A: To prevent potential punctures, we recommend basketballs do not go into thorn/goathead patches as that is not part of the court playing surface.
A: The NCAA Icon has Total Grip Technology which provides enhanced softness and grip so more players can palm the ball whereas the Evolution basketball has a Micro-Fiber Composite Leather Cover.
A: Yes, this basketball is size 7 (29.5") which the official size of the NBA ball.
A: Yes, this ball comes inflated.