Basketball

Tony Parker: Beyond All of My Dreams offers a deep dive into the life of a San Antonio legend. Tony Parker's number 9, hanging high in the rafters, is a symbol of teamwork, longevity, and tenacious talent. For the first time in the English language, the beloved Spurs point guard opens up about his life and career in the NBA,...

The Ultimate Basketball Trivia Book tests and expands your knowledge on the sport of basketball—from the NBA to NCAA and more! In this collection of 600 questions, seasoned basketball writer Sam Amico tests your level of expertise on all things basketball. Some of the many questions that Amico poses include: Who was the inventor of the game of basketball (called...

Celebrating the 2020 NBA Champion Los Angeles Lakers! The Los Angeles Lakers reclaimed the throne in 2020, triumphing over the Miami Heat in an NBA season like no other. Legacy: The Los Angeles Lakers' Unforgettable Run to the 2020 NBA Title takes fans through the unpredictable and remarkable 2019-2020 season which put them rightfully back on top. Led by LeBron...

The book was written for all the daddies and mommies out there who have a little girl or little boy and don't know what to do when your child is inspired and encouraged to play sports. Does your little girl or boy want to be prepared to be the very best in the sport of their choice? Daddy's Little Girl...

An inspiring memoir about a young black man defying the odds by becoming one of the first black kids to attend an all-white school before integration, win a basketball state championship, and continue to thrive throughout his career. This is just one example of the many obstacles Al "Hondo" Handy had to overcome to become the influential and determined man...

Part reference, part trivia, part brain teaser, and absolutely the most unusual and thorough compendium of basketball stats and facts ever assembled! Did you know that Wilt Chamberlain and Wes Unseld are the only two players in basketball history to win both the Rookie of the Year and Most Valuable Player awards in the same season? Or that Mark Jackson...

Jeff Van Gundy. Brad Stevens. Frank Vogel. Mike Budenholzer. Tom Thibodeau. Sam Presti. Leon Rose. Before you knew his name, before he drafted your favourite player, before he guided your team to a championship, he had a playing career of his own at an NCAA Division III college. He didn't play for fortune — the NBA was out of reach,...

History has been made in unforgettable fashion as the Denver Nuggets and superstar Nikola Jokic triumphed over the upstart Miami Heat in the 2023 NBA Finals, bringing the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy home to Denver for the first time. Head coach Michael Malone finally had a healthy roster with the return of homegrown star Jamal Murray, and the Nuggets dominated...

At its core, the goal of any basketball team is relatively simple: take and make good shots while preventing the opponent from doing the same. But what is a "good" shot? Are all good shots created equally? And how might one identify players who are more or less likely to make and prevent those shots in the first place? The...

What turns a winning team into a dynasty? For many, legitimate dynasties are teams that not only won two or more titles but combine personality, superstar talent, and consistent winning seasons. But one thing is sure, they're teams that you either love or love to hate. Dynasties is the first book to call out and explore the 10 greatest teams...

"From front offices to college campuses, Jake Fischer takes you on an engrossing tour of the NBA in its latest golden age, when some of the most captivating teams won by losing." - Lee Jenkins, former Sports Illustrated NBA writer An insider account of modern NBA team-building, based on hundreds of exclusive interviews A single transcendent talent can change the...

From the introduction of the game of basketball to Black communities on a wide scale in 1904 to the racial integration of the NBA in 1950, dozens of African American teams were founded and flourished. This period, known as the Black Fives Era (teams at the time were often called "fives"), was a time of pioneering players and managers. They...

Master this one-of-a-kind, miniature basketball game! Kit includes:* Easy-to-assemble basketball hoop with backboard and suction cup base that attaches to a desk or tabletop surface. Measures approximately 5" high when assembled.* Mini rubber basketball* 32-page rule book on Desktop Basketball

The story of the basketball sneaker, from the birth of the very first iconic shoe, the Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star, to the white-hot best-selling cultural-phenomenon Nike Air Jordan sneaker line. SLAM Kicks showcases the hottest basketball kicks over time, throwbacks and new shoes alike, covering each legendary sneaker and its design, the technical advancements found in the shoe, the athletes...

Equal parts photo-rich lookbook, and cultural commentary, Fly: The Big Book of Basketball Fashion is the story of the extraordinary intersection of high fashion and basketball, from the league's inception to today, and celebrates the iconic style of NBA athletes. Each chapter explores the style of an era and the cultural influences that shaped it: The league's inception in 1949,...

Follow the historic rise of basketball superstar Caitlin Clark Caitlin Clark has written her name all over the NCAA record books, captivated fans with her trademark long-range shots, and put women's basketball on the map in unprecedented ways. The best part? She's just getting started. With in-depth writing from The Athletic and dozens of vivid photos, Caitlin Clark: Raising the...

The easy way to get the ins, outs, and intrigue on this beloved sport The National Basketball Association (NBA), with 30 teams and an average attendance of more than 17,000 spectators per game, is the richest and most popular basketball league—and arguably the most viewed American sport—in the world. This new edition of Basketball For Dummies not only covers the...

From the playgrounds to the NBA, New York has invented a way of playing basketball, and City/Game is not only about the three renowned NBA teams—the Knicks, the Nets, and the Liberty—and their predecessors, but also the many high-school and college basketball teams with legendary rivalries. Through art and testimonials from the fans, coaches, and players, we learn about Lew...

A capturing of basketball legend Wilt Chamberlain's personality and thoughts—known by relatively few people other than family and close friends—is made available to all in this intimate biography. The author, a native of Philadelphia and an alumnus of Chamberlain's alma mater, spent four years researching and interviewing the most important people in Wilt's life to produce these results.

