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Lines on a Basketball The reason why there are lines on a basketball is to improve a player's grip making it easier to dribble and shoot the ball.

The lines on basketballs make them easiar to grab and hold, allowing players to shoot, dribble, and pass better.

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The lines on a basketball are called ribs. The surface of the ball is divided by these ribs, and they are used to help grip the ball.

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Because they want to

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They are referred to as channels.

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So you get a better grip on the ball

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Black

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to improve players grip

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