The new ball, manufactured by Spalding, features a new design and a new material that together offer better grip, feel, and consistency than the current leather ball. This marks the first change to the ball in over 35 years and only the second in 60 seasons.

The ball is made with just two interlocking panels, called ‘CrossTraxxion’ by Spalding, and also features a moisture management system which distributes the moisture to speed up evaporation when the ball gets wet.

Read more information about the ball on the NBA’s website. A limited number of this new ball was sold at the NBA store on draft day. The ball won’t hit stores until October 31st when the 2006-2007 NBA season begins but can be preordered for $99.99.