Basketball Betting in Ireland

Latest Basketball odds

Game ID	Time	Event	Category	Result
3651257	00:30 – 17/06	Oklahoma City Thunder vs Indiana Pacers	NBA	Oklahoma City Thunder 1.18 4.40 Indiana Pacers 4.40
3654357	18:30 – 17/06	Brescia vs Virtus Bologna	Serie A	Brescia 1.95 1.72 Virtus Bologna 1.72
3651078	00:30 – 16/06	CD Colegio Los Leones vs CD Universidad De Concepcion	Liga Nacional	CD Colegio Los Leones 1.66 2.05 CD Universidad De Concepcion 2.05
3654084	15:50 – 16/06	BC Lietkabelis Panevezys vs BC Jonava	LKL	BC Lietkabelis Panevezys 1.36 2.62 BC Jonava 2.62
3653789	18:00 – 16/06	Legia Warsaw vs MKS Start Lublin	PLK	Legia Warsaw 1.25 3.20 MKS Start Lublin 3.20

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Basketball has a strong following in Ireland, with many fans enjoying the sport and punters eager to bet on its biggest tournaments. Betiton Ireland offers comprehensive coverage of major basketball leagues, including college basketball. It’s also one of the best sites for live sports betting. Read our guide for more on online basketball betting and tips to improve your odds.

Basketball Betting Odds

Betting odds represent the probability of each outcome in a game. Whether it’s the team to win or how many points a player will score, a bookmaker provides them so you can place your bets.

Odds also show how much you can win based on your stake. Betiton uses fractional odds for easy interpretation and payout calculations, but you can switch to decimal or American formats in the settings. Understanding how odds work is key to making informed wagers.

Bet on Basketball Biggest Competitions

🏀 Basketball Competition	🏟️ Place	📅 Dates
✔️ NBA	Various	October 2024 – June 2025
✔️ FIBA Basketball World Cup	Qatar	27th August – 12th September 2027
✔️ Olympic Basketball Tournament	USA	2028
✔️ EuroLeague	Germany (Final Four Game)	3rd October 2024 – 25th May 2025
✔️ NCAA College Basketball	San Antonio	18th March – 7th April 2025
✔️ NBL	Various	September 2024 – March 2025
✔️ Basketball Bundesliga	Germany	20th September 2024 – 15th June 2025
✔️ British Basketball League	England & Scotland	September 2024 – May 2025
✔️ LKL	Lithuania	21st September 2024 – 21st May 2025
✔️ Lega Basket Serie A	Italy	29th September 2024 – 16th June 2025

National Basketball Association (NBA)

The NBA is the highest level of professional basketball in the United States. It’s also considered the premier men’s league worldwide, originally founded in 1946 in New York. The NBA consists of 30 teams, producing some of the world’s most iconic players, like Kobe Bryant and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

FIBA Basketball World Cup

Thisis an international competition contested between the national teams of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) members. Basketball World Cup betting is especially popular, as it’s only held every four years. The United States and Yugoslavia have each won the World Cup five times.

Olympic Basketball Tournament

Basketball has been a popular part of the Summer Olympic Games since it was officially included in the programme in 1936. Women’s basketball made its Olympic debut 40 years later, in 1976. FIBA organises the Olympic qualifying tournaments for both men’s and women’s teams. The United States has also always been the most successful in the Olympics.

EuroLeague Basketball Betting

The EuroLeague, also called the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague, is Europe’s premier men’s basketball club competition. The league was founded in 1957 and consists of 18 teams. The EuroLeague previously followed a tournament format before switching to a league system in the 2016/17 season. Real Madrid is the most successful club, with 11 titles.

NCAA College Basketball Betting Odds

This is another popular way for Irish fans to bet on this sport. Like college football, betting on college basketball means wagering on the top college or university teams in the US. The NCAA is the highest-level college league, and it’s split into three divisions (Division I, Division II, and Division III).

National Basketball League (NBL) 

The National Basketball League (NBL) refers to multiple leagues across countries. The original NBL was a professional men’s league in the United States. It was founded in 1937 and consisted of 38 teams. The league ran for 12 seasons before merging with the Basketball Association of America (BAA) to form the NBA in 1949.

Today, the most well-known NBL is based in Australia, making it one of the top professional basketball leagues. When betting, always check which league the odds refer to, as “NBL” is used in multiple regions.

Basketball Bundesliga

The Basketball Bundesliga (BBL) is Germany’s top-tier professional league. It was founded over 50 years ago in 1966 and consists of 18 teams. The BBL consists of a league stage followed by the playoffs before the final round. The most successful BBL team with 14 championships is Bayer Giants Leverkusen.

