[2] The Continental name was chosen over Central States Basketball League so that it would be more inviting to potential teams outside of Illinois and Wisconsin, where the football league was based.
[3] The CBA played using National Basketball Association rules, which included a 24-second shot clock.
[4] The six inaugural teams in 1969–70 were located in Illinois (Decatur, Peoria, Rockford and Waukegan), Michigan (Grand Rapids) and Wisconsin (Waukesha).
[4][5] The Waukesha team began the season based in Cudahy, Wisconsin, but moved mid-season due to lack of fan support.
The Bucks ended the relationship the following season and the Muskies folded as a result.