Brutally Honest Basketball Advice Every Hooper Needs to Hear

[@kristinpatel8230]

i dont want to play at the college level or anything but i do want to be the best i can at the high school level these videos help alot

[@TuckerRichardson]

That is the goal! It isn’t all about playing in college, it’s just about being the best you possibly can so I respect that.

[@xler3441]

In case you get the opportunity to play at a higher level tho, give it some thought. It's good to make big goals, so that you will get better and better at something by trying to achieve them. Remember to enjoy to journey tho. A man once said that it's not the destination, but the journey that molds you. Jesus loves you so much man

[@kristinpatel8230]

@@xler3441 amen

[@MxARIO156]

Shoot for the stars my man

[@johnsonyacinthe7950]

You can be the greatest my guy. Chase for the stars and if you don't reach them then you'll hit the moon

[@josue-cil]

I have been watching your videos for almost a year now and they have really helped me to push harder. I recently got cut from my high school team and shortly stopped working but watching your videos has helped me back to attaining that mindset to keep on working and striving for better, and to prove to myself that hard work will always prevail. Thanks for the words of motivation

[@TuckerRichardson]

Let’s go!! Getting cut, or having a bad game or bad season shouldn’t be the thing that stops your work! If you really love it and really want to go for it, staying on the grind will be valuable in the long run no matter what.

[@DMitch45686]

I’m one of those people who lack confidence and barely shoot even thought I know I could be one of the best on my team and after hearing you say “the main reason you lack confidence is because you haven’t proved to yourself that you can be successful” really have me motivation to trust in my shots

[@Cav2tuff864]

I have been watching you for around 8 months now my game has majorly increased on the court thank u so much!!

[@TuckerRichardson]

Let’s go!! Glad to hear that!

[@Basketballlover6364]

Thank you man. I am a 16 year old player in Canada who wants to play in the NBA, and i think the one thing holding me back is a lack of confidence in my ability. After watching this vid im not afraid to shoot anymore.

[@TuckerRichardson]

That is what I love to hear. Simply put, you can't be afraid to shoot to achieve your goals!

[@Hellamoody]

Also remember that the source of confidence _is_ the hard work you put in. When you get in the game, you have all the confidence you need because you know first-hand how hard you worked

[@xler3441]

​@@HellamoodyHi, I just wanted to tell you that Jesus loves you so much and He is waiting for you with open arms Please accept Him in your heart and life while He is near. Also, True Christianity is not just a religion, it's a Father - child relationship with God. And more

[@Hellamoody]

@@xler3441 I love Jesus, although he is not God. God is independent, free of need, does not die. Jesus also never claimed divinity anywhere in the Bible. The only logical conclusion was that he was a great and noble prophet of God. The Bible repeatedly implies the will of God and will of Jesus were 2 independent wills, therefore they are each separate entities. Much respect, and peace be upon you

[@josiahmitchell4424]

​​@@HellamoodyGod and Jesus are father and son, but also bound as 1

[@arispalmer8530]

this is the first video i have seen of you but i am in junior high and i want to play at the ncaa level and hopefully have a NIA and this video has made me realize that i have to get up at 5 am every day and not just my scheduled days. i will always keep this video in mind and get to my goals

[@TuckerRichardson]

That was my goal for making this video!!!

[@CoachFrikki]

Didn't know you played with JQ - great video as usual.

[@머쓱타드-w4t]

what up coachfreakky

[@TuckerRichardson]

Yessir was elite in high school…loved playing with him!

[@kb9000]

My first game is this Friday, and I can’t wait! I don’t have too much more time to train, but watching this has definitely put it in my mind that I can do something, maybe not much, but something to improve, like studying film, or just getting hyped and confidence from these videos. Thanks a lot, these videos definitely stoke the fire for the game for me!

[@TuckerRichardson]

A lot of it is mental, so I hope you go in with the right mentality! Good luck!

[@clutch186]

How did it go?

[@kb9000]

@@clutch186 Not great, I guess I was a little too confident that it was gon be easy, but my team and I didn’t play our best. I guess I could say it was cause one of the hoops was a little low, or they did better than I thought, but honestly I just threw the game. Score was 68 45, it wouldn’t have been that bad if we hadn’t subbed out at the end with 2minutes left down 12. Positives were I hit 13 points, tho with bad consistency, it I hit my first three pointer and was draining my mid range. I didn’t get any layups, we had the height, but they could body us, ig we weren’t used to playing that physically. We CAN definitely beat them, we should next time hopefully.

