarter-Finals. The knockout rounds continue on Sunday, culminating in the Final, where the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Macau 2026 winners will be crowned.
Who won last year?
Lugano HANDONG (SUI) captured the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Macau 2025 title, defeating Miami (USA) in the Final. Ub (SRB) finished third.
The previous two editions were dominated by Ub Huishan NE, who claimed back-to-back titles in 2023 and 2024. They defeated Liman Huishan NE (SRB) in the 2023 Final before overcoming Paris (FRA) a year later.
Ub will now look to return to the top of the podium in Macau, while Amsterdam, Miami and Baskets Bonn are among the teams hoping to add another World Tour title to their 2026 campaigns.
Which players should you watch?
Macau features a host of players to watch, led by World Tour No. 1 Strahinja Stojacic (Ub), who will be eager to bounce back after his team's early exit in the recent WT Bucharest 2026. Bryan Alberts (Amsterdam RABOBANK) will look to continue delivering in big moments, while WT Zadar MVP James Parrott (Miami) brings scoring firepower and defensive presence. Fabian Giessmann (Baskets Bonn), meanwhile, has helped his team claim three World Tour stop victories this season and ranks among the circuit's leading shot-blockers and dunkers.
Stefan Kojic (Skyliners) and Anand Ariunbold (Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy) remain two of the most dangerous two-point shooters in 3x3 basketball. Karlis Lasmanis (Shanghai), a FIBA 3x3 World Cup 2026 winner with Latvia, brings championship experience, while Nico Kaltenbrunner (Vienna) arrives after reaching the top four at WT Deqing. With several teams chasing their first World Tour stop victory of the season, these players could prove decisive in Macau.
(See the full Players to Watch feature for more.)
Why does Macau matter?
Macau offers a distinctive setting for the FIBA 3x3 World Tour, combining a rich cultural heritage with a vibrant tourism and entertainment scene.
The city is known for its blend of Chinese and Portuguese influences, historic architecture and diverse culinary traditions. Beyond its cultural attractions, Macau regularly hosts international sporting competitions across a variety of disciplines.
Bringing the World Tour to the Ruins of Saint Paul's places 3x3 basketball at the heart of this historic destination. The iconic landmark offers a striking backdrop for the competition, connecting the sport's urban identity with one of Asia's most recognizable cultural sites.
For the teams, Macau represents another opportunity to claim a World Tour stop victory and strengthen their position in a competitive 2026 season.
How can you follow?
Follow the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Macau 2026 through the official World Tour website and FIBA 3x3's social media channels.
Visit the official event website for the latest news, pools, schedules, results and standings. Follow @FIBA3x3 for 24/7 3x3 basketball coverage throughout the tournament.
Official hashtags: #3x3WTMacau #3x3WT
Stay Connected
Follow all the latest action from the FIBA 3x3 World Tour throughout the 2026 season by visiting the official World Tour website, where you can find the latest news, team standings, player statistics and everything you need to follow the Race to the Final. Fans can also keep track of the Event Calendar and the latest FIBA 3x3 Individual and Federation Rankings as teams and players continue their push toward the season finale.
Want to learn more about 3x3 basketball? Explore the official FIBA 3x3 Rules to understand the unique fast-paced format of the game, or discover the FIBA 3x3 Competition Structure to see how the discipline’s global pathway connects grassroots events, professional tours and world-class international competitions.
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