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"Thirty-three chapters, each chapter a different basketball question that needs to be answered. Some of them are obviously crucial ... and some of them are secretly crucial. But all of them are approached in ways that ([the author] hope[s] you think) are smart and fun and nuanced"--Back cover.
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[2009]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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860L
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From career points and assists to winning streaks and NBA championships this book presents stories and statistics, current through the 2007-08 regular season, to describe great records of players and teams in the National Basketball Association.
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The premier reference for making Chicago Bulls fandom a lifestyle instead of just a sports preference, this collection of essential team knowledge and Bulls-related activities distills the past 50 years of NBA basketball into a fun checklist that will appeal to fans of any age. It’s one thing to have been to the United Center and rooted for Derrick Rose, to relish highlights of a young Michael Jordan, or even to know that all six championship...
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Every Indiana Hoosiers fan has a bucket list of activities to take part in at some point in their lives. But even the most die-hard fans haven't done everything there is to experience in and around Bloomington, Indiana. From visiting the campus to copying Keith Smart's jump shot to win the 1987 national championship, author Terry Hutchens and Bill Murphy provide ideas, recommendations, and insider tips for must-see places and can't-miss activities...
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A brand new, fast-paced, fully illustrated history of basketball through its flashpoints, innovations, and innovators.
This book answers the questions: What were the 50 most revolutionary personalities, rules, strategies, rivalries, controversies, organizational changes, radio and television advancements, and more in the history of basketball-college and the pros? And how, exactly, did they forever change the game? “Basketball's Game Changers”...
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"Young sports fans will discover basketball's most signature moves and celebrations in this action-packed book from Sports Illustrated Kids. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's skyhook. LeBron James' chalk toss. Steph Curry's pull-up three-pointer. These are some of basketball's most signature moves and celebrations! In this high-interest book, discover the history behind these iconic moves and many more-from the athletes who made them famous to their history within...
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820L
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Test your knowledge about the history of the hardcourt, from the days of peach baskets and set shots to the high-flying dunkers of today. The title features informative sidebars, a trivia quiz, a glossary, and further resources. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
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580L
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"Think pro basketball begins with the opening tipoff? Think again! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, go behind the scenes of a typical game day in professional basketball-from cleaning the hardcourt and mascot madness to locker room pep talks and postgame interviews. This fast-paced, fact-filled books will give basketball fans off all ages a totally fresh perspective on big-time basketball."--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
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820L
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"Going to a basketball game? Give Elena Delle Donne a few extra seconds to say a few words before her free throw. And watch out for toilet paper at John Brown University's first home game. But first, take time out to learn the ins and outs of good fun and good luck in basketball."--
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"On opening night, a green dragon flies down to the Orlando Magic's court on a zip line. At the Phoenix Suns' arena, a goofy gorilla leaps off a trampoline and slams a big-time dunk. On the Chicago Bulls' court, a fuzzy red bull shoots T-shirts into the crowd. Basketball fans love to laugh and cheer at the shenanigans of these and many other colorful mascots. Have a blast learning about the zaniest basketball mascots!" --
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"Boston Globe" columnist Dan Shaughnessy chronicles his son Sam's senior year of high school and makes comparisons to his own school career, focusing on the baseball season during which Sam, a power hitter, attracted the attention of Division 1 college programs.
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