Top products from r/BasketballTips
We found 21 product mentions on r/BasketballTips. We ranked the 34 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. Nike Zoom I Get Buckets Mens Basketball Trainers 643300 Sneakers Shoes (UK 10 US 11 EU 45, Night Shade Atomic Mango Turbo Green Metallic 300)
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Number of reviews: 1
nike free trainer 7.0 mens hi top running trainers 599086 003 uk 16 us 17 eu 51.5 sneakers shoes
2. Whitelotous 5pcs 50ml Needle Tip Glue Bottle Applicator Transparent Plastic Glue Dispenser Needle Bottle for Rosin Solder Flux Paste
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
50ml dispensing needle pot with rosin with needleDispensing bottle ,50CC plastic bottle, oil rosin ,0.9mm needleMaterial: PE plasticProduct size: 11.5x3.5x3.5cm/4.53*1.38*1.38"Great for many crafting products
3. Molten BGG Composite Basketball, FIBA Approved
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Number of reviews: 1
FIBA ApprovedComposite Leather CoverButyl BladderIndoor Use2- Year Warranty
4. Spalding NBA Oversize Training Aid Basketball, Orange, Size 7
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Number of reviews: 1
Official NBA weight with a 33" SizePerformance composite cover12% larger than a full-size ballOfficial training aid of the NBADesigned for indoor play
5. Bauerfeind - GenuTrain - Knee Support - Targeted Support for Pain Relief and Stabilization of the Knee, Provides Relief of Weak, Swollen, and Injured Knees
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
CORRECT FIT AND SIZING: With your knee slightly bent, use the center/outside of your knee as your starting point and measure 5 1/2" up your thigh. Measure around thigh for circumference. Using center/outside of knee for starting point, measure 4 3/4" down your calf. Measure around calf for circumfer...
6. Pro-Tec Gel-Force Knee Support, Large
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Number of reviews: 1
Thick gel provides comfortable stabilization to the knee, and absorption of dynamic forces.4way stretch material provides supportive compression while allowing full range of motion.Light, breathable fabric keeps skin dry reducing any fabric irritation.Medial and lateral sprial stays provide knee joi...
7. Wooden: A Lifetime of Observations and Reflections On and Off the Court
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
8. Anti-Fog Kit for Glasses Sunglasses Ski Goggles Gun Scopes Binoculars Eyewear
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Anti-Fog KitSpray on surface, wipe clean with the microfiber cloth provided or tissueBecomes more effective with repeated useShould not be used on anti-reflective lensesglasses, sunglasses, ski goggles, binoculars, diving masks, gun scopes, helmet visors
9. Wilson NCAA Replica Game Basketball, Official - 29.5"
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Replica of the NCAA Game BallMoisture absorbing material offers superior grip ability designed for indoor/outdoor playLaid in composite channels provides a 100 percentage composite coverThe soft feel of the balls' cushion core carcass gives you more confidence to take a shot because it rolls off you...
10. Elobara Callus Remover, Foot File with 12 pcs, Repair and Smooth Cracked, Dead Skin, Dry, Rough Feet
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Self-stick adhesive pad secures cushion in place, to reduce friction / rubbing.U-shaped design surrounds the sore spot, providing extra padding around the area.Soft felt eliminates the sharp pressure of each step.Wool felt blend.Caution: Not recommended for those with diabetes or poor circulation. M...
13. The Rivalry: Bill Russell, Wilt Chamberlain, and the Golden Age of Basketball
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Number of reviews: 1
14. Spalding NBA Street Outdoor Basketball, Size 7 - Official Size (29.5"), Orange
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Number of reviews: 1
PERFORMANCE: Durable outdoor rubber coverSUPERIOR CONTROL: Deep channel design for easy handlesOFFICIAL SIZE: Size 7, 29.5”INFLATION: Shipped inflated and we recommend 8 PSI
15. Spalding NBA Zi/O Excel Basketball - Official Size 7 (29.5")
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Official NBA size and weight: Size 7, 29.5 inchesZi/O Tournament composite coverFoam backed design for excellent feelShipped inflated and game readyDesigned for indoor and outdoor playIndoor/outdoor composite leather basketballDeep channel design for better dribble controlFoam backing under the full...
