A lot of players practice moves. Great players practice moves they’re actually going to use. That side-step. That pull-up. That change of pace. That separation. If you’re going to use it in a game, you need to practice it like it’s a game. Don’t casually walk into your side-step. Don’t shoot your pull-up with no pressure. Don’t do a move at half speed and expect your body to magically execute it at full speed when the lights come on. Practice at game speed. Practice with purpose. Practice with pressure. Imagine the defender. Create the separation. Get to your spot. Rise up. Make the read. Your practice reps are building the habits your body will fall back on when you’re tired, when the defense is closing, and when the game is on the line. And especially if you’re a high school player: You don’t have unlimited time in the gym. So stop asking, “How many shots did I get up?” Start asking: “How many of those reps actually made me better at playing basketball?” Maximize your practice time. Don’t just practice basketball. Practice YOUR basketball. Because the goal isn’t to look good in workouts. The goal is to make it translate when it matters. Trainer: @Logan Hinton, a former 5 year pro across three countries. Train Like a Pro! 🏀