Which FIBA rulebook edition applies in 2026-27 and how long is a game?

The FIBA Official Basketball Rules 2026 (v1.1) were approved by the FIBA Central Board in Berlin on 23 April 2026 and are valid as of 1 October 2026. Canada Basketball's officials page lists the FIBA Official Basketball Rules among its rules resources for officials. Download the rules at https://assets.fiba.basketball/image/upload/documents-corporate-fiba-official-rules-2026-v1-1.pdf

Playing time under Article 8: 4 quarters of 10 minutes; a 20-minute interval before the game; 2 minutes between the first and second quarters and between the third and fourth; a 15-minute half-time; and as many 5-minute overtimes as needed to break a tie.