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Prostar Basketball
Prostar basketball is a product line from a famous brand specializing in manufacturing sports equipment.
The ball is made from high-quality rubber material with extremely good elasticity and extremely smooth polishing.
Personally, I find that Prostar basketball also has a very high bearing capacity.
The ball’s surface has the ideal roughness, making it easy for me to grasp the ball before making a decisive throw.
Indeed, compared to other product lines, Prostar basketball helps users have much more accurate passes.
Currently the product line is produced in many different sizes such as size 3, size 5, size 6 and size 7.
The product line is currently selected to compete in many professional tournaments
When I chose to buy a Prosta basketball, I also received a pump and a mesh bag. So I don’t need to spend extra money to buy ball accessories.
But you need to note that the ball’s weight is a bit light, so it sometimes affects the user’s vigilance.
The glossy line design is not very meticulous so it doesn’t look pretty.
| Brand origin | Vietnamese |
| Material | Rubber |
| Size | 3,5,6,7 |
Spalding Graffiti NBA Basketball
Spalding Graffiti NBA basketball is designed with very impressive and unique Graffiti street art images.
Spalding NBA size 7 basketball has a ball diameter of 24cm. The product is made from rubber material and this helps basketballs from famous brands have ideal elasticity and bounce.
I can comfortably play basketball indoors and outdoors because the ball has good bearing capacity on all types of courts.
The product has a soft ball body and a deep groove system that also helps me increase my ability to hold the ball firmly.
The most special thing is that the product line has good hygroscopic properties and brings softness to users. But the durability of the basketball is still guaranteed in the best conditions.
But the Spalding NBA ball has one drawback that needs to be noted: the ball’s weight is a bit light. This sometimes makes players not feel comfortable because they do not need to use all their force to control the ball as desired.
| Brand origin | America |
| Material | Legacy and Rubber |
| Size | 7 |
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Gerustar Basketball
Gerustar basketballs are made from premium leather of the Gerustar brand. The Gerustar Federation No. 7 PU leather basketball is manufactured to standards consistent with all professional basketball leagues.
The ball uses leather material with good bearing capacity and high durability, helping players fully demonstrate their techniques and performance to serve basketball tournaments well.
The ball has good bounce, soft filling, high adhesion, easy to grasp, and is a great assistant for throwing, stuffing, and dribbling.
The ball is designed in traditional orange-brown color, transformed with black and white grooves, modern but still retaining the spirit and soul of basketball.
In my opinion, this price is expensive compared to non-professional players like me.
| Brand origin | Vietnamese |
| Material | High quality PU leather |
| Size | 7 |
Crossway Big Players Basketball
Crossway Big Players basketball scores big plus points thanks to its extremely unique design. The ball is produced in 4 different color tones: white, black, blue and baby pink.
On the pebble-shaped body of the ball is printed a stylish brand name that shows strong personality, so it is very popular with young people.
As far as I know, Crossway Big Players basketball is made from high quality PU leather. The ball has a diameter of 24.8cm and weight of 600g, suitable for anyone aged 12 and over.
The product line is equipped with a rubber bladder to help maintain high pressure. High-quality rubber material also helps keep the ball’s bladder from absorbing air from the outside.
The layer of nylon thread wrapped around the bladder helps the product maintain its round shape and create better softness.
Another plus point for the product line in terms of design is that the ball valve is quite tight and fits the pump needle.
Design details help the basketball hold air for a long time and prevent dirt from drifting inside.
But in terms of price, Crossway basketball is quite expensive.
| Brand origin | China |
| Material | PU leather |
| Size | 5,6,7 |
Watsing Basketball
Watsing basketball has a simple but sophisticated design, with a variety of colors for you to easily choose from.
Made from outer leather material, high adhesion helps you easily control the ball, along with 3 inner layers to help the ball have good elasticity.
In addition, the ball is water resistant but not very high. With a layer of cushioning fabric that helps keep the ball shape evenly round and prevents distortion.
In my opinion, the weight of the ball is quite light. Personally, the ball is light so players don’t feel it much. But light balls can also be easier to move.
The price of this ball is also a bit expensive compared to similar products.
| Brand origin | China |
| Material | High quality suede |
| Size | 7 |
How to choose to buy quality basketball
Similar to football, basketball is also a product line produced in many different shapes and sizes.
The ball will be passed between players throughout the competition. Only good balls will bring professional competition to users.
If you don’t know how to choose a ball, immediately refer to the following ways of choosing and buying basketballs of athletes:
1. Choose a basketball with a standard shape
A basketball is usually made up of 8 pre-formed pieces. In the middle of the assembled pieces is a black groove of a specified size.
According to professional competition standards, a standard basketball must have a groove system not exceeding 0.635cm. Therefore, this can be considered the first criterion when you choose to buy a basketball.
2. Choose to buy basketballs sized according to age
On the market today, basketballs are produced in 7 different sizes to serve all types of users.
Depending on the age of the player, you can choose to buy a basketball of the following sizes:
For children under 24 months: Choose to buy a size 1 basketball, also known as a toy ball, with sizes ranging from 12.7cm to 14cm.
For children under 3 years old: Choose to buy a size 2 basketball with dimensions ranging from 15.3cm to 16cm.
For children from 4 to 6 years old: Choose to buy a size 3 basketball with dimensions ranging from 17.8cm to 18.5cm.
