Gear

We tested composite leather basketballs on gym floors and asphalt. Here’s the indoor ball to buy, the best all-surface pick, and a budget standout.

We tested outdoor basketballs for grip, durability, and air retention to find the right street ball for asphalt, driveways, and park courts.

Which insoles actually absorb court impact without sacrificing stability or fit — for casual pickup games to competitive play.

We tested flat, oval and fat replacement laces to find pairs that hold a knot through play, fit high-tops, and match your shoe’s original shade.

We tested sprays, wipes, and sticky mats to find the best way to restore grip on dusty basketball shoes, with picks for teams, travel, and tight budgets.

We tested six electric ball pumps. Our top pick reaches 17 psi with an accurate auto-stop; the TorrX suits officials who must hit an exact pressure.

Six rechargeable ball pumps tested for gauge accuracy, battery life and size. Here’s the one for coaches, refs and families — and the budget pick.

We tested cleaners, foams, and wipes for leather, knit, and mixed-material basketball shoes. These kits lift court dirt without damaging uppers.

Find the best basketball jersey and shorts set for youth players that actually fits as advertised. Avoid sizing guesswork and get value with our picks.

Find the best basketball footwork training equipment – from tangle-free ladders to contact pads – for real game improvement.