Becoming a professional basketball player means that basketball is now your career. As such, it is essential that you conduct yourself in a highly professional manner, those who do not won’t have long careers. This is a short and rather self explanatory section but it is important nonetheless to stress the importance of behaving like a professional. A few things to remember include, showing up to the season in good shape, being respectful to all team personnel, adhering to your contract, and remaining engaged and coachable regardless of your role on the team. While it seems like common sense, these simple things can help separate you from other players and increase the longevity of your career.