If you’re looking for gifts for kids who love basketball, you’re in the right place! Whether you are looking for basketball players or just basketball lovers who enjoy watching the game (or even for the basketball coaches out there!), these basketball-themed gifts are just what you need.
Some of the best gifts are the ones they’ll use every day or every week. And some of the best basketball gifts won’t set you back much at all.
So whether you’re looking for Christmas gifts, gifts for the holiday season or cool basketball gifts for birthdays or other occassions, you’ll find all kind of great ideas!
Alright, let’s jump right into these fun basketball gifts…
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Stainless Steel Water Bottle
This stainless steel basketball travel tumbler was obviously made for anyone who eloves basketball. It makes for a great gift they can use everyday.
Mini Basketball Hoop
This mini basketball hoop is an upgraded version of my sons as it has an electronic scoreboard. Please no one tell him! This hoop is so fun for them to put on the back of their doors.
Plus it comes with 4 mini balls that are soft enough to play inside without huring anything or making lots of noise.
Brand New Basketball (Wilson Evolution)
This indoor basketball is one of the nicest and made by a well-known brand. It has great grip and will last kids for a long time.
And what kid doesn’t like having the official basketball of the NBA?
Portable Basketball Hoop
A portable hoop is great for setting up wherever and whenever you’d like. It also grows with your kids as it can be adjusted from under 5 feet to 10 feet high.
Rebounder
I love that my kids can play basketball on their own but they don’t last as long when their ball is rolling away and they spend more time chasing it than they do shooting.
So I picked up this inexpensive rebounder and now they’re getting tons of shots up and they play longer outside!
Smart Basketball
This smart basketball is so cool! It uses a sensor to detect how many shots are made, the kind of shots, and other metrics like shooting release angle, release time and spin rate.
It really helps boost their confidence seeing what they do well and helps them identify what they need to do.
NBA Game
There are several good basketball video games depending on the console your child has but they definitely love this NBA game!
Basketball Arcade Game
This dual shot basketball game is designed for home. It comes with 4 balls and has 10 different game modes. What I love is that my son’s friends want to spend more time at our house so they can play.
That way I know where he is and what he’s up to. The scoreboard makes it more fun too. Just plugin and play!
Basketball USB Flash Drive
This is such a cute basketball USB that’s perfect for kid’s school or to hold pictures or projects.
Dribble stick
If kids want to work on improving their dribbling skills, this basketball dribbling stick adjusts for them and they have to try not to hit the stick as they move around.
Simple and effective!
Plush Basketball Pillow
This cute and comfortable plush basketball pillow is a great accessory for a kid’s room or area.
Video From Professional Basketball Player
Did you know there are services like Cameo where you can choose a professional basketball player and ask them to record a message so you can surprise someone?
Can you imagine being a kid and receiving a video message from one of your favorite basketball players speaking directly to you?
Basketball books
There are so many great basketball books available. Here are really good ones for kids:
- The Ultimate Basketball Trivia Book:with over 600 questions perfect for NBA fans
- Legends of the NBA: packed with inspirational stories
- Inspirational Basketball Stories: to help motivate & inspire
- Stephen Curry The Children’s Book: The Boy Who Never Gave Up
Ball Pump
Every basketball player needs a good ball pump in their bag.
Basketball Gift Card
A gift card to a sports store, shoe store, or even Amazon for basketball gifts is sure to be appreciated. Consider stores like:
- Dick’s Sporting Goods
- Nike
- Under Armour
- the NBA Store
This way the child can go in person as well as order online.
Glow in the Dark Basketball
Now these glow in the dark basketballs are just cool!
Basketball Decor
What I love about gifting basketball decor is that they can enjoy it everyday.
Some really fun decor options are:
Basketball Lights
This basketball neon light is really cool!
Posters
These posters of basketball players of some of the greatest currently playing, are just really neat. Kids will happily hang these!
Prints
While you typically see basketball posters, these prints are a nice alternative.
Motivational Posters
I really love the positive messages that kids can learn through sports. And when these messages can be reinforced by posters they can re-read everyday, it really helps those messages sink in.
