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Purpose. The study aim was to analyse the technical and physical preparation of highly qualified basketball players, as well as to determine the level of development of their aerobic and anaerobic functions. Methods. When conducting laboratory examinations on a cycloergometer, for the purpose of determining the level of aerobic and anaerobic potential of basketball players, measurements of pulmonary ventilation, the level of oxygen consumption and the allocation of carbon dioxide, and the frequency of cardiac contractions were carried out. Results. The paper presents results concerning the technical and physical preparation level of highly qualified basketball players, as well as the level of development of their aerobic and anaerobic functions, taking into account play functions. Conclusions. The results revealed a need to increase the efficiency of high-level players training system. It was also observed that, despite positive changes, the training system applied in basketball did not ensure sufficient impact upon the energy functions of highly qualified basketball players.