new basketballs

yankeesrule · 10-06-2006, 12:19 AM

Sounds like most of the players really hate this new ball they're gonna be using this year. From what i've read, these things can only go a few plays before they get really slippery so I guess at least at the beginning of the season expect to see a lot of sloppy play and not as much driving/slashing as in the past due to the poor conditions.

Not really sure why the NBA would go along with a new ball without testing it out with the players to see how they feel about it, considering if they find it unusable, its probably not a good product.

Erik W. · 10-06-2006, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by yankeesrule

I guess at least at the beginning of the season expect to see a lot of sloppy play

So, pretty much the same thing we've been seeing for the last decade?

Dark Horse · 10-06-2006, 01:27 AM

maybe it'll keep players from carrying so much

CMH · 10-06-2006, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by yankeesrule

Sounds like most of the players really hate this new ball they're gonna be using this year. From what i've read, these things can only go a few plays before they get really slippery so I guess at least at the beginning of the season expect to see a lot of sloppy play and not as much driving/slashing as in the past due to the poor conditions.

Not really sure why the NBA would go along with a new ball without testing it out with the players to see how they feel about it, considering if they find it unusable, its probably not a good product.

Hmm, I've read the total opposite.

The balls were tested during the past two all-star games and the past two summer leagues.

The balls were also preferred by the league because they last longer and don't require constant care.

In fact, some players have expressed their dislike for the ball by suggesting it "sticks" to their hands longer because of it's improved handling.

marc · 10-06-2006, 02:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Azamien

So, pretty much the same thing we've been seeing for the last decade?

PING: Whoever always posts the stats to show that this is a total myth.

grace. · 10-06-2006, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by YankeePride

Hmm, I've read the total opposite.

The balls were tested during the past two all-star games and the past two summer leagues.

The balls were also preferred by the league because they last longer and don't require constant care.

In fact, some players have expressed their dislike for the ball by suggesting it "sticks" to their hands longer because of it's improved handling.

They also sent one ball to every single player in the league.

TC Dale · 10-06-2006, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Azamien

So, pretty much the same thing we've been seeing for the last decade?

You know this was my first thought. But anyone that has played ball with the old type and then move to an outdoor/indoor type of cover will have some issues, that is for sure.

I used the 2nd version for years, since I didn't have access to a gym where I could play with the real game ball version until few years ago.

Does anyone have experience with the two? Surprised some of our illustrious fans havent tried the new ball yet.

CMH · 10-06-2006, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by TC Dale

You know this was my first thought. But anyone that has played ball with the old type and then move to an outdoor/indoor type of cover will have some issues, that is for sure.

I used the 2nd version for years, since I didn't have access to a gym where I could play with the real game ball version until few years ago.

Does anyone have experience with the two? Surprised some of our illustrious fans havent tried the new ball yet.

Even if not, I think the NCAA uses balls similar to the one the NBA is using this year.

It's not like these players have never played with these new style balls. They are mass produced everywhere. I'm guessing they are very similar to the balls we (as in those not in the league and play in a park or gym) play with.

Dagrims · 10-06-2006, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by YankeePride

Hmm, I've read the total opposite.

I read that Shaq despises it. He said it feels like one of those cheap indoor/outdoor basketballs, and that it's going to be really bad when it gets wet from sweat.

That's definitely going to be a concern for him.

yankeesrule · 10-06-2006, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by YankeePride

Hmm, I've read the total opposite.

The balls were tested during the past two all-star games and the past two summer leagues.

The balls were also preferred by the league because they last longer and don't require constant care.

In fact, some players have expressed their dislike for the ball by suggesting it "sticks" to their hands longer because of it's improved handling.

ESPN has a full article, unfortunately its an insider one so many wont be able to access it, where they have quotes from most the big names in the league talking about their dislike for the feel of the new ball.

Nash for instance talks about how it feels different coming off his hand whereas the old ball would just flow off, it now sticks a bit leading to some timing issues.

They also mention that its taking different bounces and spins, meaning they haveto readjust their banks and bounce passes and such.

Here is the article for those that have insider
http://insider.espn.go.com/nba/insid...report/newball

CMH · 10-06-2006, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Dagrims

I read that Shaq despises it. He said it feels like one of those cheap indoor/outdoor basketballs, and that it's going to be really bad when it gets wet from sweat.

That's definitely going to be a concern for him.

I'm sorry, when I said I read the total opposite I meant in how long the balls last and how often the league tested it.

I don't blame the players for hating it. They've been used to one type of ball for years. No one likes change.

Dagrims · 10-06-2006, 06:58 PM

No one can resist my Schwetty Balls.

JDOldSchool · 10-06-2006, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Dagrims

I read that Shaq despises it. He said it feels like one of those cheap indoor/outdoor basketballs, and that it's going to be really bad when it gets wet from sweat.

That's definitely going to be a concern for him.

Man, I hope this doesn't hurt his free throw shooting.

10-06-2006, 12:19 AM	#1
yankeesrule All Star Starter Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 1,367	new basketballs Sounds like most of the players really hate this new ball they're gonna be using this year. From what i've read, these things can only go a few plays before they get really slippery so I guess at least at the beginning of the season expect to see a lot of sloppy play and not as much driving/slashing as in the past due to the poor conditions. Not really sure why the NBA would go along with a new ball without testing it out with the players to see how they feel about it, considering if they find it unusable, its probably not a good product.

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