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expiredAznpkerboy posted Sep 15, 2021 04:37 PM
expiredAznpkerboy posted Sep 15, 2021 04:37 PM

Spalding NBA Official Game Ball ($169.99 * 50% = $84.99 for MVP users)

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This is an indoor-only ball and was the previous NBA game ball prior to the recent switch to Wilson. It's an excellent deal for a basketball made of genuine leather.

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This is an indoor-only ball and was the previous NBA game ball prior to the recent switch to Wilson. It's an excellent deal for a basketball made of genuine leather.

Sign up for an MVP account to view the discount [spalding.com]

Image of Deal [imgur.com]

https://www.spalding.com/basketba...0.0.0.html

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Sep 15, 2021 04:40 PM
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dep411Sep 15, 2021 04:40 PM
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Really, this is a deal? Who the heck knew an "official" ball costs so much.
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Sep 15, 2021 04:54 PM
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stevedensmoreSep 15, 2021 04:54 PM
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Quote from dep411 :
Really, this is a deal? Who the heck knew an "official" ball costs so much.
The informed.
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Sep 15, 2021 04:56 PM
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ferdinand14Sep 15, 2021 04:56 PM
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What makes this better than the official sized Spalding and Wilson basketballs that are $20 at Target?
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Sep 15, 2021 05:02 PM
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dbz22Sep 15, 2021 05:02 PM
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Quote from ferdinand14 :
What makes this better than the official sized Spalding and Wilson basketballs that are $20 at Target?
Outdoor balls are wrapped in rubber or tougher synthetic materials so they can last. Indoor-only balls, especially these NBA game-used balls, have much softer leather on the outside of the ball that gives a premium feel. Dribbling these balls outdoors will scuff and ruin them almost immediately.
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Sep 15, 2021 05:05 PM
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alwayswSep 15, 2021 05:05 PM
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Quote from ferdinand14 :
What makes this better than the official sized Spalding and Wilson basketballs that are $20 at Target?
NBA players probably use those $20 balls too, on occasion. They just wouldn't bring them into the workplace.

This is a great deal.

Interested buyers should watch the Spalding video "Behind Every Bucket ."
Last edited by alwaysw September 15, 2021 at 10:09 AM.
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Sep 15, 2021 05:13 PM
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dbz22Sep 15, 2021 05:13 PM
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Those lower-priced balls you linked are not the same. That's like saying a base model car with no options on sale is the same or better deal as the top-of-the-line, full-optioned model on sale.
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Sep 15, 2021 05:17 PM
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yagruSep 15, 2021 05:17 PM
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These used to be 99 at dsg and then 80 with coupon. I don't think this is any kind of real deal unless the price has exploded
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Sep 15, 2021 05:23 PM
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HurricaneKidSep 15, 2021 05:23 PM
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LOL at the non hoopers suggesting a $20 ball is the same as an NBA game ball. I can't even fathom the hubris involved in being so ignorant and still deciding everyone needs to know your thoughts on the topic.

Generally available at $100. It feels heavier than a lot of the regular go tos- Evolution, 1000, etc.
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Sep 15, 2021 05:29 PM
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dbz22Sep 15, 2021 05:29 PM
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Quote from yagru :
These used to be 99 at dsg and then 80 with coupon. I don't think this is any kind of real deal unless the price has exploded
Yes, they used to be a much more affordable retail price. That doesn't mean this isn't a "real deal" today.
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Sep 15, 2021 05:53 PM
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MarceilleSep 15, 2021 05:53 PM
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Quote from HurricaneKid :
LOL at the non hoopers suggesting a $20 ball is the same as an NBA game ball. I can't even fathom the hubris involved in being so ignorant and still deciding everyone needs to know your thoughts on the topic.

Generally available at $100. It feels heavier than a lot of the regular go tos- Evolution, 1000, etc.
Feels heavier or is heavier...my Evolution was 610 grams, but that's the highest I've weighed one, as most have been closer to 596-600 grams.
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Sep 15, 2021 06:59 PM
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alwayswSep 15, 2021 06:59 PM
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Quote from Marceille :
Feels heavier or is heavier...my Evolution was 610 grams, but that's the highest I've weighed one, as most have been closer to 596-600 grams.
Indoor balls get very sweaty. The sweaty balls tend to get heavier. A lot of sweaty balls will feel slippery. However, balls in the NBA are actually more grippy when sweaty.
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Sep 15, 2021 07:12 PM
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Sep 15, 2021 09:26 PM
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fifteen15Sep 15, 2021 09:26 PM
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Just in case you weren't aware, Spalding is no longer the official ball of the NBA. Wilson is back as the official NBA ball
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Sep 16, 2021 07:09 AM
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upsidedownfunnelSep 16, 2021 07:09 AM
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This is a great deal. It's within spitting distance of the Evolution and TF1000. This is a no brainer for anyone looking for a ~$60-80 ball.

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