The 1979 FIBA Intercontinental Cup William Jones was the 13th edition of the

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for men's

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clubs. It took place at

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Participants

League stage

Day 1, October 2 1979 Day 2, October 3 1979 Day 3, October 4 1979 Day 4, October 5 1979 Day 5, October 6 1979

Final standings

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:FIBA

1979 Events January * January 1 ** United Nations Secretary-General Kurt Waldheim heralds the start of the ''International Year of the Child''. Many musicians donate to the ''Music for UNICEF Concert'' fund, among them ABBA, who write the song ...

1979–80 in European basketball 1979–80 in South American basketball 1979–80 in North American basketball 1979 in Brazilian sport International basketball competitions hosted by Brazil