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100 Things Arizona Fans Should Know & Do Before They DieAnthony Gimino, Steve Rivera, Lute Olson

Whether you're a die-hard booster from the Lute Olson era or a new supporter of Sean Miller, this is the ultimresource guide for true fans of the Arizona Wildcats. Authors Steve Rivera and Anthony Gimino have collecte

every essential piece of Wildcats knowledge and trivia-from how many players the Wildcats have had selectethe NBA draft, the program's longest-tenured coach, and the former players who have had their numbers retand pair it with must-do activities, and rank them all, from one to 100. Providing an entertaining and easy-to

follow checklist for diehard fans, these are the 100 things all Wildcat supporters need to know and do in theilifetime.

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Anthony Giminohas covered University of Arizona athletics for more than two decades, including as a footbbeat reporter for theArizona Daily Starand the sports columnist at the Tucson Citizen. He is a senior editor

Lindy's College Annualsand is the site editor and administrator at TucsonCitizen.com. Steve Riverais a long

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sports writer who covered the University of Arizona basketball team for more than 20 years for the TucsonCitizen. He is the author of The Arizona Basketball Vault, The Arizona National Championship Book, Tales fromthe Arizona Hardwood, and Tales from the Arizona Locker Roomand he has contributed to Basketball TimesSI.com, and numerous sports magazines. Lute Olsonwas the head coach of the University of Arizona men's

basketball team for 25 years where he won a NCAA Championship in 1997. They all live in Tucson, Arizona.

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March MadnessCinderellas, Superstars, and Champions from the NCAA Final Four

This year-by-year journey through the history of the Final Four captures the most memorable moments andpersonalities ever to participate in this great event, as well as chronicling the tournament's rise from humble

beginnings to perhaps the most significant spectacle in sports. From unbelievable upsets to record-settingperformances to coaching masterpieces, March Madnessdetails 76 years of college basketball's most memorchampionship moments, including North Carolina's triple-overtime victory over Wilt Chamberlain's Kansas team1957, Texas Western's watershed victory over Kentucky in 1966, the Magic vs. Bird showdown of 1979, andVillanova's stunning upset of Georgetown in 1985. Current through the 2013-14 NCAA season, the book inclu

such unforgettable games as Florida's back-to-back wins in 2004 and 2005 and Duke and Kentucky's multiplechampionships.

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The National Collegiate Athletic Association(NCAA) is a nonprofit association of 1,281 institutions,conferences, organizations, and individuals that organizes the athletic programs of colleges and universities i

the United States and Canada. It is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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100 Things 76ers Fans Should Know & Do Before They DieGordon Jones, Eric Stark, Pat Williams

Most 76ers fans have attended a game at the Wells Fargo Center, seen highlights of a young Charles Barkleyand remember team's trip to the 2001 NBA Finals. But only real fans can name the franchise's 12 Hall of Fam

remember the future head coach who played guard for the team in the 1970s, or know all the words to "HereCome the Sixers".100 Things 76ers Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die by Gordon Jones reveals the most critical moments

and important facts about past and present players, coaches, and teams that are part of the storied historythat is 76ers basketball. Scattered throughout the pages, you'll find pep talks, records, and Sixers lore to te

your knowledge, including:* The franchise's beginnings as the Syracuse Nationals before moving to Philadelphia in 1963* Both NBA Champion Sixers teams-1966-67 led by Wilt Chamberlain and the 1982-83 led by Julius Erving and

Moses Malone* The memorable Sixers teams of the late 1980s and early 1990s led by Barkley

* Profiles of unforgettable Colts personalities such as Billy Cunningham, Allen Iverson, and Maurice Cheeks...

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Gordon Jonesis a freelance sports writer who has covered sports in eastern Pennsylvania for more than 30

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years, writing for such publications as the Morning Callin Allentown, Pennsylvania and the Lancaster

Intelligencer Journal. He is a coauthor of Tales from the Philadelphia 76ers. He lives in Lititz, Pennsylvania. EStarkis a sports writer, travel editor and TV/radio columnist living in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Pat Williamsthe former general manager of the Philadelphia 76ers and the current senior vice president of the Orlando Ma


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If These Walls Could Talk: Chicago BullsStories from the Sideline, Locker Room, and Press Box of the Chicago Bulls DynastyKent McDill, Bill Cartwright

The Chicago Bulls are one of basketball's most storied teams-from Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippin, and Phil

Jackson to Hall of Famers and MVPs, the Bulls' NBA championship legacy will likely never be surpassed. Authoand Bulls' beat reporter Kent McDill provides a closer look at the great moments of the 1990s championship

teamss, which saw the Bulls win six championships in eight seasons. Through multiple interviews conducted wcurrent and past Bulls, readers will meet the players, coaches, and management and share in their moments greatness and defeat. If These Walls Could Talk: Chicago Bullswill make fans a part of the Bulls' history from

new perspective.

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Author BioKent McDillhas been a sportswriter since 1978, working in Chicago and Indianapolis before joining the DailyHeraldto work as the Chicago Bulls beat writer. From 1988 to 1999 he traveled with the Bulls on a daily basiand was the only beat writer to cover all six Bulls championship teams. He lives in Park Ridge, Illinois. BillCartwrightis a former NBA All-Star and a three-time NBA champion. He lives in Japan.



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The Blue DivideDuke, North Carolina, and the Battle on Tobacco RoadJohnny Moore, Art Chansky, Jay Bilas

A complete look at the storied basketball rivalry between the Duke Blue Devils and North Carolina Tar Heels, t

guide is penned by two authorities on the subject-Art Chansky, a bestselling author and sports reporter whocovered the famed match up since his days as a student reporter at UNC and Johnny Moore, who has beenintimately involved with Duke athletics for nearly four decades. Segmenting the various commonalities the Blu

Devils and Tar Heels have shared for more than 60 years and nearly 250 meetings on the court, each chaptecovers a distinct aspect of the rivalry between these two schools that stand a mere 10 miles apart. This boo

offers new details on long-forgotten stories as well as a chance to better understand where the pride andpassion of today comes from between the two contiguous competitors.

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Art Chanskyis the bestselling author of Blue Blood, The Dean's List, and Light Blue Region. He is the formersports editor of the Durham Morning Heraldand a graduate of the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Helives in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Johnny Mooreis a producer for the radio and television networks at DukeUniversity and has been involved with Duke athletics for nearly 40 years. He lives in Durham, North Carolina. former Duke basketball player, Jay Bilas, who is also a lawyer, has gained prominence as a national college

basketball analyst for ESPN. He resides in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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100 Things Syracuse Fans Should Know & Do Before They DieScott Pitoniak, Floyd Little

Most Syracuse fans and alumni have seen a game at Carrier Dome, have seen highlights of a young DwightFreeney and Carmelo Anthony, and know the story of the 2003 NCAA National Champion men's basketball tea

But only real fans know the history of Archbold Stadium, the words to "Down the Field," or what Otto theOrange's name could have been originally. 100 Things Syracuse Fans Should Know & Do Before They Dieis th

ultimate resource guide for true fans of the Syracuse Orange and, whether you're a die-hard booster from thdays of Jim Brown or a current student at the university, these are the 100 things all fans needs to know anin their lifetime. Author Scott Pitoniak has collected every essential piece of Orange knowledge and trivia, as

as must-do activities, and ranks them all, providing an entertaining and easy-to-follow checklist as you progon your way to fan superstardom.

