Italy. Serie B Predictions, Matches & Live Chats
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About the league
The Italy. Serie B, also known as Serie B d'Eccellenza, is the second-tier professional basketball league in Italy. Established in 1974, it has a rich history of developing talented players and teams. Top teams that have participated in the league include Pallacanestro Reggiana, Pallacanestro Varese, and Latina Basket. The competition format consists of a regular season, where teams compete in a round-robin format, followed by playoffs to determine the champion. The top teams earn promotion to the top-tier Serie A league. Notable achievements include the league's role in launching the careers of renowned Italian basketball players. The league is structured into two divisions, with 16 teams in each division, and is governed by the Italian Basketball Federation. The audience for Serie B is primarily local, with fans attending games in person and following their favorite teams through online streaming and social media.