26 Gifts for the Basketball Lover in Your Life

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1

Best Regulation Gift

Wilson NBA Official Game Basketball

Hit it right on the nose with an official ball. It’s practical and pretty legit.

2

Best Wearable Gift

CNCPTS Diamond Terry Basketball Short

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3

Most Active Gift

Pop-A-Shot Home Dual Shot Basketball Game

Practice makes perfect, which means this gift is pretty perfect by definition.

4

Best Performance Gift

Nike LeBron XXII “Currency” Basketball Shoes

One more pair of basketball shoes because we couldn’t resist how downright snazzy these are.

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5

Best Plush Gift

Jelly Cat Amuseables Sports Basketball

Because no one is too old for a stuffed toy.

6

Best Experience Gift

Stubhub Basketball Tickets

This may seem obvious, but tickets to the game itself are perhaps one of the best gifts you can get them. You might as well snag an extra to keep them company, too.

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7

Best Recovery Gift

Hyperice Vyper 3

A high-end recovery tool for the player that is always going on about their aches and pains. This vibrating foam roller should do the trick.

8

Best Designer Gift

Prada Basketball

If the regulation ball wasn’t bougie enough, Prada has one that most definitely is.

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9

Best Fashion Gift

Nahmias 024 Basketball Boxy T-Shirt

A super cool T-shirt will definitely please. And it will also show how up on the fashion game you are.

10

Best Coffee Table Gift

The Players’ Tribune: I’ve Got a Story to Tell

While this stately coffee table book highlights some NBA legends (like Kevin Love), it also celebrates athletes across sports. It’s a piece of décor that doubles as interesting literature.

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11

Most Versatile Gift

APL Superfutures

Some shoes that they can wear both on and off the court are sure to beyond satisfy them.

12

Best Switch Gift

2K Games NBA 2K25 Standard Edition

For the aforementioned gamer. If they don’t have a Nintendo Switch, you can also include that (and if you’re feeling extra generous).

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13

Best Game Gift

Uncommon Goods Basketball Bingo (Set of 2)

Game night is getting an upgrade—sports edition.

14

Best Gift for Whiskey Drinkers

ACOOKEE Basketball Ice Cube Mold

Artfully shaped ice cubes make drinking even better. It’s a fact.

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15

Best Kids Gift

Pottery Barn Teen Basketball Bean Bag Chair

For the child basketball prodigy. A sports-themed room is many kids’ aspirations.

16

Best Hydrating Gift

Gatorade Gx NBA Water Bottle

Customize a water bottle for them that celebrates their favorite team.

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17

Best Streaming Gift

NBA League Pass

Endless hours of basketball, delivered immediately. Seems like a no brainer.

18

Best Monetary Gift

Off-White Basketball Leather Bifold Wallet

A new wallet that needs no further explanation.

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19

Best Basketball-Inspired Gift

Golden Goose Ball Star Sneakers

No, these are not basketball choose, but they were inspired by the aesthetics of ’80s basketball. It’s a more subtle gift.

20

Most Iconic Gift

Graphic Image Kobe Bryant: A Tribute To A Basketball Legend

A book dedicated to the G.O.A.T.

 

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