basketball

Four players at the Final Four of the NCAA basketball tournament struggle with the pressures of tournament play and the expectations of society at large.

Describes the Heat basketball team, important historical dates, and famous players.

Introduces the NBA's best teams, with stories about the most memorable moments, both past and present. Includes statistics, information boxes, and more.

Brian Worth Jr. plans on trying out for his middle school's basketball team, but the trouble is he has always relied on his height to give him an advantage and that is no longer enough; but at the local senior center, where he reluctantly volunteers, he discovers a friend in George, a former player, who sets out to teach him some of the skills he is missing.

Eight-year-old EllRay Jakes, the shortest kid in class and still chosen last at recess, hones his basketball skills with Mr. Havens and earns the respect of his third-grade classmates.

Explains about the National Basketball Association, the history, the teams, playing the game, the regular season, and the playoffs.

"Explains the game of basketball, including the game's goals, positions, basic rules, and other points of interest"--Provided by publisher.

Dale Curtis, the rookie on the Jackson Eagles basketball team, struggles between his commitment to the team and his loyalty to his ex-con brother.

Fifteen-year-old Justin keeps a list of goals stashed under his mattress. Number 1 is "figure out life plans." Number 7 is "play a little basketball every day." Nowhere on that list is "take on the crew from Ghosttown," but he's not the type to back down from a challenge.

Describes the history of the Bulls, important historical notes, and famous players.