16. Wilson Evolution Game Basketball, Black, Official Size - 29.5"
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Number of reviews: 1
THE #1 INDOOR BALL: The Evolution is the #1 indoor game basketball in America, on more courts than any other basketballSIGNATURE EVO FEEL: The soft feel that the Evolution basketball is famous for is due it’s Cushion Core Carcass, making the ball softer to the touch and easier to grip around the r...
17. Becoming a Supple Leopard 2nd Edition: The Ultimate Guide to Resolving Pain, Preventing Injury, and Optimizing Athletic Performance
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Becoming a Supple Leopard 2nd Edition The Ultimate Guide to Resolving Pain Preventing Injury and Optimizing Athletic Performance
18. Basketball: Steps to Success (STS (Steps to Success Activity)
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Number of reviews: 1
Human Kinetics Publishers
Coaching Basketball by Jerry Krause (not that Jerry Krause) is pretty comprehensive. But it's pretty old, so a lot of the tactics are probably outdated by now. But it's fine for getting used to basketball related terminology.
I strongly recommend Half Court Hoops on Youtube. No frills, just straight to the point, TONS of plays from NBA, NCAA, and even travel league.
And the final book I recommend is SABA: The Antifragile Offense by Brian McCormick. It's not a collection of plays - in fact the book advocates the opposite. Instead of teaching young players specific plays and offense, it emphasizes using certain actions to create "small advantages" (like a switch forced by a PnR or a close out created by a ball reversal) and teaching players to grow that "small advantage" into a "big advantage" (a wide open shot or a layup). In short, it teaches athletes "how to play." I think it's the natural next step from the read and react offense, and a great way to think about basketball offense and teach it in the modern era.
It's really hard to pick a "best basketball", as it depends a lot on preference, whether you like softer / stickier balls or tougher ones, deep or shallow gooves, etc.
That being said... Being the uk and this time of the year, I assume you're gonna play indoors. The ball I use is this Wilson NCAA replica, and I very much enjoy it. That being said, it is a very sticky / grippy ball, so if you handle / dribble it a lot I can see it being a bit rough on the hands, since it doesn't "slide" in your palm like other basketballs.
On the other side of the spectrum, I also have a Spalding TF-250 for outdoors play, and the composite material is very tough and more on the slippery side. Also more durable.
Other than that, Molten balls I've played with also tend to be pretty nice, kinda middle-of-the-road-ish (I think it was the GM7 that I'm thinking of). Probably more durable than the Wilson too, since it's not quite as soft.
I have never tried any of the ones you recommended, but the one I use a lot is this one Zi/O. It is great for indoors and does pretty well outdoors too. I like that its tacky and not rubbery like most outdoor balls. It does wear out after a while but it still has that leathery feel to it.
I've fought two torn shoulders, a torn ankle, pretty bad tendonitis in both knees, countless sprained ankles, a sprained knee, broken ribs, etc and I'm only 24. Thankfully the major problems occurred from 19-24 after I finished my competetive career. I'm working towards a comeback so this is very relevant to me.
The first thing you need to do is the equivalent of physical therapy (strengthening exercises), even if nothing is hurt right now. Almost every muscularskeletal problem can be fixed or prevented through increased strength and flexibility in the correct muscles. Your muscles support your joint function, which take a lot of abuse from playing sports. Having strong muscles in the right areas also helps prevent injury.
One big thing I've learned is that almost everything in your body is connected. Foot pain? Possible cause could be as far away as your lower back. Personally, I resolved some of my knee pain from strengthening my glutes. The human body is extremely complex and it's a ton of information to learn. Between years of physical therapy and doctor's visits and reading up on it all, I've become a lot more knowledgeable but still barely know anything.
Your options are 1) find someone who knows what they're doing or 2) learn it all yourself. Personally I have found a really great training gym where all the coaches know a lot about injury prevention and how to exercise to both prevent injury and improve athletic performance. Hopefully you can find something similar for you.
Kelly Starret has a youtube channel a book and a website. Crossfit gets a bad rap (rightfully so I believe), but this guy has very good info. His big thing is mobility, which deals with how the different muscles are connected to joints and appendages. Problems in one thing will affect other things, and he shows how to fix these problems with stretches and pressure therapy/release.
