
REVIEWS
44 Reviews
Martin427757056
Great raised grip feel. Embossed symbol letters. Worth the fee extra bucks.
JasATL
Nikes are lightweight and durable. These fit better than the NB cleats as well.
dabball1yahoocom
Best ball out there for indoor. I was a coach/teacher for 40 years. Played thru HS and college as well. Still shoot 4 days a week. At age 71, I still was trying to find the right ball and this one is it. Great bounce, retains air, grip is for me the best and I have tried most balls out there. Holds up well also as i have had this one for over a year. Nice color too. Not as bright as the Wilson EVO Nxt. Perfect size and weight.
BrandonS575386526
To the guy that said the Evolution all is better in these reviews; grow up that ball is awful. This one is way better
Balal
Slippery as heII and bouncy as a mofuqa Id rather play with the Wilson.
Momof4
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This basketball met my expectations. It came inflated but needed a little more air when I took it out of the box. It inflated easily and has since kept its pressure despite the change in season from winter to spring. I've put about 15 hours of practice and game-time in with the ball since receiving it. In terms of feel, the grip is a little more tacky and the grooves a little deeper than other manufacturers I've used in the past. This makes it somewhat better for dribbling control but a little more difficult to shoot as you have to adjust to the tendency to stick to the hands more. Overall a good ball that meets my needs and one that I would recommend to others.
Esad
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Decided to play with this ball running some indoor hoops with friends since it’s too cold to play outside yet. Felt nice to see feel a new ball that hasen’t been used and abused for years. Initially it took a little break in period to get used to the feel of the fresh material. But shortly after getting used to it my friends and I would refer to it as “the good ball”. Anytime we’d play since I got it, they would tell me to bring “the good ball” because of how good it felt on the hands and how smooth dribbling with it felt. No rough patches on it, held the air inside of it perfectly, and was bouncing perfectly on the court. Might need to get a couple more of these balls incase we get one stuck somewhere or lose it hahahaha. Overall, enjoy playing with this ball and plan to keep using it.
PNW
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This ball is a step above the rest. If you’re looking for a strictly indoor basketball, this is it. The superior feel of the leather gives a soft touch yet provides the perfect amount of grip for great ball control. One look at this ball and it’s safe to put in a class all its own. The logo is large and exactly what it states, ELITE. But don’t be fooled, there is no slip when handling the ball around the logos. And last but not least, the bounce in an indoor court can’t be beat. This ball is for you if you’re looking for great performance combined with its ELITE appearance.
Tee
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I want to start by saying this is the best basketball I ever touched in my LIFE. The leather quality is amazing, the softness is spectacular and breathtaking. I played with the ball on several occasions and I must say I was truly satisfied with the experience. I would highly recommend playing with this ball whether for leisure purposes or even on a competitive level. I can't express enough how amazed I was with every aspect of the ball. Thank you Nike for creating such a lovely product.
Tmartin
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received a basketball and at glance it looked smaller than my current basketball that I own. Once I opened the box and touched the basketball it was great to touch it. The basketball was smooth and the leather was soft. Honestly, I did not want to bounce the ball on the ground. I think I know what LeBron James and Michael Jordan felt when they picked up a basketball. Because of the basketball material this ball is made for indoor courts. You could play outdoors with it but you will not get the same feel for the ball and the leather will wear quickly. I did have to pump up the ball to get the right amount of air and bounce I wanted from the ball. I felt like Kobe with the ball in my hand and moving swiftly on the court. Perfect size and weight. The basketball has a great grip and looking forward to continue using it on the indoor courts.
Nick
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am beyond happy with the Nike Elite Championship Basketball. It is by far the best basketball I have ever used. The composite leather is extremely durable and the ball has a great grip and feel to it as well. I love the way it handles when dribbling and it has a strong bounce to it right out of the box. The Nike Elite Championship Basketball is truly an elite indoor basketball and has been incredibly fun to use thus far. I have been using this basketball every single day at the gym for the past two weeks. It provides me with the control and precision I have been looking for. I can confidently recommend this product to anyone looking for a high-performance indoor basketball.
Jo
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I don’t usually get excited about a basketball; usually any one will get the job done. However the Nike Elite Championship ball doesn’t just get the job done- it has become our most preferred ball. It has excellent grip and the style of the logo and the writing design on the ball have just enough flash. I can palm grip this size 7 basketball which speaks to the insane grip technology and overall feel of the material. Can’t wait to get this ball going in a pick up game!
VersatileRacer
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve owned numerous basketballs and the Nike Elite Championship Basketball isn’t bad but it’s not a must buy. If you’re tight on money I would recommend this product. The quality of the basketball is worth the price. Otherwise, if you’re able to spend a little more, I recommend buying a Wilson evolution or NBA regulation basketball. Nike Elite Championship basketball isn’t a bad choice, it’s just not my first.
Alexander
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] After using the indoor nike elite championship basketball every single day of the week I’ve come to enjoy a lot of things about the ball. The first thing I noticed was the high quality feel of the ball. It was not slippery and it had a ton of grip. I was able to palm the ball and pump air in it and it felt amazing. The bounce was great and the sound it would make on the hardwood was satisfying. The overall feel helped me when shooting a ball as I no longer struggled with letting the ball come off my fingertips due to the good grip on the ball. The design was spot on for those that enjoy playing basketball indoors. You need a soft yet strong basketball that has a lot of grip in order for it to last a long time and be effective. It looks durable and hasn’t lost any grip ever since I started using it daily. The best part for me is how soft the ball is yet it still has a lot of grip. The materials feel premium. At first I was worried about how long the ball would last but it still looks brand new after using it for a few weeks straight. One thing that I noticed that could possibly be changed is the packaging just because it is an indoor ball I would want it to come in different packaging than an outdoor ball. Nonetheless, it came in pristine condition. I absolutely enjoy using the very grippy and soft Elite basketball for my daily use at the gym.
JasonB
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This ball has some improved grip and handling compared to previous years. I do like that the ball came partially inflated so that it doesn’t inflate in an oval shape. Due to the improved grip, I do feel like it does bounce as if it’s not a perfect sphere shape because of this. Overall, I do like the ball. I feel the quality warrants the price. I would recommend to friends and family.
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