[@clutch186]

@@kb9000 tbh dont worry to much, you still scored 12 points and its only up from there as you get more comfortable

[@kb9000]

@@clutch186 I appreciate it, I’ve got a game this Friday to try to do better, reduce turnovers, and overall do better. I’m really excited for it, it’s a home game, so that may help, and I’ll have more people in my corner this game, so that may help.

[@Corpxz]

I am a middle schooler and I have a great passion for basketball. As of right now I do want to end up playing at NBA level! I have lots of peers at school who push me to train harder. I’m signing up for my schools basketball team next year since I sadly didn’t make the cut this year. Thank you for motivating me and challenging me to do better. I know feel more confident in my abilities and know if I want to make it I need to start now!

[@TuckerRichardson]

Great to hear that, keep working!

[@MarkMcCaa]

Preach brother and many blessings along your journey

[@TuckerRichardson]

Thank you!

[@Voltra318]

This is top tier advice as my dream is to go to the NBA, still a kid but i have big goals and aspirations! Thank you for this, you just earned yourself a sub and hope to see you on the hardwood!

[@TuckerRichardson]

You might as well have the biggest goals possible! Go for it!

[@harcourt4554]

Found this a week before a tryouts thanks bro. Wish me luck🫡🔥🔥

[@videoeditorab1030]

Good luck man.

[@monslezyy]

i appreciate this video for real im a junior and i had the worst football season and now hoop season is here and im doing just as bad when he comes to the confidence level but its weird because ive been playing my whole life thank you for real🤞🏾

[@Timmy-us5tx]

I’m in middle school and I’m a bit scared to go into high school saying that I’ve only played for 2 years and this is my second. This video has really helped me and inspired my to cut and workout and in the 1 week I’ve committed I’ve already lost 2 pounds and my shooting confidence is way better. Just gained a subscriber. Your amazing keep going dude

[@TuckerRichardson]

Glad to hear you are going for it! Thanks!

[@Matas-g8c]

aye man i watched this video probably about 30 times it most definitely has helped me improve im a 6'10 powerforward in the uk i just turned 16 and our team hasnt lost a single game my averages have gone up and can most definitely thank you for this

[@currymunch30]

Hey man, i’m in 14u here in australia and play in a junior domestic and not the highest grade, I’m D-1 out of A-1 to F and i dont drop much points, or dribble to much, and the highest i dropped was 6 points, and im not even the worst player on my team. thanks for this vid, this will help me to lock in and chase my pro dreams!! much love

[@TuckerRichardson]

Glad to hear it, always room for growth!

[@Larymowhiser]

Thanks bro I’ve been watching ur vids a lot it’s helped a lot

[@TuckerRichardson]

Glad to hear that! Keep working!

[@AVeryMidCelticsFan]

Loved this, I'm going through a rough slump in my freshman season and i wanted to make a change now so that i can get back into the starting lineup, get back to being able to play the offensive side of the ball and its the second semester now so im essentially on the second half of the season and i want to make a change in my basketball ability to improve and this video helps push me in the right direction. Thank you.

[@TuckerRichardson]

I got you, keep up the good work!

[@milos5535]

I've watched you a lot and your videos are very helpful for people who are not sure about their game and want to play at the highest level. I'm from Serbia and there aren't people everywhere who can see you play and so on, so it's much harder to succeed. here when you're from a small town but I hope for the best I'm putting in the effort and I'm putting in the effort we hope for the best.

[@milos5535]

AI'm fifteen years old and I think I'm very good, at least the ones we play against

[@milos5535]

everyone thinks I'm crazy for putting in this much effort and that it won't pay off, but I'm gonna prove them wrong on god.

[@TuckerRichardson]

Prove them wrong! Work as hard as you can, it is the only way to give yourself the best opportunity possible to make it. You might not, but you are giving yourself a chance and you can always be proud of that!

[@amadikane2761]

I’m a junior playing D3 basketball rn and the quality of my work ethic definitely contributed to each destination/chapter I’ve landed in so far. I think I worked harder in high school than I am in college rn but the difference in my work ethic is really in strategy and technique. I plan my workouts out by the week and watch film and get advice from my resources that know how I feel but know more about the game than I do. Also I think I’ve finally got over that mental block that I couldn’t get over in high school to apply myself on the court just playing the game and not overthinking. However, I feel like I don’t spend as much time in the gym as I have before because of this and when I am in the gym I maximize my time and work on different parts of my game (before and after practice) but usually that’s it for my day while we’re in season. I feel like mentally if I go over that I can feel myself burning out and I’ve gotten to that point before and almost quit as a whole like 3 times. I want to play overseas so I know it won’t get easier but is there any advice you can give moving forward?

