Wilson Official NBA Game Ball Review

[@swishlife969]

You sold me on this lol I was second guessing on buying this but after watching your review, I’m definitely buying as soon as there is a restock! I love my Spalding official NBA ball although it isn’t even halfway broken in yet. You just got a new sub btw 🤝

[@Love2Hoop]

SwishLife I appreciate you! Not gonna front, my Spalding is probably halfway broken in, and my Wilson brand new feels like it's only a few months behind the Spalding in the break in process. If you can't grab the Wilson official don't worry, your Spalding is still legit! Also, I saw some of your 2K vids, you out here!! I also see you skipped 2K21 like I did too 😂

[@swishlife969]

@@Love2Hoop I’m most likely going to wait until my Spalding ball breaks in then I’ll get a Wilson lol The 2K vids were just whatever 😂 I’m gonna try out 2K22 though

[@mastersplinter5966]

@@Love2Hoop Love 2 Hoop, what compression sleeves do you use or recommend? I noticed some sleeves are padded on the elbow and some aren't. Can't seem to find the padded ones, I only see them on NBA players. I see LeBron and Russell Westbrook wear them a lot.

[@deejaay]

I can't tell you how many times I watched your vids before I finally purchased my WOGB. I immediately went to my basement (carpeted work out area) and started pound dribbles. LOL! Got it on the court today and that swiiiisssssshh yeezus. But, for it to feel and play perfect, gotta be warmed up, and sweaty. Or while stretching vigorously rub the ball to "warm" it up and to capture your natural body sweat and oil. 1 of the guys in this run asked to dribble it, and soon as it caught it "eww man this feels weird" lol! We ended up playing with evolution. Now, going from WOGB to the WEVO, the WEVO felt so light and slippery and too sticky in random spots in contrast to the WOGB. Nonetheless, preciate your reviews and honest feedback bro.

[@Love2Hoop]

I appreciate you for leaving this comment because you're describing the exact experience of getting the WOGB and getting it to the point you can use it. You found out quickly the difference between a good composite leather and a full genuine leather basketball and it's DIFFFFERENT. I sometimes use my WOGB to warm up before using an evolution in a game to help with my shot. The Evolution is sticky so I feel like I have too much control on the release of the shot.

[@deejaay]

@@Love2Hoop my pleasure bro! 💪🏿 yessir, warm up with the WOGB to get a good rhythm on my shot. You're right it will expose your jump shot.

[@jefferyharris6306]

Agree with everything totally! My fingers hurt, you have to get use to the up bounce. It’s day 1 for me. Should be ready for play in 2 months.

[@Love2Hoop]

I'm working on a video to show the differences between the two (Spalding vs Wilson) for performance, and going back and forth you see a lot of small differences that add up to meaning a lot.

[@haebul7506]

Ty bro. Im asian not goot at english. So i alway saw and listen ur video many time to understand. Ur back groun music little bit louder than ur voice. If u can pls smaller ur background music? So i can listen ur sweet voice. Ty so much

[@nathanielrosario178]

I want you to know this man took 2 WHOLE MINUTES to just start talking about the review.

[@Love2Hoop]

Way to ruin my monetization man geez 🙄 😂😂

[@reginaldsingh245]

Ladies and Gentlemen! The GOD of Basketball's has spoken! Amazing review! Keep'em coming!

[@Love2Hoop]

Yessir!!!

[@carlowsmallows]

The Solution was the best but man, I just got this the other day and you're right. This one takes the top spot for me as well.

[@Love2Hoop]

What's going to be funny is when you read this comment 6 months from now and you tell me how much better it's gotten.

[@gregorybellii5662]

Hey man I subscribed to your channel good stuff. I just got the official Spalding basketball and the number one thing I love about it is the control you get from it. I also realized that genuine leather is great for lay ups because of the control you get with the leather. The break in time does suck but it's worth it. Can't wait to get the Wilson official ball. Thanks for the review

[@Love2Hoop]

In your honest opinion, how would you best describe the control you get from genuine leather vs. composite leather? I think I've done a pretty good job but until you really play with one (pause) you don't truly understand. Great comment my guy!

[@gregorybellii5662]

@@Love2Hoop The way i would describe it is that the grip from the leather really exposes your skill in every way. It's tough to put it into words but in the basketball league I run we use the evolution for the games and since I recently got the official ball, that's all I've been playing with. The difference is literally night and day. Since I've been shooting with the official ball, the evolution is a piece of cake to play with. You can manipulate the control with a composite cover on the ball. You can't do that with leather. Every detail matters. So that's how I would describe the control of genuine leather vs composite leather. Manipulation.

[@magic1kd]

I will say I just got the Spalding ball and it does feel alot different, I think your analysis is spot on. I feel like the grip I get from the Spalding is superior to any other ball. Those damn Evos get slippery real quick and as a semi big I usually get a sweaty ball from a guard and lose grip with the second I have to react from the assists. Didn't run into that problem with the Spalding. Everyone also seemed to shoot better with it.

