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41) Game changers
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"A new coach's flagrant racism, a teammate's endless sabotage, and local media interest make it difficult for Andi Carillo and Jeff Michaels to keep both of their basketball teams on track"--OCLC.
43) Taking control
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When his friend Patrice moves back to the neighborhood, Akil realizes he is attracted to her, but he must decide for himself when his pal Tre, whom he has always followed, is also interested and another girl gets jealous.
48) James Harden
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Pictorialized profile of the life and basketball career of NBA player James Harden, showcasing his early life, how he came to be drafted in 2009, his greatest accomplishments in the sport, and details of his personal life as a celebrity. Each chapter is supplemented with sidebars, charts, QR codes that link to videos, review questions, and ideas for research projects. Concludes with an index, glossary, and resources for further exploration.
49) Shot clock slam
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"Perry the Playmaker has always been the Tigers' go-to guy--until super-tall and ultra-talented Jason joins the team. Feeding the ball to Jason in the post is a guaranteed two points, but Perry refuses to play nice. Instead, he hogs the ball and takes bad shots, ruining the team's rhythm. Will Perry's selfishness spoil the Tigers' run at the state championship, or will the two talented teens team up to slam dunk the competition?"--Unedited summary...
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Read about the incredible playoff games that basketball fans will never forget. Clutch performances and shocking finishes have helped make the NBAplayoffs one of the most thrilling spectacles in sports. The biggest moments, from buzzer-beaters to last-second defensive plays, are all here in vivid detail.
51) Anthony Davis
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Presents photos and information about basketball star Anthony Davis. Discusses his high school and college careers as well as his current role in the NBA. Includes a timeline, glossary, and index.
53) Bouncing back
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Orphaned thirteen year-old Carlos learns what it truly means to be a teammate when he must help save his new wheelchair basketball team's gym from destruction.
55) Fast break
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The Alton Heights All-Stars win entry into the citywide youth basketball tournament on a real professional basketball court, and with teams that have real coaches, uniforms, sneakers, and experience. Although the All-Stars feel intimidated by the talent in the tournament, they refuse to give up.
56) Swish
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With the start of summer, Tyler signs the All-Stars up for a tournament at the local rec center not realizing that they will not be able to practice due to different summer schedules. He begins to worry that the All-Stars are breaking up and will no longer be a close team.
59) Dallas Mavericks
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"This high-interest title summarizes the history of the Dallas Mavericks professional basketball team, highlighting memorable events and noteworthy players such as Dirk Nowitzki"--