[@Gublox_roblox]

I'm a spanish player that though for being from another country i won't reach my goal, i want to reach NBA level, but you made me see that doesn't matter, if you have a skill that is transferable, you can reach your goals ( with effort obviously ), i'm not the best shooter either, but from now on, i will practice my shooting everyday.

[@ttvsphere_joe_1837]

This motivates me even more cause I may not wanna be a nba player but wanting to go to da gym n work on my shot is sum I wanna do n work on my game like defending n passing. I think me being tall n I can defend off ball is my current skill my shooting n dribbling is mid cause I don't work on it enough. Changing my hand form for shooting n working on on ball defending r some things I can improve more.

[@LiviuIskas]

I watched all your videos and they helped me a lot. Btw Im a 15 y.o. in Italy that is trying to to play professional basketball,I want to workout everyday but I dont have a gym to do individual workouts so I have to go on an outdoor court at december with like 5/6 degrees.Thanks a lot for these videos please keep going

[@TuckerRichardson]

Keep grinding, not ideal but it’s still doable! Thanks for watching.

[@Zande_sch]

Howdy, my name is Zander and I want to go to the NBA I promise from today onwards I will try my hardest to achieve this goal. When I get some money I’ll probably join hacking hoops. Love your videos and hopefully you will see me soon on the big stage. Wish my high school career a good one. ❤

[@TuckerRichardson]

I love those big time goals!! Keep working!

[@jeffforrest5921]

Honestly your videos are great. I coach a U13 rep team and I get valuable information from your videos and I try to pass it along to my players. Super inspirational! If you're ever in Ontario Canada and want to be a guest at a youth team practice that would be amazing!! 😂😊

[@TuckerRichardson]

I will keep this in mind haha. I’m glad to help in any way!

[@bufftankington7349]

One little thing I would add about training: Make sure you are doing it at gamespeed, make it as hard as possible and games will feel easy to you. Work on your weaknesses but make sure you give a little love to your strengths aswell so they remain you strengths

[@TuckerRichardson]

Good points!

[@zisqr_8410]

Thanks tuck, this video is one of the best I’ve seen relating to basketball but is it possible to make a video on how to train yourself at home? Especially for the winter when I can’t go to outdoor courts

[@TuckerRichardson]

Thank you first of all! And yeah I need to make some sort of content about this because I’ve gotten a lot of questions about it…

[@Rico_7_]

Yeah I really need this video too, I want to practice and work on my game but I can’t go outside and practice because it’s just to cold

[@IDK-qk5ul]

You can go to outdoor courts in the winter

[@zisqr_8410]

@ not if you live in the northeast when it’s 16 degrees with 5 inches of snow 😭

[@josiahmitchell4424]

​@@IDK-qk5ul bro where u live? In Canada it's basically impossible wdym 😂

[@maggieesquivel9821]

Thanks this helps a lot especially with the unselfish part I’m in middle school

[@TuckerRichardson]

Glad to help, don't be afraid to be aggressive!

[@dynamitedame4743]

Here’s the real reason why most players suck. It’s because they’re trying to be a player they’re not. Like Westbrook tryna be Kyrie or Luka tryna be D rose. Most kids try to play like their favorite instead of who they move like and that’s why they suck or play generic

[@TuckerRichardson]

That is actually a fascinating take...I'm not sure what percent of players are facing this exact issue but it does make some sense haha

[@dynamitedame4743]

@ I say most players are, just look at the nba, high school and most training videos, you would think theirs a bunch of Kyrie’s but there’s not 😂 I think most players don’t have a clue who they move like so they just choose the most popular to study not knowing that Magic could get anywhere on the court just like Isiah Thomas even tho the styles were different. No one played the same in the 80s and 90s and that’s why it’s the best eras

[@josiahmitchell4424]

​@@dynamitedame474380s and 90s are absolutely not the best eras 😂 but ur take is pretty good.

[@RNTHoops-v8d]

What is the best era then?

[@piscesnocapkage96]

@@josiahmitchell4424 ill say for competitiveness and entertainment, now its just entertainment

[@kenbryanttiozon5592]

Thanks to your videos bro I learned a lot ❤

[@TuckerRichardson]

I got you!

[@DanielMagano-z9y]

This video changed my mindset straight away😲

[@TuckerRichardson]

That is what I wanted!

