Basketball at the SEA Games

The Philippines have dominated the men's events since the sport was played, winning 19 of the 22 events. Malaysia won 13 of the 21 women's events.

Starting in 2019, the 3x3 version of the game was played, in addition to the usual 5-on-5 full strength teams.

Tournament rankings

 * DNP: Did not participate
 * NH: Not held
 * Red outline: Host country

Note
* The 2005 men's basketball tournaments were originally scheduled to be held at the Ynares Center in Antipolo Province of Rizal, while the women's tournaments were to be held at the Blue Eagle Gym in Quezon City. Both Final Games were to be held at the Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City.