British Basketball League

The British Basketball League (BBL) is the UK’s official men’s professional basketball league. The league was founded in 1987, and a competition is held annually, contested by 10 teams across England and Scotland. The current champions are the London Lions, who are on their third title, while the most successful team is the Newcastle Eagles.

LKL

The LKL is the Lithuanian Basketball League (Lietuvos Krepšinio Lyga), the country’s premier men’s club basketball league. Founded in 1993, it consists of 12 teams competing in a quadruple round-robin format, with the top eight clubs advancing to the playoffs. Žalgiris is the top LKL club, winning a record 24 times.

Lega Basket Serie A

The Lega Basket Serie A (LBA) is an Italian professional league and one of the oldest club leagues in basketball. It was founded over a century ago, in 1920, and organised by Lega Basket. The LBA consists of 16 teams, and it is played following official FIBA rules. Olimpia Milano is the most successful team, with 30 championship titles.

Basketball Betting Markets

Below, I’ve listed the most popular basketball bets you can make at Betiton Ireland:

• Moneyline – Moneyline betting is straightforward: choose which team will win the game.
• Handicap – The favourite team is given a virtual disadvantage, and the underdog a virtual advantage to even the odds
• Over/Under– This is an example of totals betting where you can bet on the score being lower or higher than the specific number set by the bookmaker.
• First to X points – This is a type of prop betting in basketball in which you try to predict which team will reach a specific number of points first.

How to Bet on Basketball at Betiton Ireland?

Once you’re an official Betiton member, you can follow our easy step-by-step guide below to start betting:

1. Log in to your account.
2. Find the basketball category in the sports list on the left.
3. Choose the country and event you want to bet on.
4. Add your selections to your betslip. You can place single bets or combine certain bets.
5. Enter your stake and submit the betslip.

Live Basketball Betting

For many punters, live basketball betting adds extra excitement to watching the game. With real-time odds and constantly changing dynamics, it’s an interesting way to engage with the game and make more informed betting decisions. As the game unfolds, you’ll need to make quick decisions based on your observations of the game as the action unfolds.   

Live basketball betting is thrilling, but it’s important to avoid impulsive decisions when playing your bets. One example of this is placing a large, risky bet in the last few minutes of a game, which could lead to considerable losses.

Our Betting Offer

If you’re a new member, you can claim a €10 Free Bet when creating your account and wagering a minimum of €15 on any sports (including basketball) with minimum odds of 2.00. The offer is subject to other applicable terms and conditions, which we encourage you to read before depositing or claiming the Free Bet.

Best Basketball Betting Tips by Betiton Ireland

Below, I’ve shared our best basketball and NBA basketball betting tips to help you make informed decisions and avoid common mistakes:

• Keep an eye on the latest news, particularly injury reports and team changes.
• Place your bets early to take advantage of competitive odds. Pre-match betting odds are available for big competitions months in advance.
• Consider live basketball betting in addition to pre-match betting. While early wagering can give you a competitive advantage, live basketball offers different advantages. Remember that in-game odds fluctuate rapidly; you can take advantage of that while watching the game.
• Ensure you understand the odds and the format your favourite bookie uses. This is especially important if you’re new to sports wagering because you won’t be able to make informed betting decisions without understanding how to interpret odds correctly.
• Follow expert analysis, tips, and predictions. Consider expert analysis and forecasts from reliable sources to gain insights for your upcoming bets.
• Manage your bankroll properly. Set a budget and stick to it no matter the result.

What Is 3×3 Basketball Betting?

3×3 basketball betting refers to wagering on the outcome of a 3-on-3 basketball match, a fairly new but popular way of playing the game. As the name indicates, 3×3 is played between two teams of three players. Unlike the traditional 5-on-5 format, this game is played on a half-court with only one hoop.

When it comes to betting, many of the markets will feel familiar. Like in traditional 5-on-5 basketball, you can wager on the game’s winner, total points, or individual player performances.

Responsible Gambling

When engaging in college basketball sports betting or other forms of wagering, we strongly encourage you to follow our responsible gambling tips. This means limiting the time and money you spend by using the limits in your account to avoid the temptation of excessive gambling. Remember that gambling is a means of entertainment, not a source of income.

Taking regular breaks from gambling activities is also essential, as is taking a self-assessment to assess your gambling habits. If you need support or have questions, reach out to our Customer Support or the professional groups listed on our responsible gambling page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Basketball Betting