The Asian Games 2026 men's basketball tournament features 12 national teams competing in the men's 5×5 basketball competition at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in Japan.
The men's basketball tournament began on September 10, 2026, before the official opening ceremony of the Asian Games. The competition is being held at Aichi International Arena in Nagoya, with the semifinals scheduled for September 18 and the bronze-medal game and final on September 20.
The quarterfinals were completed on September 16, with South Korea, Iran, China and Japan advancing to the semifinals.
Asian Games 2026 Men's Basketball Schedule
| Date | Stage | Match | Time (JST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 10 | Group Stage | Iran vs Qatar | 10:00 |
| September 10 | Group Stage | Jordan vs Chinese Taipei | 13:00 |
| September 10 | Group Stage | South Korea vs Saudi Arabia | 16:00 |
| September 10 | Group Stage | Japan vs Indonesia | 19:00 |
| September 11 | Group Stage | China vs Kazakhstan | 10:00 |
| September 11 | Group Stage | Philippines vs Bahrain | 13:00 |
| September 11 | Group Stage | Indonesia vs South Korea | 16:00 |
| September 11 | Group Stage | Saudi Arabia vs Japan | 19:00 |
| September 12 | Group Stage | Chinese Taipei vs Iran | 10:00 |
| September 12 | Group Stage | Qatar vs Jordan | 13:00 |
| September 12 | Group Stage | Bahrain vs China | 16:00 |
| September 12 | Group Stage | Kazakhstan vs Philippines | 19:00 |
| September 13 | Group Stage | Iran vs Jordan | 10:00 |
| September 13 | Group Stage | Chinese Taipei vs Qatar | 13:00 |
| September 13 | Group Stage | Saudi Arabia vs Indonesia | 16:00 |
| September 13 | Group Stage | Japan vs South Korea | 19:00 |
| September 14 | Group Stage | Bahrain vs Kazakhstan | 10:00 |
| September 14 | Group Stage | China vs Philippines | 13:00 |
| September 16 | Quarterfinal | South Korea vs Jordan | 10:00 |
| September 16 | Quarterfinal | Iran vs Bahrain | 13:00 |
| September 16 | Quarterfinal | China vs Saudi Arabia | 16:00 |
| September 16 | Quarterfinal | Chinese Taipei vs Japan | 19:20 |
| September 18 | Semifinal | Iran vs South Korea | 15:00 |
| September 18 | Semifinal | Japan vs China | 18:20 |
| September 20 | Bronze Medal Game | Semifinal losers | 15:40 |
| September 20 | Gold Medal Game | Semifinal winners | 18:40 |
The official Aichi-Nagoya schedule confirms the group-stage matchups and the final-phase schedule.
Asian Games 2026 Men's Basketball Groups
Group A
| Team |
|---|
| Japan |
| South Korea |
| Saudi Arabia |
| Indonesia |
Group B
| Team |
|---|
| Iran |
| Jordan |
| Chinese Taipei |
| Qatar |
Group C
| Team |
|---|
| China |
| Philippines |
| Bahrain |
| Kazakhstan |
The 12 teams were officially divided into three groups of four. The top two teams from each group, together with the two best third-placed teams, advanced to the quarterfinals.
| Date | Group | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 10 | B | Iran vs Qatar | 53–59 |
| September 10 | B | Jordan vs Chinese Taipei | 80–83 |
| September 10 | A | South Korea vs Saudi Arabia | 82–66 |
| September 10 | A | Japan vs Indonesia | 98–53 |
| September 11 | C | China vs Kazakhstan | 99–61 |
| September 11 | C | Philippines vs Bahrain | 85–89 |
| September 11 | A | Indonesia vs South Korea | 48–102 |
| September 11 | A | Saudi Arabia vs Japan | 80–86 |
| September 12 | B | Chinese Taipei vs Iran | 69–72 |
| September 12 | B | Qatar vs Jordan | 65–76 |
| September 12 | C | Bahrain vs China | 59–105 |
| September 12 | C | Kazakhstan vs Philippines | 78–109 |
| September 13 | B | Iran vs Jordan | 81–68 |
| September 13 | B | Chinese Taipei vs Qatar | 91–69 |
| September 13 | A | Saudi Arabia vs Indonesia | 100–89 |
| September 13 | A | Japan vs South Korea | 83–100 |
| September 14 | C | Bahrain vs Kazakhstan | 101–78 |
| September 14 | C | China vs Philippines | 105–61 |
| Match | Result | Qualified |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea vs Jordan | 114–80 | South Korea |
| Iran vs Bahrain | 79–74 | Iran |
| China vs Saudi Arabia | 87–78 | China |
| Chinese Taipei vs Japan | 78–85 | Japan |
| Date | Match | Time (JST) |
|---|---|---|
| September 18 | Iran vs South Korea | 15:00 |
| September 18 | Japan vs China | 18:20 |
| Date | Match | Time |
|---|---|---|
| September 20 | Semifinal 1 Loser vs Semifinal 2 Loser | 15:40 JST |
| Date | Match | Time |
|---|---|---|
| September 20 | Semifinal 1 Winner vs Semifinal 2 Winner | 18:40 JST |
Asian Games 2026 Men's Basketball Teams
The 12 participating men's basketball teams are:
China
Chinese Taipei
Iran
Japan
Jordan
South Korea
Philippines
Saudi Arabia
Bahrain
Indonesia
Kazakhstan
Qatar
Asian Games 2026 Men's Basketball Venue
The men's 5×5 basketball tournament is being played at Aichi International Arena in Nagoya, Japan.
