Have you ever dreamed of joining the NBA? Read this article to make your dream come true!
Steps
Step 1. Practice, practice and practice again
One way to improve in basketball is to go to a gym a few times a week to train and improve your shots. Also, try to run every day to keep fit! Playing with people better than you will make you better yourself. Try not to get discouraged too easily - you can always make up for a disappointing game by playing another one!
Step 2. Try practicing your shots from anywhere on the court:
close up, medium range and 3. Try to learn how to shoot well and cleanly. Also, practice your shots as if someone was watching and judging you.
Step 3. Never forget to stretch before exercising
It is essential to prevent possible injuries. Always stretch after warming up a little.
Step 4. Play as hard as you can in every game
You have to give your best to improve, or you won't make it.
Step 5. Play with people who are better than you, as often as you can
This way you will improve yourself.
Step 6. If there are basketball teams in your area, join them
Practicing in a gym is fine, but being part of a team is much more helpful in becoming good.
Step 7. Become part of the school team, and when you are older in the university team
(Doing so will increase your chances of being called into the NBA.)
Step 8. Try to be truly part of every team you play with
In this way, the chemistry with your teammates will increase and you will improve.
Step 9. Don't forget about physical strength
It is very important to build muscle in order to increase your stamina and your ability to attack and defend.
Step 10. Try to average your shots:
at least 60% in 2, 40% 3 and 75% in free throws.
Step 11. Try to be both a great leader and a great team player, both on and off the pitch
And don't forget to use fair play.
Step 12. Try to use all the methods you have to win it in the field
The basketball court must be yours and nobody else's!
Step 13. Don't deal with the wrong people and don't take drugs
Advice
- Think that anything is possible if you try hard enough.
- Go talk to the talent scouts, ask your coach for possible opportunities, and never underestimate yourself.
- Believe in yourself and your ability.
- Never stop playing basketball. Commit and practice when you can.
- Always motivate yourself to become a better player. Set goals.
- Work hard and keep a good attitude.
- Look for inspiration.
- Never back down. Even short people can do it.
- Be the best basketball player you can be.
- Play basketball every day!
- Ask your gym teacher or coach to help you improve and they will be happy to give you advice. They will also be ready to stay longer in school to make you better at it.
- Each additional exercise or game will only help you improve.
- Think about going to a basketball summer camp. Surely you would be able to play a few games.
- If someone says you won't make it, answer them: "You'll see!"
- Eat healthy, always keep a well balanced diet.
- Join teams that play all year round.
- Think about a plan B if by chance your dreams don't come true.
Warnings
- Be realistic about the position you want to play in. Take your height into account and think of the average NBA player in that position.
- Don't exercise too much but don't get lazy either. Practice for about 60 minutes and try to wake up early.
