Legends: The Best Players, Games, and Teams in Basketball

Kids, Sports and Recreation, Basketball, People and Places, Biography, Non-Fiction
Cover of the book Legends: The Best Players, Games, and Teams in Basketball by Howard Bryant, Penguin Young Readers Group
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Howard Bryant ISBN: 9780698175150
Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group Publication: December 20, 2016
Imprint: Philomel Books Language: English
Author: Howard Bryant
ISBN: 9780698175150
Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group
Publication: December 20, 2016
Imprint: Philomel Books
Language: English

**From Magic Johnson to Michael Jordan to LeBron James to Steph Curry, ESPN's Howard Bryant presents the best from the hardwood--a collection of NBA champions and superstars for young sports fans! **

Fast-paced, adrenaline-filled, and brimming with out-of-this-world athleticism, basketball has won the hearts of fans all across America—yet it is particularly popular among kids and teens. Giants of the game like Steph Curry, LeBron, and Michael Jordan have transcended the sport to become cultural icons and role models to young fans. From the cornfields of Indiana and the hills of North Carolina, to the urban sprawl of New York City, Chicago and L.A., love of the game stretches from coast to coast.

Featuring Top Ten Lists to chew on and debate, and a Top 40-style Timeline of Key Moments in Basektball History, this comprehensive collection includes the greatest dynasties, from the Bill Russell-era Celtics, to the Magic Jonson-led Lakers, to the Jordan-led Bulls, right up to the Tim Duncan-led Spurs. All the greats take flight toward the hoop in this perfect book for young fans who dream about stepping on an NBA court.

"A trove of awesome athletic feats, game-changing stars of the past and present, and rich fodder for heated arguments."--Booklist

"Hoops fans will find a goldmine of information guaranteed to deepen their basketball knowledge and their understanding of the game."--*VOYA *

"An easy hook for serious sports fans."--School Library Journal

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

**From Magic Johnson to Michael Jordan to LeBron James to Steph Curry, ESPN's Howard Bryant presents the best from the hardwood--a collection of NBA champions and superstars for young sports fans! **

Fast-paced, adrenaline-filled, and brimming with out-of-this-world athleticism, basketball has won the hearts of fans all across America—yet it is particularly popular among kids and teens. Giants of the game like Steph Curry, LeBron, and Michael Jordan have transcended the sport to become cultural icons and role models to young fans. From the cornfields of Indiana and the hills of North Carolina, to the urban sprawl of New York City, Chicago and L.A., love of the game stretches from coast to coast.

Featuring Top Ten Lists to chew on and debate, and a Top 40-style Timeline of Key Moments in Basektball History, this comprehensive collection includes the greatest dynasties, from the Bill Russell-era Celtics, to the Magic Jonson-led Lakers, to the Jordan-led Bulls, right up to the Tim Duncan-led Spurs. All the greats take flight toward the hoop in this perfect book for young fans who dream about stepping on an NBA court.

"A trove of awesome athletic feats, game-changing stars of the past and present, and rich fodder for heated arguments."--Booklist

"Hoops fans will find a goldmine of information guaranteed to deepen their basketball knowledge and their understanding of the game."--*VOYA *

"An easy hook for serious sports fans."--School Library Journal

More books from Penguin Young Readers Group

Cover of the book Doggy Day Care by Howard Bryant
Cover of the book Me First by Howard Bryant
Cover of the book Who Were the Beatles? by Howard Bryant
Cover of the book Froggy Goes to Hawaii by Howard Bryant
Cover of the book Road Work Ahead by Howard Bryant
Cover of the book This Book Is Not Yet Rated by Howard Bryant
Cover of the book Happy Birthday, Cupcake! by Howard Bryant
Cover of the book The Train of Lost Things by Howard Bryant
Cover of the book My Mother Is So Smart by Howard Bryant
Cover of the book This Is the Rope by Howard Bryant
Cover of the book Los deseos de Carmela by Howard Bryant
Cover of the book Vacation Dreams #2 by Howard Bryant
Cover of the book Emako Blue by Howard Bryant
Cover of the book Ziggy, Stardust and Me by Howard Bryant
Cover of the book A Million Suns by Howard Bryant
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy