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Basketballs

Leather, composite and rubber basketballs in every size.

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Basketballs

Indoor balls

Buying guideBasketball Size Chart by Age
Ball sizes

Use USA Basketball’s youth size guidance: size 5 for ages 7–8, size 6 for ages 9–11, and size 6 for girls and 7 for boys ages 12–14; check league rules.

ComparisonLeather vs Composite Indoor Basketballs
Indoor ball covers

Compare genuine leather and composite indoor basketball covers by intended court, break-in directions, grip preference, care and the maker’s use rating.

Basketballs

Outdoor balls

Buying guideHow to Choose an Outdoor Basketball for Asphalt or Concrete
Outdoor ball choice

Compare outdoor basketballs by cover rating, surface, ball size, grip, inflation and care for the court you actually use.

ComparisonIndoor vs Outdoor Basketballs
Ball covers

Indoor vs outdoor basketballs compared: genuine leather, composite and rubber covers, grip, durability, break-in and which ball to use on hardwood or asphalt.