The arena is hosting the quarterfinals, semifinals and medal games.
Asian Games 2026 Men's Basketball Live Streaming
Basketball is one of the major sports of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, and coverage varies by country and broadcaster.
Japan
Japanese viewers can follow Asian Games coverage through the broadcasters and platforms carrying Aichi-Nagoya 2026 events. The Japan Olympic Committee provides the official Japanese schedule and results service.
Philippines
The Philippines entered the tournament as the defending men's basketball champion from Hangzhou 2022. However, Gilas Pilipinas was eliminated during the group stage after losing 105–61 to China.
South Korea
South Korea reached the men's basketball semifinals after defeating Jordan 114–80 in the quarterfinals. Korean viewers can follow coverage through the country's major sports broadcasters and official Asian Games coverage.
India
India did not field a men's basketball team at the 2026 Asian Games. Indian viewers can follow the broader Asian Games coverage through the platforms carrying the Games in India.
Asian Games 2026 Men's Basketball Time Zones
All official tip-off times are listed in Japan Standard Time (JST, UTC+9).
| Country | Time Zone | Example: 18:40 JST |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | JST UTC+9 | 18:40 |
| South Korea | KST UTC+9 | 18:40 |
| China | CST UTC+8 | 17:40 |
| Philippines | PHT UTC+8 | 17:40 |
| Malaysia | MYT UTC+8 | 17:40 |
| Indonesia | WIB UTC+7 | 16:40 |
| India | IST UTC+5:30 | 15:10 |
China vs Japan — Asian Games Basketball Semifinal
One of the most anticipated semifinal matchups is Japan vs China on September 18.
China entered the knockout stage undefeated after winning all three Group C games. Japan finished second in Group A and then defeated Chinese Taipei 85–78 in the quarterfinals.
The semifinal is scheduled for 18:20 JST on September 18 at Aichi International Arena.
Iran vs South Korea — Asian Games Basketball Semifinal
Iran will face South Korea in the other semifinal at 15:00 JST on September 18.
Iran advanced after a close 79–74 quarterfinal victory over Bahrain, while South Korea produced the largest quarterfinal win by defeating Jordan 114–80.
Asian Games Men's Basketball History
China is the most successful men's basketball nation in Asian Games history, with eight gold medals. The Philippines has won five titles and South Korea four.
The Philippines won the men's basketball gold medal at Hangzhou 2022, but its title defense ended in the 2026 group stage following the 105–61 defeat to China.
FAQ
When did Asian Games 2026 men's basketball start?
The men's 5×5 basketball competition started on September 10, 2026, nine days before the official opening ceremony of the Asian Games.
How many teams are playing men's basketball?
There are 12 men's teams, divided into three groups of four.
Which teams reached the semifinals?
South Korea, Iran, China and Japan reached the men's basketball semifinals.
When are the Asian Games men's basketball semifinals?
The semifinals are scheduled for September 18, 2026.
Who plays in the first semifinal?
Iran vs South Korea will be played at 15:00 JST.
Who plays in the second semifinal?
Japan vs China will be played at 18:20 JST.
When is the men's basketball final?
The gold-medal game is scheduled for September 20 at 18:40 JST.
Where is men's basketball being played?
The tournament is being played at Aichi International Arena in Nagoya, Japan.
Did the Philippines qualify for the quarterfinals?
No. The Philippines was eliminated in the group stage after finishing with one win and two losses.
Is India participating in men's basketball?
No. India did not field a men's basketball team at the 2026 Asian Games.
Latest Asian Games 2026 Men's Basketball Updates
The men's basketball tournament has reached the semifinal stage.
September 18
Iran vs South Korea
Japan vs China
September 20
Bronze Medal Game
Men's Basketball Final
This page will be updated with the semifinal results, bronze-medal matchup, final matchup and final medal results as the tournament progresses.
Last updated: September 16, 2026
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