[@Shingo_Aoi]

I agree with a lot of you said, but I have an important observation about the concept of "hard work". I completely agree for example that if you want results, you have to make "sacrifices" like not going to a party. My point is that are some non-negotiables that are even more important, in particular sleep (science is pretty clear that the average person need at least 7-8 hours per night, and teenagers might need even more). And also I'd say a LITTLE bit of free time just to read something for example but that's more personal. But in general my idea is that you wanna do too much, you'll risk to burnout, so I think that, given that hard work is crucial, there's still a level where it's too much, especially if you surpass that level on a daily basis. One suggestion that I have is to plan your life as much as possible, in order to see the "big picture" of what you're doing and then see the areas where you can improve. Also crucial to eliminate futile distractions like social media or videogames - even 15 min per day are almost 2 hours per week! To be clear, I'm not sure that by doing this one might get better results at basketball or even the same level. Just sharing my perspective

[@TuckerRichardson]

I definitely agree with what you are saying! And for example, I grew up not playing video games (my parents didn’t really let me). Did it suck sometimes? Sure, but I look back on it and am so happy I spent that time doing other things. I guess the point I was trying to make is that ideally you could have balance in your life, but that isn’t the most realistic thing for people who really achieve great things. You just have to be obsessed. Again though, I really agree with a lot of this so I appreciate the comment!

[@Shingo_Aoi]

@TuckerRichardson my mom didn't give videogames too and now I'm grateful for that 😀 I don't know if "balance" is the right word for what I meant though, I would call it "not always being on the edge of burning out"... By the way, I think that future athletes have to get through this process in a harder way, just because they have to do school as well and 5/6 hours minimum a day are already occupied. While if one wants a great academic career, for example, he must work hard but at least he can focus on that only goal.

[@TuckerRichardson]

Yeah I agree, even a high school athlete today compared to when I was in high school has so many more distractions, so many more things in their life that could take them away from focusing on improvement. Also burn out is definitely real! I got somewhat close to this a few times but never really went through it like I know some athletes do. I think it was because I was working so hard on my own terms. A lot of times when a kid is being pushed by a parent or other outside source, that is when burnout can occur.

[@Miko-rw2je]

I'm one of those people who, after just 1 bad game, I could think about it and ruin my whole day. I could be performing well in 3 to 4 games, but after just 1 bad game, my mentality gets all messed up since I think I disappointed my teammates. Its been a real struggle for me to get my confidence back after 1 bad game.

[@otocyon2431]

maybe try to look at it like this: nobody always wins. losing is an essential part of winning. every bad game is an opportunity for you to figure out what you can and need to do better in order to improve. losing or rather not wanting to lose again after a loss should be an invaluable motivation for you to go back to your training and workouts (and maybe change some things), so that next time you're better prepared and hopefully will have less bad games in the future. having a bad game should never bring you down. cause you'll always have bad games, even if you're playing at the highest level. everybody does. bad games will always be there. so use them as free motivation instead. the goal is simply to have the least amount of bad games possible. you'll only disappoint your team mates if you're wasting valuable time after a loss with doubts and grieving instead of analyzing what went wrong and working on getting better.

[@1loovehoop1ng]

This video helped me a lot even if i'm in middle school i have a a lot to work on before my games come up and this video helped me to understand what to do thank u a lot

[@TuckerRichardson]

Glad to help!

[@BudOnTheLeaves]

I wish I saw this video back in high school

[@washere-x6l]

hello i was wondering if you can make a video about how to maintain your attitude in a basketball game. i had a game today where i got angry and i started to yell at my teammates and i didnt feel like playing. looking back right now in my room i knew that wasnt the right decision. thank you and good luck in your basketball journey

[@TuckerRichardson]

It sounds like you're learning from that experience. It's good to be able to self reflect and see where you could have done better, but could be a good video idea as well!

[@joeyperri832]

Stay in the zone by focusing on your breath and reminding yourself that whatever is making you angry doesn’t matter and it will pass. Focus on what you can control. The answers lie within

[@Rtueii]

Could you maybe make a video/ give some advice about recovery? Because whenever I'm working really hard, after a few days my body just needs some time of. And i would really like to reduce that time where i cant do much as much as possible and keep my body relatively healthy at the same time.

[@TuckerRichardson]

Taking a day off is completely normal. Listen to your body, then get back to it the next day. Then with recovery, sleep, what you eat, stretching, lifting, ice bath, etc. are all things that impact your recovery!