[@lightexposesdarkness154]

I'm shocked I haven't seen anyone mention just working a new leather ball with your hands to break it in to some degree and Skip months of bouncing around. It's a thin strip of leather for each panel and leather is leather it just needs some flexing. Flatten the ball some and just start working it and flexing it pushing down on it over a hard smooth surface. Maybe do that for however long someone can over a few days and it'll make a difference already without even using it yet. The Spalding I have is definitely softer already and with a little bit of moisture on the hands you can start feeling that "buttery" feel already and I haven't even shot with it yet. I like to shoot around once in awhile don't really care for the competition of the game. But I can say with a little moisture on your hands after working the ball with my hands over some time that it's definitely softer and has that better feel already. I haven't looked for it.... I'm sure it's out there somewhere but I haven't seen anyone say to just work it with your hands. But flattening it makes it a little easier so you can flex the leather a little bit more work it better. I believe most official sizes will end up in the 20. Something ouce range. The one I have measures perfect at 29.5 and it's 20.4ish Oz. The first one I got that I returned was just slightly bigger than 29.5 and it came in at 20.8 Oz. Obviously there will be a small variance but I don't think it's very much in most cases usually within half an ounce I would say. If it comes in bigger than 29.5 well then it makes sense that it might be slightly heavier too. I think the tolerance is plus or minus 1/8 for most. What I don't know is the durability of the leather ball? Like with everything hearing some contradicting perfectly opposite things. Long lasting before losing grip and feel? Or pretty short?

[@Love2Hoop]

Brotha if you don’t have a channel you might want to start one because this review is SPOT ON. It’s funny because I’m constantly trying to work in the leather with my hands and a lot of it is just to get used to the feel. I’ve seen reviews talking about products that help strip that layer and helps bring out the leather quicker but personally I’m not sure about that stuff. I’d rather work it in over time or without products so that I don’t risk permanently damaging the leather. And like you said, when your hands are dry the ball doesn’t seem great but once their warmed up or have some sweat on them then you really get to see what the fuss is about with NBA Official basketballs. Aye top tier review/comment from you champ! Appreciate the love 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@lightexposesdarkness154]

@@Love2Hoop thanks no problem.... Without trying to sound corny...."it has the just right feel" Based on bouncing it around a little and warming up in the house I guess I have yet to see how it literally shoots. I could see the complaints but I can't see that it feels like a cheap crappy $5 ball I'm not seeing that I guess..... But yeah cold dry hands and a brand new ball compared to an evolution I suppose that's not too far off. I don't know if the evolution I have is defective but I find it needs to be about half of the recommended pressure not to be too bouncy. It takes about 4 PSI compared to 8 PSI in the official ball to bounce the same height for mine. Can't speak for any other but just the one I have that makes it soft and squishy so it kind of feels like a toy compared to the official ball...... I'm sure a ball at 4 PSI is going to bounce a lot softer on the rim compared to 8 PSI. Pluses and minuses with everything I guess

[@edscottable]

@@Love2Hoop On my old spalding I sanded off the orange so it had he brown look like and old broke in ball. Then I put baseball oil all over it and put it in a trash bag and sat it in the window for a week. Ball looked great. Trouble is it was still hard. I’m not a kid anymore so all the dribbling to the store and in the driveway, don’t have time for it. When I hit the gym it’s time to play. So this ball is a no for me.

[@iandouglass9532]

Great review. Touched on all the important stuff.

[@Love2Hoop]

Aye Ian I appreciate that man, real talk. Hard to figure out the important points AND keep it under 15 min. Also... peeped some of your vids my guy, you got that Deadeye Shooter Badge! Shooting form looking solid

[@iandouglass9532]

@@Love2Hoop staahhhhpppp you flirt :D hahaha appreciate your words.

[@patrickschnell8697]

I got one and godamn this thing is so Good and it does take a little while to get use to the bounce because I have the old nba ball and I would say it has a more consistent bounce and has much deeper panels but the Wilson is definitely better and the pebbles feel much better to

[@Love2Hoop]

Definitely agree. The feel of the Wilson is better but the bounce of the Spalding is better.

[@ericksmart5563]

Thanks for the review. Dude. I have an official Spalding. I've had it for years. Granted I rarely use it until lately. It's no where close to being broken in yet.

[@Love2Hoop]

That's the wild thing about these genuine leather basketballs; if you don't use it the ball will never be broken in fully. Even after years you'll see the color change, but the leather will still be kinda hard until you putting miles on that ball. Now that I have the Wilson I go back and forth between it and the Spalding so that I can break in both at a similar rate.

[@ericksmart5563]

@@Love2Hoop it would be nice if you borrowed mine and broke it in for me. 🙂

[@garychen483]

@@ericksmart5563 why do you wanna break in the ball. The way your new Spalding official game ball feels in hands is perfect. I bought one last month and the ball never touched the ground except being held in my hands and I never want to really play it in a game or in practice. I should’ve bought another Spalding NBA official game ball from their official website. Now it’s gone forever.

[@ericksmart5563]

@@garychen483 greetings. Thanks for the feedback. The official game ball is horrible to play with before it's broken in. It's hard and slippery. I have every intent on playing with the ball for that's the purpose it was designed. It's not a shelf ornament for me. 🙂 My ball has gotten better as I've been using it the last few weeks but it's still not game ready.

[@garychen483]

@@ericksmart5563 Hi there, greetings to you too. I understand what you said. Almost all game ball buyers said the same thing. I personally think the way it feels in hands is great and I hope it stays like that forever. It’s probably just me. I don’t plan to play it anyway. Hey nice reading your reply. Hope you enjoy your Spalding NBA ball.

[@compingnick]

totally agree with your review. the bounce up is probably due to the toughness of the new leather. i found using slightly over 8psi helped.

[@Love2Hoop]

Great suggestion, I’m going to try that today 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@brahimmanny3878]

I bought the same ball and I inflated it to 8 psi, but didn't bounce back at all, so it's not that it pressure should it really be inflated????