For children from 7 to 11 years old: Choose a basketball with a size ranging from 22cm to 22.6cm.
For adult women: Choose to buy a size 6 basketball that meets competition standards with dimensions from 23 – 24cm.
For adult men: Choose to buy a standard size 7 basketball when playing with sizes ranging from 24 – 24.5cm.
3. Choose a basketball with the specified weight
Based on general regulations, a basketball that meets competition standards usually weighs around 567g and cannot weigh more than 650g.
If you are looking for a ball used in professional competitions, pay attention to the weight specified for the product.
In case people choose to buy basketballs for personal entertainment for themselves or family members. You can choose the ball weight according to the user.
If the ball is chosen to be purchased for children under 12 years old, the product may weigh less than 567g.
But if the basketball is used for adults who want to exercise vigorously, you can choose a ball weighing more than 650g.
4. Buy a basketball with good elasticity
Due to the unique nature of basketball, the ball will often be hit hard on the contact surface. The more elastic the ball is, the more effective it will compete.
It’s best to choose an inflated basketball that can bounce back from 1.2m to 1.4m after falling from a height of 1.8m. At this point, everyone needs to note that the heavier the ball, the better its ability to bounce.
5. Buy a meticulously crafted basketball
A basketball that is meticulously machined in every detail will have good adhesion. The product can be used for a long time without peeling or tearing the skin.
That’s why I always advise people to choose to buy themselves a basketball that has undergone professional processing.
6. Choose a basketball with a rough surface that is easy to grip
Before deciding to buy a basketball, use your hand to touch the ball’s surface and gently rub it in a circular motion. You should only choose to buy products with rough surfaces for your use.
Because the basketball has a rough surface, it will increase friction more. The product can minimize slipping compared to smooth glossy surfaces.
7. Choose a basketball with a barcode printed on it carefully
Quality basketballs often have a carefully printed barcode system on top.
That is also the number of certificates issued to the product line that meets high-quality standards. So everyone needs to pay attention to this detail to find the best ball for themselves.
8. Choose a basketball whose mouth is sealed with quality glue
Normally, a basketball will have a ball mouth above the ball’s body. The ball mouth is sealed with specialized glue material.
Only balloons that use good glue will not have small holes in the mouth of the balloon.
You can test by placing the basketball in water to see if bubbles appear.
If there is no dough rising, you should choose to buy a ball whose mouth is sealed with quality glue.
9. Choose the basketball material according to your needs
At basketball stores, products are made with many different materials such as rubber, faux leather, real leather, and Legacy.
If you just want to buy a basketball for simple entertainment at home, you can use a cheap product line made from rubber and leatherette materials.
But if the player wants to use the ball for professional practice and competition, choose to buy a ball made from the higher-priced Legacy material.
Some notes when preserving basketball
Choose a court that suits your basketball
Leather basketball:
With this one, you have to be extremely careful and preserve it carefully. Because you will be “hurt” when you play on a concrete or cement court surface.
If you use this product on surfaces like that, it can easily be damaged in an extremely short time.
Rubber basketball:
As for the rubber basketball, don’t hesitate at all.
You can comfortably use all your skills and glide to your fullest on all surfaces, and the price of this product won’t bother you too much.
Always load enough “nutrients” for the basketball
The nutrients mentioned above are the gas of the balloon. You should pay attention to your balloon to avoid the situation of the balloon being too inflated or too deflated to inflate or release air.
If your ball is inflated too much, it will be very hard and difficult to ball.
Not to mention the case where a player dribbles the ball too hard, causing the ball to explode and this will affect the safety of the players on the field.
If the ball does not have enough air inside, the player will not be able to control the ball well and the feeling of playing will also be more or less affected.
Don’t let the basketball get too dusty
What is the biggest consequence of letting the ball collect too much dust? The ball will be very slippery and make it impossible for you to control well when balling, throwing, and passing the ball.
The most effective solution to this problem is to buy yourself 1-2 specialized towels for cleaning basketballs.
You can wet the towel with water to wipe away unpleasant stains or dust, but not too much to avoid water getting on the ball immediately afterward.
Basketballs should not be left outdoors
If you leave the ball in any weather for too long: sunny or rainy, dry or wet, it is inevitable that your beloved ball will be damaged in quality and appearance.
Typical examples are loss of paint color, reduced gloss durability, frayed gloss…
Do not let the basketball fall into danger
If you play football outdoors, make sure there are no iron fences or sharp objects around, because if you are playing and accidentally let the ball fly out and encounter those things.
Surely you will not want to think about that situation at all because your beloved basketball will be damaged forever.
Which basketball should I choose?
Among the best basketballs I have ever known, I still feel most satisfied with the Crossway Big Players basketball. The reason is because:
About design:
Crossway basketball has 4 different color tones: white, black, blue, and baby pink.
The pebble-like glossy surface is printed with a stylish brand name that shows a strong personality.
The product is loved by many young people and chosen for themselves.
About features:
The Crossway basketball weighs 600 grams and has a diameter of 24.8 cm.
The basketball is made from PU leather material for good elasticity. Combined with a rubber ball insert, the Crossway ball maintains high pressure to get the ideal ball bounce when playing.
In particular, the layer of nylon thread wrapped around the bladder helps the product maintain its standard shape and creates high comfort for the user.