The NBA season runs from October through May, with youth leagues being played around that time as well. However, basketball is a sport that can be played for fun year round. When school is out, and the days grow longer, kids flock to neighborhood parks or to their buddy’s house to shoot hoops. During winter, or when the summer days get too hot for comfort, basketball enthusiasts head to local gymnasiums to play indoors. It is a sport that builds teamwork but also inspires some informal friendly competition.
These basketball gifts will inspire fans and players alike to get out and enjoy themselves.
1. Tickets to an NBA Game
Most wished for gifts for basketball fans
What do you get someone who loves basketball? Tickets to a professional game, of course. Find their favorite team, where and when they are playing, and get some tickets. If they don’t play nearby, plan an extra special gift by making a vacation out of it.
Don’t forget a professional jersey for them to wear to support their team. Even if they already have one, it is probably getting ratty from spilling beer and food on it. Time for a new one.
Diehard fans will also love exclusive memorabilia, such as framed photographs of star players in action, to add to their collection.
2. LED Hoop Lights
Best basketball gifts for night games
How cool are these? Now basketball players can have a fun game at home without having to stop the game because it’s too dark. In addition to lights for the rim, you can actually buy a glow in the dark net. These make it easier to play night games when there isn’t any additional lighting in the area.
Then get them a glow in the dark basketball to make it easy to keep an eye on the ball at night. The glowing ball will be spotted by cars before it rolls out into the street.
3. Desktop Basketball Game
Basketball gifts for the office
Are they working too hard? Give them a break with a desktop basketball game. This is great for a study break at home or when they need to step away from their computer screen at work.
For another fun office break, they can play with their pens, basketball hoop pens that is. These have a ball on a string that they try to get into the hoop on the back end.
You can get additional office decor with a basketball themed mousepad.
Then give them a stylish basketball laptop case for when they need to bring work home. They might want to bring work home, just to show off the case!
4. Basketball Purse
Basketball gifts for her
How cute are these basketball purses? I don’t even follow basketball, and I want one!
You can make the gift extra special by slipping some basketball earrings, a pendant, and charm bracelet inside. Then she will have a full wardrobe of basketball accessories.
5. Customized Basketball
Personalized basketball gifts
Even if they already have a basketball, they probably don’t have one with their name. One up the competition by getting this gift that will score the winning points. You can even get one with a team picture for a coach or for graduating seniors.
To cart their basketball gear back and forth to practice and games, have a basketball backpack made especially for them with their name on it.
You can also get them a customized LED basketball light for their room. This will look great in a college dorm too.
6. Video Game
Basketball gifts for a boyfriend
Your boyfriend likes to have fun in his down time. When he can’t get to a real game, give him the next best thing. Action packed video basketball will give him that excitement during those times when he can’t play a live game.
For his morning cereal give him a fun basketball hoop mug. Isn’t he just a big kid anyway?
You can also get him a cool basketball themed phone case. If he plays the sport, choose one that you can add his name and team number to.
7. Dog Jersey
Basketball gifts for canine friends
For those with fur children, don’t forget to dress them in support of their team, with a canine team jersey.
On game day, make sure he has the best seat in the house with a basketball themed dog bed, placed within view of the television.
While he might like to watch a game with you, your dog will want to play basketball too. However, a regulation ball is too hard for him to grasp. Get him a dog basketball made just for pups, so it’s easier to grab.
You might want to take a look at gifts for lovers of other sports too!
8. Hoops and Goals
Gifts for basketball players
If they don’t already have a basketball hoop for playing at home, you can get them one with a backboard or a stand alone hoop. The stand alone hoops usually have a base that can be filled with sand to weigh them down. If you get a stand alone hoop, make sure there is a good spot of level ground to set it up on, so it won’t tip over. For a more permanent fixture there are hoops that can be mounted onto concrete.
For speed and agility training, you can give them a sports ladder. These are great for conditioning, not just for basketball, but for other sports such as soccer and hockey as well.
Most importantly, they can’t play if their ball is flat. Give them an electric basketball pump to keep their ball inflated properly.
9. Basketball Decanter
Basketball gifts for Dad
Looking for a unique basketball gift for Dad? Give him a cool whiskey decanter shaped like a basketball, a decanter with a team logo, or a personalized decanter with a basketball design. These also make great retirement gifts for a coach.
Does Dad make sure never to miss any of your games? Show you appreciate those uncomfortable hours he suffers, sitting in the bleachers, by giving him a stadium seat cushion with back support.
If Dad lives, eats, and sleeps basketball, give him a basketball tie for those times he needs to dress up. Add a tie clip and cufflinks and you have a complete gift set for Dad.
10. Basketball Laundry Net
Basketball presents for the bedroom
He shoots! He scores! While this probably won’t fit all the dirty laundry, it will make it a fun way to pick up dirty clothes. Depending on how good a shot they are, hopefully at least half make it into the basket instead of onto that heap on the floor.
For more room decor, you can get them some basketball themed bedding. These sets come in various sizes so you are sure to find a design to fit their bed.
You can also add a rug and some curtains with a basketball theme.
11. Space Jam Board Games
Space Jam gifts for basketball fans
For those who want to mix their love for basketball with their love of Looney Tunes, give them one of these classic games with the Space Jam theme to play with friends or family.
You can give the kids some Space Jam action figures so they can act out scenes from the movie.
Space Jam fans come in all ages. Some were around for the original version in the ‘90s, while some became fans with the recent remake. If you are looking for a gift for him, get a cool Space Jam wallet to keep his money and cards safe..
12. Wristband Playbook
Basketball gift ideas for a coach
With a wristband playbook, a coach can keep their hands free, while still having all of the plays organized right at their fingertips.
Another useful coaching tool is an electronic tactic board. They can use an electronic pen to draw plays to help players better understand the moves.
As an appreciation gift for a coach, you can get a whistle engraved with their name. This makes a great keepsake gift with both practical and sentimental value.
13. Basketball Swaddler
Baby gifts for basketball lovers
This has got to be the most adorable thing I have ever seen! This will score big with basketball fans preparing for a little basketball player. You can even get one personalized if they’ve picked a name already. Pair this with a few bibs, and you have a nice gift set.
For a really nice baby shower gift, you can get a crib bedding set made with a basketball theme.
14. Arcade Basketball Game
Basketball gifts for Christmas
For Christmas this year, splurge on an arcade style basketball game. After all, aren’t they worth it? This is a great gift for a man cave, basement game room, garage hang out, or even a covered back patio.
As a surprise, have a custom basketball ornament made, and hang it on the tree.
For stocking stuffers you can give some basketball shaped bath bombs for a relaxing soak after the big game.
Come to think of it, their basketball shoes probably need some bombs too. Give them some sneaker deodorizers in the shapes of basketballs or balls from other sports.
Who doesn’t like chocolate? Slip some mini chocolate basketballs into their stockings for a tasty treat.
15. Drawstring Basketball Bag
Basketball team gifts
For the team, you can use a drawstring backpack as a gift bag and add additional gifts. These can then be used to tote some of their stuff around.
Add a personalized water bottle so they stay hydrated during practices and games.
Then give them a cooling towel to help prevent heat exhaustion. These stay cool for hours and also absorb sweat. Most come in a handy carrying case that can be attached to a gear bag.
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