Get Your Hoops On With These Cool Basketball Gear

Are you raring to spend some time outdoors and play sports? Outdoor fun is not just about hiking or camping, you can also lace up and do some running or shoot some hoops. You can go 3-on-3 or play full court. It doesn’t really matter as long as you get to sweat it out and burn those extra fats. This also gives you a reason to suit up in some of the top basketball gear available right now.

Sporting new basketball gear will definitely make you look cooler even if you have the skills of a 9-year-old (no offense to all the 9-year-old basketball phenoms out there). Also, with the new NBA season just around the corner, it would be nice to show some support to your favorite franchises by wearing their team colors.

A true Laker fan, for example, would be clad in purple and gold from head to toe. LeBron diehards, meanwhile, may need to refresh their basketball gear and jersey collection now that James is the new king of Hollywood.

Basketball Gear Essentials

Jerseys and Shorts

You can’t jump on the L.A.Bron bandwagon without a pretty Lakers jersey with “James 23” emblazoned on the back. The popular franchise is on track to get back to its glamour days with LeBron on board. You can steal some of the limelight by wearing the Nike Icon Edition jersey pictured above.

The jersey is made of 100% polyester and utilizes the company’s Dri-FIT technology. It’s yours for $109.99.

Complete the look by donning officially licensed NBA shorts. This pair of Knicks knickers by Mitchell & Ness is made of 100% polyester and comes with elastic an waistband and drawstring just like the actual shorts that Ewing and Starks wore back in the day. It retails for $74.99 at the CBS Sports Shop.

Are you more of an old school baller? If so, you might prefer some classic uniforms such as this throwback Allen Iverson jersey from Mitchell & Ness. This classic Philadelphia 76ers Red 1996-97 version is made of 100% polyester and fits perfectly on buff bodies. If you have a dad bod, you’re better off ordering one size bigger.

This Iverson jersey sells for $89.99 on Fan’s Edge right now. That’s $30 cheaper than its regular price of $119.

Basketball Shoes

Most of the competition and bitter rivalries happen on the basketball court. Some NBA players fight for the hearts of the Kardashian/Jenner sisters but other than that, the stiffest competition may be found on your feet.

Shoe companies have been at it trying to outdo each other and sign the biggest names in basketball. We have Nike, Adidas, and Under Armour. Some Chinese companies are also trying to get in the race. Reebok, meanwhile, has been relatively quiet these days. But that doesn’t mean they’re far from over.

In fact, the company that sold over 20 million Reebok Pumps simply accepted it has lost its footing in basketball. Instead, it went back to its roots and focused on fitness training. That said, Reebok still offers some old school basketball shoes such as the Royal BB4500 Hi pictured above.

This classic basketball gear can be had for only $65. It is also available in white.

Ball

You can’t show off you’re Curry-esque shooting without an actual ball to shoot. In fact, when we think of basketball gear, none can be as important as the ball.

Spalding and the NBA have become synonymous through the course of time. In fact, Spalding has been the NBA’s official game ball for more than three decades now. You’re definitely getting superior quality basketballs when you choose a Spalding.

The one pictured above is a collector’s item that’s officially licensed by the NBA. It has the signatures of two NBA legends in Larry Bird and Magic Johnson. It’s available for $374.99 right now, down from its regular price of $499. If you get this one, you should keep it safe and buy another ball for playing.

Athletic Socks

Some basketball gear are designed to protect players from injuries or at least provide relief. Plantar fasciitis, for example, is a common injury among ballers. It has taken down the likes of Damian Lillard, who missed the first game of his NBA career due to this injury, Rasheed Wallace, Joachim Noah, and, recently, Marc Gasol and Milos Teodosic.

The arch support prevents or at least lessens the throbbing pain allowing you to go about your day. This pair of socks from Physix Gear is made of 80% nylon and 20% spandex, which helps provide a level of healing compression that is still comfortable.

NBA Merchandise

Hoodie

Hoodie Melo you are not. But you can play the part by sporting one of Nike’s gorgeous Pullover Hoodies. The one pictured above pays tribute to NBA superstar Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors.

The body is made of 81% cotton and 19% polyester while the hood lining is 100% cotton. It’s perfect for moderate temperatures, which makes it a good gear to have when taking a short hike on a not-so-hot day.

This basketball gear can be yours for only $56.24 right now. It usually retails for $74.99 on Fan’s Edge.

Hat

Caps have been at the forefront of sports fashion. There was a time when diminutive superstar Allen Iverson used to rock those hats when he wasn’t punishing other players on the court. Hats have since become an essential part of any basketball gear.

Caps or hats serve other purposes aside from showing your support to your favorite team. You can wear them while hiking or backpacking to protect your head and face from the sun and dirt. It can also keep you warm when it gets cold.

The Mitchell & Ness flat bill hat is 100% wool, has a contrast color underbill, and features the logo of the Houston Rockets. If you’re not a fan of The Beard, et al., there are other hats to choose from. This one sells for $19.49 as of this writing. It usually retails for $25.99.

Socks

Get a feel for the game with a pair of officially licensed NBA socks. This pair of black Nike socks is made of 62% polyester, 21% nylon, 15% cotton and 2% spandex. It also features Nike’s Dri-FIT technology, which keeps moisture from being a problem. This is good news for people with sweaty feet.

This essential basketball gear also offers protection from injuries with maximum cushioning in high impact areas. You can pair it with different jersey color themes as it comes in black, white, blue, green, maroon, navy, purple, red, and yellow.

The Nike Elite Quick Crew Mid Performance Socks is on sale right now on Fan’s Edge. Get it for only $13.49 before it reverts to its regular price of $17.99.

Baby Items

It’s been years since the glory days of the Bulls, aka the Jordan Days and the D-Rose Days to a lesser extent, but that shouldn’t stop you from wearing their team colors proud. Better yet, let your little darlings wear the famed red, black and white with these cute baby onesies while they watch you play against the local playground ballers. Get three adorable baby bodysuits for only $22.49 right now to save $7.50 from its regular $29.99 price tag.

Accessories

Get yourself some luck of the Irish every time you check the time. This Tissot Quickster Special Edition Watch carries the famed Celtic green hue so you can boast of your favorite NBA team without being too loud. Plus, Tissot is under the Swatch umbrella so you know it’s a quality albeit middle end timepiece. Just remember to take this cool $107.50 basketball gear off before you play in a pickup game.

Basketball is a fun activity whether you do it indoors or outdoors. It’s great for your health and you get bragging rights whenever you win. However, you don’t have to be the G.O.A.T just to have the right to use top-of-the-line basketball apparel, equipment and accessories. You can have the top basketball gear available even if you’re just playing H-O-R-S-E.

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