Fred Harteis Sports News - The NBA will scrap its new microfiber composite ball and bring back the old leather one beginning Jan. 1, an official told The Associated Press on Monday.
The official spoke on condition of anonymity because the announcement of the switch was not due until at least Tuesday.
The swap was first reported by espn.com.
Players have complained about the new ball since training camp, saying that it bounced differently than the old ... more »