Guangdong: Guangdong, one of China's strongest basketball regions, has launched a new provincial grassroots tournament aimed at showcasing local talent and deepening community participation in sport.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the inaugural 2026 Guangdong Provincial City Basketball Association tournament, known as Guangdong B.A., opened on March 21 at Guangzhou's Tianhe Sports Center, where Zhongshan defeated host city Guangzhou in the first match. Tickets for the opening game sold quickly, reflecting the province's long-standing enthusiasm for basketball.