All the accessories to play basketball

Basketball has millions of fans around the world and every day thousands and thousands of basketball items are sold that either allow playing basketball anywhere in the world, or are inspired by this sport for its design. Two good examples of the first group are basketball baskets and basketballs, which bring basketball to patios, terraces, gardens, public schools, etc. Meanwhile, objects inspired by the sport include basketball shoes, sports bags, jerseys, sneakers and a host of basketball accessories that fascinate fans. In Comparar.net we look for the best basketball accessories offers so you can buy your basketball accessories at the best price.

Basketball basket

Basketball began to be played in 1891, when players put a ball in a simple basket, but since then basketball has evolved a lot and nowadays to be able to play basketball it is essential to have a basket to score points. In our online price comparator you can find baskets both for children and for adults and, although the measures vary between the two, below, we will detail the approved dimensions that must have a basketball basket to be official, as well as the different elements that make up this basketball accessory essential to play.

Basketball hoop

The basketball hoop is the central element of the basket. When the ball passes through it the team scores a goal, and it is important to know that the height at which the top of the hoop must be placed is 3.05 metres, with a possible deviation of 6 millimetres up or down.

Also, the measurements of the hoops are clear: the inside diameter must be a minimum of 450 mm and a maximum of 459 mm. The hoops must be 151 mm from the board and for professional use must be made of solid material with a diameter of 20 mm. In addition, the official colour of the hoops is orange to ensure a good view of it, although in the baskets that can be found among the basketball accessories on our website there are hoops of different colours.

Basketball backboard

The hoop is firmly fixed to the backboard and the dimensions of this must be 1.05 x 1.8 metres, with at least 30 mm thick. In the lower central part, 15 cm from the edge, it must include a painted rectangle measuring 0.59 x 0.45 metres. This inner rectangle makes it easier for basketball players to calculate their shot.

Basketball net

A net hangs from the hoops to control the passing of the ball, slowing it down and making it fall more or less straight down. The net is attached to the hoop through 12 anchors and the length of the net should be 400 or 450 millimeters. The length of the basketball net influences the speed of the game.

Basketball

And, of course, in our basketballs section you can't miss the basketballs, because without them it would be impossible to play basketball. This basketball has its own particularities that differentiate it from other sports balls, such as having a rough surface so that players can handle it well even with sweaty hands. The traditional color of these balls is orange, but the truth is that today they are manufactured in a multitude of colors.

However, something that is very important when buying one of these basketball accessories is that there are different sizes of balls. At the professional level, the diameter for male players is between 230 and 240 mm (73 cm circumference), with a weight between 567 and 650 grams, while for female players the size of the ball is reduced to between 220 and 230 mm, also decreasing its weight to between 510 and 567 grams.

But the basketball sizes are not reduced to these two, and in our basketball accessories section you can find different types of sizes such as:

• Size 1, for mini baskets. This small ball, only 41 centimetres in circumference, has the same bouncing capacity as the big ones, but is used in the typical baskets that are hung behind a door.
• Size 3, designed for children under 8 years old. It measures 56 cm in circumference.
• Size 5, ideal for juveniles and benjamins (both girls and boys). They are used as basketball accessories when there is a low minibakest basket and also as a transition element between the aforementioned baskets and the big ones.  Measures 70 cm in circumference.
• Size 6, recommended from age 12 and up as well as for senior women's, junior, cadet, infant. It is the official size for women's teams. It is 72 cm in circumference.
• Size 7, used for youth from 15 years and upwards and is also the official size for men's matches. It measures 75 cm in circumference.

Basketball accessories

All of the above are basketball accessories that are essential for a game, but those with a real passion for the world of basketball can buy other basketball accessories that they will love.

Basketball shoes

This equipment that was born on the courts has been making its way out of them and now many people buy these basketball accessories also for their day to day life. As a general rule, the design of basketball shoes is characterized by protecting the ankle, so they offer a higher design in this area. Also, since basketball players do a lot of jumping, cushioning is usually key in these basketball accessories.

Basketball apparel

It is also very common to find in the basketball section a wide assortment of basketball jerseys inspired by this sport, with the colors and logos of each team, as well as with the number of the most emblematic player.

If you are looking for basketball accessories, at Comparar.net you will find them at the best price, because we scour all the online stores to find the best deals. Take advantage of the discounts we have compiled for you and enjoy buying basketball accessories at an unbeatable price.