[@Rtueii]

@TuckerRichardson thank you

[@Jalaludeen.99]

Amazing video man, definitely advice I’ll carry on my own journey

[@alamuabdullahi4094]

Thanks man, your video helped me... Im a 21 year old student in Nigeria (unilag) I play for my department during trainings my handles, lay ups and rebounds are awesome but once I'm in the game all i do is stand once I get the ball i just quickly give a pass either its successful or not. My defense is good just once I'm on the attack I dont know what to do or know the best decision to make... Mind you I'm 6'3 ft

[@VERSION2101]

TXS FOR THE VIDS!Its really useful and I d apprechiate it if you could make a video about finishing and improving your footwork around the rim and how to use your iq to make the smart plays.

[@craigs.t.3321]

You’re a young kid so i can see why you hear “unselfish” in a negative connotation. Unselfish doesn’t = passive. It’s a mindset of team over individual. It’s about making the correct basketball play whatever that may be. That’s what makes guys like Jokic special because he understands that concept.

[@danrandlehandle]

I’m 21, 6’8 and playing for the first time in years. I’m not aiming for anything major but I do want to give it a good go

[@RusselZitsky]

Great vid! ❤

[@TuckerRichardson]

Appreciate it!

[@toastycreeper7256]

I really needed this bro just brutally honest

[@TuckerRichardson]

Glad to help!

[@nickmac514]

Love the vid tuck!! Come back to isb as well 😂😂

[@TuckerRichardson]

Haha thanks my guy. You guys gotta get to a game!

[@nickmac514]

@ 26 I’m there 🫡🫡🫡

[@nickpineyro5643]

Nothing but facts best video on the internet right now

[@GTSports651]

I play basketball but i'm mainly a baseball player. needless to say, this woke me up. appreciate it

[@bball3048mm]

Had no idea you played with the Jelly Fam. That's some high caliber players right there.

[@mgcubing7744]

I just came across this video, which I needed to hear. I am only in the back end of my 8th-grade year but I really have a passion for basketball and want to really reach that next level and I even have dreams of playing in a professional league at some point in time. But i don't know where to workout i dont have a goal at home and there is no one in my family that can take me to the rec. This video has really lit a spark in me and I already am working at least 2 hrs a day but after this that feels like nothing. If anyone has ideas please let me know. Im am just really scared i will never progress and stay at this level.

[@mgcubing7744]

I also feel that I am not surrounded by people who want to be great and I don't have a Kacy per se and i want to say thank you this really helped me realise the "Mode" i need to get into to compete at the next level. Thank you.

[@mohamedsankhon2078]

Thank you bro us young hoopers needed to hear this ❤️🤞🏾

[@TuckerRichardson]

Yessir that is the goal!

[@lewisjks]

Great video man any tips for high school players in Europe and how to deal with less access to facilities outside of school (is it worth practicing on a double rim for example)?

[@TuckerRichardson]

Yes, any rim you can find is going to be worth it! Definitely better than not putting in any work.

[@Seli6358]

Great channel bro

[@TuckerRichardson]

Thank you!

[@GGiraffeKING]

This really helps me alot man thank you so much

[@TuckerRichardson]

I got you!

[@haydenbush702]

Motervator at 1020 got my crying😂

[@MrPeabody-f6g]

I needed this motivator preciate it

[@TuckerRichardson]

Glad to help!

[@GodMadeJustin.]

this video really sparked something in me and now im plannin on going harder this yr so i can eventually make it to the higher levels , amazing video and you really helped me realize i was slacking even tho i wanted to play at a high level, also is there any basketball players i should watch in particular ?(im a 6'1 guard but dont know who to really watch and i can tell i watch the wrong people like lamelo because he just throws up shots but that effects my game in a bad way) ,but you the goat man fr

[@GageSerna]

Man this video helps me a lot I’m a freshmen in high school and want to be a more successful at driving and need condefence any tips ?

[@TuckerRichardson]

Attack to score. Then if you get cut off, make a pass. Also with driving, I think for young players stopping on 2 feet can be beneficial to help decision making.

[@GageSerna]

@ thank you so much

[@jddiesel2385]

Shout out to Kerry from Team Grit!! NJ is without question the biggest hub for young ballers male and female

[@jhian4244]

Another W video from you. Thank you so much for this!

[@TuckerRichardson]

I got you!

[@judithdomedji2109]

This helped alot thank u

[@fidelss]

As a middle school basketball player who played on my B team last I have found your videos very informational. These videos help me implement these tips to my game because I know that I need much more improvement and these really help, thank you. I love this game and I sometimes am not able to go workout some days because my family gets busy and they can't take me. This makes me mad because I know what it takes to make it to college or even the pros and I can't work nearly as hard as I want to. Do you have any advice for this situation?

