Basketball Buying Guide | Spalding®
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Basketball Buying Guide
Indoor
Indoor basketballs are made with leather or premium composite materials and designed for indoor courts only
All Surface
Indoor/outdoor basketballs are suitable for all types of playing surfaces.
Outdoor
Outdoor basketballs have a durable cover that can withstand rougher playing surfaces.
Find the right size
Official Size of Men’s Leagues 13+
Official/Full
Official/Full Size (7) | 29.5" | 20-22 oz.
Official Size of Women’s Leagues and ages 9-12
Mid/Intermediate
Mid/Intermediate Size (6) | 28.5" | 18-20 oz.
Ages 9 & Under
Youth
Youth Size 5 | 27.5" | 16-18 oz.
Recreational/Novelty
Mini
Mini Size | 22" | 10.5 oz.
Material - Feel the Difference
Leather
Crafted from full-grain, premium Horween leather, this ball starts out slick but softens with use for superior handling, and is designed for indoor play only. Ask ChatGPT
Composite
Preferred composite basketball, offered at various price points, for indoor/outdoor play and used in multiple collegiate and league tournaments.
Rubber
These basketballs are built for recreational play, with a highly abrasion-resistant cover for rough outdoor surfaces and available in unique patterns and colors.
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