11 NBA Trainers Give Us Their Tips For Success

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The scoreboard can be a cruel indicator of who is a true winner, but it is not always about who is winning on the surface. To be successful in basketball, you must win from within; you must push yourself to places you did not know even existed. For first-hand knowledge of what it takes, we talked with 11 basketball trainers to get their tips for success. All these trainers have either worked with former or current NBA players, and all have a wealth of experience to offer. Here is what they had to say…

Be Persistent

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Train Like a Basketball Player

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Love the Game

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Have Options in Your Game

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Know Your Strengths and Weaknesses

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Practice With a "Game Purpose"

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Sacrifice

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Make It Ugly

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Be Skilled and Take Pride

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Be Unselfish

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Show Up, Work Hard, and Listen

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