Basketligaen Norge
| File:BLNO logo.png | |
| Organising body | NBBF |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1974 |
| First season | 1974–75 |
| Country | Norway |
| Confederation | FIBA Europe |
| Number of teams | 11 |
| Level on pyramid | 1 |
| Relegation to | 1. divisjon |
| Domestic cup | Norwegian Cup |
| Current champions | Fyllingen Basketballklubb (2nd title) (2023–24) |
| Most championships | Asker Aliens (6 titles) |
| Website | www |
Basketligaen Norge, better known as BLNO, is a professional men's basketball league in Norway. It was established in 2000 following the rebranding of the former premier division Hovedserien (1974–2000). The competition is organised by the Norwegian Basketball Federation (NBBF). It is played with a regular season and playoff format.
History
[edit | edit source]Basketligaen Norge was established in 2000, replacing the former Hovedserien that had run since 1974.[1] The creation of the league aimed to professionalize basketball in Norway and improve its competitive level.[2]
During the 2000s, BLNO grew steadily, expanding its team roster and introducing playoffs to enhance the excitement and audience engagement.[3] Clubs like Asker Aliens emerged as dominant, securing multiple titles and raising the league’s profile.[4]
In the late 2010s, the league faced financial difficulties and fluctuating team participation, but efforts were made to stabilize and revitalize the competition.[5] The COVID-19 pandemic led to cancellation of the 2020–21 season, disrupting league operations.[6]
Recent investments in youth development programs and media partnerships, such as with MyGame streaming, have helped increase the league’s visibility and fan base.[7]
Format
[edit | edit source]The season consists of a regular season followed by playoffs, which determine the league champion. The lowest-ranked teams are relegated to the 1. divisjon.[8]
Current teams (2024–25)
[edit | edit source]2024–25 teams
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| Team | City | Arena |
|---|---|---|
| Ammerud | Oslo | Apallokka |
| Asker Aliens | Asker | Vollenhallen |
| Bærum | Bærum | Rykkinnhallen |
| Centrum Tigers | Oslo | Vulkanhallen |
| Frøya | Bergen | Frøya Idrettspark |
| Fyllingen | Framohallen | |
| Gimle | Gimlehallen | |
| Kongsberg Miners | Kongsberg | Kongsberghallen |
| Nidaros Jets | Trondheim | Trondheim Spektrum |
| Oppsal Panthers | Oslo | Oppsal Arena |
| Tromsø Storm | Tromsø | Tromsøhallen |
Former teams
[edit | edit source]| Club |
First season in top division |
Number of seasons in top division |
Top division titles |
Last title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bergen Bulldogs | 2001–02 | 1 | – | n/a |
| Bærums Verk Jets | 2000–01 | 5 | 1 | 2003–04 |
| Fjellhamar Stallions | 2006–07 | 3 | – | n/a |
| Frøya Ambassadors | 2002–03 | 3 | – | n/a |
| Harstad Vikings | 2000–01 | 10 | 1 | 2005–06 |
| Kongsberg Penguins | 2000–01 | 7 | – | n/a |
| Kristiansand Pirates | 2000–01 | 9 | – | n/a |
| Langhus | 2011–12 | 1 | – | n/a |
| Oslo Kings | 2000–01 | 2 | 1 | 2000–01 |
| Ulriken Eagles | 2000–01 | 11 | 2 | 2008–09 |
| Vålerenga Kings | 2002–03 | 1 | – | n/a |
Finals
[edit | edit source]| Season | Champion | Result | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–01 | Oslo Kings | 3–2 | Kongsberg Penguins |
| 2001–02 | Asker Aliens | 3–0 | Kongsberg Penguins |
