The 1954 FIBA World Championship (also called the 2nd World Basketball Championship â 1954) was the international basketball world championship for men's national teams. It was held by the International Basketball Federation, from 23 October to 5 November 1954. Brazil hosted the event at Ginásio do Maracanãzinho in Rio de Janeiro. Twelve nations participated in the tournament.
All teams play one game against each other for a total of three games.
All teams play one game against each other for a total of seven games. The teams with the best records are awarded medals.