Rubber vs. Composite: The Basketball Duel You Can't Ignore!

[@fitcwebb]

I never liked rubber balls because the tackiness would actually make it react different off the backboard and rim. Bank shots especially, were not the same

[@StreetballStrategies]

Rubber can take some adjusting to, for sure.

[@shyamganeshkandasamy]

Great video Kumpel. You deserve more subscribers and million views. 🤞🏻

[@darealiyu5712]

Thanks for making this video!

[@StreetballStrategies]

Thanks for watching.

[@michaelcrespi]

The composite balls are pretty good on mostly clean outdoor or indoor courts (if you can’t afford a leather one) However on dirtier courts the composite is really hard to grip and picks up a lot more dirt. I usually prefer a premium rubber grip ball outdoors friends happy hooping.

[@StreetballStrategies]

Good point about the dirt. It definitely makes a difference.

[@ninjaoftherift1620]

You know what I'd like you to try sir. The moltens. They have a the composite leather molten bg3800 and the rubber bg 2000

[@StreetballStrategies]

I’ll add them to the list.👌🏼

[@ninjaoftherift1620]

@@StreetballStrategies also I think I've been looking at the best outdoor. Ball the molten d3500 my family ha sit in Latin America but it's discontinued In USA they still sell in outside of USA it's probably the best outdoor ball ever it's so durable. Im trying to buy it my self

[@polishguy1900]

I play with spalding tf-1000 legacy both outdoor (clean tartan only) and indoor. I strongly recommend it.

[@brenokobayashi7689]

Thanks a lot for this video. Very helpful.

[@StreetballStrategies]

Glad I could help.

[@HumanBean520]

I prefer rubber outside bc it still has good grip even when it’s dusty

[@StreetballStrategies]

Same.

[@t1mmah]

Is it a good idea to purchase a rubber basketball for drills on a blacktop court? And then purchase a nicer leather basketball for indoor play? Or purchase an indoor/outdoor composite for all purposes?

[@StreetballStrategies]

I always think it’s better to have specialized tools for certain applications. I would have the two separate basketballs if you can.

[@LolRoboShotU]

Rubber feels better for grip. Bounce is better with composite. I feel composite collects dirt quickly and you lose the stickiness of it. When i dribble and catch the ball in the opposite hand, i dont like the feel of the ball still rotating in my hand. I also hate the bounce of rubber, too bouncy. I rather just play indoor.

[@StreetballStrategies]

Can’t fault you for that. All valid points. 👍🏼

[@fireice2585]

It depends on the court you're playing. If the outdoor court is dusty, it doesn't matter what ball you use, they will have less grip than a clean court.

[@GasGotti]

The only thing I truly hate about outdoor only rubber balls, is it being too grippy and doesn’t rotate nicely when catching dribbles. Makes it way harder to move with the ball.

[@EverythingBasketballs]

A lot of good information. Nicely done.

[@StreetballStrategies]

Thank you! Very kind of you.

[@ZABEASTZA]

Great video! Keep going!

[@StreetballStrategies]

Thank you! 🙏🏼

[@w0rldv1raldaily]

Csn u review AND 1 Basketball hydrogrip

[@StreetballStrategies]

I’ll add it to the list.

[@kleo3521]

how about the weight difference though? I find rubber balls heavy.

[@StreetballStrategies]

I think it depends on how a ball is constructed. The bladder of the ball usually determines most of the weight, not the material of the cover.

[@Devil-bs8ho]

I play on a concrete court what should i use

[@StreetballStrategies]

I’d go with rubber on concrete. amzn.to/3dqW5f4

[@Devil-bs8ho]

Thnx 👍👍

[@aryasrafiq3428]

Hello, What basketball would you recommend for outdoors with bad concrete courts

[@breadclips7366]

I bought a wilson ncaa highlight it works great for outdoors and can be use for indoor and outdoor you do need to pump it up enough other wise its not gonna boucne enough, i love mine

[@StreetballStrategies]

A rubber ball that's not too expensive, so that you can easily replace it.

[@enanebres6481]

love this video

[@StreetballStrategies]

Thanks!

[@MonarchGuy974]

Can anyone show me a composite ball that maintains its grippy feel for over 8 months on concrete? I've had Wilsons, Spaldings and within 4 months they ALL become very slippery and completely unusable! So far only the Nike True Grip has been able to keep its grippy feel for years but they dont make those anymore.

[@StreetballStrategies]

Good question…🤔

[@MonarchGuy974]

@@StreetballStrategies I think there's hope for the Nike Jordan 8P. It looks just like the True Grip but better! Can you do review on it?

[@StreetballStrategies]

@@MonarchGuy974 I’ll add it to the list!