Oh another thing, I have a personal massage therapist, who helps loosen my muscles from heavy training and tells me if she feels any imbalances. So I have a lot of very expensive and knowledgable people helping me, I realize I'm very fortunate. I think without money, it's very difficult to get the best protection and treatment there is out there. :(
But the knees and ankles get the most damage, you can youtube knee and ankle strengthening exercises for basic stuff. That's a good first step. The stuff I mentioned is pretty over the top and specialized
https://www.amazon.com/Wooden-Lifetime-Observations-Reflections-Court-ebook/dp/B003TO4TKQ?ie=UTF8&btkr=1&redirect=true&ref_=dp-kindle-redirect
This right here. It gives you a lot of wisdom from a coach who demanded that his players do things the right way. It includes his pyramid of excellence, and is a very influential book for the way to approach the game.
EDIT:
https://www.amazon.com/Pistol-Biography-Maravich-Mark-Kriegel-ebook/dp/B000NY12PK/ref=sr_1_3?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1463447103&sr=1-3&keywords=pistol
https://www.amazon.com/Rivalry-Russell-Chamberlain-Golden-Basketball-ebook/dp/B000FCKGSY?ie=UTF8&btkr=1&redirect=true&ref_=dp-kindle-redirect
Also these two books.
Super glue. Apply it with a syringe to get the glue as deep as you can in that cavity.
Super glue sets pretty fast, so you'll be up and running in no time.
Try not to leave it in a hot car or direct sunlight.
You need better fitting shoes, and possibly better fitting socks. If it's only on one foot and it's a serious problem, you may need different sized shoes for each foot. Some people just have funky feet. If your feet are both the same size, it could be how you run/cut on one side. Next time you play, see if you're favoring a foot or not. depending on how sweaty your feet get and how big the blister is, you can also get something like this
http://www.amazon.com/FootSmart-40017-Felt-Callus-Cushions/dp/B000OQBWZW
I own a pair of Bauerfeind Genutrain knee braces and they're great for protecting your knees since they have gel padding all around your knee cap to keep it in place.
They're pricey but well worth the money.
http://www.amazon.com/Bauerfeind-Knee-Support-GenuTrain/dp/B0053VE7VY
I wore rec specs when I was younger but can honestly tell you that contact lenses are by far cheaper over the course of the year for a basketball player. This stuff worked for fogging: http://www.amazon.com/Anti-Fog-Glasses-Sunglasses-Goggles-Binoculars/dp/B003P0NHUC
http://www.amazon.com/Basketball-3rd-Edition-Success-Activity-Series/dp/1450414885
is a great start. It's hard to learn from a book sometimes though, so when you're learning a fundamental from the book, find an example on youtube.
Just so we're on the same page, a weighted basketball is it's own thing, it is NOT a medicine ball.
Dribbling is stressful to your arms, especially starting out. If you don't keep up with dribbling, you'll end up losing control over the ball after a few bounces - especially when dribbling/running. Watch children play basketball with a regulation ball, you'll see what I mean, it's significantly heavier for them, not to mention oversized.
But you're basically an adult - you're stronger, but nah you're the same. You'll just experience the stress differently. You just might think you're clumsy with the ball, but the fact is your motor skills needs some exercise.
The heavy ball should be used primarily for stationary dribbling drills; take it slow. Cycle through the heavy ball and normal ball. Here's a good resource for some drills you might want to take up with the heavy basketball.
Oh yeah, don't look at yourself dribbling - watch some TV or something while you do the drills.
always start close by the hoop to work on your form once you enter the park, shooting at the hashmarks around the FT line helped me gain more consistency and I instantly felt more confident shooting long range, i continue to do this once I get to the park. once you do that, shoot a lot of mid-range jumpers then start at the corner or straightaway for threes. just remember to always start real close to the hoop once you enter the park or gym. I also needed an adjustment period when I went from inside to outside, it could be a mental thing. I also always end my sessions with 3-5 straight free throw makes and that always helped me.
for a ball, i've always liked this one https://www.amazon.com/Spalding-Parent-63-249-parent-NBA-Street-Basketball-x/dp/B0009VELG4?th=1 but i know some people don't. It's generally good and has lasted me about a year and a half so far, I might get another one because the one I have now is starting to lose grip.
Evolution for $55
Wilson Evolution Indoor Game Basketball,Official – size 29.5 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009KMXWY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_ud5EAbR5315MC
I wore these
Compressive knee brace. Here are the ones I use.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004TTW3AI/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0063NEB8K?pc_redir=1408968057&robot_redir=1