| 19th South American Basketball Championship | |
|---|---|
| Tournament details | |
| Host country | Brazil |
| Dates | April 20-30 |
| Teams | 8 |
| Venue(s) | 1 (in 1 host city) |
| Final positions | |
| Champions |  Brazil (5th title) |
The South American Basketball Championship 1961 was the 18th edition[clarification needed] of this regional tournament. It was held from April 20 to April 30 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Eight teams competed.