basketball players

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basketball players

Paul George

"Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard and small forward Paul George dominated six All-Star Games. He was selected for five All-NBA Teams and four NBA All-Defensive Teams. Get to know this basketball star!"--Provided by publisher.

Los Angeles Lakers

"Discover the Los Angeles Lakers' powerhouse players and biggest moments through exciting text and dynamic infographics"--Provided by publisher.

Kobe Bryant

"This biography gives readers a courtside seat to the achievements of one of basketball's greatest legends as it traces Kobe's life from childhood to his five NBA championships to his successful career outside of the game to his tragic death and lasting legacy."--Provided by publisher.

Stephen Curry

basketball star
"Describes the life and career of National Basketball Association Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry"--Provided by publisher.

Join the team!

LeBron James joins Bugs Bunny and other cartoon characters to form a basketball team.

Michael Jordan

"One of five siblings, Little Michael grew up facing competition in every game he played. When he failed to make the school basketball squad, he trained all summer long. The next year, he was the star of the team, and went on to become the most famous player of all time. By working hard to be the best, Michael encourages us to always shoot for our dreams. This . . . story of the athlete and businessman features a fact and photo section at the back"--Back cover.

Russell Westbrook

Looks at the life of professional basketball player Russell Westbrook.

Michael Jordan

basketball superstar
2021
"Michael Jordan, . . . [a] basketball superstar, dominated the sport for years. From a set of three-peat victories to a key spot on the Dream Team, his position as one of the greatest players of all time is indisputable. But how did the basketball great go from being cut during tryouts for his high school basketball team to earning a spot in the Basketball Hall of Fame? Follow along as Michael grows from athletic kid, to star college player, to NBA Rookie of the Year and beyond"--Provided by publisher.
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Brothers on three

a true story of family, resistance, and hope on a reservation in Montana
2021
The author follows two high school boys who have just helped bring a state basketball championship to the Flathead Indian Reservation. Following that win, the boys are now seniors and trying to balance the pressures of community, school, and growing up. The author shows how to boys grow into their own while remaining connected to their community on the reservation.
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Marshmallow & Jordan

2021
"Jordan's days as star player for her school's basketball team ended when an accident left her paralyzed...Now, she's still the team captain, but her competition days seem to be behind her...until an encounter with a mysterious elephant, who she names Marshmallow, helps Jordan discover a brand new sport. Will water polo be the way for Jordan to continue her athletic dreams--or will it just come between Jordan and her best friends on the basketball team?"--.
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