Craving to shoot some hoops? You don’t even need to have a hoop at your house. So why not get a ball and play? Basketballs come in different sizes and designs, and there’s the right one out there for you or your kids to get some game on.
For indoor games
At 29.5 inches, this adult-sized ball is made for indoor court games. It’s even certified for high school play. Players love the feeling of this game ball. You can move around the court and take those shots feeling confident in your ball control. Dribbling, driving to the net, or taking a jump shot, the wide composite channels are made to give a great texture to this basketball. The basketball comes deflated, so fill it to between 7 and 9 PSI for optimal performance.
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Durable construction
Kids learn to love the game when playing basketball outdoors. That’s what this ball is made for. The big factor when considering your outdoor basketball is the surface. Do you choose composite or rubber? Since outdoor play involves playing on asphalt and concrete, we choose durability. We choose rubber. Underneath there’s a bladder with a pressure lock that really holds in the air. It comes in youth size, 27.5 inches, size 5.
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From parquet to park
From parquet to park, this all-around ball arrives inflated so you can open the box and go straight to jump ball. This basketball is ready for your post-ups and lay-ups. The intermediate size ball, size 6, 28.5 inches, is known for its unique pebbled surface. It’s got the channel construction but also has a foam backing. The tacky surface combines with the soft foam to make this Spalding basketball extremely grabbable. Make that perfect pass or three-pointer with this game-ready ball.
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No bad bounces
Let’s start with the composite leather microfiber. It’s perfectly tacky, so you can grab the ball and make those tough jump shots. It keeps that feeling game after game. Impervious to water, it won’t discolor or swell. With patented Cushion Control Technology, they’ve stuffed thousands of little air bubbles into the basketball for a reliable bounce. Plus, they’ve redesigned the valve and stem so that it’s practically hidden. The men’s size 7 – 29.5-inch ball is designed for indoor games.
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Three-point shot
This youth-size basketball can bounce from an indoor arena to a neighborhood court. Kids are tough on toys and that’s why this premium rubber kid-size basketball is such a great pick. The outside layer is designed to be durable and versatile, so you can play on the playground, the blacktop, asphalt, or concrete. This ball can be your sixth man on the hardwood, too. Either way, you’ll appreciate the pebbled exterior and great grip. Inflate the butyl air bladder, and the basketball will hold its shape from baseline to baseline.
