When does the game start?

The tip-off is on December 5, 2026, at 7:00 PM at the Oberfrankenhalle in Bayreuth.

Where does the match take place?

The game will be played at the Oberfrankenhalle, Am Sportpark 3, 95448 Bayreuth.

How much are the tickets?

An exact single price could not be reliably confirmed. The official ticket categories in the BBC ticket shop apply; a surcharge of 2.00 euros is charged at the box office.

When does the evening box office open?

The evening box office opens one hour before the start of the game and closes 15 minutes after the game starts.

Are there parking options at the hall?

Yes. There are parking options around the Oberfrankenhalle in the sports park, and the Oberfrankenhalle parking garage is also easily accessible.

Is the Oberfrankenhalle barrier-free?

Yes. The Oberfrankenhalle is described as spatially barrier-free; for wheelchair users, the club refers to the office.

Bayreuth against Gießen: A Basketball Evening Full of Excitement, Speed, and Tradition

Name: BBC Bayreuth vs. GIESSEN 46ers: Basketball Clash in the Oberfrankenhalle
Start: 2026-12-05T20:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-12-05T22:30:00+01:00
Location: Oberfrankenhalle

Bayreuth Basketball Evening with Playoff Flair and Great Tradition

When the tip-off takes place on December 5, 2026, at the Oberfrankenhalle, Bayreuth will face an opponent with history, speed, and toughness: the GIESSEN 46ers. It is a duel that sounds like floodlights, fan chants, and plenty of on-court tension – and that is exactly what the BARMER 2. Basketball Bundesliga ProA delivers when two traditional locations meet.

Table Situation, Speed, and Tactics

A look at the 2025/26 season shows: Both clubs are among the defining names in the league. Bayreuth finished the main round in eleventh place, while Gießen landed directly before in eighth place. This promises a game that is evenly matched, where rebound control, transition game, and clean halfcourt spacing can make the difference. Such matches are often not decided by chance, but by defensive discipline and the better response to opponent pressing across the whole court.

Tradition Meets Home Advantage

The Oberfrankenhalle is built for basketball evenings that are memorable. The atmosphere in Bayreuth is close, loud, and right at the court – exactly that mix that supports home teams and puts guests under pressure. With a capacity of up to 6,100 people, the hall provides enough space for big emotions, and in basketball mode, it often becomes a true cauldron.

The Context of This Duel

Back in March 2026, Bayreuth made a clear statement against Gießen and won after overtime with 89:79. Such results stay in people's minds, especially in a competition where each direct duel is also a psychological test. For Bayreuth, it is about the next step in front of their home crowd, for the 46ers it is about revenge and a statement in a foreign hall.

What Fans Can Expect on Game Day

Game day at the Oberfrankenhalle promises intense duels, quick direction changes, and moments where a single three-pointer can swing the mood. Entry begins one hour before the game starts, the box office opens accordingly early and charges a fee on-site. Guest seats are located in block E. Those who arrive early can take advantage of parking options around the sports park and the good accessibility of the hall.

This home game combines everything that makes live basketball so powerful: speed, tactics, emotion, and the special energy of a traditional duel. Anyone wanting to experience top-class ProA basketball with real stadium atmosphere should not miss this evening in Bayreuth.