HOW THE JUNGLE WORKS
THE COMPETITION. THE RANKINGS. THE CROWN.
The Jungle is a competitive basketball entertainment platform where players test their skills, build their records, climb official rankings, and compete for championship recognition.
Every matchup is an opportunity to prove yourself.
Whether you’re stepping onto the court for the first time or defending your position among the top-ranked competitors, performance matters.
1. CHOOSE YOUR BATTLE
The Jungle features four competitive basketball formats.
1V1 BASKETBALL
Our premier competition. Two players compete head-to-head, testing their scoring ability, defense, conditioning, and mental toughness.
2V2 BASKETBALL
Two-player teams compete in competitive matchups where chemistry, communication, and execution are essential.
3V3 BASKETBALL
Three-player teams battle in matchups that combine individual talent with teamwork and strategy.
TAG TEAM 1V1
One of The Jungle’s signature formats. Two competitors form a team and rotate through individual 1v1 battles under our official tag-team rules.
2. BUILD YOUR RECORD
Every official matchup contributes to a competitor’s Jungle record.
Wins and losses help establish a player’s standing within the platform.
Competitors are evaluated based on their performances, quality of competition, and overall results.
A strong performance can open the door to bigger opportunities.
Your reputation is built on the court.
3. CLIMB THE RANKINGS
The Jungle maintains official rankings for its established competitive divisions.
Rankings are determined by The Jungle based on competitive results and overall performance.
Players can move up or down depending on their results and the strength of their competition.
Not every matchup is a ranked matchup, and winning does not automatically guarantee a specific ranking.
Want a higher ranking? Earn it.
4. EARN YOUR SPOT ON THE CARD
The Jungle organizes events featuring different levels of competition.
OPENING MATCH: Games that introduce competitors and set the tone for the event.
UNDERCARD: Competitive matchups featuring players looking to establish themselves.
CO-MAIN EVENT: High-profile matchups involving established competitors.
MAIN EVENT: Featured matchups with significant attention and competitive stakes.
SUPER MAIN EVENT: The biggest matchup on the card, reserved for major rivalries and championship-level competition.
Matchup placement is determined by The Jungle.
5. OFFICIAL GAME SCORING & RULES
The Jungle features multiple competition formats, each with its own scoring targets and rules.
OFFICIAL 1V1 SCORING
OPENING MATCH — 16 POINTS
UNDERCARD — 20 POINTS
CO-MAIN EVENT — 24 POINTS
MAIN EVENT — 24 POINTS
SUPER MAIN EVENT — 24 POINTS
OTHER COMPETITION FORMATS
2v2, 3v3, and Tag Team 1v1 competitions have their own designated scoring targets and rules.
THE WIN-BY-TWO RULE
ALL JUNGLE GAMES MUST BE WON BY AT LEAST TWO POINTS.
This rule applies to every competition format, including 1v1, 2v2, 3v3, and Tag Team 1v1.
If a player or team reaches the target score but leads by only one point, the game continues until a two-point lead is established.
ADDITIONAL GAME RULES
Baskets count as one or two points.
The 12–0 skunk rule applies where designated.
Official foul, timeout, and possession rules apply.
Matchup-specific rules are communicated to competitors before competition.
6. COMPETE FOR THE CROWN
The Jungle recognizes championship titleholders across its established divisions.
Championship opportunities are determined by The Jungle based on rankings, competitive performance, and matchup considerations.
Winning a championship represents reaching one of the highest levels of competition on the platform.
But becoming champion is only part of the journey.
Staying on top is another challenge.
7. EXPERIENCE THE JUNGLE LIVE
The Jungle hosts live basketball events in the Buffalo, New York area.
Fans experience competitive basketball, intense rivalries, crowd reactions, and championship moments up close.
Event dates, locations, admission prices, and security policies are announced before each event.
Select matchups are professionally recorded and released on The Jungle’s official media platforms.
Live streaming is not permitted at designated events.
8. THINK YOU BELONG IN THE JUNGLE?
The Jungle welcomes interest from competitive basketball players in Buffalo and beyond.
Players interested in competing can contact The Jungle through its official channels for consideration.
Matchups are selected based on competitive fit, availability, and the needs of upcoming events.
Submitting interest does not guarantee placement on an event card.
The opportunity is there. What you do with it is up to you.
WE IN THE JUNGLE