Experience the game like never before with the Molten BG5000 FIBA Official Basketball. This premium basketball, endorsed by the world's elite players, is your gateway to superior performance. Whether you're practising or competing, the BG5000 is ready straight out of the box, thanks to its innovative premium leather that requires no 'bouncing in'. The ball's new surface texture enhances grip, even under intense conditions, providing unmatched control and precision on the court.

Crafted with a 35% increase in foam concentration and an EVA foam backing, the Molten BG5000 offers an enticing softness and control that serious players crave. Its authentic design, with all lettering seamlessly branded into the natural leather, not only looks professional but maximises the leather's innate grip attributes, ensuring consistent handling throughout the game. Available in sizes 6 and 7 and delivered fully inflated, this basketball is perfect for athletes aiming to elevate their play, embodying Molten's commitment to innovation and excellence in every bounce.

Features

• The new surface texture gives the ball an optimum grip over traditional pebble grip basketballs, even when in contact with sweat or moisture.
• Foam concentration has been increased by 35% and an EVA foam backing layer has been applied, making the ball softer and easier to control.
• All lettering design on the BG5000 is branded into the ball to offer an authentic look to the natural leather basketball.
• BG5000 takes full advantage of the natural leather properties to ensure better texture and offering more consistent grip in these segments of the ball.
• Supplied inflated.

Specification

• Usage - FIBA Official Game Ball.
• Cover Material - Premium Real Leather.
• Original Leather Texture Surface - Yes.
• High Foam Structure - Yes.
• Branding Print - Yes.
• Construction/Technology - 12 Panel Giugiaro.
• Bladder - Butyl.
• Playing Surface - Suitable for Indoor play.
• Sizes Available: 6 and 7.

Additional Information

Inflation Guide - All balls have the correct pressure printed around the valve. Correct ball inflation is important to maintain a technically superior product.  

Over-inflation will damage the ball. When inflating the ball, with a pump, it is critical that the pump needle is lubricated before insertion.

For more details of how to inflate and maintain your basketballs, please Click Here to download a copy of our Ball Inflation and Maintenance Guide.

Country of Manufacture - Thailand.

Basketball Size Buying Guide

Size 3: Mini Basketball and Key Stage 1, 5-7 year olds; circumference 56-57cm.

Size 5: Key Stage 2, 7-11 year olds; circumference 69-71cm/27.5inches.

Size 6: For female players aged 14+ and male players aged 11-14 years; circumference 72-74cm/28.5 inches.

Size 7: For male players aged 14+; circumference 75-76cm/29.5inches.

Customer Reviews for Molten BG5000 FIBA Official Basketball

• 4 out of 5 Excellent quality. Break it in.

  Newitts Verified Purchase (13 Dec 2021)

  I really like the quality of this ball. You can tell it’s well made. The weight and size and the feel of the grooves are spot on. Since it is real leather it is smoother than other synthetic balls so it dosnt feel super sticky to start with so you will have to break it in for a while .