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What is the mass of a basketball?

The mass of a basketball is an important factor for the sport, as it affects the bounce and trajectory of the ball. It typically weighs between 22 and 24 ounces, or 620 and 680 grams. The official FIBA approved basketball is a size 7 and weighs 22 ounces or 620 grams. The size 6 basketball which is the official WNBA basketball weighs 20 ounces or 567 grams. The size 6 ball is also the official basketball for players under the age of 12. The weight of the ball affects the force and speed of how it bounces and how it travels through the air.

February 8 2023