Introduction
multidirectional movements
Repetitive multidirectional movements such as sprinting and jumping are crucial performance factors and critical physical demands in basketball [Previous investigation reported the positive impact of CoD in stressing dynamic balance by challenging the ability to maintain or return the center of gravity over the base of support [On the other hand, a recent review suggested that horizontal plyometric training is practical as vertical plyometric training in improving performance in actions with a vertical direction, but it is superior in improving performance in horizontally oriented skills [To the best of author’s knowledge, the present investigation is the first to explore neuromuscular performance and balance adaptations following basketball-specific training programs based on drop jump and multidirectional repeated sprint versus multidirectional plyometric training in professional basketball male players. Therefore, the present study aimed to examine the effect of specific combined training programs based on drop jump and multidirectional repeated sprint versus multidirectional plyometric training in professional basketball male players. Considering previous literature [