BC Nizhny Novgorod is a professional basketball club competing in the VTB United League, Russia's top division, and in European competitions. The team is based in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, and plays its home games at the KRK Nagorny. Founded in 2000, the club's colors are blue, white, and red, and it is owned by the city and private sponsors, with a head coach leading a talented squad. The club was established to bring high-level basketball to the city and quickly rose through the ranks. A golden era saw Nizhny Novgorod become a consistent playoff team in the VTB League and make a memorable run to the EuroCup final, thrilling fans with an exciting, guard-oriented style of play. The modern team remains a formidable opponent, boasting a roster with skilled Russian internationals and high-level American players, always in the mix for a VTB playoff spot and European qualification. The fan base is known for its passionate and loud support, creating one of the best atmospheres in the league. BC Nizhny Novgorod is a proud and competitive club in Russian and European basketball.