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Some say it's simply because leather is brownish-tan-orange, and the original balls were leather.

Others cite Butler University NCAA coach Paul Hinkle as originating the orange-colored Basketball. He wanted a ball that could be better seen by players and fans and worked with The Spalding Company to develop one.

Answerso the players can see the ball better when it bounces. The color keeps their attention! AnswerThe reason why the basketballs are orange is because the players won't get hit or they will be able to see the basketballs. Answerbecause James Naismith's favorite color was orange.
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