[@eks_0]

I think if you a beginner and want to get better at shooting you should get this ball

[@Love2Hoop]

So you want to know something interesting: There have been so many times I've been training some beginner players (mostly 13-15) they rather use this basketball than an Evolution. I thought it was the quality then I realized they like the weight because it's easier to chuck up 3's 🤣😂

[@scotteduzntno8671]

So how much is that ball?

[@Love2Hoop]

A LOT! $200 before tax

[@quisieboy4]

🔥🔥 Review bruh! I got 2 of the Official Spalding balls and it is like night and day over the Evolution, Solution (my 2nd best to use) imo. It should be a crime how slept on the official NBA ball is at open runs. It's like dudes are scared of it. After reading a few reviews and seeing how the league said Wilson couldn't change any major specs of the ball different from what Spalding did I'm not sold its worth going after this Wilson ball. Especially not just so it can be kept in my duffle during open runs🤦🏿‍♂️

[@Love2Hoop]

Aye Quis well said my guy. That Spalding official is still one of the best out, and to be honest after going back to the Spalding after a day with the Wilson there is more of a difference than you think. I might have to do a true comparison video to break it down further, but if you feel like the size of the panels fits you better on a Wilson than the Spalding, make the switch. Otherwise you're good with the Spalding all day

[@magic1kd]

Yeah we need the video comparison, also it would be dope if you have a newer Spalding and field test them.

[@lightexposesdarkness154]

@@Love2Hoop those panels are the same as the spalding. 8 panels and the spacing looks to be exactly the same. I've got the spalding I'm not seeing any difference based on the video on panel size. As for the Spalding leather balls I believe they vary some might end up having deeper pebbling and some less. But slight difference probably don't matter in the end after it breaks in a little Besides the obvious lettering being different I'm not saying much any different for design. It looks like they kept the "pro seams" style that a lot of spaldings have or ones that have "NBA" stamped on them. What's different on the panels?

[@jamesstokes1726]

@quisieboy4 I have a broken in Spaulding and you’re right grown men cry about playing with it in open gym, the all have evo and I don’t get it. I quit running I thought hoppers want to play with what pros play with. 🤷🏾‍♂️ I’m not sold on the Wilson I need a true comparison video. I wonder what players think

[@lightexposesdarkness154]

@@jamesstokes1726 I see the side though it is a soft cover and smooth has enough grip has like a nice feel to it right away. Who cares what it feels like when your hands are dry and cold and you're not even using it right? How does it work while you're sweating and using it would seem to be the only thing that matters. I'm not sure if the Wilson I have is defective but if it's not then I believe most of them need to be lowered under 8 PSI and order not to be too bouncy and that's where some of the softness comes in. I did a careful comparison and it took 5 PSI in my evolution to bounce the same height as the official ball at 8 PSI. Maybe they're all like that maybe not but that's how mine is. The evolution at 8 PSI has the same stiffness as any ball at a PSI cuz it's the same pressure. Granted it still has that soft cover on the surface but at 5 PSI it's literally softer and squishier because it's a lower pressure. I'm curious if someone else is evolution is noticeably under 8 PSI to wherever they naturally like it to bounce? Three full PSI under is noticeably softer and more squishy because you can compress it right away and some of that initial feeling of how it's soft could just be because it's always at a lower pressure. So it kind of feels a little like a toy because of that to me even though it is a nice feel still. Plus the evolution just stinks it's got a nasty strong smell to it that most composite balls don't even smell at all but the evolution does at least mine does. I like the seam style that the Spalding has and it's not too deep it doesn't take away the feel as some of the spalding composites have a deeper seam. The leather ball's kind of weird it changes the most to me based on how dry or damp the hand is and the ball temperature and if the ball's dry or not. It's like no good when your hands are bone dry and you first grab it and the ball's dry and then as you use it it comes alive or something with the feel and grip. Sometimes when my hands are real dry I grab the ball and I mean it's super slick and I can't feel that soft smooth feel ...... But as soon as a little bit of moisture comes in it changes and gets more grip the more damp or sweaty...... Which seems to be the best for actual gameplay. But the evolution is pretty decent too. All preference I guess.

[@9921moo]

thanks....canada

[@Love2Hoop]

Shout out to my neighbors in the north! Big fan of BC

[@thomaslandry991]

We’re did you get it

[@Love2Hoop]

Ordered it on Wilson.com but I had to wait until the third release because I missed on the first two rounds.

[@cosmicpegasis1845]

yessir been waiting on this one💯

[@Love2Hoop]

We here!!

[@9921moo]

reading the comments...ask a songwriter...sometimes less is more...you would garnish more viewers with straight to the fact important info....anyways...again...thanks for my intro into wilson vs spalding b-balls and everything inbetween....stay safe bro.......canada

[@Love2Hoop]

Hence the 60 second recap, that’s for y’all 👍🏽👍🏽 the truth is I won’t please everyone. I cut it short, they want broll, I run more video they want shorter length. The truth is finding what specific points are important and using just those moving forward. It’s a work in progress 👍🏽

[@pjpc730]

Except Chef Curry, which The Chef loves any Basketball brands like Wilson NBA Official Basketball. It reminds me in the Past Decades. Like in the Beginning of the Mid-1940's.