[@TuckerRichardson]

I understand the frustration. Especially when you can drive yourself to workouts or practices you have to rely on others to do that for you. But you can still find ways to get better just at home if you can’t get to a gym. And also, trying to find friends or other players who could potentially give you rides, anything to make it to workouts. Keep grinding!

[@carlk145]

Thanks for the wake up call much love, any advice for skinny hoopers tryna put on weight?

[@TuckerRichardson]

Eat a lot and get in the gym? haha no but in all honesty, skinny hoopers can get by. You just have to learn how to use your body and physicality even without more weight. But, you need to be lifting no matter what to gain strength.

[@boba_please]

I just got cut from my high school team as a freshman and I want to get better so bad, your advice is extremely helpful and I will continue to work hard for next years tryouts. Do you have any advice for practicing? I unfortunately don't have a trainer but I do play for a rec team in the mean while.

[@TuckerRichardson]

Get as much quality work you can in. Focus on ball handling, shooting and finishing. Try and play against better players than you as much as possible.

[@Goofyahh0988]

this was pretty helpful i needed this

[@TuckerRichardson]

Good to hear!

[@NoahLodge-r5s]

Thank you im a 6th grade basketball player whos dream is to go pro i have to start trying out after my last season which i have 9 games and a tournament left until im no longer a youth basketball player this has given me more confidence

[@TuckerRichardson]

Good stuff, keep going!

[@Tito110-t9u]

Great video it helped a lot

[@TuckerRichardson]

Let’s go!

[@JasparLoel-s6i]

hey tucker, i think the tuffest thing for me is in the summer is finding a gym to workout in cuz where im from i cant play outside

[@TuckerRichardson]

Hmmm yeah that’s tough. Know any friends who have hoops at there house?

[@JasparLoel-s6i]

@@TuckerRichardson i have a hoop, but it gets to like 120 in the summer so i might need to start waking up at like 330 or 4

[@joshuaedano3455]

30years old, still practicing basketball drills and working out.. i just want to be ready always everyday 24/7

[@TuckerRichardson]

Why not?!

[@anja6672]

Is ball handling a important skill. Bcuz im really god dribller, ok shooter, good defender bcuz of my quick hands, im quick and i can finnish well

[@Smity1314]

I used to be really good at basketball and then I quit because I wasn’t enjoying it but now I am getting back into it, recently I’ve gotten into a really bad shooting slump and it’s not like I can’t hit in game I am missing form shots next to the hoop constantly, Should I keep practicing or is there more to it?

[@TuckerRichardson]

If you have goals and a passion for the game, then of course I think you should continue practicing. A slump can't be the thing that holds you back if your truly love the game.

[@Oskirosky]

Hey! I absolutely loved this video, im 15, and I really like basketball, but my economic situation doesnt give me either time or the money to go to a gym, I go to practices on mondays and wednesdays for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, I also play on the lunch brakes (30 min) and sometimes I go with friends and play for 2/3 hours, I know I should put more effort, specially in my physical work but I dont want to excite myself thinking if I can go pro or even live with basketball as my job, any reccomendations for routines, motivation or about my situation? Appreciate it ❤.

[@Oskirosky]

And I wont get any offers, my team is pretty mid, they dont put enough effort (I dont think I do it either but I still do more) and I am no special athlete, (185cm/6ft) and mid physical abilities.

[@TuckerRichardson]

In my opinion, why not work as hard as you can and see where it can take you. Even if you don't get offers or don't go pro, you are still building up the skills for life at learning what it takes to really commit and work for something. I think that is valuable!

[@gwnnoah0550]

2:16 yoo thats donar, my home city team crazyy

[@TuckerRichardson]

We beat them recently haha

[@sonikgajduk97]

Great thoughts

[@gta5cheats438]

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[@TuckerRichardson]

Hope it went well!

[@freddiebensonstan7037]

Basketball players literally have THE WORST work ethic😂. I used to think I was working hard by getting shots up before school, lifting and conditioning HARD 3 times a week, working out with my trainer all the time. It wasn’t until I started running track when I saw there really levels to this “hard work” stuff😂. For people who are decent at any race from 400m and up, you have to fight for your life at every workout. Imagine “hell week” for basketball, except it’s even worse and that’s what you do most days of the week. Basketball workouts are so physically easy and players would still rather play 2k at the crib 😂.

[@TuckerRichardson]

Hmmmm I see what you are saying although I still think you have to work incredibly hard at any sport if you want to be successful and make it to a higher level.

