Chennai Slam was an
UBA Pro Basketball League
The United Basketball Alliance (UBA) was the first men’s professional basketball league in India, comprising eight teams. The UBA was headquartered in Pune and had a city team, Pune Peshwas. The first UBA match was played on 17 July 2015 at ...
franchise based in
Chennai
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,
Tamil Nadu
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which began to play in 2015. They were the only team who has won the league twice.
History
On 17 July 2015 at Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Chennai Slam start their first UBA Pro Basketball League with a 65–61 loss to
Hyderabad Sky
Hyderabad Sky is an Indian professional basketball team located in Hyderabad, India. The team competes in India's UBA Pro Basketball League
The United Basketball Alliance (UBA) was the first men’s professional basketball league in India, ...
, but made a comeback with four victories. The team finished its 6-game regular season in second place in the division.
In the semifinals, Chennai Slam won over Punjab Steelers 92–77. They won the first season of the UBA Pro Basketball League by beating
Pune Peshwas
Pune Peshwas was an Indian professional basketball team located in Pune, India. The team last competed in India's UBA Pro Basketball League.
Players
Notable players
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81–49 in the finals.
Players
Chennai Slam season 4 roster
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Basketball teams established in 2015
Basketball teams in India
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