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Scott Pitoniakis an award-winning journalist. He has been named one of the top columnists in the nation by

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Associated Press Sports Editors and is the author of several books, including Color Him Orange: The Jim BoeStory; The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly: Buffalo Bills; and Tales from the Buffalo Bills Sidelines. He lives inRochester, New York. Floyd Littlewas a three-time All-American at Syracuse and the Broncos' first No. 1 pi

to ever sign with the team. Known as "The Franchise," he played in five Pro Bowls, leading the AFC in rushing1970 and the NFL in 1971 with 1,133 yards. At the time of his retirement, he ranked seventh in NFL history in

rushing. Floyd won the 1973 Brian Piccolo Award and the 1974 Byron "Whizzer" White Humanitarian Award forcommunity service. He has been named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the College Football Hall of Fame, anthe Broncos Ring of Fame. He recently moved back to Syracuse and works for his alma mater's athletic

department. He previously authored Floyd Little'sTales from the Broncos Sideline.



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100 Things Buckeyes Fans Should Know & Do Before They DieAndrew Buchanan, Archie Griffin

With traditions, records, and Buckeye lore, this lively, detailed book explores the personalities, events, and fevery Ohio State fan should know. It contains crucial information such as important dates, player nicknames

memorable moments, and outstanding achievements by singular players. This guide to all things Buckeyes cothe team's seven National Championships and six Heisman Trophy winners. Now updated through the 2013season, new chapters include the hiring of Urban Meyer, the emergence of Braxton Miller, and the 2012 and 2

undefeated seasons.

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Andrew Buchananis a writer, communications professional, and former journalist who covered everything frcrime and politics to urban affairs and sports while working for theAssociated Press and the Chicago TribuneAndrew has written and edited more than a half-dozen guidebooks to stadiums and ballparks-including one on

Ohio Stadium-as part of the company he started with his brother. A native of Columbus, Ohio, he now resideChicago with his wife and three daughters.

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100 Things Arkansas Fans Should Know & Do Before They DieRick Schaeffer, Quinn Grovey

From famed moments such as the Razorbacks winning the 1994 NCAA Tournament to lesser known trivia,including which uniform configuration is considered a curse or knowing the animal that was the school's origin

mascot, 100 Things Arkansas Fans Should Know & Do Before They Diereveals the most critical moments andimportant facts about Arkansas football and basketball. With details on past and present players, coaches, a

teams that are part of the university's storied history, this book contains everything Hogs fans should know,and do in their lifetime and encapsulates what being a Razorbacks fan is all about.

Summary

Rick Schaefferwas the sports information director with the University of Arkansas athletic department for 2years and the radio color commentator for Razorbacks football for a decade. He is the founder of Champions

Kids, a nonprofit organization that provides support, training, and resources for youth organizations in ArkansQuinn Groveywas the starting quarterback at Arkansas from 1987 to 1989, leading the Razorbacks toSouthwest Conference Championships in 1988 and 1989. They both live in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

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DynastyThe San Antonio Spurs' Timeless 2014 ChampionshipJesse Blanchard

This commemorative book on the 2014 NBA champion San Antonio Spurs provides a visual look at the Spurs'

exciting road to championship glory. Through insightful articles by Jesse Blanchard and nearly 100 full-colorimages, this celebratory book takes readers from the season's first games in November through the Spurs' plbattles against the Mavericks, Trail Blazers, and Thunder before the epic NBA Finals showdown with Miami.

Featuring profiles of head coach Gregg Popovich, Tony Parker, Tim Duncan, and other Spurs stars, this keepsbook is an essential part of any fan's collection.

Summary

Jesse Blanchardis a sports journalist who writes for ProjectSpurs.com and ESPNSA.com. His first credentiaseason covering the San Antonio Spurs was in 2009 as a writer for 48 Minutes of Hell, an affiliate with ESPN'

True Hoop Network. He lives in San Antonio.

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Billy on the BallPaul Harrison, Sylvia Raga

Billy kicks the ball, but not everything is as it seems. . .

Billy's in the team, and he's not about to let the side down! He runs, he heads, he shoots, he scores! Billy is hero. Have Billy's dreams come true?

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Paul Harrisonis an award-winning editor and author. He has written a wide variety of books for children,includingAttack of the Giant Hamster, The Cold War, and The Perfect Prince. Sylvia Ragais an illustrator

whose works include Nick's Birthday, My Busy Day, and The Sand Dragons.

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100 Things Michigan State Fans Should Know & Do Before They DiMichael Emmerich

Most Michigan State Spartans fans have taken in a game or two at Spartan Stadium or Jack Breslin StudentEvents Center, have seen highlights of Magic Johnson, and have heard the story of the famous Game of the

Century. But only real fans know the history of "the Walk," how many Zeke the Wonder Dogs there have bee

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the origins of Sparty, or all the lyrics to "MSU Shadows." 100 Things Michigan State Fans Should Know & Do

Before They Dieis the ultimate resource guide for true fans of Michigan State football and men's basketball.

Whether a die-hard booster from the days of Jumpin' Johnny Green or a new supporter of football coach MarDantonio, fans will value these essential pieces of Michigan State football and basketball knowledge and trivi

well as all the must-do activities, that have been ranked from 1 to 100, providing an entertaining and easy-tfollow checklist for Spartan supporters to progress on their way to fan superstardom.

Michael Emmerichgrew up in East Lansing, Michigan, graduated from Michigan State University, and spentyears in the sports book publishing industry. He lives in Seattle.

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100 Things Hoosiers Fans Should Know & Do Before They DieStan Sutton

This guide to all things Hoosiers tells the history of Indiana University basketball across several decades andcovers anything and everything a fan should know. It takes years of Hoosiers history and distills it to the

absolute best and most compelling, identifying the personalities, events, and facts that every living andbreathing fan should know without hesitation. Numbers, nicknames, memorable moments, singular achieveme

and signature plays all highlight the list of 100. Stan Sutton, a longtime IU beat writer, has assembled all theinformation and achievements that are sure to educate and entertain new and old fans alike. In its century-of college basketball, Indiana University has established a winning tradition that includes five NCAA

championships and 20 Big Ten conference championships, all of which is celebrated in this entertaining resou

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Stan Suttonis a member of the Indiana Sports Writers and Sportscasters Hall of Fame and has covered theHoosiers since 1984. During his career, Sutton worked for six newspapers in the Midwest, including a 25-yea

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stint with the Courier-Journal. He is the coauthor of Tales from the Indiana Hoosiers Locker Roomand Talesfrom the 1980-81 Indiana Hoosiers.He lives in Bloomington, Indiana.



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100 Things Wildcats Fans Should Know & Do Before They DieRyan Clark, Joe Cox

The University of Kentucky men's basketball program is the winningest in the history of the sport, and this boexplores those wins along with the personalities, events, and facts that any and every Wildcats fan should

know. Wildcats stars from more than a century of success are highlighted, including Louie Dampier, Pat Riley,Sam Bowie, Jamal Mashburn, Antoine Walker, Walter McCarty, Travis Ford, and Brandon Knight. The team'scolorful coaches are also profiled, including championship winners Adolph Rupp, Joe B. Hall, Rick Pitino, and Tu

Smith. It takes years of franchise history and highlights the absolute best and most compelling moments,identifying the personalities, events, and facts that have all come together to make Kentucky the powerhous

that it is. Wildcats fans will read about all of this and more, including some of the long-standing traditions thsurround this storied club and the necessary mainstays to participate in, making this something that any

Wildcats fan will enjoy.

