Brose Baskets defended their title.

The ProA champions Gießen 46ers promoted to the BBL, along with runners-up s.Oliver Baskets.

Crailsheim Merlins received a wild card from the league, to fill up the spot of Artland Dragons.

The 2016 All-Star Game was played at the Brose Arena in Bamberg.

[4] Per Günther was named the BBL All-Star Game MVP.