What can I do to protect my dislocated pinky fingers when im playing basketball or any contact sport?

I dislocated my pinky a few months ago... and i tried playing ball again and hurt it again...I want something that i could wear on my finger that it not slippery because i tried splints and when i practiced my layup the ball kept slipping out of my hand...its more difficult... is there a solution for me.. im scared to play the game...its affecting my confidence inside the paint.... help me please.. any suggestions??