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Basketball on the court
How Much Does A Basketball Weigh?

How Much Does A Basketball Weigh?

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How much does a basketball weigh? A 29.5 inch (75 cm) men’s basketball weighs about 22 ounces (oz) or 1.4 pounds (lbs). A 28.5 inch men’s basketball weighs about 20 ounces (oz) or 1.25 pounds (lbs). Basketball leagues also have their own standards and regulations for the size and weight of basketballs that they use. The NBA (National Basketball Association), WNBA (Women’s National Basketball Association), NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association), and FIBA (International Basketball Federation or Fédération Internationale de Basketball)…

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Weighted Basketball
What is a Weighted Basketball Used For?

What is a Weighted Basketball Used For?

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What is a weighted basketball used for? A weighted basketball is used to enhance a basketball player’s skills and strength. A weighted basketball provides many benefits and is specifically used to improve passing, ball handling (dribbling), and rebounding. A weighted basketball (also called a heavy ball) is very useful because it increases the strength in your fingers, hands, and forearms after repeated use. After using the weighted ball consistently and the right way, basketball players will see the positive effects…

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