Hong Kong Eastern locks in EASL berth

Eastern is back in the EASL

Hong Kong Eastern secures continental basketball once again, securing their East Asia Super League berth for the third straight year in becoming the 2025-26 HKA1 Division champions.

The side dispatched Chun Lung and South China Athletic before defeating Tycoon Basketball Team in a best-of-seven Finals series. Dominic Gilbert averaged 21.3 points and 8.7 rebounds this season, in which he was named as the Finals MVP.

Aside from Gilbert, notable names anchoring Hong Kong Eastern's ascent include Cameron Clark, Chris McLaughlin, and Glen Yang. 

EASL Chief Executive Officer Henry Kerins says about this development, "Hong Kong Eastern has been a tremendous addition to EASL, and we’re excited to welcome them back for the 2026-27 season. They’ve continued to prove they are a tough opponent for teams at the highest level, even as our league expanded and the competition became stronger. We’re proud to have Eastern representing Hong Kong SAR on the international stage and look forward to another exciting season together."

For the team's perspective, Hong Kong Eastern Team Leader Wilson Choi shares, "EASL has been an incredible platform for our club, and competing internationally over the past two seasons has helped us grow a lot as a team. Playing against some of the best clubs in Asia has given valuable experience to both our younger and veteran players, and we believe that experience has helped raise our level domestically in the HKA1. Each EASL season continues to become more competitive, and we’re excited for another opportunity to test ourselves and show Asia what Hong Kong Eastern is about."

The team hopes to improve on last season's performance, which saw them win just twice in pool play, one less than the previous season where they just missed out on the postseason in Macau. 

Eastern becomes the 10th team confirmed for the 2026-27 EASL season, joining Nagasaki Velca (B.LEAGUE), Ryukyu Golden Kings (B.LEAGUE), Alvark Tokyo (B.LEAGUE), TSG GhostHawks (P. LEAGUE+), Taoyuan Pauian Pilots  (P. LEAGUE+), Taipei Fubon Braves  (P. LEAGUE+), Goyang Sono Skygunners (KBL), Busan KCC Egis (KBL) and Xac Broncos (MBA “The League”).