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Ryan Clarkis an editor and an instructor at Northern Kentucky University. He is a former CincinnatiEnquirer

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reporter and current columnist, and the author of Game of My Life Kentucky: Memorable Stories of WildcatsBasketballand Wrestling Reality: The Life and Mind of Chris KanyonWrestling's Gay Superstar. He lives inBurlington, Kentucky. Joe Coxis an attorney who practices law in Bowling Green, Kentucky. He lives in Loga

County, Kentucky.


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Color Him OrangeThe Jim Boeheim StoryScott Pitoniak

Identifying the sources of Basketball Hall of Fame coach Jim Boeheim's fierce competitive drive and loyalty to

Syracuse, this fascinating study of the record-setting coach details everything from the effects of his smalltown upbringing in upstate New York to the years the team fell just short of the title. The book examines the

people who shaped Boeheim as an individual and a coach, the great players he has led, and his incredibledevotion to raising money in hopes of eradicating cancer-which claimed both of his parents' lives and threatehis own. This revised paperback edition includes a section about the tumultuous and exciting 2011-2012 sea

in which the Orange dealt with allegations against former assistant Bernie Fine while maintaining the No. 1 ranfor several weeks and advancing to the Elite Eight.

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Scott Pitoniakis a magna cum laude graduate of Syracuse University who has received more than 100journalism awards. He has been named one of the top columnists in the nation by the Associated Press Spor

Editors and is the author of 10 books, including The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly: Buffalo Bills. He lives inRochester, New York.

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What It Means to Be a JayhawkBill Self and Kansas's Greatest PlayersJeff Bollig, Doug Vance, Bill Self

Taking a decade-by-decade approach to the athletics tradition of the University of Kansas, this collection br

together over 40 stories from the most outstanding voices of the program. The spirit of Jayhawks sports is ncaptured by just one phrase, one season, or one particular game; instead, the student-athletes and coachewho made the magic happen over the decades blend their experiences to capture the true essence of their

beloved school. KU fans will relish the intimate stories told by the figures they have come to cherish.

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Jeff Bolligbegan in the athletic department at the University of Kansas even before graduation and worked

associate sports information director for several years after. He then served as director of media relations foBig Eight Conference, and is now director of communications for the Golf Course Superintendents Association

America. He lives in Overland Park, Kansas. Doug Vanceis a freelance writer and executive director of thenonprofit Kansas Recreation and Park Association. He is a former assistant athletics director for media relatioat the University of Kansas, and was also associate athletics director for communications. He contributes

regularly to community magazines in Lawrence and Topeka and collaborated with broadcaster Max Falkenstiethe book Max and the Jayhawks. Bill Selfis the men's basketball coach at the University of Kansas. He has

named the Sporting NewsNational Coach of the Year and the Big 12 Coach of the Year. They both live inLawrence, Kansas.

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A New VisionThad Matta and the Rebirth of Buckeye BasketballDan Wallenberg, Clark Kellogg

A New Vision: Thad Matta and the Rebirth of Buckeye Basketballis an insider's view of Thad Matta's first thr

seasons as head coach of the Ohio State men's basketball program and the arrival of one of the most talked-about recruiting classes in decades. Building a winner began in the wee hours of July 7, 2004, when Thad Ma

called long-time assistant coach John Groce at 3 a.m. asking where four of the most sought-after recruits weplaying summer league basketball that day. At 6 a.m. Matta was on a plane to Teaneck, New Jersey, to watcGreg Oden, Mike Conley Jr., Daequan Cook, and David Lightly play. Within a year, all four signed on as Bucke

As the No. 1-ranked recruiting class in the country played out their final high school and junior college seasoMatta's Buckeyes were claiming on outright Big Ten championship in just his second season.

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Dan Wallenbergis the associate director of Ohio State University's sports communications department. Cla

Kelloggis a former professional basketball player, the VP of player relations for the Indiana Pacers, and the

college basketball analyst for CBS Sports.

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Echoes of Kansas BasketballThe Greatest Stories Ever Told

Bill Self

Spanning decades with great columns from renowned writers, this time capsule recounts the greatest mome

in Kansas lore and tracks the chronological progression of sports writing styles from the esoteric to the ultra-modern. The account details the Jayhawks from their roots of glory to their modern-day triumphs.

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Triumph Booksis a leader in quality and innovation in sports publishing. In 2000, Triumph Books launched

Triumph Books Entertainment, a specialty pop culture and current events imprint. Bill Selfis the men's baskecoach at the University of Kansas

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Game Day: North Carolina BasketballThe Greatest Games, Players, Coaches and Teams in the Glorious Tradition of Tar Heel BasketballEric Montross

Whether rediscovering the best team moments, or initiating into the histories and traditions of Tar Heel fando

this book about the University of North Carolina's basketball team is both a useful resource and cherishablememorabilia. Packed with anecdotes of the players, explanations about the beginnings of rivalries and traditio

detailed histories about the greatest players and moments in the school's history, lists of the most successfuseasons, recaps of the most exciting games ever played, and year-by-year statistics, this collectible book isprimary source for anyone eager to be an expert regarding anything about the Tar Heels. The book captures

pride of all North Carolina fans: the 1957 National Championship upset; Michael Jordan's jump shot to beatGeorgetown in 1982; the legendary Dean Smith leading his teams from one NCAA tournament to the next; another remarkable moments from history.

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Athlon Sportsis a publisher of preseason, single-title sports annuals, covering professional and college athle

and distributed throughout North America and Europe. Founded in 1967, they are now the largest sportsmagazine in the U.S., and have won Publisher of the Year, Magazine of the Year, and an Emmy Award. They

based primarily in Nashville, Tennessee. Eric Montrossis a color commentator for University of North Carolin(UNC) basketball broadcasts and is a retired professional basketball player. He was part of the UNC team tha

won the NCAA Championship in 1993, and he was named an All-American athlete two consecutive years. He a first-round draft pick for the Boston Celtics and played for nine years in the NBA. He lives in Chapel Hill, NoCarolina.

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Elite EighthKentucky's Dominating 2012 Championship SeasonLarry Vaught

This vibrant tribute to the 2012 NCAA men's basketball champions provides a visual feast for fans who want

relive the Kentucky Wildcats' road to championship glory. It features an introduction and several articles by LVaught, a Kentucky sports institution and six-time recipient of Kentucky's National Sportswriter of the Year tThis celebratory book takes readers from the season's opening tip in November, through the exciting regular

season and SEC Tournament, and on to the final seconds in New Orleans. Also included are features on theteam's key figures, including head coach John Calipari and star forward Michael Kidd-Gilchrist.

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Author BioAdvocate Communications, Inc., is a division of Schurz Communications that operates theAdvocate-

Messengerin Danville, the Interior-Journalin Stanford, theJessamine Journalin Nicholasville, and the

Winchester Sun. They are based in Danville, Kentucky. Larry Vaughtis the sports editor for theAdvocate-

Messengerand a noted authority on University of Kentucky basketball. He has been named Kentucky's Natio

Sportswriter of the Year by the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association six years in a row.