String Lights
These basketball string lights are unique and fun. They’re a great addition to a basketball room.
Basketball Clock
This basketball clock is definitely unique and is a great addition to a basketball themed space.
Basketball Hamper
Sometimes you just gotta do what you gotta do to get boys to keep their dirty clothes off the floor. There’s a good chance this basketball hamper is the answer.
Memorabilia From Their Favorite Team or Favorite Player
Does your child have a favorite team? Really any memorabilia is exciting! Do they want to decorate their room, have something to wear or carry around?
Think about what would excite them.
Basketball Jersey
While of course their are player and team jerseys, there are some generic (and less expensive) general basketball jerseys as well.
Basketball T-Shirt
While you can’t use a basketball jersey all the time, they will likely want to wear a basketball t-shirt every single week.
Basketball Hat
Basketball hats are both fun and practical as they’ll get a lot of use out of them.
WNBA Gear
Don’t forget about their favorite WNBA players or even their favorite high school teams.
Or even just items with their favorite team colors.
Basketball Shoes
If you want to get a basketball gift that a kid will use every single day, basketball shoes may be your answer.
Splash Hoop
The kids have an absolute blast with this inflatable hoop in the pool! Especially with friends over, they’ll wear themselves out for as long as you’ll let them.
It’s a really good size and comes with an automatic pump. The kids will definitely be jumping off the diving board to try and dunk in this hoop.
Basketball Drawstring Bag
This is a great, light drawstring bag for carrying to the court everyday!
Basketball AirPods Case
This is such a cute AirPods case kids can hook to their kids or hang from their lanyard.
Basketball Push Pop
The kids are all about the pop-its and fidget toys these days. And these basketball themed pop-its are extra fun.
Pass to an Indoor Gym With a Basketball Court
There are lots of indoor gyms. Some with a basketball court and some are entirely dedicated to basketball. These are great places to get gift certificates to so the child
Basketball Pajamas
These basketball pajamas are soft and cozy. My son puts on his pajamas a lot faster now. It’s nice that the pattern works for older or younger kids.
Basketball Nightlight
My 10-year-old has had this basketball nightlight for a couple of years now and still uses it every night. He’s changed the color of the light over the time he’s had it.
Basketball Initial Necklace
With this basketball necklace, you can choose the child’s initial so they have a necklace that’s more personalized to them. Plus, it feels more unique and noticeable!
Basketball Stickers for Waterbottle
This 50-pack of stickers is perfect for water bottles, skateboards, bikes, their room or anywhere else they’d like to use them.
Basketball Socks
These basketball socks are nice and thick and can definitely be used in games or tournaments. Or just around the house like my son does beause they’re fun like that.
Basketball Blanket
How fun will it be for them to watch a game and use their new basketball fleece throw. It’s soft and a nice size.
Basketball Hoop Lights
Especially during the months where it gets dark earlier, having a lights for the rim will make basketball even more fun to play (and of course, possible at night).
Basketball Bedding
If your child is thinking about having a basketball themed room, this basketball quilt set will completely transform their room.
It’s even reversible if you ever want to have different colors or just change things up without spending any extra money.
Basketball Sheets
These super fun basketball sheets are comfortable and a great price. Plus, any basketball loving child is going to love them.
If you really want to go above and beyond and get a comforter too, they’ll be on top of the world! This is another basketball gift they’ll use every single day.
Basketball Backpack
This basketball backpack is a practical gift and it’s easy to put in a basketball, shoes and other gear.
Basketball Cards
Whether they have a basketball card collection or may be ready to start one, this pack of 100 official NBA cards comes in a basketball gift box.
Shoe Charms
This comes with 30 basketball themed shoe charms which are a lot of fun. They’re inexpensive and great quality.
Deodorizer
Ok, so maybe this deodorizer is more of a gift for you than it is them. But hey, at least it looks fun!
Novelty Mug
This is a funny basketball gift for sure! Now tell me what kid isn’t going to have fun dunking marshmallows in their hot chocolate with this basketball mug?
