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How do NBA players relax before a big game?

Some people may think that professional players are impervious to stress, but that’s only because they’ve learned how to manage it. Big players have all sorts of rituals that help them get in the right headspace before a game. Some will have specific drills that they like to run while others are a little bit more, well, esoteric. Let’s take a look at some of the things NBA players like to do before games to get the nerves out.
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