Sleep, carbohydrates, protein, and fluids should be the foundational recovery components of the basketball player during the competitive season as these areas currently have the most scientific evidence supporting their efficacy.

It is recommended that basketball players consume 5–7 g/kg/day of carbohydrate to replenish muscle glycogen stores and 1.2–2.0 g/kg/day of protein, consumed throughout the day (i.e., every 4–5 h), at 0.31 g/kg per occasion, to support muscle recovery. Players should consider fluid composition and the rate of ingesting fluids after training and competition, especially when there is < 24 h between practices/games.

Basketball players should aim for a minimum of 8 h of sleep per night and should be encouraged to get extra sleep during congested schedules (back-to-back games) and after periods of extensive travel, especially when traveling over multiple time zones.

Future research is warranted with recovery modalities such as hydrotherapy, compression garments, cryotherapy, and massage with basketball players. Teams should look to practically incorporate these recovery modalities with an individualized approach during the season to promote players’ recovery.