[@josiahmitchell4424]

Professional sport is the most competitive field itw bro. There is absolutely no sport where u can not work extremely hard and succeed

[@PointGod_Basketball]

im 13 in 7th grade. got cut at tryouts for a highly respected adidas gauntlet team. been working 3 hrs a day ever since

[@TuckerRichardson]

Love that, sounds like you found some motivation. Just make sure if you are doing 3 hours a day, you are putting in quality work.

[@linushesjedal3107]

I keep trying to improve, I train upwards of 3 hours for basketball everyday, but my jumpshot is holding me back.I keep changing bits and even if I find a form I like, I can't replicate it/do it over and over. I'm really trying but I don't know what to do.

[@TuckerRichardson]

I think if you are struggling with being consistent, one thing you can try is filming your shot during a workout. Then you will get a better idea of what changes on each shot.

[@linushesjedal3107]

@TuckerRichardson thanks I'll try that

[@david.amuiki]

@linushesjedal3107results of filming ?

[@jasonh00ps]

i was so shocked to see a clip of you playing at the map

[@TuckerRichardson]

Haha yeah back in the day!

[@POGUELIFE13]

Thanks dude this video is really helpful i am a 13 year old 8th grader but i am 5,8 and 107lb so i am really tall for my age. Anyways i really want to play point guard so this video is really helping me build my confidence to dribble and shoot more bc i really want to make it to the WNBA and take care of my parents Thank you so much dude❤

[@dcisdumb]

is shooting at midrange also considerd a skill?

[@dadballers]

Thank you - good stuff

[@TuckerRichardson]

Thank you for watching!

[@cruelsun9243]

Hey, thank you for this video. My 14 year old doesn't want to hear or see this....I basically tell him the same thing....now maybe he can hear and see someone else say it. Thanks!!

[@stan-oo9kf]

Thanks man i'm 16 years old want to play on as high on a level as i can but i'm from poland-basketball is not so popular here (maybe it's a good thing, less competition). I don't want to go all in tho because i don't want to risk lacking education, want to play it safe

[@TuckerRichardson]

Yeah I kind of get this. Try and find a way to do both!

[@Btd-Marc]

3:23 what if your transferable skill IS passing. I mean I know I’m not that good at shooting, but I always try to get open for a shot and sometimes I prove to the other team that I can shoot. I just have a thing for basketball IQ. I have great chemistry with drivers and shooters, that I always find them open or even make them open.

[@TuckerRichardson]

Hey if you are aggressive with your passing (that might not sound like it makes sense) that is still very valuable! Meaning you are able to beat your defender and create easy looks for others or you can make high level passes other kids can't. For sure coaches look for this!

[@phongo2950]

Thank you

[@TuckerRichardson]

You're welcome!

[@Kaijackson1]

Bro you played with JQ can you do a breakdown on him or explain how it was like playing with him in a video

[@TuckerRichardson]

Yeah I've thought about doing that haha

[@therandomperson9627]

Do you have any advice on what film we can use to send to college basketball coaches. Right now, I live outside the US and the only real tournaments we have is just a one local basketball tournament and another slightly bigger. Are these the types of footage fine or could we include some pick up. Adding on to the last part, what clips should we select in a highlight reel. Should it just be the skills which we succeed at or a little bit of everything.

[@TuckerRichardson]

A lot of really good questions. Any footage you have of you playing could theoretically be used in a highlight video. The highlight video is just to get a coach interested, so include yourself making high level plays on offense and defense.

[@Mavnels10]

Nice video. My man Nikola Jokic!

[@CalebWachsmann]

I really liked the middle section about selfishness vs showing yourself but in the league I'm in we mostly play zone defenses so how should I balance passing and be aggressive towards the bucket in a zone. (We mostly play against 2 3 zone)

[@TuckerRichardson]

Ugh first of all I hate that they play zone 😂 but through cutting and even driving, splitting gaps, shooting 3s, getting offensive rebounds, etc. there are a lot of ways you can still be aggressive.

[@panyikbeni24]

Okay... I really want to put in the worm before school, however, I need to wake up at 6am to get to school in time. To put work in I'd probabbly have to wake up at 4-5am, but the Id only sleep 5-6hours a day.

[@TuckerRichardson]

Hey if you can't get in before school, that is okay! Not everyone can, and sleep is really important. Just find more time later in the day if possible.

