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I have played pretty much my whole life and never once used a mouth guard for basketball. I also don't recall seeing anyone else using one. Overall I really don't believe they are necessary for the average person in basketball. If you have a dental issue then yes ask a dentist. If, for some reason it makes you more comfortable to have one, there are several options. I use this somewhat regularly for BJJ and while its kind of bulky it works just fine. If you plan on using it for a long time though you might just invest in a custom one so you can communicate better with your team.

If you're prioritizing price and durability, the Spalding NBA Street ball is a decent choice: https://www.amazon.com/Spalding-NBA-Street-Basketball-Official/dp/B0009VELG4/ref=sr_1_4?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1537646004&sr=1-4&keywords=outdoor+basketball

It's only like $15. It's rubber, so it's definitely gonna feel "cheaper" than a nice indoor-only ball, but it's made to be played outside and shouldn't get messed up from snow and ice. Should also be fairly easy to grip even if it gets somewhat wet.

Another option is an indoor/outdoor basketball like this: https://www.amazon.com/Spalding-NBA-Indoor-Outdoor-Basketball/dp/B000A7OUE0


About $30, and will feel more similar to an indoor game ball, if that's important to you. I suspect that ball gets a little more slippery when wet.

I've never used one before, only experience I have with wearables in bball is my teammate's apple watch falling off in a game and I rescued it before it got stomped on. From the Reviews and Q&A section of the fitbit inspire clip on amazon, seems like it will do a solid job slipping on to part of your shorts or laced into your shoes.

I've put in a lot of hours on a Lifetime system. Not that model, but similar. Held up great. Got slammed on. Never a problem. Sturdy.

I think this is what I have: https://www.amazon.com/Spalding-NBA-Excel-Basketball-Intermediate/...

But yeah, Spalding is the best except for some of the Wilson balls which are overpriced for what they are.

Not sure the exact part name, but you may be able to hack together a solution with a pipe clamp and some hardware. Something like this or this.

“The inner game of tennis” https://www.amazon.ca/Inner-Game-Tennis-Classic-Performance/dp/0679778314 is probaby the best book I’ve ever read on sports psychology. Give it a shot!

Your ankles would still be weak while you are recovering. Do the training that lukeno23 recommended. At the same time put on ankle bracers if you do play. They help to prevent ankles quite a lot. At least for me. I had similar weak ankle issues. Bracers and strengthening.

This is the bracer I got. It is light and very secure. A hassle to out on, but so glad I had it when I rolled my ankle. It didn't roll and simply roll back to normal. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000UVVXPA?cache=6f9267c9f858df05d9f25622ac63325c&pi=SY200_QL40&qid=1412328858&sr=8-3#ref=mp_s_a_1_3

https://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.amazon.co.uk/Jump-Attack-Explosive-Athletic-Performance/dp/1476714401&ved=2ahUKEwiwu5uLyJvZAhVDF8AKHZsCDeEQFjAMegQIDxAB&usg=AOvVaw0efr9deS7Wv-rCiHphJfzI

This book is good for increasing jump height

Wilson Solution NCAA Official Game Ball is also very nice. Its similar to the Wilson Evolution, but with extra moisture protection

http://www.amazon.com/Wilson-NCAA-Solution-Game-Basketball/dp/B0009LM6CK

If he mostly plays indoors then the Wilson Evolution is the ball I have and I see others with most often.
https://www.amazon.com/Wilson-Evolution-Indoor-Game-Basketball/dp/B0009KMXWY

It's a nice gift-worthy ball, but really should never be used outdoors since it will get worn out real quick on cement. If he mostly plays outdoor then a cheaper ball meant for outdoor use is the way to go. I don't have a rec for that though.

NBA Coaches Playbook: Techniques, Tactics, and Teaching Points is highly recommended. https://www.amazon.com/NBA-Coaches-Playbook-Techniques-Teaching/dp/0736063552

Most of the games and practices your son plays in will be with the Wilson Evolution ball. It's normally around $50.

Caveat; this ball should not be used outdoors.

Can I Keep My Jersey?: 11 Teams, 5 Countries, and 4 Years in My Life as a Basketball Vagabond

For indoor: Wilson Evolution Indoor Game Basketball Official (29.5") https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009KMXWY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_Ya6zwbHRMTYRW

For outdoor: Spalding NBA Replica Indoor/Outdoor Game Ball, Orange, Size 7/29.5-Inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SOKFHFG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_5c6zwbR2WMWTW

How about this ball?

https://www.amazon.com/Spalding-TF-500-Intermediate-Size-Basketaball/dp/B000GW21FY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1509503285&sr=8-1&keywords=Spalding%2BTF-500&th=1

https://www.amazon.com/Unique-Sports-Dribble-Specs-Basketball/dp/B0000BYS19/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1524746433&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=basketball+goggles&dpPl=1&dpID=41zBLGdOfcL&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0009VELE6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1502575445&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=zi%2F0%2Bexcel&dpPl=1&dpID=61EtF1C2V-L&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1

http://www.amazon.com/Champion-Sports-Oversized-Training-Basketball/dp/B0002QTHQA/ref=pd_sbs_sg_7

i have one. it makes me thing the regular basketball is small that it really is. I have small hands so it helps a little.

Check the book "erratic fire, erratic passion" by Jeff Parker and Pasha Malla. Its a collection of "found poetry;" actually just a bunch of post game interviews from athletes (lots of bball, but also Mike Tyson, Anna Kournikova, Ben Johnson...)

No, I thought you meant this one: https://www.amazon.com/Spalding-NBA-Street-Basketball-Official/dp/B0009VELG4