In order to make a valid hypothesis, it is helpful to know some important information on each basketball. The Spalding basketball is made out of leather. Basketballs that are made out of leather are usually played indoor, so they do not damage the hardwood. Since Spalding basketballs are played in the professional level, they have to be perfect in every way. For example, the weight, circumference, durability, etc.., all have to be made with precision or they cannot be used (Standefer 12/17/16). The Wilson basketball is made out of synthetic. Basketballs like these are not usually not played in the NBA, because players have a hard time grasping them when more and more sweat is put on them. However, synthetic type of basketball can last the