[@Love2Hoop]

If you ever look at some of the pics of the earlier basketball it looked HORRIBLE lol

[@tstsplxsh8549]

W VID!!! the ball would be sick to have but its 399$ Australian LOL

[@Love2Hoop]

Oh they must be bringing the ball from China to AUS via jet ski or something for that extra $100 😤😤😤

[@tstsplxsh8549]

@@Love2Hoop Hahahah, we have a wilson store in australia and a dedicated website, the nba ball has that coming soon thing and its been like that for months. Wilson really tryna finesse us😭😭

[@erickhenderson9795]

Waiting for them to get back in stock, you sold me lol

[@Love2Hoop]

Hey man if you loved the Spalding official, you'll love this one even more. Understand with the price comes a time commitment to break it in, but once you do it's gonna be your favorite.

[@erickhenderson9795]

I definitely understand it takes time to break in , i had 2 Spalding Official Nba Game balls, it i left both of them at the gym smh, So now just to have one in my collection i am looking for a game used ball off ebay or offer up.... but they are all going for $300 plus

[@lokaifn1520]

@@erickhenderson9795 they’re in stock bro

[@shaunhuggins9860]

Imagine if they use the evolution Wilson instead nobody would miss 🤣 that ball the truth and light great fill

[@Valley710]

Is that ball better ?

[@Love2Hoop]

@@Valley710 Is the Evolution better or is this one better? Quality of materials would say the Wilson Official is better because it's genuine leather. But most prefer the gameplay of the Evolution over most basketballs.

[@Love2Hoop]

You really think the evolution is light weight? A lot of people complain that it's one of the heavier basketballs on the market.

[@Valley710]

@@Love2Hoop which one should I get for outdoor

[@GoatySonny]

@@Valley710 a $5 one from Walmart not one of these

[@123123000000]

great review man I need to pick one up

[@Love2Hoop]

It's a lot of money, and unless you're going to be putting that ball to use don't spend all the bread. But if you're on the court a lot, you'll love it.

[@treoneil7333]

Good video man you should bring us some irl videos of you running 5’s gettin some runs in 💯

[@Love2Hoop]

Working on that my G, stay tuned!

[@luisveitia2310]

Why didn't Spalding just change their basketball? I'm new to basketball so I didn't understand this change if Spalding has been with the NBA for so many years

[@Love2Hoop]

Great point, but Wilson was actually the original licensed basketball for the NBA until 1983, that's when Spalding took it over. That's over 35 years of the same ball, my guess is Wilson was willing to pay more for the NBA licensing rights than Spalding. At the end of the day it's business, that's why Nike is now the official jersey and gear provider for the NBA and not Adidas, Starter, or Champion.

[@adriansoo3603]

Any recommendations for an outdoor ball with great grip and durability? My Spalding had its grip destroyed outdoors cause I only play concrete. Tbh spalding balls r kinda bad, my ball doesn’t bounce even if it’s rock hard. Btw keep up the great content my brother! u a real one

[@Love2Hoop]

My Wilson Highlight is a really nice outdoor basketball. The NCAA Replica is a really great option as well, works indoors and out.

[@jaypeedelmundo9678]

molten3200 is the best outdoor ball atm!! but if you want indoor game ball and don’t want to spend too much money but as good as the WILSON nba official get the NBA authentic series indoor game ball! they are as good as the official! i’m telling you again they are as good as the official and save you lots of 💰💰💰

[@adriansoo3603]

@@Love2Hoop I live in Australia so availability for the NCAA replica is basically non existent prolly because we don't watch college basketball. I'm not sure about Molten balls (big pause) for outdoor use as far as durability. I am thinking of buying a wilson grip xg or a molten ball if durability is okay. Just to clarify tho, the wilson highlight is the all black ball with the grooves multi colour right? XD if that was a stupid question

[@honozulu4348]

Just ordered one, how long did it take for Wilson to process the order and ship it out? It's been a few days since I ordered it and your video is killing me cause I can't wait any longer!

[@Love2Hoop]

From the time I ordered to the time it got to my house no lie was maybe two weeks. Granted this was in the beginning so maybe shipping is faster these days but I had to wait longer than I would have liked but I also chose Standard shipping instead of the Rush.

[@Strive4G8ness23]

Do you plan on reviewing the indoor/outdoor ball from the authentic series?

[@Love2Hoop]

Great question, but probably not. If i were to review another Authentic from Wilson it would be the Indoor simply because the price difference is only $10 but from what I've heard the quality is similar to an indoor/outdoor.

[@alankellman271]

Skill work regimen 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Love2Hoop]

@Alan I might make a video just on that.

[@pjpc730]

When Wilson was made until it changed to Spalding for a long run of this Officiating Basketball. Then it goes back again, this looks like a Flashbacks.

[@Love2Hoop]

The same thing happens with the jersey companies too. Used to be Adidas a few years ago until Nike bought the rights. Once that is up who knows who will buy the jersey rights for the next 5-7 years.

[@natfingerboard]

please review the authentic series, it's realistically what most people,including me, are willing to buy.

[@Love2Hoop]

Debating between that one and the Wilson EVO

[@terrencejenkins7995]

Great review bro. If you haven't already can you do a review of the Wilson EVO nxt basketball? I have this ball and I like it a lot, just curious as to what yout thoughts on it are. Thanks brother. Stay hoopin 💪🏾

[@Love2Hoop]

Yesterday I was debating if I should buy one and do a review. I feel confident in my ability to review the ball because I’ve played with one a couple times, but it might be a bit bias because I haven’t spent a ton of time with it. Ive been searching on sites for a cheaper version than the $85 because I know I’m probably not going to use it as much as the others so I don’t wanna pay full price. I might end up having to do the review, but that might be a month or two from now.

