March brings a defining stretch of home basketball for the Leicester Riders, with three Super League Basketball Championship clashes at the Mattioli Arena that could shape the playoff picture.
Currently sitting 7th (9–8, 18 pts), the Riders are firmly in the mid-table battle, just two wins away from climbing into the crowded pack tied on 20 points. With momentum and home support behind them, March offers a huge opportunity to close the gap on the teams above.
The Fixtures
Wednesday 4 March — vs Sheffield Sharks
A direct standings battle kicks off the month. Sheffield sit 4th and are part of a three-way tie on 20 points, meaning a Riders victory could immediately tighten the race for a top-four position. Expect a physical contest between two sides fighting for playoff seeding.
Friday 13 March — vs Cheshire Phoenix
Second place visits Leicester. Cheshire have been one of the most consistent teams in the league and present a major test, but also a statement opportunity. A home win here could dramatically reshape the upper half of the table.
Friday 20 March — vs Caledonia Gladiators
The Riders close the homestand against a dangerous team eager to climb off the bottom. These matchups are often decided by focus and execution — and Leicester will know dropping points here could undo earlier results.
In the current Super League Basketball Championship standings, the London Lions lead the way on 26 points with a 13–3 record. Just behind them sit the Cheshire Phoenix on 24 points, followed by the Bristol Flyers on 22. A tightly packed group occupies the middle of the table, with the Sheffield Sharks, Manchester Basketball and Surrey 89ers all level on 20 points. The Leicester Riders sit seventh on 18 points with games in hand, ahead of the Newcastle Eagles on 12 and the Caledonia Gladiators on 8, keeping the playoff race tightly contested heading into March.
The Mattioli Arena has often been where Leicester seasons catch fire, and March could be the moment the campaign truly ignites. Leicester Riders Tickets for games can be purchased on our website.
