Some see dating as a sport. From strategizing and getting set to stepping up and performing, the stakes are often high – and every move counts. As the winter months progress and holiday season brings people closer together, let’s explore how these two worlds are ultimately one and the same.
Here are five ways basketball is like dating:
1.Preparation Is Key
Even the best teams lose when they’re ill-prepared. If you don’t know what you’re up against, you may have some issues coming out with the win. Have a game plan and be prepared for any scenario. Any scenario. You never know what could happen, but you do know that the last thing you want is to be embarrassed on a date. Always remember to think things through and avoid looking foolish.
2.You Have to Set the Standard
If you don’t play like you want to win, you’re going to come across as a loser. And, unless the person you’re on a date with is oddly attracted to losers, you’re going to want to bring your “A” game. That means cleaning up a little more than usual, going out of your way to show some class and dressing to impress.
3.Take Your Time
Although stepping your game up is vital to dating, it’s still important to stay in your lane. Don’t try to be a star player when you function best as a utility man. Too much flashiness will have you on the bench before you know it. Save your over-the-top trick shots and fancy moves for the games at home.
4.Scoring Isn’t Everything
If you go into the game only wanting to score, you’re going to find yourself riding the bench. Remember, it doesn’t hurt to throw a couple assists every now and then. If not, you’ll be heading to the locker room early or shooting at the park… alone. Coming on too aggressively is never a good thing.
5.Get The Rebound
You missed. Not only that, you didn’t follow your shot like your coach has yelled at you since fifth grade. Now you have to hustle and go grab the ball or be forced wait for another. It’s time to post up in the paint and wait for a rebound. It never feels as good as hitting the initial shot, but grabbing a board might just be the second best thing.