8 Best In Ground Basketball Hoop Systems

Get the feel of playing indoors at the gym with the Silverback In-Ground Basketball System.

The base anchors in concrete to keep the entire system incredibly sturdy and minimizes swaying in windy conditions. Also, the base can be unbolted in case you need to move the hoop for any reason. The tempered glass backboard, which features under-padding, and breakaway rim are extremely durable and flexible, meaning you won’t have to worry about it shattering or getting damaged.

And Dupont powder-coated pole height can be easily adjusted between 7.5 and 10 feet. The Silverback is available in two backboard sizes — 54- and 60-inches. It comes with a 5-year limited warranty and all the equipment — nuts, bolts, anchor plate, etc. — you need for installation.

When in comes to the best in ground basketball hoops, Spalding delivers and their 888 series provides durability, stability, and playability in a stylish design.

Featuring a strong 3/8 inch thick tempered glass backboard which is available in 3 sizes (54, 60, and 72 inches) and adorned with the NBA logo, it has a breakaway rim with an all-weather net flexible enough to handle all your dunks. With the U-Lift Pro System and removable hand crank, you can adjust the height from 7 to 10 feet.

The one-piece pole is made of 11 gauge steel and measures 5 inches square. The pole comes with a soft padding for maximum protection. For the 54 and 60 inch backboard, there is an offset of 3 feet and 4 feet for the 70 inch one to maximize under-the-rim play.

Spalding is the official sponsor of the NBA’s game balls, so you can expect they’re going to put their name only on quality products featuring the league’s logo. And the NBA In-Ground Basketball System is just that.

Durable, yet flexible, the system is highlighted by a 54-inch tempered glass backboard (1/4 inch thick) and Pro-Image breakaway rim. Compared to acrylic and polycarbonate backboards, glass offers the most bounce and gives the feel of playing indoors at a gym so it’s definitely one of the best in ground basketball hoops out there.

The two-piece, four-inch diameter steel pole provides maximum sturdiness and stability and mounts into the ground (in concrete) to create a solid base. The height can be adjusted between 7.5 and 10 feet thanks to the easy-to-use U-Turn lift system and the backboard has an offset of two feet from the pole to allow for easier under-the-basket playing.

From the rim at the top of the price scale, we come to one that you can get for a good value for those looking to save a few bucks when shopping for the best in ground basketball hoop systems.

The Lifetime 71281 In Ground Power Lift Basketball System features a 52-inch shatterproof backboard which is made of polyethylene, which is a high density plastic. The stainless steel pole (3.5 inches in diameter) is in three pieces and comes equipped with a friction-weld joint, which will prevent unwanted movement and promotes stability.

The pole also easily adjusts the goal between 7.5 and 10 feet. And the Slam-It Rim allows you to get up there and dunk it with fear of damaging any of the parts. Other features include an all-weather nylon net and a 5-year limited warranty.

Highlighted by Three-Point Technology, the Goalrilla FT Series In Ground Basketball Hoop delivers maximum strength, durability, and playability.

This Three-Point Technology has dual extension board arms for added stability, triple-joint connection, and a 1-piece pole design. Other top highlights are the tempered glass backboard with a pro-style breakaway rim and a strong concrete anchor which has the ability to move if you so desire.

The height can be adjusted between 7.5 and 10 feet and the backboard is available in 3 different sizes — 54, 60, and 72 inches.

Full of padding — both on the bottom and sides of the backboard and pole — the Game Changer In Ground Basketball Hoop from First Team is designed to provide maximum protection for players of all ages.

The backboard, which is made of 5/16-inch thick tempered glass, has a breakaway rim and both combine to provide game-like conditions you’d get by playing in a gym. 

The one-piece powder-coated pole is made of durable 12 gauge steel and measures 5 inches by 5 inches. The zinc-coated hardware helps reduce corrosion to ensure longevity. You can easily adjust the height from anywhere between 7 1/2 to 10 feet. It also comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

The Goalsetter Captain In Ground Basketball Hoop is extremely player-friendly, especially for the younger players as the height can easily be adjusted from 10 feet all the way down to 6 feet.

The backboard, which measures 38 by 60 inches, is available in either tempered glass or acrylic (both 3/8-inches thick) and has an H-Frame design made of steel tubing to maximize ball response. There is padding on the sides and bottom and is has a flexible breakaway rim attached to it.

The one-piece steel pole is a large 6 inches by 6 inches and provides excellent stability and will help reduce swaying. The offset between the pole and backboard measures 4 feet, which will give you more space and protection for the under-the-rim play. It also features 3 coats of paint to limit corrosion.