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Wilson NBA Authentic Series Outdoor Basketball

  • Size: Size 6 - 28.5"
  • Item Diameter: 28.5 inches
  • Item Weight: 1.01 pounds
  • Material Type: Tackskin Cover

Last refreshed Sep 8, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A licensed NBA outdoor ball at size 6, a solid pick specifically for players who need that regulation size rather than the larger men's ball.

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ASIN: B091MKBL9RCategory: Basketballs

Sizes Available

Size 5 - 27.5"Size 6 - 28.5"Size 7 - 29.5"

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Overview

An officially licensed Wilson NBA Authentic Series basketball at size 6 (28.5 inches), built with a Tackskin cover and NBA branding for outdoor play.

As the NBA's official basketball brand, Wilson applies its Tackskin cover and channel construction to this outdoor model, aiming for grip that holds up across varied weather rather than a gym-only leather feel. Size 6 puts this at the women's and youth regulation size rather than the men's 29.5 inch ball.

  • Wilson NBA Authentic Series branding
  • Size 6, 28.5 inch outdoor ball
  • Tackskin cushion cover
  • NBA pro seam channel construction

Who it's for

Fits players who want an officially branded NBA ball sized for women's or youth play on outdoor courts. Not the right size for adult men's regulation games, which use size 7.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Officially licensed NBA branding
  • Size 6 (28.5 inch) regulation for women's and youth play
  • Tackskin cover for grip in varied weather
  • Air retention lining for longer lasting inflation
Cons
  • Size 6 only, not the men's 29.5 inch regulation size
  • No pump mentioned as included

Performance notes

The Tackskin cushion layer is built to hold grip across weather conditions rather than only on dry courts, and the inflation retention lining is meant to slow air loss over time compared with a basic bladder. NBA pro seam channels follow the construction Wilson uses across its licensed line for consistent dribbling feel.

Specifications

BrandWilson
Dimensions & fit
SizeSize 6 - 28.5"
Item Diameter28.5 inches
Item Weight1.01 pounds
Capacity & performance
Age Range DescriptionAdult
Construction & materials
Material TypeTackskin Cover
Construction TypePanel With Tackskin Cover
ColorBrown
Included components
Unit Count1
Number of Packs1
Included ComponentsBasketball
Warranty & support
Warranty Description1 year
Other details
Ball Typebasketball
League NameNBA
Sport TypeBasketball
Number of Items1
Item Type NameBasketball
AIR RETENTIONInflation retention lining creats longer lasting air retention
NBA PRO SEAMSNew channel construction suited to player preference
TACKSKIN COVERNew cushion layer offers ultimate grip in all weather conditions

Frequently asked questions

What size is the Wilson NBA Authentic Series Outdoor basketball?

It is size 6 at 28.5 inches, the regulation size for women's and youth play.

Is this an officially licensed NBA ball?

Yes, Wilson is the NBA's official basketball brand and this model carries official NBA branding.

Is this ball made for indoor or outdoor courts?

It is built as an outdoor model with a Tackskin cover suited to rough surfaces and varied weather.