ROLE OF SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY IN ENHANCING TEAM COHESION IN PROFESSIONAL BASKETBALL
Abstract
This research analyzes how professional basketball teams work with sports psychology to improve team unity. This study examines which mental strategies benefit people both as individuals and as teams in basketball. Through sports psychology players solve emotional and mental pressure while gaining stronger minds that stay focused and confident under any stress. Through methods like goal setting, relaxation practice, and team communication training this research shows how to help players establish better trust and teamwork while solving conflicts among them. The article promotes sports psychology practice because it builds strong teams that lead to excellent results and stable achievements in professional basketball. Sports psychology helps professional basketball teams build stronger bonds by working to improve players' emotional and mental skills in how they perform and work together. Professional basketball creates severe stress for players who struggle to perform well under that pressure and it lowers team performance across the board. Sports psychologists teach players effective methods to handle difficult moments so they build stronger relationships with teammates. Good teamwork creates better court results and lets players deal with challenges while working toward team goals while creating strong connections with teammates. Sports psychology methods increase team results while developing an atmosphere where everyone works together productively.