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Basketballs are relatively hardy if they are only dribbled on basketball courts or smoother surfaces and kept out of the rain. However, like all balls, they can break down over time, falling apart or deflating. While buying a new basketball may seem like the easiest option, the old ball can actually be refurbished and used again.
Anybody who has ever played basketball with a leather ball knows that after time, the grime from the floor can be transported to the ball. When this happens, not only can the ball become slippery, but it can also harbor germs that can be transferred from player to player. While there's no way to restore a leather basketball to its original glory, there are ways to improve its appearance.
