Often times patience is necessary in the game of basketball. On offense it could be waiting for a pick and roll to develop. Defensively it may be holding your position in anticipation for the exact moment to jump into a passing lane. But sometimes what the game gives can be taken away in an instant.
For Shaun Livingston and Andre Iguodala patience and perseverance have been required traits woven into the success of their NBA careers.
After years of being tested they were rewarded with an NBA Championship last season as key reserves for the Golden State Warriors.