[@terrencejenkins7995]

@@Love2Hoop I feel you bro. Do what you gotta do. I have it myself. It's not bad. It's basically a cross between the Evolution and the Solution. Feels a little lighter, but definitely a shooters ball for sure. I got my Wilson NBA coming tomorrow. Man, I can't wait to start breaking it in. I love Wilson basketballs. The Evo and solutions specifically, so the fact that NBA changed to Wilson is awesome. Looks so cool to see the NBA official ball with the Wilson logo on it. Anyways, thanks for responding, again, keep up the great work.

[@Sixpoint7five]

Yeah, compression stuff, hook us up

[@I_am_Dad_Son]

Surprised they didn't pebble the channels at this price point considering all their high end synthetic balls do. Is this something that isn't achievable on genuine leather?

[@Love2Hoop]

That's what I'm assuming is that you might not be able to do it with genuine leather. Or maybe the basketball seams will break faster with pebbled channels, but it definitely makes the ball better when you have that.

[@enanebres6481]

love this video

[@Love2Hoop]

Appreciate the love

[@spartanDJChalo]

It's a shame they didn't inset the logo and writing on the ball like the Spalding one, because over time all that's gonna happen is the black ink will fade away making it look really aged.

[@Love2Hoop]

The black is ALREADY fading on me G. Definitely agree though, the embossed logo on the Spalding helps the look once chocolate brown.

[@lingomoniie2226]

Mine is already fading, so I agree. Other than that, it is pretty good basketball. It just looks aged once the ink starts fading.

[@TheSuccessCore]

yessir a good review and good channel deserves a subscribe and a like and i have one request which is for you to do a review on the wilson replica game ball because i want to know if i should get it or not

[@Love2Hoop]

Appreciate the love Kyan. I did a review on the NCAA game ball which is very similar to the replica ball you’re talking about. I would check that ball out and IMO it’s my second favorite after this Wilson official.

[@tstsplxsh8549]

Hey bro you should make basketball drill videos. Maybe even you playing 5v5 at the local gym that'd be sick

[@Love2Hoop]

Yeah those might have to come next, I'm running out of basketballs to review 😂

[@kantankafinejewellersinc.1879]

how would you compare the return bounce of the spalding to the Wilson? the spalding to me is quick as hell and A1 for a ball handler, if it's the same i'm copping.

[@Love2Hoop]

GREAT question, and to answer it I would have to agree with you. The return bounce on the Spalding is wonderful compared to the Wilson. If anything you might find yourself adding extra air as the Wilson continues to get broken in to counterbalance the bounce vs setting of the leather.

[@anthonygeorge2163]

Hey man, great video really! You deserve way more clout but anyways, I was wondering, if any, what are the main differences between the Wilson evolution and the Wilson official nba ball and do you recommended Wilson evolution for those who don’t wanna pay hundreds for the official ball

[@anthonygeorge2163]

And also I was wondering, Ik you mentioned it in your previous vids that the evolution is mainly meant for high school players but would you advice college players to use the Wilson evolution.

[@Love2Hoop]

The differences between the Evolution and the Official NBA ball are like apples and tomatoes. Both are red, and technically fruits but very different. The Evolution is honestly best for any skill level 7th grade and above for indoor players. That or a Baden Elite are pretty much the standard nationwide for most high school players, but you might see them in college occasionally.

[@anthonygeorge2163]

@@Love2Hoop thanks man! Do you have any recommendations as a cheap alternative or at least something that’s closest to the Wilson official nba ball

[@onlystretchh]

@@anthonygeorge2163 authentic indoor nba ball by wilson is probably the closest to it

[@mr.zombie1617]

I don’t see too many reviews on The Rock C2C indoor ball. What are your thoughts about this basketball?

[@Love2Hoop]

Man that basketball has been a tough one for me to find for a reasonable price. All the prices I've see are a little crazy, but that's probably because they don't mass produce like an Evolution.

[@mr.zombie1617]

@@Love2Hoop check on Amazon. Depending on what you want to spend , the price I saw maybe something you’re looking for.

[@KashMoneyKel]

Awesome review

[@Love2Hoop]

Appreciate it! Aye I saw a couple of your videos, what country are you based in?

[@KashMoneyKel]

@@Love2Hoop I'm from England. Thanks for watching my videos 👍

[@gian323]

It's damn near impossible to see training tips and advice for older/injury prone players. I don't really plan on competing besides the odd pickup game with friends. I love putting up shots and working on my shooting form. I love the game and am fairly new to it. So I guess I'd really like to see a vid or advice for people like me, I hope it's not too counterintuitive to the hypercompetitive hoopers that may make up most of basketball youtube

[@Love2Hoop]

I mean if you really love hoop, there's going to be a level of competitiveness inside you that will come out at some point. When you get older your job is more about protecting your body than getting the win so I know what you mean.

[@davefransen5096]

Good review but turn the music down

[@Love2Hoop]

You know what at first I didn't agree with you but after watching it again and finishing up this Wilson EVO Nxt review video now... you're right. Thanks for the suggestion Dave 👍

[@garychen483]

I wish I had bought 2 Spalding NBA official game balls. 1, the price was down to $84 and 2, it’s gone forever.

[@Love2Hoop]

$84?!!?!? Maaan we BOTH missed out!

[@Sekczion]

how you only got 510 subs like bro your awesome

[@Love2Hoop]

That's real support~!~ It's a new channel man, I just started. But I do a lot of work in content creation for other people so that's probably why the quality is a little better than your average starter channel.