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100 Things Kansas Fans Should Know & Do Before They DieKen Davis, Bill Self

The storied history that is KU basketball is revealed in this compilation of the most critical moments andimportant facts about past and present players, coaches, and teams. Most Kansas basketball fans have

attended games at Allen Fieldhouse, seen highlights of a young Paul Pierce, and remember watching theJayhawks cut down the net in 2008. But only real fans know the origins of the Rock Chalk Jayhawk Chant, wh

the Jayhawks played prior to calling Allen Fieldhouse home, and can name the former Jayhawk who went on earn the Republican nomination for president. Scattered throughout the pages are pep talks, records, andJayhawks lore, including lyrics to "I'm a Jayhawk"; stories from Wilt Chamberlain's years at Kansas; Phog Alle

39 seasons on the Kansas bench; Roy Williams' memorable 15-year run, including three trips to the Final FourWhether a die-hard fan from the days of Larry Brown or a new supporter of Bill Self and Mario Chalmers, read

will find that this book contains everything Jayhawks fans should know, see, and do in their lifetime.

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Ken Davisis an award-winning sports writer who has covered college basketball for 35 years. He grew up

watching Jayhawks basketball in Overland Park, Kansas, and graduated from the KU William Allen White SchooJournalism in 1980. After 25 years in the newspaper industry, Davis has been a freelance writer and national

college basketball writer for NBCSports.com and FoxSports.com. This is his third book on college basketball. Dwas inducted into the New England Basketball Hall of Fame in 2013. He lives in Coventry, Connecticut, with h

wife, Nancy. They have two sons, Patrick and Joseph.

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UnbreakableLouisville's Inspired 2013 Championship RunBilly Reed

Louisville's win over Michigan in the 2013 NCAA championship game was the culmination of a basketball seaso

few Cardinal fans will ever forget, and this commemorative book takes fans through the team's amazing journfrom their "Battle of the Bluegrass" win over Kentucky to the final seconds in Atlanta. Led by a backcourtfeaturing "Russdiculous" Russ Smith and star point guard Peyton Siva, Coach Rick Pitino's squad dominated th

Big East, winning both the regular season and Big East Tournament championships and earned the top seed ithe NCAA tournament. Louisville then stormed past North Carolina A&T, Colorado State, Oregon, and Duke to

reach the Final Four for the second consecutive season. Guard Kevin Ware's gruesome leg injury against Dukinspired the team's triumphant performance in the Final Four, when a comeback win over Wichita State set u

the title game matchup against the Wolverines. Adding to the school's memorable season, the Louisville wom

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basketball team upset top-seeded Baylor and also reached the NCAA championship game. Unbreakable:

Louisville's Inspired 201...

TheLouisville Cardinalis the independent student newspaper founded in 1926 at the University of Louisville. based in Louisville, Kentucky. Billy Reedhas spent the better part of 40 years covering major sporting even

around the country for such publications as Basketball Times, the Courier-Journal, the Lexington Herald-Leadand Sports Illustrated. He has written or contributed to more than a dozen books, including Lombardi and Me

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Boom, Baby!My Basketball Life in IndianaBobby "Slick" Leonard, Lew Freedman, Larry Bird

Bobby "Slick" Leonard has etched his name forever on the Mount Rushmore of Indiana basketball, and in Boom

Baby! he shares memories from his storied career. Leonard takes readers inside the Indiana locker room withlegendary head coach Branch McCracken and onto the court when he hit the deciding free throws as the

"Hurrying Hoosiers" topped Phog Allen's Kansas Jayhawks. He recalls the NBA's early years, including beingdrafted by a Baltimore Bullets team that folded soon after selecting him. He tells of his time as the winningescoach in the ABA's nine-year history, securing three championships in his first five seasons with the Indianap

Pacers. In his final act, "Slick" endeared himself to new generations of Hoosier hoops fans as the longtime Paradio voice, with his trademark call "Boom, Baby!" for a successful three-point shot.

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Bobby "Slick" Leonardhas been a broadcaster for the Indiana Pacers since 1985. He coached the IndianaPacers to three ABA championships in the late 1960s and early 1970s and played seven seasons in the NBA.

was a star player on Indiana University's NCAA champion "Hurrying Hoosiers" team in 1953. He lives in CarmelIndiana. Lew Freedmanis an award-winning journalist and the sports editor at the Republicnewspaper in

Columbus, Indiana. He has previously worked for the Anchorage Daily News, the Chicago Tribune, and the

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Philadelphia Inquirer. He is the author of more than 50 books, including The 50 Greatest Plays in Chicago Bea

Football History, Cubs Essential, "Then Ozzie Said to Harold . . .", The Best Chicago White Sox Stories Ever TWhite Sox Essential, and Fergie: My Life from the Cubs to Cooperstownwith Hall of Fame pitcher FergusonJenkins. He lives in Columbus, Indiana. One of basketball's all-time greats, Larry Birdled Indiana State to th

1979 NCAA championship game. The Hall of Famer was a 12- time All-Star in 13 NBA seasons with the BostonCeltics. He led the Cel...



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Laker GirlJeanie Buss, Steve Springer, Phil Jackson

The never-before-told story of the Buss family and of one woman's rise to the top in a man's world, Laker Gian unprecedented glimpse into the glamorous world of the Los Angeles Lakers. It is also a behind-the-scenes

journal of the 2009-10 Lakers season, a year in which the franchise captured its 16th world championship. Bthe time Jeanie was 19, she was already a high-ranking executive with World Team Tennis. Today, she is theLakers' executive vice president of business operations and one of the most influential women in professiona

sports. Along the way, she's rubbed elbows with everyone from Michael Jordan, John McEnroe, and ShaquilleO'Neal to Ryan Seacrest, Khloe Kardashian, Hugh Hefner, and Jack Nicholson. And she's done it all in her own

unique, inimitable style. In this updated edition, Buss discusses her recent engagement to Phil Jackson and loback on the Lakers' eventful past three seasons-an era that has included multiple coaching changes, change

the front office, a new TV deal, and much more.

Summary

Jeanie Bussis entering her 11th season as the Lakers' executive vice president of business operations and iresponsible for overseeing all of the Lakers' business operations, including relationships with the team's broad

partners, FSN West, KCBS/KCAL 9-TV, and ESPN Radio. She is also involved with the team's marketing,sponsorships, and other business dealings. She lives in Playa del Rey, California. Steve Springeris a former

sportswriter who spent 25 years at the Los Angeles Times. He is the author of several books, including four the Los Angeles Lakers, and the coauthor of the New York TimesbestsellerAmerican Sonwith boxer Oscar

La Hoya. He lives in Woodland Hills, California. Phil Jacksonis a retired professional basketball coach and plawho is widely considered one of the greatest coaches in the history of the NBA. He has won 11 NBA titles ascoach, six with the Chicago Bulls five with the Los Angeles Lakers. He lives in Playa del Rey, California.

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Autumns in the GardenThe Coach of Camelot and Other Knicks StoriesIra Berkow

Featuring 25 years' worth of columns from one of New York's most popular sportswriters, this collection is

guaranteed to delight Knickerbockers fans of all ages. These unforgettable opinions, stories, and observation

from New York Timescolumnist Ira Berkow capture the spirit of the Knicks, from memories of Red Holzman an

Earl Monroe to reflections on Carmelo Anthony and Jeremy Lin. As the 2013 team celebrates the 40thanniversary of their 1973 NBA championship, this book enlightens fans on the entire colorful history of thefranchise.

