2012–13 KBL Season: Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus Claim Victory
The 2012–13 season marked the 18th iteration of the Korean Basketball League (KBL), the premier professional basketball competition in South Korea. Spanning from October 2012 to April 2013, the season showcased high-level competition across ten professional clubs, culminating in a championship victory for the Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus.
The season was defined by a dominant regular season performance from the Seoul SK Knights and a clinical postseason run by Ulsan, who secured their fourth league title.
Key Facts
- Champions: Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus (4th title)
- Runners-up: Seoul SK Knights
- Season MVP: Yang Dong-geun (Mobis)
- Top Scorer: Jasper Johnson (Busan)
- Duration: October 2012 – April 2013
League Composition and Venues
The KBL featured ten teams during the 2012–13 campaign. Most of these clubs had been members of the league since its foundational period in 1997, though several were founded much earlier as organizational entities.
| Team | City | Arena | Capacity | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anyang KGC | Anyang | Anyang Gymnasium | 6,690 | 1992 |
| Busan KT Sonicboom | Busan | Sajik Arena | 14,099 | 1997 |
| Changwon LG Sakers | Changwon | Changwon Gymnasium | 6,000 | 1994 |
| Goyang Orion Orions | Goyang | Goyang Gymnasium | 6,216 | 1995 |
| Incheon Electroland Elephants | Incheon | Samsan World Gymnasium | 7,220 | 1994 |
| Jeonju KCC Egis | Jeonju | Jeonju Gymnasium | 4,730 | 1977 |
| Seoul Samsung Thunders | Seoul | Jamsil Arena | 11,069 | 1978 |
| Seoul SK Knights | Seoul | Jamsil Students' Gymnasium | 6,229 | 1997 |
| Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus | Ulsan | Dongchun Gymnasium | 5,831 | 1986 |
| Wonju DB Promy | Wonju | Chiak Gymnasium | 3,100 | 1996 |
Regular Season Performance
The regular season consisted of 54 games per team. The Seoul SK Knights emerged as the dominant force in the standings, finishing first with a remarkable record of 44 wins and 10 losses, earning a winning percentage of 0.815.
The Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus followed closely in second place with 41 wins, while the Incheon Electroland Elephants and Anyang KGC rounded out the top four. At the bottom of the table, the Jeonju KCC Egis struggled significantly, finishing the season with only 13 wins.
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Regular Season Standings Summary
- 1st Place: Seoul SK Knights (44-10) - Qualified for Semi-Finals
- 2nd Place: Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus (41-13) - Qualified for Semi-Finals
- 3rd Place: Incheon Electroland Elephants (33-21) - Qualified for Quarter-Finals
- 4th Place: Anyang KGC (30-24) - Qualified for Quarter-Finals
The Road to the Championship
The playoffs transitioned from the Quarter-finals to the Semi-finals, eventually leading to the Final series. Despite the Seoul SK Knights' regular-season dominance, the Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus proved to be the stronger team in the final stage.
Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus defeated the Seoul SK Knights in the Finals to claim the championship title for the fourth time in franchise history. The season's individual accolades reflected this success, with Ulsan's Yang Dong-geun being named the Season MVP.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the 2012–13 KBL championship?
The Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus won the title, marking the fourth time the franchise has been crowned champions.
Who was the MVP of the 2012–13 season?
Yang Dong-geun of the Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus was awarded the Season MVP.
Which player was the top scorer for the season?
Jasper Johnson, playing for the Busan KT Sonicboom, was the league's top scorer.
Which team had the best regular season record?
The Seoul SK Knights finished the regular season in first place with 44 wins and 10 losses.
How many teams competed in the 2012–13 KBL season?
Ten professional clubs competed in the league during this season.