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Yes. Two hundred dollars for a single ball may seem a bit extreme, but if you want the best of the best when it comes to basketballs, then you want the official game ball of the NBA—this masterpiece from Wilson. It’s made with genuine leather, which feels a little rough and slick when you first use it. But after the break in period, it only gets more comfortable (and better) with time.
“This is the best ball out there,” says Johnson, who’s played with every basketball under the sun. “When the NBA switched from Spaulding to Wilson back a few years ago, it was a shock to the system. But I think that players have gotten used to this ball now, and it’s got a great feel.”
While the price tag is high, this ball is also built to last, too thanks in part to Wilson’s ‘Ever Bounce,’ internal bladder, which helps it retain air better than the rest. One thing we should note is that with this ball, it should only be used for indoor hardwood courts, as the genuine leather can be easily damaged and scuffed when used outdoors.
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