Results

Iceland Premier League 04/14 19:30 3 [5] Grindavik v Valur [4] L 82-74
Iceland Premier League 04/10 19:30 3 [4] Valur v Grindavik [5] L 75-86
Iceland Premier League 04/06 20:00 3 [5] Grindavik v Valur [4] L 80-76
Iceland Premier League 04/02 19:30 3 [4] Valur v Grindavik [5] W 94-89
Iceland Premier League 03/27 19:15 22 [1] Tindastoll v Valur [4] L 88-74
Iceland Cup 03/22 16:30 1 KR Reykjavik v Valur W 78-96
Iceland Cup 03/19 20:00 2 Keflavik v Valur W 67-91
Iceland Premier League 03/13 19:15 21 [4] Valur v Grindavik [5] W 99-80
Iceland Premier League 03/06 19:15 20 [12] Haukar v Valur [4] W 81-85
Iceland Premier League 03/01 19:30 19 [4] Valur v IR Reykjavik [9] W 90-87
Iceland Premier League 02/14 19:30 18 [8] KR Reykjavik v Valur [4] W 89-96
Iceland Premier League 02/07 19:15 17 [7] Valur v Hottur [11] W 92-58

The Valur men's basketball team, commonly known as Valur, is a basketball team based in Reykjavík, Iceland. It is part of the Valur multi-sport club.

History

The club was founded as Gosi on 25 December 1951 and was one of the founding members of the Icelandic men's top division. On 22 December 1957 the club changed its name to Körfuknattleiksfélag Reykjavíkur (English: Reykjavík Basketball Club) and played under that name until 1970. On 3 October 1970 the club merged into Valur sports club and became its basketball department.

Under the new name, Valur had considerable success in the 1980s, winning the Icelandic championship two times, in 1980 and 1983, and the Icelandic cup three times, 1980, 1981 and 1983.

In 1992, Valur reached the Úrvalsdeild finals where it lost to Keflavík 2–3.

In 2022, Valur won its third national championship after beating Tindastóll in the Úrvalsdeild finals. On 2 October 2022, Valur won its first Super Cup, after defeating Icelandic Cup holders Stjarnan 80–77.

On 14 January 2023, Valur won its fourth Icelandic Cup title, and its first in 40 years, after defeating Stjarnan in the Cup final.

Valur is a prominent basketball team based in Reykjavík, Iceland, known for its rich history and competitive spirit. Established in 1928, Valur has become one of the most successful and respected sports clubs in Iceland, excelling across multiple disciplines, including basketball. The team competes in the top-tier Icelandic basketball league, showcasing talented players and a passionate fan base. Valur's playing style is characterized by disciplined defense, strategic gameplay, and a commitment to developing local talent. With numerous national championships and a strong tradition of sportsmanship, Valur remains a key fixture in Icelandic basketball, inspiring fans and aspiring athletes alike.