Braun, Eric
Summary: "Explains important statistics and their history in the sport of basketball"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2016
Copies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J796.32 BRAGitlin, Marty
Summary: "From humble beginnings to one of the world's most popular sports leagues, the NBA has provided thrills to millions of fans since the 1940s. Inside the NBA tells the story of each NBA team, its origins, its successes and failures, and its all-star players and most popular coaches. This NBA series will get you up to speed on your favorite team with fascinating facts and stats, exciting...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: SportsZone, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2023
Copies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 GITSmith, Elliott
Summary: "Did Wilt Chamberlain really score 100 points by himself in a single game? Was the 1985 NBA Draft really fixed to make sure the New York Knicks got the first pick? Was Michael Jordan really let go by his high school basketball team? Get ready to discover the real stories behind these and other great basketball myths and legends!"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2023
Copies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 SMIFlynn, Brendan
Summary: "Basketball is filled with great plays from strong players-like Russell Westbrook's record-breaking triple-doubles in 2021 and Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi's hard-to-beat Olympic gold medals. In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, young readers can experience these exciting moments and other record-breaking achievements in basketball. Fast-paced and fact-filled, this collection of record smashers...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2024
Sorry, no copies available
Place a hold to request this item.Goldsberry, Kirk Patrick
Summary: Goldsberry's spatial and visual analyses of players, teams, and positions have helped teams understand who really is the most valuable player at any position. In this book, he combines stunning visuals, in-depth analysis, behind-the-scenes stories and gee-whiz facts to chart a modern revolution. He shows that, from the introduction of the 3-point line to today, the game has changed drastically....
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2019
Copies Available at Fife Lake
1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 796.323 GOLBowen, Fred
Summary: "The story of the National Basketball Association from its origins through the major events and players who made basketball what it is today"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Margaret K. McElderry Books 2022
Copies Available at Kingsley
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 BOWRogers, Amy B.
Summary: How can a girl go from playing basketball in gym class to becoming a WNBA superstar? The journey starts by learning as much as possible about the sport of basketball. Through manageable text, a detailed graphic organizer, and fun fact boxes, readers explore basketball basics. They also discover stories of some of the most famous women to ever play the game. Full-color photographs show girls and...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2017
Copies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 ROGHoehn, Jim
Summary: "This title tells the story of the Women's National Basketball Association, from its founding in the 1990s to its status today as a world-class showcase for basketball talent. Readers will learn about the league's stars, teams, and coaches, as well as player efforts to earn higher pay. Features include infographics, a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index."--Amazon.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2021
Copies Available at Fife Lake
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 HOEHelget, Nicole Lea
Summary: "Basketball is much more than jump shots, no-look passes, and slam dunks. It's a stunning spectacle where basketball, science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics meet."--Page 4 cover.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2019
Copies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 HELDonnelly, Patrick
Summary: "From humble beginnings to one of the world's most popular sports leagues, the NBA has provided thrills to millions of fans since the 1940s. Inside the NBA tells the story of each NBA team, its origins, its successes and failures, and its all-star players and most popular coaches. This NBA series will get you up to speed on your favorite team with fascinating facts and stats, exciting...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: SportsZone, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2023
Copies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 DONGraves, Will
Summary: "This title tells the story of the National Basketball Association, from its founding more than 70 years ago to its status today as a world-class showcase for basketball talent. Readers will learn about the league's stars, coaches, and dynasties, as well as its growth and how it has embraced international players. Features include infographics, a glossary, websites, source notes, and an...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2021
Copies Available at Fife Lake
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 GRAHowell, Brian
Summary: "From humble beginnings to one of the world's most popular sports leagues, the NBA has provided thrills to millions of fans since the 1940s. Inside the NBA tells the story of each NBA team, its origins, its successes and failures, and its all-star players and most popular coaches. This NBA series will get you up to speed on your favorite team with fascinating facts and stats, exciting...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: SportsZone, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2022
Copies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 HOWHewson, Anthony K.
Summary: "From humble beginnings to one of the world's most popular sports leagues, the NBA has provided thrills to millions of fans since the 1940s. Inside the NBA tells the story of each NBA team, its origins, its successes and failures, and its all-star players and most popular coaches. This NBA series will get you up to speed on your favorite team with fascinating facts and stats, exciting...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: SportsZone, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2023
Copies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 HEWDriscoll, Martin
Summary: "Think pro basketball begins with the opening tipoff? Think again! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, go behind the scenes of a typical game day in professional basketball-from cleaning the hardcourt and mascot madness to locker room pep talks and postgame interviews. This fast-paced, fact-filled books will give basketball fans off all ages a totally fresh perspective on big-time basketball"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2023
Copies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 DRIFoxe, Steve
Summary: "Young sports fans will discover basketball's most signature moves and celebrations in this action-packed book from Sports Illustrated Kids. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's skyhook. LeBron James' chalk toss. Steph Curry's pull-up three-pointer. These are some of basketball's most signature moves and celebrations! In this high-interest book, discover the history behind these iconic moves and many...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2024
Copies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 FOXAbdo, Kenny
Summary: Log in and learn about the exciting world of esports with these thrilling and informative books. Readers will learn about the history, league highlights, and top teams for games like Fortnite, Rocket League, and NBA 2K!
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Fly!, an imprint of Abdo Zoom, 2023
Copies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 794.8 ABDCoy, John
Summary: Discover the true story of how James Naismith invented basketball in 1891 at a school in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Carolrhoda Books 2013
Copies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J796.323 COYNagelhout, Ryan
Summary: Basketball is the perfect sport for a young sports enthusiast to dive into. The fast-paced game makes for an exciting sport, and early readers will jump right in and experience a big game atmosphere in this exciting book. Readers learn the basics of the game such as dribbling and shooting, readers will experience the joys of sports and establish early ideas about teamwork while establishing...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2015
Copies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 NAGSantos, Gloria
Summary: Dribble, shoot, score. Playing basketball is a great way to have fun with friends. It's also the perfect way to stay active. Readers hit the court with an engaging narrator in this exciting narrative about a basketball game. A city park offers a familiar setting, and each scene is beautifully illustrated in vibrant color. Emergent readers will find the age-appropriate text easy to read....
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2018
Sorry, no copies available
Place a hold to request this item.Rogers, Amy B.
Summary: Looks at the different positions in basketball, describing how they work together to help the team win.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2023
Copies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 ROGYomtov, Nelson
Summary: People in nearly every country on Earth love the high-scoring, fast-paced thrills of basketball. Readers will find out what they need to get started playing this action-packed game and how they can improve their skills. They will also discover how basketball was first invented, how it grew to become a global sensation, and how its greatest players have changed the way the game is played .
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2017
Copies Available at East Bay
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 YOMCopies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J796.323 YOMSmibert, Angie
Summary: This title examines the STEM concepts that make basketball so exciting. From the physics of jump shots to the technology of computer simulations, chapters bring STEM concepts to life. The title also features sidebars on STEM in action, a glossary, and further resources.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: SportsZone, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2018
Copies Available at Woodmere
2 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 SMIClausen-Grace, Nicki
Summary: "With powerful infographics and leveled text, explores modern pro basketball superstars"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Black Rabbit Books 2018
Copies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 CLAChandler, Matt
Summary: "Describes the science behind the sport of basketball"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2016