The lighting for an indoor basketball court really hinges on the competition level of the players. Generally, the better the game, the more intense and even the lighting needs to be. This ensures players stay safe and spectators, including those watching on TV, get a great view. Light color usually stays the same across all levels—neutral white is the go-to. However, for professional games, the color rendering index (CRI) needs to be higher to meet TV broadcast standards.
| Recommended indoor basketball court lighting requirements | Lighting level | Uniformity | Temperature | CRI |
| International competition | 100-200 fc. | min. 0.7 | 4000 K | 80 |
| College / Pro level | 75 fc. | min. 0.7 | 4000 K | 80 |
| High School level | 30 fc. | min. 0.7 | 4000 K | 60 |
| Training & Recreation | 20 fc. | min. 0.5 | 4000 K | 60 |
