{"id":19457,"date":"2024-11-07T12:55:47","date_gmt":"2024-11-07T17:55:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/?p=19457"},"modified":"2025-06-17T08:29:09","modified_gmt":"2025-06-17T12:29:09","slug":"how-to-be-a-disciplined-basketball-player","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-to-be-a-disciplined-basketball-player\/","title":{"rendered":"How to be a\u00a0Disciplined Basketball Player"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/discipline.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19458\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/discipline.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/discipline-300x150.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_you_Consider_Yourself_a_Disciplined_Basketball_Player\"><\/span>Do you Consider Yourself a Disciplined Basketball Player? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Article Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #0769bf;color:#0769bf\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #0769bf;color:#0769bf\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-to-be-a-disciplined-basketball-player\/#Do_you_Consider_Yourself_a_Disciplined_Basketball_Player\" >Do you Consider Yourself a Disciplined Basketball Player?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-to-be-a-disciplined-basketball-player\/#Disciplined_basketball_players_share_some_key_characteristics\" >Disciplined basketball players share some key characteristics:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-to-be-a-disciplined-basketball-player\/#Here_is_what_Maxey_said\" >Here is what Maxey said:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-to-be-a-disciplined-basketball-player\/#Related_Sports_Psychology_Article\" >Related Sports Psychology Article<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-to-be-a-disciplined-basketball-player\/#The_Mental_Edge_for_Basketball_Digital_Download\" >The Mental Edge for Basketball (Digital Download)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Before you answer, consider the characteristics of a <strong>disciplined<\/strong> athlete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>disciplined<\/strong> basketball player consistently strives for a high standard in their training, preparation, and performance in games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Discipline<\/strong> for an athlete involves a commitment to training, doing the little things correctly, hustling on the court, developing a strong mental game, playing stout defense, a willingness to make sacrifices, and committing to continual improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Athletes who lack <strong>discipline<\/strong> may go to practice, but they do not go all out in practice. They are haphazard in their preparation. They experience mental lapses during games. They don\u2019t evaluate their performance after games and look for ways to improve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Players who lack <strong>discipline<\/strong> are often a liability to their team, tend to plateau, and never reach their potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disciplined_basketball_players_share_some_key_characteristics\"><\/span>Disciplined basketball players share some key characteristics:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mentally Engaged \u2013 <strong>Disciplined<\/strong> players have a goal for practices, are prepared to work, and stay mentally engaged throughout practice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consistent Effort \u2013 During training sessions, they consistently put in a high-level effort even when motivation is low.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Self-Control &#8211; <strong>Disciplined<\/strong> players avoid unhealthy habits and maintain peak physical and mental conditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Goal-Oriented &#8211; <strong>Disciplined<\/strong> players buy into team goals and set clear, achievable personal goals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mentally Tough &#8211; <strong>Disciplined<\/strong> players seek out challenges, work through obstacles, and are resilient in the face of adversity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Detail-Oriented \u2013 <strong>Disciplined<\/strong> players tend to the smaller aspects of the game, knowing that small details make a big impact.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mentally Skilled \u2013 <strong>Disciplined<\/strong> players dedicate time to building their mental game and improving their confidence, focus, performance under pressure, and managing game-time emotions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, <strong>discipline<\/strong> is the vehicle that takes players from good to great. The Philadelphia 76ers started the 2024 NBA season with three losses in their first four games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The expectations are high for the Sixers after signing high-profile players during free agency. A lack of execution, effort, and preparation has been a theme for the Sixers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After the slow start to the season, Philadelphia Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey commented that the team needs to become <strong>disciplined<\/strong> in their preparation and play on the court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Here_is_what_Maxey_said\"><\/span>Here is what Maxey said:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>MAXEY<\/strong>:&nbsp;<em>&#8220;We have to execute. We have to be prepared. We have to be more prepared than the other team. We have to know what we&#8217;re running and when we&#8217;re running, and we have to know the scouting report. We have to know what we want to do, and we have to execute that plan, whatever the coaches are telling us to do, no matter what the scouting report is, we have to execute.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Discipline<\/strong> is not built overnight. Building <strong>discipline<\/strong> is a gradual process that will pay off over time, improving your skills and game performance and strengthening your athletic mindset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Discipline<\/strong> requires commitment and accountability. To become a more <strong>disciplined<\/strong> athlete, take responsibility for your actions. Track your progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regularly evaluate how <strong>disciplined<\/strong> you are in practice, preparation, and play on the court. Each day, recommit to becoming the <strong>disciplined<\/strong> basketball player you want to become.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"block-979ef383-5bc7-43ee-b8f9-249663ca1a6c\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Sports_Psychology_Article\"><\/span>Related Sports Psychology Article<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-to-reach-for-your-athletic-potential\/\"><strong>How to Reach for Your Athletic Potential&nbsp;<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-to-prevent-mental-mistakes-during-competition\/\"><strong>How to Prevent Mental Mistakes During Competition&nbsp;<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-to-focus-on-your-race-for-triathletes\/\"><strong>How to Focus on Your Race for Triathletes<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Mental_Edge_for_Basketball_Digital_Download\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.peaksports.com\/products\/mental-edge-for-basketball-digital\" title=\"\">The Mental Edge for Basketball (Digital Download)<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"540\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/basketball-large.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19752\" style=\"width:165px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/basketball-large.jpg 540w, https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/basketball-large-270x300.jpg 270w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>The Mental Edge for Basketball&nbsp;<\/strong>Audio and Workbook program is ideal for any high school<strong>,&nbsp;<\/strong>collegiate, or pro basketball players. In addition, basketball coaches and parents can benefit from this program by helping their athletes learn the psychological strategies taught to personal coaching students. We&#8217;re very confident that you and your athletes will improve confidence, focus, and composure when you apply these strategies. To your mental toughness in basketball!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cBoth of the last 2 weekends, Nicolas had&nbsp;high-pressure basketball tournaments&nbsp;where he really showed improvement and maturity! He reacted&nbsp;very calmly to missed shots and mistakes&nbsp;and was very poised in the very close finals game. We have never seen him&nbsp;so composed and locked-in&nbsp;on the issue at hand! He has also realized that and tells us that he feels more calm and confident than before.\u201d ~Alex Mylonas, Nicolas\u2019 father<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div style=\"text-align:center\" class=\"wp-block-atomic-blocks-ab-button ab-block-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.peaksports.com\/products\/mental-edge-for-basketball-digital\" class=\"ab-button ab-button-shape-rounded ab-button-size-medium\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color:#3373dc\">Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you Consider Yourself a Disciplined Basketball Player? Before you answer, consider the characteristics of a disciplined athlete. 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