Livingston | |
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League | Scottish Division 2 (1977–1978) Scottish Division 1 (1978–1987) BBL (1987–1989) Scottish Division 1 (1989–1990) |
Established | 1977 |
Folded | 1991 |
History | Edinburgh 1977–1987 Livingston 1987–1991 |
Arena | Meadowbank Arena (1977–1987) Forum Arena (1987–1990) |
Location | Livingston, West Lothian |
Team colours | Royal Blue and White |
Ownership | David Murray |
Livingston was a professional basketball team that was based in Livingston, Scotland. The team was founded in 1977, under the name Edinburgh, by steel magnate David Murray, and was backed by a sponsorship from his company, Murray International Metals. Using the name Murray International or MIM Livingston, they went on to be one of the most successful clubs in Scottish basketball history, playing first in Edinburgh, and then later moving to Livingston.