Best Basketball Gifts 2021: A Complete Guide

We’ve rigorously tested all the items on the list and know they perform well. Our team includes several basketball players and we know what’s important to the basketball player in your life. If you have follow up questions about any product on the list, ask us on Twitter. 

We’ve also reviewed the best basketball shoes this year and many other products not featured on this page. With that said, let’s unveil our list of the best basketball gifts for 2021.

Last updated 11.23.2021

TallSlim Tee Original 50/50 Crew Neck

• A t-shirt with enough length for tall, thin guys
• Soft 50/50 cotton and polyester blend
• 22 color options
• Also available in v-neck, long-sleeve, tank top and more

Price: $24 (at time of publication)

Wilson Harmon Short

• Super lightweight and quick drying
• Modern, above the knee cut
• Four-way stretch woven polyester build
• High end detail like metal aglets on the drawstrings
• 2 side pockets and one rear zip pocket

Price: $68 (at time of publication)

Dime One Basketball

• Deep channeled ball with great grip
• Soft composite leather cover
• Super durable even when used outdoors
• Support an up and coming small business with a great product

Price: $55 (at time of publication)

Strideline Socks

• Available in Crew, Mid and Low/Ankle
• Cushioned in all the right places
• Most durable basketball socks we’ve tested
• Available in white, black, grey and blue
• Multiple pack sizes with escalating discounts

Price: $16 (at time of publication)

adidas Trae Young 1

• Atlanta Hawk Trae Young’s first signature shoe
• Grippy herringbone traction
• Comfy upper that fits true to size
• Boost/Lightstrike cushioning combo
• Great shoe for quick guards and shooters

Price: $140 (at time of publication)

TriggerPoint Textured Massage Ball

• No brainer price of $11
• Perfect 2 inch diameter for feet and massaging plantar
• Easy to target pain points in feet, calfs and hands
• Great option for home treatment of plantar fasciitis

Price: $11 (at time of publication)

Wilson Series Center Court Tank

• Stretchy soft mesh tank
• Seamless interior
• Well-ventilated and quick drying
• High end look and feel
• Wilson Sportswear is an under the radar great find

Price: $58 (at time of publication)

NBA League Pass Premium

• Watch commercial free NBA games on two devices at a time
• Home and away team broadcast feeds
• Full and 10-min replays of every game
• Maximum NBA content nightly during the season
• Games are downloadable for offline viewing

Price: $250 (at time of publication)

Legends Crossover Short

• Retro-inspired look
• Modern, above the knee cut
• Dual layer open mesh
• Zip pockets

Price: $70 (at time of publication)

Since Apparel

• Nostalgia-inspired
• Ultra high quality materials
• WearTesters approved tees, hoodies and shorts
• Preorder system so you don’t miss out on any releases

Price: Varies depending on product

Hypervolt GO

• Quietest and lightest massage gun
• Super portable and great for carry on luggage
• Doesn’t pack as much punch as other Hypervolt massagers but it’s more than enough for most people

Price: $159 $199 (at time of publication)