Celebrate the championship glory, Hall of Fame personalities, and passionate fans that make the Boston Celtics one of the most revered teams in basketball. Sports Illustrated celebrates basketball greatness with The Boston Celtics at 75, an extraordinary collection of classic stories and photographs from the pages of SI. This commemorative book salutes hall of famers like Bill Russell, Larry Bird,...

A candid and insightful memoir from one of the NBA's most unlikely stars. Growing up, Muggsy Bogues was always told he should do something else, anything besides basketball. He never acknowledged his many doubters except to prove them spectacularly wrong. Twenty years after receiving his first basketball as a toddler, he stood proud—at five-foot-three—as the starting point guard for the...

From the New York Times bestselling author of RETURN OF THE KING comes the story of LeBron James's incredible transformation from basketball star to sports and business mogul. With eight straight trips to the NBA Finals, LeBron James has proven himself one of the greatest basketball players of all time. And like Magic Johnson and Michael Jordan before him, LeBron...

This is the definitive account of how Victor Wembanyama became the best basketball prospect of his generation, told through immersive interviews with the star, stunning visuals, and behind-the-scenes stories from those who knew him best. June 22, 2023. Wemby's face stretches high on the billboards of Times Square, New York. It's a big day. The day when he becomes the...

The definitive biography of the basketball legend Earvin 'Magic' Johnson, from the author of Michael Jordan: the Life. Magic Johnson is one of the most beloved, and also controversial, athletes in history. He lifted the dowdy sport of American pro basketball into the global spotlight, a transformation driven by his ability to eviscerate opponents with a grand sense of fun....

A captivating account of the NBA's strangest season ever, from shutdown to championship, from a prominent national basketball writer living inside the bubble. When NBA player Rudy Gobert tested positive for COVID-19 in March 2020, the league shut down immediately, bringing a shocking, sudden pause to the season. As the pandemic raged, it looked like it might be the first...

Who is the greatest dunker of all time? Which version of the Michael Jordan was the best Michael Jordan? What is allowed and absolutely not allowed in a game of pickup basketball? Basketball (and Other Things) presents readers with a whole new set of pivotal and ridiculous fan disputes from basketball history, providing arguments and answers, explained with the wit...

Blending personal narrative with practical guidance, Cornfields to Gold Medals delivers well-travelled leadership principles for on and off the court. Coach Don Showalter's rise to international recognition as a coach can be traced to his time at the helm of USA Basketball's Junior National Team, where he went 62-0 and brought home 10 gold medals. Yet, for all his international...

Take home a mini version of the classic basketball arcade game, Pop-A-Shot! Specifications: Includes an easy-to-assemble mini Pop-A-Shot machine (4 inches tall) and 3 mini basketballs. Illustrated mini book included: 40-page mini book on Pop-A-Shot game history and rules. Portable: Mini size is perfect for a desktop or taking on the go. Perfect gift: An ideal collectible for fans of...

From the author of PEN/Faulkner finalist Disappear Doppelganger Disappear and Craft in the Real World comes a "a smart, very meta take" (Kirkus Reviews) on the ways Asian Americans navigate the thorny worlds of sports and entertainment when everything is stacked against them. An Asian American basketball star walks into a gym. No one recognises him, but everyone stares anyway....

"You are Black; you are female," Leslie Jones' father once said. "But if you work harder and you're better than everybody else, they can't f*cking deny you." Leslie Jones is a warrior. Raised by a tough dad and a loving but often sick mum, her father's military career meant she bounced around as a kid—fighting off bullies because she was...

"You are Black; you are female," Leslie Jones' father once said. "But if you work harder and you're better than everybody else, they can't f*cking deny you." Leslie Jones is a warrior. Raised by a tough dad and a loving but often sick mum, her father's military career meant she bounced around as a kid—fighting off bullies because she was...

A Type of Life is the memoir of writer and author Boti Nagy, the eighth child in a migrant family fleeing post-World War II Europe for a better life in Australia. Growing up in the shadow of his basketball star siblings, award-winning family members, and prominent parents, Nagy faced his burgeoning sporting career's premature end due to injury. This event...

The Rise is a fascinating look at Kobe Bryant's early life and how he became regarded as one of basketball's greatest ever players. Kobe Bryant is a legend. Kobe Bryant's death in January 2020 did more than rattle the worlds of sports and celebrity. It took the tragedy of that helicopter crash to reveal the full breadth and depth of...

Shortlisted for the 2017 Cross Sports Book Awards Best Biography of the Year Showboat by Roland Lazenby intricately explores the life and career of one of basketball's most complex and fascinating figures, Kobe Bryant. Lazenby delves deep into the mind of Bryant, an athlete who captivated millions with his extraordinary skill, relentless drive, and enigmatic personality. From his early days,...

Giannis Antetokounmpo's rise to stardom in the NBA is nothing short of extraordinary. In Giannis by Mirin Fader, readers are taken on an inspiring journey that delves deep into the story of how a young, skinny boy from Greece transformed into an MVP and global icon. This meticulously researched biography uncovers the untold aspects of Giannis's life, from his early...

There's Always This Year by Hanif Abdurraqib is a poignant, personal reflection on basketball, talent, and the meaning of success. It was featured as a Barack Obama 'Summer Reading Pick'. Growing up in Columbus, Ohio, in the 1990s, Hanif Abdurraqib witnessed a golden era of basketball, one in which legends like LeBron James were forged and countless others weren't. His...