Focus on your performance, not your results, and success will come naturally. That's why the Wilson Evolution Game Basketball is #1 in US - high schools nationwide. Every part, from the moisture-wicking composite surface to the deep grooves, delivers premium performance for players who don't settle easily. The Evolution is suitable for indoor use and approved for play by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS).
Focus on your performance, not your results, and success will come naturally. That's why the Wilson Evolution Game Basketball is #1 in US - high schools nationwide. Every part, from the moisture-wicking composite surface to the deep grooves, delivers premium performance for players who don't settle easily. The Evolution is suitable for indoor use and approved for play by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS).
Focus on your performance, not your results, and success will come naturally. That's why the Wilson Evolution Game Basketball is #1 in US - high schools nationwide. Every part, from the moisture-wicking composite surface to the deep grooves, delivers premium performance for players who don't settle easily. The Evolution is suitable for indoor use and approved for play by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS).
Focus on your performance, not your results, and success will come naturally. That's why the Wilson Evolution Game Basketball is #1 in US - high schools nationwide. Every part, from the moisture-wicking composite surface to the deep grooves, delivers premium performance for players who don't settle easily. The Evolution is suitable for indoor use and approved for play by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS).
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Balls Basketball Wilson Evolution Indoor Game Wtb0586xbemea Brownn
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I bought this ball at the beginning of 2023. It worked great until recently when I went to add some air. The next day I took it to an early morning run and it was completely deflated/flat. It won't hold air for more than an hour now. I have to keep pumping it up every time I want to play. I don't have the receipt anymore so I can't do the warranty claim. I invested $80 in a ball because I thought it was the best ball and great quality that would last. It's pretty disappointing.
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I have two of these balls and they are great! I purchased them for my son who plays AAU and uses a size 5 ball. The other brands available sell “indoor/outdoor” size 5 balls and the quality is poor for use in elite division play. This ball was used as game ball in every game, both during regular season and tournaments alike. I bought a second one because our local 509 hometown NBA rookie Marjon Beauchamp signed the first one!
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Balls came in and look very nice. They are in stock in both male and female sizes which allowed uniformity for the School. They are not my personal preference however I have been using them for years. These balls hold up over several years, however, they will get slick especially when not used on a wooden floor. Most of our Games are played in Gyms with tile or painted concrete which very quickly makes these balls slick unlike the spalding Tf 1000 which keep their grip for far longer. But for most schools this probably no issue when wooden floors are the norm.
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Balls Basketball Wilson Evolution Indoor Game Wtb0586xbemea Brownn
Delivery $6.08
Affiliate Disclosure: We may receive a small commission for purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you. This helps support our site. Thank you!
I bought this ball at the beginning of 2023. It worked great until recently when I went to add some air. The next day I took it to an early morning run and it was completely deflated/flat. It won't hold air for more than an hour now. I have to keep pumping it up every time I want to play. I don't have the receipt anymore so I can't do the warranty claim. I invested $80 in a ball because I thought it was the best ball and great quality that would last. It's pretty disappointing.
I have two of these balls and they are great! I purchased them for my son who plays AAU and uses a size 5 ball. The other brands available sell “indoor/outdoor” size 5 balls and the quality is poor for use in elite division play. This ball was used as game ball in every game, both during regular season and tournaments alike. I bought a second one because our local 509 hometown NBA rookie Marjon Beauchamp signed the first one!
Balls came in and look very nice. They are in stock in both male and female sizes which allowed uniformity for the School. They are not my personal preference however I have been using them for years. These balls hold up over several years, however, they will get slick especially when not used on a wooden floor. Most of our Games are played in Gyms with tile or painted concrete which very quickly makes these balls slick unlike the spalding Tf 1000 which keep their grip for far longer. But for most schools this probably no issue when wooden floors are the norm.
