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"The spectacular success of the NBA is based on its stars, their performances and personalities, which have excited fans game after game, championship after championship. Michael Grange has profiled 50 greatest and most electrifying players in the league's history in Basketball's Greatest Stars, which has been newly updated for the 2018-19 season. They're all here: the score-at-will centers, the quick-dishing guards, the take-it-to-the-hoop power...
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Briefly examines the history of the National Basketball Association, profiling both modern and historic players, the original teams that made up the league, and how the NBA has grown to what it is today. Includes critical thinking exercises, research tips, sources for further information, a glossary, and an index.
7) Superteams
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Explores the history of superteams in professional sports, most notably in the NBA. Describes what defines a superteam, describes how they are formed, historical superteams, and the benefits and drawbacks of them. Includes photographs, a glossary, and discussion questions.
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The author offers his musings on dozens of questions related to the sport of basketball. Reflects on important NBA championships, dunks, imaginary match-ups, famous players, and pickup basketball. Includes color illustrations, ranking lists, charts, and a trading card.
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Examines the off-field training, diet, and behind-the-scenes business of professional basketball players. Also discusses topics such as endorsements, contracts, injuries, and charity work. Includes color photographs, fast fact sections, a glossary, sources for further information, and an index.