26 Fun and Unique Basketball Gifts All Players and NBA Fans Will Love

This makes an awesome basketball gift for any fan of the game or of graffiti. You choose 2 or 3 colors, and half of the ball will be expertly airbrushed with the recipient’s name and player number resulting in a totally different display piece for any player or fan.

If basketball was their favorite game at the arcade, why not bring the fun home with this amazing Pop-A-Shot Official Dual Shot version? Featuring 10 different games, it is suitable for one or two players, and includes 6 music selections and various sound effects, too.

Add a stunning glow to action shots with this incredible holographic luminous basketball. Ideal for use indoors and out, the reflective, colorful surface on the ball will glow in the dark and appear holographic when caught in a camera’s flash, making photos perfect for sharing on social media and The ‘Gram’.

Beautifully sentimental and sure to be treasured for a lifetime, this ball comes engraved with a mother’s, a father’s, or a grandparent’s promise. Designed to be kept and not played with, this ball will give him inspiration and motivation to grab life with both hands and reach for the skies.

This wastebasket is truly the gift that keeps on giving! The wire basket catches all the trash, while the wooden backboard makes throwing rubbish away fun. Standing at 18” high, it will keep them happy and the house or office tidy and litter-free.

Give them something to do as they ponder their homework with this desktop mini basketball game. Made from birch plywood, the set comes with teeny beanbag ‘balls’ which can be catapulted into the hoop by way of the launcher – as their aim improves they can move it farther away.

Designed by a kid for kids (both big and small), this cereal bowl includes a miniature hoop and backboard for some before school target practice. Made from ceramic, it will brighten up breakfast as they slam dunk their granola, or score with crackers while eating their soup.

Suitable for use indoors or outdoors, this dribble stick is an essential piece of training apparatus for anyone who wants to excel at the game. With four fully adjustable arms, it will help players improve their speed, agility, and all-round awesomeness.

Whether they’re new to the game or are lifelong fans, the New York Times Custom Basketball Book will take them back in time to their favorite team’s beginnings. Using reproduced New York Times coverage, this book will also arrive personalized in beautiful gold foil lettering.

Keep the fun going long after dark with the amazing GlowCity Light-Up Basketball. With two hi-bright LED lights instead of one standard one, the entire ball is illuminated from the inside. Automatic shut-off when not in use means the batteries last longer; these are easily changed when they do wear out.

Combine two great games in one with this basketball dart board. With all the thrills and spills of a fast-paced B-ball game, players need to perfect their aim as they pass, jump, and shoot using the three darts included.

With a nod to a well-known sports brand logo, this ‘Just Dunk It’ t-shirt makes a striking change from plain old shirts. Featuring the silhouette of a basketball player about to dunk the ball, the tee can be ordered in a choice of eight colors and five men’s sizes.

Help them to keep their balls safely in one place rather than rolling around with this sturdy sports ball cart. With space for up to 12 balls, this white powder coated steel cart features non-marking rubber casters and an extra wide base to prevent it falling over.

This cleverly designed drinking bottle will be invaluable, whether they’re on the court or chilling at the beach. With a wide neck for easy filling of water and ice, this bottle also incorporates a trigger which, when pulled, activates a refreshing, cold mist of water to cool down the face.

They can play well into the night with this superb GlowCity Light Up LED Rim Kit. With eight colors available they’ll be able to light up the rim, and then use the LED basketball (which comes with batteries included) to shoot and score. Great for parties or shooting hoops alone.

Knowing the ins and outs of the more technical side of a game is important if you want to really understand the way it all works. This set of four coasters is ideal for sports fans as each one features a charming illustration of a different aspect of the game.

Strong hands will always be an asset when it comes to playing ball games, and this gadget will certainly help. Small enough to keep in their pocket, this orange ring will help to condition and train the hand, forearm, wrist and the fingers for enhanced performance in all ball handling.

Cute and subtle, this sports tee will be a big hit with any lady who loves to watch basketball, whether she’s sitting courtside or on the couch. Also available as a sweatshirt, this tee comes in six unisex sizes and four great colors, including vibrant gold and a dusky pink.

Show your love for him or her and their favorite sport by giving them this stunning rose. Handcrafted from actual basketball material, this rose can also be personalized in either black or white on one petal. Four beautiful packaging options are also available, from simple cellophane to a delicate bud vase.

Make their training even more effective with the Xtraman Dummy Defender. Standing at 7’3”, this training mannequin can be positioned on the court to get players used to dribbling, attacking, and shooting their way around really tall defenders, while the Velcro ‘arms’ can be adjusted from 2ft to 5ft.

If they itch to shoot hoops even when the weather is bad, treat them to one of these handy indoor sets. Supplied with a mount to attach it over the top of a door, this hoop and backboard set includes a mini 5” rubber ball so they can practice safely indoors.

Powder coated steel ensures this basketball hoop won’t rust, no matter how wet it gets. Designed to be fitted into the ground, the Silverback 60” features an anchor bolt mounting system, which holds the hoop firmly in place, but which can be unbolted if and when you decide to move.

Celebrate her love of the game with this unusual basketball necklace. In either a silver or gold tone finish, the pendant features a pretty cut-out design and measures approx. ½” in diameter. Suspended on an 18” chain, it’s a sweet gift for any fan.

Celebrate females in sport with one of these special decals. Available in a choice of vinyl or fabric, the decal features the silhouette of a girl slam dunking, and comes in a range of colors and sizes. Perfect for any flat surface, such as walls, windows, and laptops.

Keeping hair from the face when playing sport is essential, but there are ways of doing it while still looking stylish. This cute hair band has been designed for girls who love to watch or play basketball, as it features an all-over orange ball print and a non-slip velvet backing.

You can’t play basketball without a ball, so make sure they have the best. The Wilson Evolution Game basketball is made with a premium EVO microfiber composite cover to ensure a solid grip while also feeling softer to the touch. Officially sized at 29.5”.