Regulations on Basketballs and Hoops

If you just want to shoot a couple baskets in your driveway, it probably doesn’t matter to you if the ball and hoop that you are using are regulation size. But if you are a player who is serious about improving your skills on the court, you need to be sure you are using a regulation-sized hoop and basketball for your practices with our basketball rebounder. Get a breakdown of regulation rules so you can ensure your setup is right.

Regulations for Your Basketball

• For men:
• Balls should measure 29.5 inches in circumference.
• They should weigh 22 ounces.
• For women: 
• Balls should measure 28.5 inches in circumference.
• They should weigh 20 ounces. 
• Mixed teams use a size 6 ball that has the weight of a size 7 ball.

Regulations for Your Hoop

• The backboard should measure 6 feet wide and 3.5 feet tall.
• The rim of the basketball hoop should be 18 inches in diameter. 
• The top of the rim should be precisely 10 feet above the court.

Why It Matters

When shopping for basketball gear such as a ball and hoop, look for NBA logos and other markers that indicate they are regulation size. You don’t want to start practicing with non-regulation equipment and perfect your skills with them, because it will completely throw off your game when you make the switch to regulation equipment. Start with the right gear to work with our basketball rebounder so you are ready to show off your skills when you step onto the court.