| 2002–03 | Asker Aliens | 3–0 | Harstad Vikings |
| 2003–04 | Bærum Basket | 3–2 | Harstad Vikings |
| 2004–05 | Asker Aliens | 3–0 | Harstad Vikings |
| 2005–06 | Harstad Vikings | 3–2 | Asker Aliens |
| 2006–07 | Ulriken Eagles | 3–1 | Harstad Vikings |
| 2007–08 | Asker Aliens | 3–0 | Harstad Vikings |
| 2008–09 | Ulriken Eagles | 3–2 | Tromsø Storm |
| 2009–10 | Asker Aliens | 3–1 | Tromsø Storm |
| 2010–11 | Bærum | 3–2 | Tromsø Storm |
| 2011–12 | Frøya | 80–78 | Asker Aliens |
| 2012–13 | Bærum | 81–65 | Tromsø Storm |
| 2013–14 | Gimle | 102–68 | Ammerud |
| 2014–15 | Asker Aliens | 81–75 | Bærum |
| 2015–16 | Centrum Tigers | 85–71 | Tromsø Storm |
| 2016–17 | Centrum Tigers | 87–74 | Gimle |
| 2017–18 | Kongsberg Miners | 2–1 | Asker Aliens |
| 2018–19 | Kongsberg Miners | 2–1 | Gimle |
| 2019–20 | Cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic | ||
| 2020–21 | |||
| 2021–22 | Gimle | 3–1 | Bærum |
| 2022–23 | Gimle | 3–1 | Frøya Ambassadors |
| 2023–24 | Fyllingen BBK | 3–0 | Bærum |
| 2024–25 | Fyllingen BBK | 3–2 | Kongsberg Miners |
Awards
[edit | edit source]Most Valuable Player
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Finals MVP
[edit | edit source]| Year | Player | Position | Nationality | Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–12 | Miilah Kombat | F | File:Flag of Norway.svg Norway | Frøya Basket |
| 2013–14 | Audun Eskeland | PG | File:Flag of Norway.svg Norway | Gimle Basket |
| 2014–15 | Anders Stien | SG | File:Flag of Norway.svg Norway | Asker Aliens |
| 2015–16 | Roy Nwachukwu | F | File:Flag of Norway.svg Norway | Centrum Tigers |
| 2016–17 | Aksel Bolin | F | File:Flag of Norway.svg Norway | Centrum Tigers |
| 2017–18 | Brian Voelkel | F | Republic of Ireland Ireland | Kongsberg Miners |
| 2018–19 | Robert Hubbs | SG | United States United States | Kongsberg Miners |
| 2021–22 | Milovan Savic | C | File:Flag of Croatia.svg Croatia | Gimle Basket |
| 2022–23 | Jørgen Odfjell | F | File:Flag of Norway.svg Norway | Gimle Basket |
| 2023–24 | Terrell Brown | G | File:Flag of the United States (23px).png United States | Fyllingen BBK |
| 2024–25 | Dashawn Davis | G | File:Flag of the United States (23px).png United States | Fyllingen BBK |
Young Player of the Year
[edit | edit source]| Year | Player | Position | Nationality | Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–12 | Magnus Midtvedt | G | File:Flag of Norway.svg Norway | Asker Aliens |
| 2012–13 | Marko Lepovic | SG | File:Flag of Serbia.svg Serbia | Centrum Tigers |
| 2014–15 | Johannes Dolven | F | File:Flag of Norway.svg Norway | Bærum Basket |
| 2015–16 | Harald Eika Frey | PG | File:Flag of Norway.svg Norway | Centrum Tigers |
| 2016–17 | Lars Fredrik Espe | PG | File:Flag of Norway.svg Norway | Gimle |
| 2017–18 | Mikal Gjerde | SG | File:Flag of Norway.svg Norway | Kongsberg Miners |
| 2018–19 | Sigurd Lorange | PG | File:Flag of Norway.svg Norway | Gimle |
| 2019–20 | Jørgen Odfjell | G | File:Flag of Norway.svg Norway | Gimle |
| 2021–22 | Hallvard Venstad Staff | F | File:Flag of Norway.svg Norway | Tromsø Storm |
| 2022–23 | Oscar Hellebust | C | File:Flag of Norway.svg Norway | Bærum Basket |
| 2023–24 | Reidar Greve | PG | File:Flag of Norway.svg Norway | Gimle |
| 2024–25 | Sivert Nordheim | G/F | File:Flag of Norway.svg Norway | Centrum Tigers |
Defensive Player of the Year
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