The Malaysia Basketball Association (MABA) is the apex governing body for basketball in Malaysia. Established in 1958, MABA holds a distinguished place in history as a founding member of both the Olympic Council of Malaysia (OCM) and the Asian Basketball Confederation (now known as FIBA Asia).
MABA is an association comprising 18 affiliates, bringing together the national basketball ecosystem under one umbrella. MABA is widely recognised for its visionary leadership in asset development. In a pioneering initiative for its time, MABA constructed the 12-storey Wisma MABA, completed in 1971—making it one of the very few national basketball associations in the world to own its building. This landmark building later served as the headquarter of FIBA Asia for many years.
MABA’s annual calendar is packed with activities that drive the sport’s growth. MABA organises national championships and leagues across multiple age groups, hosts international invitational tournaments and runs extensive grassroots programmes including clinics, training camps and certification courses for coaches and technical officials. These programmes form a structured pathway for talent development and community engagement nationwide.
MABA’s mission extends beyond the court. It seeks to nurture a deep passion for basketball among Malaysians while fostering an environment grounded in teamwork, sportsmanship and healthy competition.
Today, MABA continues its legacy of innovation through the MABA Suitez @ KL City Centre redevelopment project — a joint-venture initiative aimed at securing long-term financial sustainability and ensuring the continued growth and prosperity of Malaysian basketball for generations to come.