[@strawbs9555]

Really loved this video but i have a question. You see around a year ago. I had was in that mode just like Tyler. Wake up at 6 every day to shoot, then school, then gym, then chill and then i would workout again in the evening. Looking back at it, even though i missed parties, and time with friends, that was one of the happiest times i have ever had, because i was chasing my dream, and keeping the promises i made for myself.. But for some reason i stopped, and now doing a single workout feels hard. For some reason ,even though i love basketball i dont feel like i have the passion. But i think a reason has do with the fact that i have been overthinking alot about going to the next level, and what if i dont make it etc. Which kinda made me go from working out because i want to get better and because i love it, to working out because otherwise im going to overthink and etc. So honestly how do i get it back, because that geniune feeling of seeing improvment when you put in the time, after all the "sacrifices" i made (i always came home late so almost never ate dinner with my family) is such a good feeling. I just want to get back into that "mode"

[@TuckerRichardson]

It is about discipline. Find ways to re-build the habit of working everyday, because in the long run you will see the results.

[@yianniseconomides4483]

Hi Tucker. I have the option to stay in the team I'm currently am with my friends or take the risk and go to a better team closer to my house . What do you think I should do

[@TuckerRichardson]

Depends how old you are. If you're in high school, I do think moving to the better team will give you a better chance at improvement and playing at the next level!

[@metrooka732]

I would love to work more but i can’t find any open gyms and that annoys me so much cuz when there is no open gyms I’ll just go play outside but I live in Canada and there is a lot of snow. Idk what to do

[@brandonedmundsAO1]

How do you balance working hard/pushing yourself with not getting injured? I’ve always been a very injury prone player and I want to work harder but I feel like when I do too much I just get injured again. And then coming back from injury how do I balance getting back into it without reinjuring myself?

[@TuckerRichardson]

I'm not a doctor and not an expert on this stuff. I think it depends on the types on injuries you have, and if you are doing the same movements every workout. But I honestly don't even want to try and give advice. Obviously there is a lot you can do with prehab or injury prevention.

[@brandonedmundsAO1]

@@TuckerRichardsonAlright Thanks Man! Love Your Stuff! Jesus Loves You!

[@JaydynParker-u7m]

I started in high school and I have a confidence issue. I'm always being told to go up strong and stop looking to pass, but I keep doing it. Any tips?

[@TuckerRichardson]

Shoot the ball!

[@tragichorizon]

What if you dont have any time to do shooting workouts what else should i do? I only do form shootings at home

[@tragichorizon]

Please help me🙏

[@TuckerRichardson]

You never have time to get to a hoop at all?

[@tragichorizon]

@@TuckerRichardson nah Im busy at home and school all i got is my club team and school team for practices i got no individual time

[@Arepa_Hoopz]

Hey Tucker i work hard but i feel as if i dont work hard enough to reach my max potential. If allowed to i would get up as early as 5am just to get shooting or dribbling workouts in. My slight problem is when i shoot outside before school i always get scared that i am annoying my neighbours that are sleeping and my mum hates it when i play in early mornings as she wakes up super easily. So i stopped doing it I know this is a lame excuse but i feel as if this small factor may having me fall behind, compared to other player around the globe. I have recently started going to the gym, solely to gain strength for shooting and muscle in order to absorb contact. Im also not athletically gifted, onky 5 8 at 15 and have a really low vertical. My strength is that i am quick and can change directions well, with good handles. I know this is not enough and if i want to make college or to the professional level, this will not be enough. Sorry for the yap sess, thanks Tuck.

[@TuckerRichardson]

You are good, just find ways to get work in when you can. If that is the best you can do, then you can make it work!

[@Xsebi2204]

my biggest problem is i life in germany and we dont have any indoor courts here that you can have easy acees to so in winter its really hard

[@TuckerRichardson]

Yeah, I have heard this a lot...

[@maketheworldabetterplace5624]

Incredible video. Learning a lot about life. I unfortunately quit at the highschool level but gonna be a life long basketball enthusiast. Question, what do you think differentiates you from an NBA player? Dont mean to disrespect you one so bit because you made it just been wondering this causs i feel like a lot of European players are right there.

[@TuckerRichardson]

Thank you, and that is a great question! Well, I worked out with the Warriors this past summer and competed against guys in the NBA, EuroLeague and other top European leagues. I would say I'm really not that far off from that level. I truly believe I can get there one day. The biggest difference is the athleticism and the speed of the game. I definitely felt sped up when I was playing with those guys this summer because of the tempo and athleticism. Skill wise, I would need to become even more consistent and dangerous with my shot. IQ wise, I really think I am right there. I hope this helps!

[@maketheworldabetterplace5624]

@@TuckerRichardson awesome stuff, happy holidays dude! Thanks!!

[@chrishit954]

I think my problem is that I keep on thinking that other players are better than me and I second guess myself when ever I’m on the court