This ball provides grip and feel for ball handlers and shooters with a composite cover material.  I have 2 boys that lllooovvvvee basketball and this ball is their favorite.  This ball emulates the feel of leather, that also offers the durability need for mixed surface use. It seems like they had ball handlers and shooters in mind when making this ball.  The ball has a wide channel design, suitable for indoors or outdoors use, the ball meets official NBA size and weight requirements.  Can really speak on the durablilty but for the most part, we are really impressed with this ball.  Buy it, you'll love it!