Gear

We tested eight basketball compression tights and found the 3/4 cut that stays put under shorts, plus the best full-length and budget pairs.

We tested padded compression shorts for basketball to find pads that stay put, cover hips and thighs, and survive the wash, plus a budget McDavid pick.

We tested cushioned crew and mid-calf basketball socks for cuff hold, court feel, and durability, plus the packs worth buying for a team.

Find grip socks that lock your foot in without crowding your basketball shoes — multi-packs, knee-highs, and dual-grip options for every player.

We tested compression socks for basketball, from firm 20-30 mmHg knee-highs to cushioned crews, so you can pick for game days and recovery.

We tested basketball headbands for sweat absorption, fit and grip. Here’s the band that keeps your eyes dry without squeezing your head.

We tested basketball wristbands for sweat, fit and washability. Our top pick is a soft two-pack; heavy sweaters should go double-layer.

We tested basketball sweatbands to find the sets that absorb, stay put and survive a full game, from cotton terry to quick-dry nylon.

We tested microfiber gym towels and cooling towels to find the best basketball towel for sweat, hot courts, bench coverage, and pocket carry.

We tested cotton sideline towels, microfiber gym packs and cooling wraps to find what keeps a basketball player’s hands and face dry.