A basketball player who feels as though they barely have to think, and know exactly what to do, and feel as though they are in a very positive state would be described as:

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The scenario described is a classic example of experiencing flow, which is characterized by a feeling of effortless focus and being in the zone. heightened levels of cognitive anxiety or being at the peak of the inverted U would suggest the athlete is experiencing some level of stress or negative arousal, whereas being in the optimal zone of difficulty may or may not apply to the scenario.

A Basketball Player Who Feels as Though They Barely Have