[@lightexposesdarkness154]

Are you able to speak on the spaldings reliability? How it holds up to wear? Looks like they just came out with basically the same Ball but now it doesn't have NBA or official stamping on it for $150 on the website. Only thing in writing I see different is that it says it's rotational balanced or something like that. Not sure if the other one was and they're just throwing that in there or if it's actually an improvement.....tf series instead of official NBA stamping.

[@Love2Hoop]

I think the Spaulding official is a great basketball and very reliable. It actually gets BETTER over time as wear starts to improve the leather. The TF Series is also a solid indoor ball so can’t go wrong there either.

[@pjpc730]

Some NBA PLAYERS knew about Wilson was nearly hated.

[@Love2Hoop]

Prince knows what's up! I thought it was interesting that Wilson used Trey Young and Jamaal Murray for the consultants on the basketball. Two smaller guards who dribble and shoot a lot of 3's. I'd imagine the feedback would be different say KD or LeBron gave feedback on the ball. Guys will hate it then get used it, but I think Wilson is trying to make the transition from high school to NBA easier as far as the ball goes.

[@TheTigress]

Does your Wilson NBA ball seem to have a weaker return bounce than the Spalding NBA ball? The Wilson seems to absorb the bounce more on impact and it doesn't seem as snappy or predictable on the return than the Spalding was. I even inflated my Wilson a little higher to try to compensate. This is most noticeable dribbling laterally from one hand to the other or anything behind your back. The bounce seems fine when you have it in front of you and are bouncing it up and down, but when dribbling side to side, it seems like the return bounce makes the ball go further out instead of back up, and it's causing some issues. I love the Wilson NBA ball aside from that one thing. Maybe my ball is still in the break in process, but I have more than 2 months on it and it's already feeling very nice as far as the texture goes, since I have used it every single day. I'm really hoping the bounce gets a little better.

[@Love2Hoop]

I've kinda noticed the same thing. Mostly, the ball that is mostly broken in doesn't bounce as much as the newer version. It's not like it doesn't bounce when I put force behind it, but if I were to drop it versus dribble it, the return isn't like a Spalding doing the same thing. I've overinflated both my Wilson NBA to keep the bounce of the basketball the way I want it.

[@TheTigress]

@@Love2Hoop Thank you for sharing your experience. I noticed the exact same thing with mine, even though mine is a newer batch. I even talked to another basketball player at my YMCA who has the Wilson and he told me that he noticed this as well. I have mine pumped to 9 psi now and will see if that helps it some. Too bad that adding more PSI will make this already firm ball even more firm, but to me the trade off is worth it if the bounce gets a little better. I'm really hoping that this improves as it turns more chocolate colored. I think it has to do with the internal construction, because even the sound it makes when bouncing is a little different from the Spalding.

[@TheTigress]

@@Love2Hoop Putting my ball at 9 psi has made it chef's kiss now. At that pressure, the bounce is now pretty interchangeable to the Spalding, and I'm very pleased with how it responded at the gym today. From here on out I'll keep it like that unless I need to adjust due to it further breaking in.

[@Moneysniper223]

I just bought a Wilson NBA official game ball & i swear to GOD the damn ball has a hole in it somewhere. I gotta fill it with air every day & gets flat while shootting. It is not worth $200. The spalding ball was alot better. I do NOT recommend buying!

[@Love2Hoop]

You know what I had a similar problem with mine. If I didn't use the ball I found that it would start to deflate faster than your average composite leather ball. Or at least it felt more flat because there isn't as much cushion as a composite but I pump my full leather basketballs up more than the others.

[@mylesgalos6465]

Is made in america?

[@Love2Hoop]

Nope, on the basketball it boldly says "Designed in the USA. Made in China" 😂

[@loganmartin8613]

Does the letters feel any slipperyer than the rest? I ordered an all star and it has a lot more designs and I’m worried it will be not as good

[@Love2Hoop]

Solid question. No, you won't have to worry about that. The majority of the ball feels all the same.

[@philiqp.]

Hi, I wanted to buy a new ball for outdoors, Would you recommend the Wilson Authentic Indoor/Outdoor or the Wilson NCAA Replica? Im struggeling to decide because they have very similar Reviews and are basically the same price. Thanks in advance.

[@Love2Hoop]

This is a really good question and one I would probably have trouble with myself. I prefer the Replica because I think over time I'll like the feel of the basketball more than I would the Authentic. The authentic will feel like a better play on cleaner outdoor courts, but with consistent play I think it'll tear up sooner than the replica.

[@philiqp.]

@@Love2Hoop Thank you, that’s why I struggled too, they perform very similar I believe. But with that in mind I will take the Replica because I play on a tartan surface and need the extra durability.

[@LEilrahc]

Bro did that ball come in a box or not? bought one a week ago and it's meant to arrive today so excited.. have so many questions such as what does a leather ball feel like? Arggghh so excited man

[@LEilrahc]

Update: the ball feels weird but in a nice way, i spent the first hour with bouncing and getting a feel of the ball then compared it to my other basketballs (Evo, Molten and authentic series). Now i know what you mean by the bounce is not consistent it feels heavy to me not the ball itself but the bounce that it has. Anyway thank you!! Had doubts on my order but your content gave me a good review of what to expect.