[@MonarchGuy974]

@@StreetballStrategies Thanks!

[@aeplays101official4]

Molten

[@damiankumar3692]

Hey I am looking for a basketball your review has really helped me decide to get a Rubber ball based on what I’m looking for, but now I’m not really sure what ball to look out for I am looking for a durable long lasting basketball for outdoors, I was considering the Spalding street basketball but I’m not soo sure you got any other options that aren’t soo expensive too I would appreciate it a lot.

[@ninjaoftherift1620]

I would try the NBA street phantom I have its about 20 bucks a premium super grip rubber ball

[@StreetballStrategies]

@@ninjaoftherift1620 Good choice. GET THE PHANTOM BASKETBALL HERE: Affiliate link: amzn.to/3msX2oB

[@360WaveLength]

I would actually recommend the Wilson DRV pro for a premium rubber ball. It has a lot of snap, but interacts very similarly to composite balls far as the backboards and rims are concerned. It has a very reliable, predictable bounce compared to other outdoor balls, & it has the deep channel feel & softness of an expensive indoor ball. So it shoots and feels very nice. The grip is also VERY reliable. It’s only 30 USD. Got it a few months back, it became my go to outdoor ball.

[@marktaylor5681]

The regular DSG blue rubber ball...not the tech grip... The DSG blue feels like good composite. I couldn't believe it when I first felt it! It's 20 bucks at Dicks Sporting Goods.

[@nenegortat5106]

Would you recommend the Spalding Street phantom ball for outdoor use?

[@StreetballStrategies]

Definitely.

[@nenegortat5106]

@@StreetballStrategies Over the Spalding NBA street ball?

[@StreetballStrategies]

@@nenegortat5106 Nope. Same exact ball. Different colors.

[@nenegortat5106]

@@StreetballStrategies Oh I didn’t know that. Thanks for the tips and great content!

[@StreetballStrategies]

@@nenegortat5106 You’re very welcome.

[@warriorharj79]

Hi there, I'm in the UK and I just wanted to ask how the outdoor courts are in the US. are they quite smooth or do they have many little stones and is rough? I just would like to know for comparison. Thanks!

[@StreetballStrategies]

It depends where you are in the US. We’re a huge country and fairly diverse. There are plenty of courts that are rough in areas where basketball isn’t thought of as a priority. But in general, I would say the average court in the average city is probably fairly smooth.

[@warriorharj79]

@@StreetballStrategies thank you bro.

[@StreetballStrategies]

@@warriorharj79 You’re welcome 🙏🏼

[@yoshigod7480]

@@StreetballStrategies the uk sucks, almost every court here is a rough rocky Court or an awful tarmac one

[@StreetballStrategies]

@@yoshigod7480 Sorry to hear it. I would definitely use rubber basketballs on those kinds of courts.

[@kaitesitracy1993]

Thanks

[@StreetballStrategies]

You’re welcome.

[@wooshywoosh7959]

Here on our place we usually have roughy ass courts should i buy a rubber one?

[@StreetballStrategies]

Definitely. Rough courts tear up balls. Rubber basketballs perform well and are not expensive to replace.

[@nenegortat5106]

Have you tried the Nike True Grip? If you have would you recommend it?

[@StreetballStrategies]

I have not tried it. But it is on my list to be reviewed.

[@MonarchGuy974]

Nike True Grip is the best composite basketball ever. I used mine playing 2-3x a week outdoors for 3.5 years (except 3 months of summer) and it still maintained its grippy feel! By the 3rd year it was obviously falling apart but the grip was still perfect. I have yet to find a composite bball that keeps it's grippiness until its dying day!

[@nenegortat5106]

@@MonarchGuy974 thanks

[@jeffstone7912]

Maybe you might try a size 6 ball?

[@StreetballStrategies]

Why?

[@EnigmaPhi23]

I prefer leather basketball for indoor play, and composite leather for outdoor play.

[@StreetballStrategies]

Sounds good to me. 👍🏼

[@bruhmaster4207]

I can only afford rubber, so rubber it is 👌

[@StreetballStrategies]

Can’t go wrong with rubber.

[@efe6105]

broo i want the best car first is there a problem?? İ just play for fun, solo. I want the feeling...

[@oscarusestools]

What is the best outdoor period. No limit on price

[@StreetballStrategies]

“Best” is really subjective. But I do LOVE the WILSON NCAA Replica Game Ball amzn.to/3xdx0fa

[@14ls98]

Composite Leather all the time.

[@StreetballStrategies]

Good choice.

[@alex-pv]

Which ball, according to your experience and criteria, is best for an outdoor court? ignoring those 2 balls that you show in the video Thank you!!!

