Basketball's Greatest Stars

Basketball's Greatest Stars
Author: Michael Grange
Publisher: Firefly Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-10-07
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780228104339

In Basketball's Greatest Stars, author Michael Grange takes you courtside for a look at the 50 best players in NBA history. From the early days of Bob Cousy to the Showtime era of Magic Johnson, from Michael Jordan's electrifying dunks to LeBron James' all-out dominance -- the legends are here! Relive the moments and revel in the triumphs of the NBA's superstars, including Kareem Abdul-Jabar, Larry Bird, Stephen Curry, Wilt Chamberlain, Shaquille O'Neal, Oscar Robertson, Kevin Durant, and many more. With a foreword by NBA great Wayne Embry, Basketball's Greatest Stars features insightful essays that highlight the leading figures and defining moments that have shaped the NBA, international basketball and statistical analysis. Profiles of the NBA's 30 franchises round out this incredible volume. Updated for 2023, this fifth edition contains a new crop of 15 young stars who are dominating today's game and could one day reach the heights of Basketball's Greatest, including: Zion Williamson Luka Doncic Ja Morant Jayson Tatum Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Donovan Mitchell. Jam-packed with unforgettable stories, mind-blowing stats and over 120 photos that capture the on-court excitement, Basketball's Greatest Stars is the ultimate book for every NBA fan.

Greatest Stars of the NBA.

Greatest Stars of the NBA.
Author: Phil Pepe
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Total Pages: 252
Release: 1970
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN:

A close look at the careers of fifteen members of the National Basketball Association.

The NBA's Greatest Players

The NBA's Greatest Players
Author: John Fawaz
Publisher: Whitman Publishing
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2012
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780794837648

From Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to Dwight Howard to Dwyane Wade, this book features the 75 greatest players in NBA history. Not much has changed since the NBA made its debut in 1946 the rim is the same height and great players still dominate and the NBA's virtuosos can be found in these pages. Some are obvious, such as Michael Jordan, whose exploits transcended the game and made him a global icon. Others are not so well known, such as Paul Arizin, one of the first jump shooters. Many were superstars during their time, and others were not fully appreciated until much later. The 75 players featured in this book are a diverse lot, incorporating many different styles and contributing to their teams in ways not always reflected in box scores. But all have left an imprint or are making an imprint on the sport. These are the NBA's royalty, a line that can be traced from George Mikan all the way to today's king, LeBron James. With a foreword by Willis Reed and an afterword by James Worthy, it is a must buy for any fan of the NBA.

Best NBA Guards of All Time

Best NBA Guards of All Time
Author: Will Graves
Publisher: ABDO
Total Pages: 66
Release: 2014-09-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1629684570

Some of basketball's biggest names happen to be the NBA's greatest guards: Earvin "Magic" Johnson, Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Dwayne Wade just to name a few! Basketball fans will love Spotlight stats and informative boxes for each player. Not to mention great full-color and historic action photographs. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

LeBron James vs. the NBA

LeBron James vs. the NBA
Author: Brendan Bowers
Publisher: Triumph Books
Total Pages: 235
Release: 2017-11-15
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1633199207

Showcasing one of professional basketball's best players, this book spotlights the life and career of hardcourt superstar LeBron James. More than just a biography, it relates James' story while also establishing his prominent place in NBA history. By examining his skills and statistics in a variety of categories and comparing him to other NBA legends—including Magic Johnson, Bill Russell, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Michael Jordan, and more—the guide makes a strong case for James as basketball's greatest. Along the way, his best and most memorable moments are revisited, from his days as a high school stand-out in Akron, to his first stint with the Cavaliers, to "The Decision" to join the Miami Heat, and the show-stopping performance in the 2016 Finals to bring an NBA title back to Cleveland. LeBron James vs. The NBA is certain to stir up lively debate and is a must-have for Cavs fans and basketball buffs alike.

Stars of the NBA

Stars of the NBA
Author: Kjartan Atli Kjartansson
Publisher: Abbeville Kids
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-10-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780789214973

Read all about today's greatest basketball players in this exciting book full of action-packed photos

NBA Legends

NBA Legends
Author: Dan Peel
Publisher:
Total Pages: 136
Release: 2021-03
Genre:
ISBN: 9781912918317

The word legend is thrown around all too easily these days, but there can be no doubt that the NBA players featured in this book are the very best to have ever graced a basketball court. They are true legends of the game. Spanning the decades and covering all the league's most iconic eras, this book uncovers the fascinating stories and incredible accomplishments of the greatest basketball players. From the game's first superstars, Wilt Chamberlain, Bill Russell, and Jerry West, to the modern-day greats of the late Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, and Kevin Garnett. There are also in-depth features on Lakers legends Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Shaquille O'Neal, as well as Celtics great Larry Bird, while it also explores 23 reasons why Michael Jordan is the greatest of all time. It's not just about great players, though. Without great coaches there would be no great players, legendary teams, or memorable matchups. That's why this book also runs down the 10 most successful and influential coaches from NBA history, looks back at the 10 greatest championship-winning teams, and relives 10 of the best ever games. It also includes a review of the 50 most iconic NBA players of all time.

Jimmy Butler

Jimmy Butler
Author: Douglas Lynne
Publisher: North Star Editions, Inc.
Total Pages: 24
Release: 2020-08-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 163494254X

The world’s greatest sports stars are known for dominating their opponents and making dynamic plays that amaze their fans. Get to know NBA star Jimmy Butler, highlighting the biggest moments of his career. Filled with exciting photos, compelling text, and informative sidebars, this book is sure to be a hit with young basketball fans.

The World's Greatest Basketball Players

The World's Greatest Basketball Players
Author: Matt Doeden
Publisher: Capstone Classroom
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2010-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1429648694

The achievements and career statistics of basketball's greatest stars. Whether you like offense or defense, the game's greatest stars can show you how it's done.