[@Love2Hoop]

Charlie, comments like yours is the reason why I keep making content!! It’s so hard to describe the basketball but after you got it you see I did my best 😂. You’ll get used to the heavy bounce and the ball will start to feel lighter as you work the leather in more and more. Enjoy the journey Charlie, you got 6 months until it’s great 👍🏽

[@LEilrahc]

@@Love2Hoop much love fam!! By the way is this ball okay if played outdoors? Don’t really wanna ruin a very expensive ball as i am very in love with it (My first Leather ball).

[@joeydelrosario9358]

I'm looking to get a ball for outdoor use. Which ball would you recommend ? I do have a Wilson Evolution, is it really that bad to use outdoors ?

[@Love2Hoop]

You can use it outdoors, but it'll ruin quickly. The biggest issue with that ball outside is it has little to no grip as soon as it becomes dirty or dusty. Once you strip that top composite leather layer off it'll feel great outside but it'll be time to buy a new one before you know it because once that layer is gone the panels starts peeling. My favorite other than a Molten is the Wilson NCAA Replica ball for outside.

[@joeydelrosario9358]

@@Love2Hoop I bought the Wilson Encore from Dick’s Sporting Good yesterday, do you know much much about that one ? I’m still feeling it out before I bust it out outdoors.I can’t find any reviews on KZbin about it . Thank you for your recommendations.

[@angelod.6761]

Is there a chance you'll review the Wilson Authentic series?

[@Love2Hoop]

The only other Authentic series basketball I've done is the Forge, but outside of that I probably won't be doing any more of the authentics.

[@Love2Hoop]

Hey @ka Chow 95 I saw your comment about how to buy it. So, click the link at the end of this message. It's sold out, so what you have to do is sign up to be notified when it's back in stock. Check your email every day and when you see it available jump at it because it won't be there for longer than 12-24 hours. That's how I got mine. Good luck: www.wilson.com/en-us/product/nba-official-game-basketball-wz10025#colorsteamname=54557&size=52577

[@ama__92_]

What are your thoughts on Paul George saying that the ball isn't as soft as the Spalding?

[@Love2Hoop]

I played with the Spalding this morning, and he's right. The Spalding was made for shooters, straight up. The Spalding is a lot more favorable with bounces on the rim than the Wilson, and the ball is consistent no matter how you hold it when you shoot. The funny part is his FG percentage is the highest it's ever been while averaging more points than he ever has, BUT his 3 point percentage is down so that's probably what he's referring too.

[@ama__92_]

@@Love2Hoop so does that mean that after further play, you actually do prefer the Spalding? I cant wait for the update vid on the Wilson

[@davidrodrigues2222]

Is the Wilson NBA Authentic Series Outdoor ball good or not worth buying?

[@Love2Hoop]

I don't have the outdoor ball but I'd stay away from it. The Indoor/Outdoor would be a better choice, it's worth the $20 more. The question in my comments has been is the indoor version better than the indoor/outdoor?

[@Lostinfo_90]

Is cool but I just can’t justify spending 200$ on a basketball

[@Love2Hoop]

I can't argue with that, and I get it. I have a brother who's into golf and he just dropped like $300 on a driver. That's just one club which to me as a beginner in golf sounds crazy, but for him who plays 18 holes 4-5x a month I get it. To me, if the shoes are $120-$200 and I play basketball A LOT I can justify the cost (to myself) 😂

[@Lostinfo_90]

@@Love2Hoop I agree if I played more often or was part of a team or something where I wanted a good ball to practice with or some like that I would probably be more willing to drop that much on a ball

[@ericksmart5563]

Hi, I see you posted this video 3 months ago. Is your ball broken in yet? Once you break the official Wilson ball in, what ball would you compare it to after it's broken in? Does it feel like the evolution after it's broken in?

[@Love2Hoop]

What's up Erick, great question! If you check my comparison video with this one and the Spalding you'll see somewhat of a color change. To be honest, I can't even compare the feel to anything, MAYBE a Nike Championship but not nearly as soft. The grip is like the Spalding, but the rotation is very similar to the Nike Championship.

[@isaiahtorres2498]

The real question is if you play with it outside and I know you're not supposed to be playing with it outside but if you play with it outside for a long time well it's lose its grip and color?

[@Love2Hoop]

Yes and no. You could play with it outside for a short period to break it in faster, but you run the risk of ruining the leather and once that’s gone it’s pretty much an outdoor ball. And YES I can grow the full House Party flattop but it’s a pain to maintain 😂🤣🤣🤣

[@isaiahtorres2498]

@@Love2Hoop cool 😂

[@TheTigress]

It will become fuzzy, and ruin your ball. Don't do it.

[@houseofgraceworship]

What’s the best indoor outdoor ball I should get?

[@Love2Hoop]

I would check out my Wilson Highlight review video or my NCAA Forge review. I'm not big on indoor/outdoor because we have mostly rainy weather, but I do like both of those. The NCAA Replica is also a great choice as well.

[@houseofgraceworship]

@@Love2Hoop I got the Wilson ncaa encore. Thank you

[@Valley710]

What’s a good ball for outdoor that won’t wear out quick

[@Love2Hoop]

@H check out my video on the Wilson NCAA Replica basketball. That's my favorite basketball to use outdoors, but it's also an indoor ball too.

[@Valley710]

@@Love2Hoop that’s the ball I just ordered bro

[@jimmnasium]

got to find someone who has one of these to hoop with im so curious now

[@Love2Hoop]

Don't be surprised if you don't like the ball at first. Most people don't really like it until I tell them to wet their hands a little then dribble, and it makes sense after that.

