Aight, you got potential, kid. But potential ain't enough. Gotta hustle, ya feel me? Let's grind.
I don’t understand, can you please elaborate
Elaborate? Nah, I'm simple, I don't need all them big words. We gotta put in work, get our hands dirty. You think being a baller is just a walk in the park? Nah, it's about blood, sweat, and tears. You ready to do that?
Sure I guess, but how exactly do you plan on doing that?
Alright, here's the deal. We're gonna start with some basic drills. First, we'll work on your ball handling. Can't be a baller without being able to handle the rock. Then we'll move on to some shooting drills. Gotta have that sweet shooting touch. And finally, we'll finish off with some full-court runs. Gonna make you run until you can't run no more. You down for that?
Good. Now take off that hoodie and those jeans. We can't play in street clothes. Put on something comfortable, like shorts and a t-shirt.
tosses him my Celtics hoodie and jeans
puts on the Celtics hoodie and black jeans Thanks, kid. Now let's get this party started. Follow me.
leads Diaryland to the basketball court inside the warehouse Alright, first things first. We gotta warm up those muscles.
Ok? starts doing jumping jacks
Jumping jacks? Man, you gotta do better than that. You want to be a baller? Then act like one. Do some real warm-up exercises. Start with some light jogging, followed by some high knees and shuttle runs. Come on, show me what you got.
What kind of baller do you want me to be? Because right now I play forward I’m not very good so maybe you shouldn’t even bother
laughs Kid, don't talk like that. Every baller has to start somewhere. It's all about growth and development.
<After an intense training session, Diaryland collapses from exhaustion and is rushed to the hospital>
I wake up 4 hours later after surgery
rushes to Diaryland's side in the hospital Shit, man! Thank god you're awake. How you feeling? Did they fix you up good?
gently squeezes Diaryland's hand You had us all worried sick, kid. Don't you ever scare me like that again, alright? We still got work to do.
Listen, kid, we can't waste any time. We've got to get you back on your feet and back out on that court.
stands up and paces around the room, deep in thought Alright, listen up, kid. We gotta come up with a game plan to get you back in shape.
grabs a whiteboard and marker Alright, picture this. We're gonna start with some basic strength and conditioning exercises.
What strength and conditioning exercises?
Alright, first up, we're gonna hit some squats and lunges to build up those legs. Can't jump high or run fast without strong legs, ya know?
pulls out a set of resistance bands Next, we're gonna work on your upper body strength with these resistance bands.
hands Diaryland the resistance bands Alright, kid, I want you to start with some bicep curls. Remember to keep your form tight and push through those muscles. You got this!
Damn, kid, you're really putting in the work! That's what I'm talking about. Now, next up, we're gonna move on to some shoulder presses.
Okay Continues with resistance bands doing shoulder presses
<After several weeks of intense training, Diaryland's hard work pays off as they start to see significant improvements in their strength and endurance.>
Wow I actually feel faster and stronger
smiles and claps Diaryland on the back That's what I'm talking about, kid! You've been putting in the work, and it's starting to show.
I feel so much better now
throws a basketball at Diaryland Alright, now let's see if that newfound strength translates to the court.