Summary

Ira Berkowis a former sports columnist and feature writer for the New York Timesfor more than 25 years.

shared the Pulitzer Prize for national reporting in 2001 and was a finalist for the Pulitzer for commentary in 19He is the author of more than 20 books, including Rockin' Steady: A Guide to Basketball and Cool, and thebestsellers Maxwell Street: Survival in a Bazaarand Red: A Biography of Red Smith. He lives in New York City

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"Then Russell Said to Bird..."The Greatest Celtics Stories Ever ToldDonald Hubbard

Whether heard inside the Boston Celtics locker room or on the basketball court, conversations from the long

history of the beloved team are recorded in this unique collection of insider accounts. Fans get a behind-thescenes peek into the private world of the players, coaches, broadcasters, and executives through firsthandanecdotes, quotes from speeches, and highlights of how the team handled both their struggles and their

victories. From the 1950s and 1960s dynasty to the years of Larry Bird, Kevin McHale, and Robert Parish, anfrom the 2008 Championship title to today, these are the stories that fans hope to hear, presented together

this fun glimpse of what it was like to be among the Celtics greats.

Summary

Donald Hubbardis a practicing attorney in Boston, where he published a weekly newspaper column for 10

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years. He is the author of 100 Things Celtics Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die , 100 Things Patriots FaShould Know & Do Before They Die, Forgotten Four: Notre Dame's Greatest Backfield and theUndefeated 19

Season, The Heavenly Twins of Boston Baseball, and The Red Sox Before the Babe. He lives in Boston.



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Rockin' SteadyA Guide to Basketball & CoolWalt Frazier, Ira Berkow, Bill Russell, Walter Ioo...

For millions of basketball fans in the 1970s, Walt "Clyde" Frazier defined the word cool. An iconic piece of

basketball history and sports journalism, this meticulously documented account tells the story of one of thegreatest point guards in NBA history and how he led the Knicks to their only two championships with a style

flair that was wholly his own. Now, three decades later, Rockin' Steadyis back with an all-new introduction,afterword, and everything that made it one of the most unusual sports books of all time.

Summary

Walt Frazieris the New York Knicks' color analyst on the MSG Network. Honored as one of the NBA's 50greatest players, he led the Knicks to two world championships in 1970 and 1973 and saw his jersey retired the franchise in 1979. Ira Berkowhas been a sports columnist and feature writer for the New York Timesfo

more than 25 years and is a Pulitzer Prize-winner for national reporting. He is the author of 19 books, includinthe bestsellers Maxwell Street: Survival in a Bazaarand Red: A Biography of Red Smith, as well as two memo

Full Swingand To the Hoop. They both live in New York City. Bill Russellis a former professional basketballplayer and was the centerpiece of the Celtics dynasty that won 11 NBA Championships during his 13-year

career. He lives in Mercer Island, Washington. Walter Iooss Jr.is a professional photographer best known fo

work with Sports Illustratedmagazine. He lives in Montauk, New York.

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100 Things Knicks Fans Should Know & Do Before They DieAlan Hahn

Initiating new fans into the world of Knicks lore or reminding die-hard supporters why this New York NBA teamalways their number one, this entertaining resource distills 66 years of team history into the top 100 things t

know and do-encouraging Knicks fans to live each day like it's a playoff run. Most Knicks fans have experienca game in Madison Square Garden, have seen highlights of a young Patrick Ewing, or have heard the story bethe franchise's last championship in 1973; but the next level of fan commitment means knowing the history a

meaning of Knickerbockers, and which other team-along with the Knicks- from the original National BasketballAssociation is still located in its original city. Such details are offered in this book, the ultimate handbook to

knowing and loving the New York Knicks. The compilation breaks down all of the stats, important dates,prominent players, player nicknames, team achievements, and a list of must-do activities, and then ranks the

all from 1 to 100, providing an entertaining and easy-to-follow checklist that all fans will appreciate.

Summary

Author BioAlan Hahnis the New York Knicks studio analyst for the MSG Network and writes the popular team blog, ThKnicks Fix. He previously covered the Knicks and the National Hockey League's New York Islanders for Newsdand is the author of two books on the Islanders, Birth of a Dynastyand Fish Sticks. He lives in Brentwood, NYork.


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100 Things Bulls Fans Should Know & Do Before They DieKent McDill

The premier reference for making Chicago Bulls fandom a lifestyle instead of just a sports preference, thiscollection of essential team knowledge and Bulls-related activities distills the past 50 years of NBA basketbal

a fun checklist that will appeal to fans of any age. It's one thing to have been to the United Center and rootfor Derrick Rose, to relish highlights of a young Michael Jordan, or even to know that all six championship tea

were led by Jordan, Scottie Pippen, and Coach Phil Jackson. But it is a whole other level of fan commitment tknow who Benny the Bull is named after, which player once grabbed 37 rebounds in a single game, and how tBulls missed out on Magic Johnson in the draft. These facts and trivia-as well as important dates, player

nicknames, key jersey numbers through history, and even the best places to eat before or after a game-areincluded in this resource that will enlighten new fans and initiate them into proper Bulls fandom, or remind die

hard fans why theirs is the team to follow year after year.

Summary

Kent McDillis a sportswriter for NBA.com and has been a journalist for more than 30 years, including coverin

the Chicago Bulls beat for the Daily Herald, traveling with the team from 1988 to 1999, and being the only bwriter to cover all six championship teams. He is the author of Bill Wennington's Tales from the Bulls Hardwoo

He lives in Park Ridge, Illinois.

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100 Things Lakers Fans Should Know & Do Before They DieSteve Springer, Bill Sharman

This is the ultimate resource guide for true fans of the Los Angeles Lakers. Most fans have taken in a game otwo at the Staples Center, have seen highlights of a young Magic Johnson, and remember the epic battles w

the Celtics in the 1980s. But only real fans know how the Lakers acquired Hot Rod Hundley, which hobbyfascinated both Chick Hearn and Elgin Baylor, or the best place to grab a bite in Los Angeles before the gameEvery essential piece of Lakers knowledge and trivia, as well as must-do activities, is ranked from 1 to 100,

providing an entertaining and easy-to-follow checklist for those on their way to Laker fan superstardom.

Summary

Steve Springeris a former sportswriter who spent 25 years at the Los Angeles Times. He is the coauthor ofLaker GirlandAmerican Son, with boxer Oscar De La Hoya which made the New York Timesbestseller list. Hlives in Woodland Hills, California. Bill Sharmanwas one of the first NBA guards to push his field-goal percen

above .400 for a season (.436 in 1952-53). He still ranks among the top free-throw shooters of all time and led the league in free-throw shooting for a record seven seasons. He was elected to the Naismith Memorial

Basketball Hall of Fame in 1975. In 1996, he was named to the NBA 50th Anniversary All-Time Team. He lives Redondo Beach, California.

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Mavericks StampedeDirk Leads Dallas to the 2011 NBA ChampionshipRob Mahoney

Packed with stunning color photography, this must-have championship keepsake details every game of the

thrilling 2011 NBA postseason and profiles the Mavericks' leading personalities, including Dirk Nowitzki, JasonTerry, Rick Carlisle, and colorful owner Mark Cuban. Five years after dropping an emotional NBA Finals to the

Heat, the Dallas Mavericks redeemed themselves in emphatic fashion in 2011, besting LeBron James and Miamsix games to claim the franchise's first championship. The Mavs were led by Nowitzki, one of the league's mounderappreciated superstars, and his veteran supporting cast, including Jason Terry, Jason Kidd, and Shawn

Marion. 2011 was a season to remember for Mavericks fans, and this book will be the perfect way to relive athe best moments for years to come.

Summary

Rob Mahoneyis a basketball writer and blogger for "The Two Man Game,"the ESPN affiliate blog for the NBDallas Mavericks; the New York Times"Off the Dribble" blog; NBC Sports' "ProBasketballTalk"; "Hardwood

Paroxysm," a sister site in the ESPN TrueHoop Network; and "Voice on the Floor."

