The 2026 Shanxi "3v3" Men's Basketball Tournament concluded at the Wangfujing Shangcheng Plaza in Linfen city on May 4. It was organized by the Shanxi Provincial Administration of Sport, the Shanxi Basketball Association, and the Linfen municipal sports bureau.

The event was a highlight of the 2026 Third Shanxi Sports Week and attracted numerous basketball teams from across the province to compete in Linfen.

Players fight for rebounds during the game. [Photo/Linfen Daily]

The final match featured a fierce showdown between two teams, the Black Knights and Zhejiang Uniview (Shanxi Branch). Both teams demonstrated strong offensive and defensive strategies in an intense competition. Ultimately, Zhejiang Uniview (Shanxi Branch) claimed the championship with a 20-12 victory. The Black Knights secured the runner-up position, while the Little Flyers took the third place.

Players engage in intense offensive and defensive battles during the finals. [Photo/Linfen Daily]

The championship team, Zhejiang Uniview (Shanxi Branch), steps onto the stage to receive their trophy and prize money. [Photo/Linfen Daily]

The competition drew a large crowd of spectators. Many said that being able to watch top-tier basketball games close to home enriched their cultural and leisure activities. The event combined sports and consumption, boosting foot traffic in the commercial district while promoting fitness among residents, achieving a synergy between sports events and consumer activity. Local officials stated that they plan to continue bringing high-level sports events to the area to foster a stronger fitness culture among residents, and further enhance the city's sport development and vitality.