With the ads weeks ago of the 19 teams for the National League and the 18 (record figure) of the Women’s League, the Board of Directors of the Club Association (ADC) confirmed that the 2025/26 season of the Argentine League It will be played with 34 clubs.
The category will be expanded its amount of teams to 34 (17 per conference), being the new Hindu Club of Córdoba, Bochas de Colonia Caroya and Hurricane de las Heras, in addition to those promoted from the Federal League: central entrerriano de Gualeguaychú and Santa Paula de Galvez.
On the other hand, American Hispanic of Río Gallegos decided to sell his place and Zárate Basket, descended, chose not to participate in the category. Likewise, as reported in a timely manner, Riachuelo exchanged his place with the club association and will play the Argentine League under the name of Rioja fusion.
The 2025/26 season of the second professional category of Argentine basketball will begin the first days of November. A unique tournament will be played in two conferences with all against all.
For the ordering of the conferences, the Department of Competencies took the least possible route of them and from each of the clubs in search of logistics optimization.
The regular phase will culminate at the end of March 2026 to give way to the playoffs. In that instance, the teams located from 1st to 4th place will wait for the reclassification from 5th to 12th place.
The Eighth Final series will be played within each conference and in the quarterfinals the best four teams of the North Conference and the four best teams of the South Conference will cross each other. The finals will define the promotion to the National League 2026/27.
North Conference of the Argentine League
Table of Contents
Amancay de la Rioja
Córdoba Parque neighborhood
Bochas de Colonia Caroya
Colón de Santa Fe
Mercedes communications
Tucumán students
Rioja fusion
Hindu of Córdoba
Hurricane of Las Heras
Independent of Santiago del Estero
Jujuy Basketball
Rivadavia de Mendoza
Salta Basket
San Isidro de San Francisco
Santa Paula de Galvez
Sportivo Suardi
Villa San Martín de Resistencia
South Conference of the Argentine League
Centenary of Venado Tuerto
Central Entrerriano de Gualeguaychú
Juninense cyclist
North Armstrong
Deportivo Viedma
Electricity speaks
Gymnastics and Fencing La Plata
The Columbus Union
Lanús
Basketball parchment
Pico Football Club
Provincial of Rosario
Quilmes from Mar del Plata
Racing of Hazelnut
Tomás de Rocamora de Concepción del Uruguay
Mar del Plata Union
Villa Miter de Bahía Blanca
Argentine League 2025/26: Key Data and Insights
To give you a clearer picture of what to expect in the upcoming season, here’s a breakdown of essential data points and comparisons:
| Category | Details | Impact |
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| Number of Participating Clubs | 34 clubs (17 in each conference). | Increased opportunities for both players and fans. Broadens the league’s footprint across Argentina. |
| Conference Structure | Two conferences: North and South. | Promotes regional rivalries and reduces travel costs for teams. |
| Season Start | Early November 2025. | Provides a consistent and predictable schedule for teams and fans. |
| Regular Season Format | All teams play each other within thier conference. | Ensures a extensive and competitive regular season. |
| Playoff structure | Teams ranked 1-4 in regular season advance directly to the postseason.Teams ranked 5-12 reclassify to advance to the Eighth Finals. Quarterfinals see North vs. South cross-conference matches. Finals determine promotion to national League. | Creates a clear and exciting path to the championship, maximizing competitiveness. |
| New Teams | Hindu Club of Córdoba, Bochas de Colonia Caroya, Hurricane de Las Heras (new entrants) and Central Entrerriano de Gualeguaychú and Santa Paula de Galvez (promoted from Federal League). | Introduces fresh talent and competition, sparking interest in new regions and cities. |
| Teams Not Participating | American Hispanic of Río Gallegos (sold their spot), Zárate Basket (decided not to participate). Riachuelo exchanged their place with rioja fusion. | Due to different situations team rosters vary, which can sometimes lead to shifting league dynamics. |
Argentine League FAQ
Here’s a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section, offering clear answers to common queries about the Argentine League, designed to improve search visibility and reader experience:
Q: What is the Argentine League?
A: The Argentine League (Liga Argentina de Básquetbol) is Argentina’s second-highest professional basketball league, providing growth and competition for teams aspiring to reach the National League (Liga Nacional de Basquet).
Q: How many teams are participating in the 2025/26 season?
A: The 2025/26 season features 34 teams, split into two conferences: North and South.
Q: When does the Argentine League season start?
A: The 2025/26 season is scheduled to commence in early November 2025.
Q: How are the conferences structured?
A: The league is divided into two conferences – North and South. Teams play each other within their respective conferences during the regular season with the top teams competing in inter-conference playoffs.
Q: How are the playoffs structured?
A: The playoffs involve teams competing within their conferences, culminating in cross-conference quarterfinals. The finals of the Argentine League determine which team will be promoted to the Liga Nacional for the following season,offering a direct pathway to the top tier of Argentine basketball.
Q: Who are some of the new teams for the 2025/26 season?
A: New teams include Hindu Club of Córdoba, Bochas de Colonia Caroya, and Hurricane de Las heras, alongside Central Entrerriano de Gualeguaychú and Santa Paula de Galvez who were promoted from the Federal League.
Q: Where can I follow the Argentine League?
A: you can follow the Argentine League through official league channels. Specific details such as schedules, and results will be available as the season approaches.