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BasketballA Guide to Skills, Techniques and TacticsAlexandru Radu

A comprehensive guide to the fundamental skills that every player needs to master in order to play basketba

successfullyProviding a thorough description of each skill and technique, this volume then presents helpful coaching pointhat emphasize common mistakes. It provides several learning drills for each of the skills, which progress from

beginner level through to the intermediate and more advanced levels, thus catering for the needs of players all abilities. Catching and passing the ball, dribbling, shooting, rebounding, individual moves-such as defensive

stance and fakes-as well as combination play between two or three players, and team-attacking and team-defense are all addressed in considerable detail. The book also covers organizing basketball events, developi

coaching philosophy, coaching evaluation, the most important rules of the game, and the concept of "totaltraining," which embraces the technical, physical, tactical, psychological, theoretical, biological, and artisticbuilding blocks of the modern coaching process.

Summary

Alexandru Raduis a Romanian basketball coach who has played as a professional in the First Romanian natioleague, has won several awards as a player and as a coach, and has coached at both amateur and professio

level.

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Laker GirlJeanie Buss, Steve Springer, Phil Jackson

The never-before-told story of the Buss family and of one woman's rise to the top in a man's world, Laker Gian unprecedented glimpse into the glamorous world of the Los Angeles Lakers. It is also a behind-the-scenes

journal of the 2009-10 Lakers season, a year in which the franchise captured its 16th world championship. Bthe time Jeanie was 19, she was already a high-ranking executive with World Team Tennis. Today, she is the

Lakers' executive vice president of business operations and one of the most influential women in professionasports. Along the way, she's rubbed elbows with everyone from Michael Jordan, John McEnroe, and ShaquilleO'Neal to Ryan Seacrest, Khloe Kardashian, Hugh Hefner, and Jack Nicholson. And she's done it all in her own

unique, inimitable style.

Summary

Jeanie Bussis entering her 11th season as the Lakers' executive vice president of business operations and i

responsible for overseeing all of the Lakers' business operations, including relationships with the team's broadpartners, FSN West, KCBS/KCAL 9-TV, and ESPN Radio. Working closely with Lakers general manager Mitch

Kupchak and assistant general managers Jim Buss and Ronnie Lester, she is also involved with the team'smarketing, sponsorships, and other business dealings. Steve Springeris a former sportswriter who spent 25

years at the Los Angeles Times. This is his eighth book, and his fourth on the Los Angeles Lakers. He is also

coauthor of the New York TimesbestsellerAmerican Sonwith boxer Oscar De La Hoya. Phil Jacksonis a reprofessional basketball coach and player who is widely considered one of the greatest coaches in the history

the NBA. He has won 11 NBA titles as a coach, six with the Chicago Bulls five with the Los Angeles Lakers.

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100 Things Celtics Fans Should Know & Do Before They DieDonald Hubbard

With pep talks, records, and Celtics lore, this lively, detailed book explores the personalities, events, and facevery Boston fan should know. It contains crucial information such as important dates, player nicknames,

memorable moments, and outstanding achievements by singular players. This guide to all things Celtics coverthe franchise record for wins in a season, the number of Celtics included in the NBA's 50 greatest players at

1997 All-Star Game, and the origins of the team's famous parquet floor.

Summary

Donald Hubbardis a practicing attorney in Boston, where he published a weekly newspaper column for 10years. He is the author of Forgotten Four: Notre Dame's Greatest Backfield and theUndefeated 1953 SeasoThe Heavenly Twins of Boston Baseball, and The Red Sox Before the Babe.

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Rockin' SteadyA Guide to Basketball and CoolWalt Frazier, Ira Berkow

For millions of basketball fans in the 1970s, Walt "Clyde" Frazier defined the word cool. One of the greatest p

guards in NBA history, Clyde guided the New York Knicks to their only two championships with a style and flaithat was wholly his own. Back in 1974, Clyde and New York Timessportswriter Ira Berkow collaborated on a

book that has become an iconic and much-sought-after piece of basketball history. Now, three decades lateRockin' Steady: A Guide to Basketball & Coolis back with an all-new introduction, afterword, and everything made it one of the most unusual sports books of all time.

Summary

Walt Frazieris the New York Knicks' color analyst on the MSG Network. Honored as one of the NBA's 50greatest players, he led the Knicks to two world championships in 1970 and 1973 and saw his jersey retired

the franchise in 1979. He lives in New York City. Ira Berkowhas been a sports columnist and feature writer the New York Timesfor more than 25 years who won the Pulitzer Prize for national reporting in 2001 and wa

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finalist for the Pulitzer for commentary in 1988. He is the author of 19 books, including the bestsellers Red: ABiography of Red Smithand Maxwell Street: Survival in a Bazaar, as well as two memoirs, Full Swingand To

Hoop. Hank Greenberg: The Story of My Life, co-written and edited by Mr. Berkow, was a primary source for

award-winning documentary The Life and Times of Hank Greenberg. He lives in New York City.



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Coach John Wooden100 Years of Greatness: 1910 -2010Matt Fulks

In 1973, John Wooden became the first person to be enshrined in the Basketball Hall of Fame as both a playe

and a coach. By 2010, the year of his death at the age of 99, he had become something of a living legend.Continually beloved by his players, with awards and athletic facilities named in his honor and his philosophiesimmortalized, the legacy of Coach Wooden was apparent well before his passing. This commemorative portra

a marvelous individual reintroduces the players he coached, his many accomplishments on and off the court,reveals the impact he had on the lives of countless others. As one of the most iconic figures in sports history

the "Wizard of Westwood" had achieved such feats as a record-setting ten NCAA basketball championships-including seven in a row. Whether celebrating his championship playing career at Purdue or his unmatchable

coaching record at UCLA, the book demonstrates that Wooden's life is one well worth remembering.

Summary

Matt Fulksis a freelance writer, editor, and cohost of the syndicated radio show Behind the Stats.He is a

regular contributor to various publications, including Metro Sportsonline and the Kansas City Star. He is the

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author or coauthor of over ten books, including Echoes of Kansas Basketball, More Than the Score, The Roa

Canton,and Super Bowl Sunday. He lives in Kansas City, Missouri.



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A Ring for the KingKing James, Shaq, and the Quest for an NBA ChampionshipDavid Lee Morgan

He's called the Chosen One. The King. He's an NBA All-Star and an NBA MVP, but there's one thing that LeBr

James lacks: a ring. Could this be the year that LeBron and the Cavaliers finally bring a world championship toCleveland? This book looks at the 2010 NBA season, as Lebron, Shaq, Mo, Delonte, and the rest of the Caval

battle for a championship season.

Summary

David Lee Morgan Jr.is an award-winning sportswriter for theAkron Beacon Journal. He has covered the

Cleveland Cavaliers and University of Akron athletics as a beat writer for the Beacon Journaland was the bewriter for the Akron Aeros, the Cleveland Indians' Double-A affiliate, from 1997 to 2003. He also was part of

Beacon Journal'scoverage during the Indians' 1997 playoff run and World Series appearance. He is the authothree other books, including LeBron James: The Rise of a Star.