[@StreetballStrategies]

Best is subjective but my current overall favorite is the Wilson DRV. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6a3fmlrasR7sNksi=olDDTlRUEfGTw-Dl

[@nikaxojashvili1781]

Is molten bg5000 outdoor or indoor I just bought it and I don't have indoor court that's why I am asking

[@StreetballStrategies]

Both.

[@nikaxojashvili1781]

@@StreetballStrategies guess what I gave up on basketball

[@StreetballStrategies]

@@nikaxojashvili1781 Sad to hear it.

[@martijn439]

@@nikaxojashvili1781 did you use the ball outdoor? and did it destroy fast? thanks

[@eduvivan2562]

Will my basketball skills get worse if I practice with a rubber ball? I’m a beginner but I want to try and go pro if I get the chance…

[@StreetballStrategies]

There is no reason for your skills to diminish because of a rubber basketball. Some players and coaches will say to stick to training with the equipment you play with. Pros train indoors with leather balls. My opinion is that the more versatile your basketball experiences, the better. I also believe there’s a proper process, a hierarchy. Beginners should use basic, beginner equipment. Rubber basketballs are THE foundational ball for any player.

[@DDDd-yz6kz]

I have a rubber basketball. Everytime I play pick up basketball, I have to adjust to composite leather balls which are lighter and have softer grip. I would recommend sticking to ball used in the competition you are playing in.

[@Ralt_z]

i love all big balls

[@StreetballStrategies]

…🎵And I cannot lie🎵

[@therealkeen201]

That rubber ball a finger jammer🤣 and i always used the the evolution indoor ball for outdoors even though i know it’s going to get damage quicker 🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️

[@StreetballStrategies]

Whatever works best for you is all good. 👍🏼

[@Joe-ve4hg]

God bless

[@arnav5419]

Which one is best for beginner

[@StreetballStrategies]

My opinion is rubber. It’s basic. Start basic and work your way up.

[@JD-ml7cg]

Do a spalding street phantom review

[@StreetballStrategies]

I’m pretty sure the Phantom is the same exact ball just in a different color.

[@JD-ml7cg]

@@StreetballStrategies no its not. Its actually has big groves

[@StreetballStrategies]

@@JD-ml7cg Oh, that would be awesome! If that’s true, that may be THE perfect outdoor basketball 🤔.

[@JD-ml7cg]

@@StreetballStrategies i love it but it only last me 2-3 months. But after 2 months i would compare it to a leather spalding with a few hours in. For reference I only use it to shoot 3 hrs 7 days a week. So far its a 2-3 month ball. It can bulge like a tire if its hit to hard on a sharp surface.

[@StreetballStrategies]

GET THE ZI/O BALL HERE: Affiliate link: amzn.to/3alINyM GET THE SPALDING STREET BALL HERE: Affiliate link: amzn.to/3COTYvN What material ball do you prefer? Ball up!

[@shyamganeshkandasamy]

I just bought Spalding gold and I am loving it for the outdoors. However, I find the composite Spalding gold to be heavier than the rubber balls. Whats your opinion pal??

[@enanebres6481]

rubber

[@tiagofernandes8389]

Why can't you master the basics with a top of the line basketball? Lol You need to play with which one you like better and that's it.

[@StreetballStrategies]

I believe beginners should start basic and work their way up to top of the line. It's called an opinion. You're free to disagree but not tell me what mine should be.

[@Master_Reven]

Drink everytime he says "balls"

[@randho5150]

This video is better at 1.5 speed

[@StreetballStrategies]

Yes, I choose to be comprehensive rather than concise. Yet and still, there’s no wasted information. Either way, views are views.

[@davidponce3237]

Is composite fake leather?

[@StreetballStrategies]

Essentially, yes. It’s synthetic leather. It’s man-made so that the basketball does not need to be broken in like traditional leather basketballs intending for you to have better grip immediately.

[@davidponce3237]

wilson ncaa replica or spalding nbs zi\o

[@StreetballStrategies]

Definitely Wilson.

[@ahspect]

Just a man and his balls.

[@StreetballStrategies]

🏀🏀💪🏼

[@babyboi98]

🤭🤭🤣😂😂😂😂😂

[@tamjidalam2122]

sorry i dont want watch a video 15 mins straight can u tell me just here?

[@NDA_VONYE]

Both good

[@anchorr2035]

Can you gift me one please I need one 🤗

[@StreetballStrategies]

There will be giveaways in the future.

[@cesarmartinez7724]

Composite balls are heavier I’ve noticed

[@StreetballStrategies]

They’re definitely more solid. They usually have more construction than regular rubber basketballs.

[@ayokbbeats95]

First