[@j.rjunior5584]

@@Love2Hoop I'll definitely try that, wet my hands. Lol Usually I just use lotion than ball after lol.

[@brahimmanny3878]

I bought the same ball and I inflated it to 8 psi, but didn't bounce back at all, so it's not that it pressure should it really be inflated????

[@Love2Hoop]

Funny you ask that, because I had a convo with one of my players about this and his basketball. I bought mine right out the box and had to inflate it just a little bit, he got one out the box and didn't need to inflate at all. His was almost over inflated, which didn't create more bounce on the ball but the ball felt more round if that makes sense.

[@localchief]

Do you think this ball is comparable to the Wilson EVO

[@Love2Hoop]

Great question and it’s hard to compare them because one is composite vs. genuine leather. The EVO might be the best composite ball out, and close in comparison at first but you won’t get the same feel as the Official NBA ball.

[@localchief]

@@Love2Hoop Thanks for the reply fam. Keep doing ya thang!

[@SHADOWMAN_24]

Does it feel anything like the new wilson evo ?

[@Love2Hoop]

Solid question and the answer is nope. If I had to make a comparison that made any sense it would be: The Official NBA feels like an orange, the EVO feels like peach. I know that sounds nuts but anyone who has felt both basketballs would understand 🤣

[@SHADOWMAN_24]

@@Love2Hoop I know exactly what you mean by that analogy lol that's a great way to put it honestly. Helps alot in my decision since I already have an EVO and love it. THANK YOU

[@thomaslandry991]

And how long did it take you to brake it in

[@Love2Hoop]

It takes a looong time. Mine is now starting to turn from orange to a little more of a light brown and I've had it over a year.

[@thomaslandry991]

How do you keep the leather from getting worn out and it’s there a way I can keep the leather in good condition products etc

[@Love2Hoop]

Honestly the best way to keep the leather in good condition is to not use it on a court. But if you're talking about how to keep it while using it, just make sure you don't apply any creams or leather treatments to the ball. Let the leather soften from your hands or bouncing on the hardwood over time.

[@thomaslandry991]

@@Love2Hoop and also how long did it take you to brake can I dribble it on my floor at the house or it’s that a bad thing to do

[@ChaseHerndon]

Way too long of a video. Edit a lot of the video out. Probably keep it around 5-7 minutes. Good camera and mic. 👍🏻

[@Love2Hoop]

I hear you, and I'd love to but I'd rather answer 10 questions in 1 video than 5 questions in 2. I don't have the time lol

[@andrewnicon]

Bro, are you wearing two watches?

[@Love2Hoop]

Hahha hell nah, that would be wild. I'm wearing and Apple watch and a Whoop.

[@maodamadman3867]

How long did shipping take?

[@Love2Hoop]

Great question, shipping took about 2-3 weeks. Not sure if they've cut down on the time but I paid for standard shipping.

[@maodamadman3867]

@@Love2Hoop got the ball in the mail last week and I've only got to play with it once. I get what you meant by that grainy hard feel of the ball..this must just be how it feels when it is not broken in. I've taken it to my local gym and to my surprise people don't really like the feel of it. I've been told that it's too "hard" and "no grip, it's slippery"..Lol. Even though I have not been able to run a 5v5 full court game with it yet I like the feel of the ball. Guys at the gym prefer hooping with a old fashioned Evolution although they have been taking liking to my EVO NXT ball..I'm thinking about getting one of the Nike Elite Championship balls..what do you think? should I? or would it be a waste of money since I already have the Wilson Official NBA Ball and EVO NXT

[@willm7487]

Where did you buy the ball?

[@Love2Hoop]

Straight from www.wilson.com but it was out of stock for a while. I set up a reminder to email me when it was back in stock and I ordered it maybe 3 hours before it ran out of stock again.

[@willm7487]

@@Love2Hoop ok thanks

[@wilmerescuadro8985]

Any recommendation on an outdoor ball that is best for very rough surfaces

[@Love2Hoop]

I prefer the Wilson NCAA Replica ball for outdoor use. Holds up well over time

[@wilmerescuadro8985]

Thank you for the recommendation keep up the good work and hit 1 mil.by the way i should have asked you before because i already bought the spalding replica ball

[@chunheiwong2533]

What u said is different than what nba said ….

[@Love2Hoop]

Hey man they're trying to sell the ball, I'm just sharing my observation 👍

[@Silenced_by_nazi_youtube]

Lol this video wasn't really about the ball.....its about trying to figure out what lot number he got.

[@Love2Hoop]

Well... did you figure it out??? lol

[@carljosepharanez4734]

You look like a small and skinny wilt chamberlain

[@Love2Hoop]

HAHAHAHA!!!😂

[@thomaslandry991]

Why is your orange my is brown

[@Love2Hoop]

Not really sure, mine is starting to turn brown now after playing, but it could also be the lights I'm using.

[@sooperfy]

I find the people saying they refuse to play with EVO’s funny and hypocritical. I’ll use either. I don’t care. Hooping either way. Yall just as childish as the people refusing to play with your spalding or wilson game ball. Shut up and hoop with the ball majority wants to play with or step off the court lol

[@Love2Hoop]

Just got clarification: are you talking about the EVO NXT or are you referring to the traditional Evolution as an Evo? Because I’ve found those who love the evolution done fool with the EVO.

[@Chris-bz2ct]

Where can you get one ?

[@Love2Hoop]

Hop on Wilson.com and you can find the ball there. They’re selling a 75th anniversary version as well.