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Madmen's BallThe Continuing Saga of Kobe, Phil, and the Los Angeles LakersMark Heisler, Jerry West

In this revised and expanded edition, Los Angeles Timeswriter Mark Heisler investigates the 45-year history

the Los Angeles Lakers and unveils a pattern of pampered and/or misguided players, megalomaniacal executiand owners whose obsessive drives for championships and attention combined to create an atmosphere ofconflict for decades Throughout the entire 2003-04 season, fans and the media called the L.A. Lakers the

biggest reality show in the country. But the laundry list of conflicts-the ongoing Kobe-Shaq bickering, Kobe'ssexual assault trial, Phil Jackson's final season, Gary Payton's refusal to admit his physical decline, and the lo

to Detroit in the championship-was just another year in the history of the Lakers. Madmen's Ballgoes back tthe Lakers' unceremonious arrival in Los Angeles in 1960 to show that the franchise has been embroiled in

controversy, in-house battles and personality clashes for generations.

Summary

Mark Heislercovers the NBA for the Los AngelesTimes. He has been on the professional basketball beat foryears, starting at the Philadelphia Inquirerand Bulletin, and was the winner of the Naismith Hall of Fame's Cu

Gowdy Award in 2006. He lives in Los Angeles. Jerry Westplayed for 14 seasons for the Los Angeles Lakers,leading them to nine NBA Finals and the 1972 championship. After retiring as the third-highest scorer in NBA

history, West coached the Lakers to a 145-101 record over three seasons. He became the team's generalmanager in 1982, helping to build the dynasty of the 1980s, and currently serves as the president of basketb

operations for the Memphis Grizzlies.

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arton Qty: 22ports & Recreation /asketballPO004000eries: The Good, the Bad,the Ugly

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The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly: Los Angeles LakersHeart-Pounding, Jaw-Dropping, and Gut-Wrenching Moments from Los Angeles Lakers HistorySteven Travers, Art Spander

Genuine fans take the best team moments with the less than great, and know that the games that are best

forgotten make the good moments truly shine. This monumental book of the Los Angeles Lakers documents athe best moments and personalities in the history of the team, but also unmasks the regrettably awful and th

unflinchingly ugly. In entertaining-and unsparing-fashion, this book sparkles with Lakers highlights and lowlighfrom wonderful and wacky memories to the famous and infamous. Such moments include the 33-game winninstreak of the 1960s as well as the implosion of the 2004-2005 team. Whether providing fond memories, goose

bumps, or laughs, this portrait of the team is sure to appeal to the fan who has been through it all.

Summary

Steven Traversis a sports historian and sportswriter who is the bestselling author of numerous books- includ

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One Night, Two Teamsand Barry Bonds-and has also written for StreetZebramagazine, the San Francisco

Examiner, and the Los Angeles Times. He is a former professional baseball player with Major League Baseball

teams the St. Louis Cardinals and the Oakland Athletics. He lives in San Anselmo, California. Art Spanderis award-winning sportswriter, author, and a columnist for the San Francisco Examinerand RealClearSports.com

He was awarded the McCann Award, earning him a spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame "Writer's Wing," and

has also been honored with the Masters Major Achievement Award and the PGA of America Lifetime AchievemAward. He lives in Oakland, California.



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Wade's WorldThe Flash that Ignites the HeatBooks, Triumph

Through the award-winning lens of one of South Florida's most renowned sports photographers and the intimbehind-the-scenes text of one of Miami's most prolific sportswriters, this account chronicles the season andincredible postseason in which young Dwyane Wade morphed into the greatest NBA talent since Michael JordThis full-color, 128-page collectible book delves into Wade's humble beginnings in Chicago and his unlikely clim

to superstardom from Marquette University.

Summary

Triumph Booksis a leader in quality and innovation in sports publishing. In 2000, Triumph Books launched

Triumph Books Entertainment, a specialty pop culture and current events imprint.

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ChaneyPlaying for a LegendDonald Hunt, Aaron McKie, Eddie Jones, John Chaney...

NBA stars Eddie Jones and Aaron McKie, who played together at Temple University for Hall of Fame coach Jo

Chaney, team with acclaimed journalist Donald Hunt to share their experiences, life lessons, and challengesposed and met by their demanding coach. Along the way, they reveal a hidden side to this basketball icon an

offer lessons of their own for athletes of all ages.

Summary

Donald Huntis a sportswriter for the Philadelphia Tribune who was named the Journalist of the Year by the

National Associational of Black Journalists in 2011. Aaron McKieis a former NBA player and an assistant coawith the Philadelphia 76ers. He played college basketball at Temple University under John Chaney. Eddie Jon

is a former professional basketball player who was a three- time NBA All-Star. He played college basketball atTemple University under John Chaney. John Chaneyis a former college basketball coach who won a nationatitle at Temple University in 1978. He was elected into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 2001. Bill Cosa comedian and a graduate of Temple University.

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Madmen's BallThe Inside Story of the Lakers' Dysfunctional DynastiesMark Heisler, Jerry West

Revealing the stories behind the headlines, Los Angeles Timeswriter Mark Heisler investigates the 45-year

history of the Los Angeles Lakers and unveils a pattern of pampered and/or misguided players, megalomaniacexecutives, and owners whose obsessive drives for championships and attention combined to create anatmosphere of conflict for decades Throughout the entire 2003-04 season, fans and the media called the L.A

Lakers the biggest reality show in the country. But the laundry list of conflicts-the ongoing Kobe-Shaq bickerKobe's sexual assault trial, Phil Jackson's final season, Gary Payton's refusal to admit his physical decline, an

loss to Detroit in the championship-was just another year in the history of the Lakers. Madmen's Ballgoes bto the Lakers' unceremonious arrival in Los Angeles in 1960 to show that the franchise has been embroiled in

controversy, in-house battles and personality clashes for generations.

Summary

Mark Heislercovers the NBA for the Los AngelesTimes. He has been on the professional basketball beat foryears, starting at the Philadelphia Inquirerand Bulletin, and was the winner of the Naismith Hall of Fame's Cu

Gowdy Award in 2006. He lives in Los Angeles. Jerry Westplayed for 14 seasons for the Los Angeles Lakers,leading them to nine NBA Finals and the 1972 championship. After retiring as the third-highest scorer in NBA

history, West coached the Lakers to a 145-101 record over three seasons. He became the team's generalmanager in 1982, helping to build the dynasty of the 1980s, and currently serves as the president of basketb

operations for the Memphis Grizzlies.

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WiltLarger Than LifeRobert Cherry, Jerry West

A capturing of basketball legend Wilt Chamberlain's personality and thoughts-known by relatively few people

other than family and close friends-is made available to all in this intimate biography. The author, a native ofPhiladelphia and an alumnus of Chamberlain's alma mater, spent four years researching and interviewing the m

important people in Wilt's life to produce these results.

Summary

Robert Cherryis a journalist and a former Peace Corps volunteer in the West African bush. He has been a

general assignment reporter or editor for four newspapers, including theArizona Republic, and his freelance whas appeared in the New York Timesand theJerusalem Post, among other publications. He played varsitybasketball at Wilt Chamberlain's alma mater, Overbrook High School. Jerry Westis a former Los Angeles Lake

who led the team to nine NBA Finals and the 1972 championship. He is a former Lakers coach and generalmanager and serves as the president of basketball operations for the Memphis Grizzlies.

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ChickHis Unpublished Memoirs and the Memories of Those Who Knew HimChick Hearn, Steve Springer, Jerry West, Bill Walt...

Chick Hearn was the beloved broadcaster for the Los Angeles Lakers for four decades and 3,338 consecutive

games; his previously unpublished memoirs are now available for the first time, along with a anecdotes andstories from those who knew him-and the Lakers-best. Also included is an audio CD that features Chick'sgreatest calls.