Bought this for my daughter so she can have a nice ball. Definitely needs broken in, but seems like a smooth shape, good bounce and looks like no cosmetic defects or blemishes. Color was exactly as portrayed(Royal or I think purple). Delivery was pretty quick, Like 3 days. Overall pretty happy, but I'm not a hooper and haven't played in years. So not sure what to expect from this exactly. I mean it's only 80 bucks. I play golf and I'd kill to pay 80$ to have a ball all year lol
I recently bought a Wilson Evolution (not online, but from a sporting goods store). When I get home, I realized that the air valve was notably raised from the ball surface and that it was separated all around from the material of the basketball itself, all of which seemed to be an obvious defect. I ended up reading a bunch of reviews online (mostly on Amazon) about the ball, and saw that many people complained of poor quality control, with issues like raised air valves, seams being sloppily glued together, and the synthetic leather surface peeling off. I also saw that people mentioned that the ball has a three letter code at the bottom of all the writing around the air valve, starting with either X or N, and that the N balls tend to be better finished. My ball had a ... MoreI recently bought a Wilson Evolution (not online, but from a sporting goods store). When I get home, I realized that the air valve was notably raised from the ball surface and that it was separated all around from the material of the basketball itself, all of which seemed to be an obvious defect. I ended up reading a bunch of reviews online (mostly on Amazon) about the ball, and saw that many people complained of poor quality control, with issues like raised air valves, seams being sloppily glued together, and the synthetic leather surface peeling off. I also saw that people mentioned that the ball has a three letter code at the bottom of all the writing around the air valve, starting with either X or N, and that the N balls tend to be better finished. My ball had a code starting with X. I ended up going back to the store I bought it from and exchanged the ball. Interestingly, the store had a bunch Evolutions, and they were in three totally different kinds of boxes. I looked at least 6 different balls -- all the balls with the code starting with X had problems -- either the air valve was sloppily inserted, seams had glue or extra material showing where they met, or the synthetic leather surface wasn't glued down properly where it met some seams and you could see some of the white raw material from the underside that shouldn't be visible. There were two balls with the N code and both of them seemed pretty much perfect (the only issue with them is that where the writing is around the air valve, the surface of the ball is a bit indented/depressed, probably because of the printing mechanism they use -- it's a bit annoying, but I don't think it's a defect, and it will probably even out as I use the ball more. Plus, I'd rather have that than any of the problems I saw with the X balls). I'm guessing that Wilson must be using different factories and that's what the X and N codes mean -- seems like the X factory has terrible quality control (I don't think the problem is fake balls as some people have suggested, since all the balls I looked at were in store, and many still had problems). My new N ball is great so far, so if at all possible, I'd say make sure you get a ball with an N code.
Everyone loves this ball as it's everywhere. It's skin allows for some of my off shots to squeak through as it can get slippery. The skin on an Evo Nxt or Solution allows my average size hands to palm and extend, protecting from defenders. With that said, as a one on one connoisseur I choose the control over the "perceived" levity on off shots. The grippier balls seem to rim out more... but that applies to my opponents as well. I'll say that Evolutions are well constructed and optimally weighted overall. I'll say that as a slightly less expensive ball, with equal balance and optimal panel construction... The Baden Elite is a good option too. I can't say that I think it's better... just another option in a gym where most often the facility is full of Evo's and ... MoreEveryone loves this ball as it's everywhere. It's skin allows for some of my off shots to squeak through as it can get slippery. The skin on an Evo Nxt or Solution allows my average size hands to palm and extend, protecting from defenders. With that said, as a one on one connoisseur I choose the control over the "perceived" levity on off shots. The grippier balls seem to rim out more... but that applies to my opponents as well. I'll say that Evolutions are well constructed and optimally weighted overall. I'll say that as a slightly less expensive ball, with equal balance and optimal panel construction... The Baden Elite is a good option too. I can't say that I think it's better... just another option in a gym where most often the facility is full of Evo's and everyone's personal Evo's can easily be confused. I feel the reticence in adoption of the Evo Nxt... but as the standard for the NCAA, we all might need to get on board. I'm glad to be able to handle the ball like a big man, as I love to play post. That's my primary focus in choosing a ball these days, so take the aforementioned with that in mind. Enjoy as Wilson Basketballs really are the best. :) :) ;)
I have another ball exactly like this one and it has very good grip and a soft feel. The one I currently received is smooth and has barely any grip. i thought maybe it was just cold and needed to be played with some but its just very smooth. Very hard to grip and not the quality you would expect from a $100 ball. In the description it is suppose to come with a free pump. That was not included in the package. I am going to return it because there is something wrong with this ball.
I bought this a few months back and immediately noticed the protrusion on the valve stem placement. I didn't think much of it and felt the ball bounce strangely, not so much that it ruined the play, but definitely noticeable to most. I thought maybe it just needed to be broken in and would be fine after that. It's been months and countless hours played and I still feel the inconsistencies. I tried filling a warranty request and didn't get much help from the rep either. Hope they can fix the quality of balls especially considering the price!
I love the ball. Fantastic feel, love the way the royal blue stands out and makes the ball unique. The gym I play at everyone has an Evolution but mine is unique with the Royal Blue. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because it took Wilson forever to ship my ball to me. I ordered it on their site thinking that I would get it in a few days after ordering. Instead, it took a few weeks. Why? You make the ball! It shouldn't take that long.
I recently bought a Wilson evolution basketball. I have grown to love these basketballs, and always use them since my high school basketball days. However, my most recent purchased evolution left more to be desired. Unlike previous evolution basketballs this particular one was hard and has been very difficult to break in. It does not have that soft, composite leather feel. Very disappointing purchase.
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