Summary

Chick Hearnwas an American sportscaster known primarily as the longtime play-by-play announcer for the

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Angeles. Steve Springeris the author of multiple books, including the New York TimesbestsellerAmerican SThe Oscar De La Hoya Story. Formerly a journalist for the Los Angeles Times, he is currently a columnist forESPN Los Angeles. Jerry Westis a former NBA player, coach, and executive who played his entire career wit

the Los Angeles Lakers. He was elected into the NBA Hall of Fame in 1980. Bill Waltonis a former NBA playewho was elected into the NBA Hall of Fame in 1993. Al Michaelstelevision sportscaster.


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Hooked on HoopsUnderstanding Black Youths' Blind Devotion to BasketballKevin McNutt

Chronicling and critiquing the passion African American males have with the NBA, this thoughtful dialogue

challenges athletes, parents, educators, the media, and the larger society to examine the obsession withbasketball. With 91 percent of NBA players being African American and only two percent of African American

community becoming doctors, dentists, and engineers, a solution for the future is desperately needed, and tbook tries to answer some of the tough questions posed by these alarming figures. Among the questions

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addressed is What happens to all the athletes who are unable to go into the NBA?and Has this obsession wibasketball robbed the African American community of talent needed in other professions?These questions aaccompanied by an examination of the attitudes and perceptions of the black sports culture.

Kevin McNuttis a journalist and entrepreneur. He lives in Suitland, Maryland.

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BasketballSkills of the GameLazlo Nemeth

Basketball is a fast, pulsing, exciting, and rewarding game at every level, but it relies on solid fundamentals.

book stresses these and the importance of drills to improve skills, particularly stopping, starting, passing, andshooting. All aspects of the game are covered, from team play and offences to fitness and footwork. The boofully illustrated with instructional photography and line drawings, and includes tips and advice tried and teste

England's national coach.

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Shoot Like the ProsThe Road to a Successful Shooting TechniqueAdam Filippi, Jerry West

Shooting is the most important fundamental skill in basketball, but despite being the skill players are the mos

willing to practice, shooting technique is perhaps the least-taught fundamental of the game. In addition, theare very few instructional basketball books dedicated exclusively to shooting. Shoot Like the Prosis perhaps

most detailed analysis of shooting mechanics, covering every aspect of shooting, ever published. Divided intoseven sections, it covers shooting mechanics, the mental aspects of shooting, free throws, game situations,strength and conditioning, teaching methods, and finally workout drills for advanced levels. Including tips from

some of the NBA's biggest stars, this is a book that will give both players and coaches at all levels properdirection on how to improve shooting technique.

Summary

Adam Filippi is the Director of International Scouting for the World Champion Los Angeles Lakers. Before joininthe Lakers in 2001, he was the youngest scout in the NBA with the New Jersey Nets in 1999, then founded a

ran Global Vision, an international scouting service that consulted with 10 NBA teams and various Europeanclubs. As a player development coach, Adam has worked with over 100 NBA and overseas professional playe

Certified Personal Trainer and Performance Enhancement Specialist by the National Academy of Sports Medic

he conducts individual training sessions, mini camps and clinics to teach fundamental basketball skills to playof all ages and levels.

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Lessons from the LegendsBeyond the X's and O'sJerry Krause, Ralph Pim

Offering valuable lessons in leadership from some of the greatest basketball coaches in history, including Joh

Summary

Chaney, Phog Allen, "Big House" Gaines, and many more, Lessons from the Legendsis a collection of leadershadvicefor both on and off the court. The greatest coaches in basketball are great for a variety of reasons:some are brilliant offensive minds; others are geniuses at creating unyielding defenses; all, however, are

exceptional leaders. No matter their methods, each coach in this book has a legacy of life and leadership thacoaches and fans alike will find worthwhile and useful.

Jerry Krauseis the director of basketball operations for Gonzaga University and has coached and taughtbasketball for more than 40 years. He has written or edited 27 coaching books and has developed more than

instructional videos. He has been inducted into the NAIA Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame and the NationalAssociation for Sports and Physical Education Hall of Fame as a coach and physical educator. Ralph Pimis aassistant professor in the Department of Physical Education at the United States Military Academy at West

Point. He serves as the director of instructional administration and is a basketball sport educator. He is theauthor of Winning Basketballand coeditor of Coaching Basketball.

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Lessons From the Legends: OffenseThe Authoritative Reference on All Aspects of Offense from the Most Respected Coaches in AmericaJerry Krause, Ralph Pim

Written for both coaches and fans who love the game, this extraordinary book features the offensive coachi

insights of 33 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame coaches, including Larry Brown, John Wooden, JodyConradt, Pete Newell, and Adolph Rupp. Each coach has his own section consisting of his legacy with bullet

points highlighting their contributions to the game, followed by their biography, a scouting report, and lessonand instruction accompanied by easy-to- read diagrams.

Summary

Jerry Krauseis the director of basketball operations for Gonzaga University and has coached and taughtbasketball for more than 40 years. He has written or edited 27 coaching books and has developed more thaninstructional videos. He has been inducted into the NAIA Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame and the National

Association for Sports and Physical Education Hall of Fame as a coach and physical educator. Ralph Pimis aassistant professor in the Department of Physical Education at the United States Military Academy at West

Point. He serves as the director of instructional administration and is a basketball sport educator. He is theauthor of Winning Basketballand coeditor of Coaching Basketball.

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Lessons From the Legends: DefenseThe Authoritative Reference on All Aspects of Defense from the Most Respected Coaches in America

Jerry Krause, Ralph Pim

Written for both coaches and fans who love the game, this extraordinary book features the defensive coachi

insights of 33 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame coaches, including Larry Brown, John Wooden, JodyConradt, Pete Newell, and Adolph Rupp. Each coach has his own section consisting of his legacy with bulletpoints highlighting their contributions to the game, followed by their biography, a scouting report, and lesson

and instruction accompanied by easy-to- read diagrams.

Summary

Jerry Krauseis the director of basketball operations for Gonzaga University and has coached and taught

basketball for more than 40 years. He has written or edited 27 coaching books and has developed more thaninstructional videos. He has been inducted into the NAIA Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame and the National

Association for Sports and Physical Education Hall of Fame as a coach and physical educator. Ralph Pimis aassistant professor in the Department of Physical Education at the United States Military Academy at WestPoint. He serves as the director of instructional administration and is a basketball sport educator. He is the

author of Winning Basketballand coeditor of Coaching Basketball.

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Basketball TrainingThe Pro's Guide to Becoming Bigger, Faster, Stronger

Media, Stack

Having spent the past years recording hundreds of training sessions by some of the NBA's best athletes, the

editors of STACK have built a library of grueling workouts, training secrets, and nutritional tips used by Ameriprofessional greats. This book gives an inside look at the best workouts, together with instructions and advic

from some of basketball's most prolific and well-conditioned players. The pros' training methods are compiled detailed workout programs, with step-by-step exercise descriptions, that will improve performance in the safand most effective ways possible. Reader's will learn of actual workouts performed by numerous high- profile

stars, including Dwight Howard, Steve Nash, Allen Iverson, Amar'e Stoudemire, Chris Paul, Kevin Durant, CarmAnthony, and more. The workouts in Basketball Training: The Pros' Guide to Becoming Bigger, Faster, Strongprovide direction on how to improve speed, strength, power, agility, flexibility, and conditioning. Readers will be inspired by encouraging stories, motivational techniques, and training perspectives be...

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STACK Mediaone of the nation's leading producers and distributors of performance, training, and lifestylecontent for active sports participants.

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