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In Fred VanVleet: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball’s Underdogs, you'll learn the inspirational story of one of basketball's underdogs, Fred VanVleet. Despite going undrafted in the 2016 NBA Draft, Fred VanVleet carved quite a name for himself as a key member of the 2019 NBA champion Toronto Raptors. It's hard to believe that just a few years before that historic run, VanVleet was chipping away at finding a role in the league. Much has changed since his first year in the league, as VanVleet is now considered one of the most important pieces of the Raptors' rotation.

Nav immigrated to Canada from India after experiencing many hardships—only to face a host of new challenges. Life as an immigrant was gruelling and grey . . . and then, a new basketball team came to town. As Nav cheered on the Toronto Raptors at game after game, as they lost, as they won, on the good days and the bad, he discovered inspiration and community in the greatest game on Earth, formed life-long bonds with many of the best players the sport has ever known, and solidified his own place in the Basketball Hall of Fame.

Highlighted by the ESPN basketball documentary Black Magic, Ben Jobe's life and philosophy are captured in Staying Ahead of the Posse. This is history in the flesh, the history of basketball and the Civil Rights Movement, of desegregation and economic exploitation, of African independence and the modern-day plantation that is the American sports industry in general and the NCAA in particular. Ben's 40-plus years of coaching, teaching, nurturing, and mentoring intersected with and was influenced by all those factors.

Derrick Rose is one of the best basketball players on the planet. Most people know that he is a dominating guard on the Chicago Bulls out of the University of Memphis but, in order to truly understand Derrick Rose, you must first understand where he came from. Derrick Rose: An Unauthorized Biography explores Rose's upbringing, his high school and college basketball careers, and details his breakthrough into the NBA, all the way through his 2012 playoff injury against Philadelphia.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of basketball superstar Kevin Durant. If you're reading this, then you must be a Kevin Durant fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Kevin Durant is considered one of the greatest basketball players in the world, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his career.

Hoop Dreams Fulfilled is a detailed, first-person account of an athlete's failures and struggles on his way to playing professional basketball. Through in-depth experiences, Tyson Hartnett describes his journey playing basketball starting in fourth grade, through high school, college, and eventually professionally overseas. He profiles his mistakes and failures and his eventual redemption.

Learn the inspiring story of the Detroit Pistons' star center Andre Drummond! In Andre Drummond: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Dominant Centers, you will learn the inspirational story of one of basketball's premier emerging centers, Andre Drummond. Andre Drummond has played a pivotal role in the reemergence of the Detroit Pistons as a threat in the Eastern Conference under the direction of Stan Van Gundy.

In Al Horford: The Inspirational Story of One of Basketball's Most Well-Rounded Power Forwards, you will learn the inspirational story of one of basketball's premier power forwards, Al Horford. When Horford entered the league, he was already a two-time champion as a member of the 2006 and 2007 Florida Gator teams led by Billy Donovan. As the third overall pick in the 2007 NBA draft, Horford entered the league with many setting high expectations for him.

In Paul Pierce: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Greatest Small Forwards, you will learn the inspirational story of one of basketball's premier small forwards, Paul Pierce. Since joining the NBA as the 10th overall pick in the 1998 NBA Draft, Paul Pierce has solidified his legacy as one of the most impressive small forwards to ever play the game, having led the Boston Celtics alongside Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen to the 2008 NBA Championship.

In this book, you will learn the inspirational story of one of basketball's greatest ambassadors, Yao Ming. Yao Ming was the face of the Houston Rockets franchise alongside Tracy McGrady. Throughout the 2000s, the duo led the Rockets in a tough Western Conference. While Yao ultimately was forced to retire early due to injuries, the impact he left on the game at an international level was profound.

Tony Parker is one of the best point guards of his generation. He is an All-Star and a champion. Despite his relatively small size, he is consistently among the league leaders in "points in the paint". Most fans are aware of his exceptional quickness and toughness, but in order to truly understand Tony Parker, you must first understand where he came from. This audiobook explores Parker's upbringing and international career, and details his breakthrough into the NBA, all the way through the end of the 2013-14 season.

In LaMarcus Aldridge: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Most Dominant Power Forwards, you will learn the inspirational story of one of basketball's premier power forwards, LaMarcus Aldridge. Since joining the NBA, LaMarcus Aldridge has demanded respect from defenses across the league for his ability to stretch the floor and score efficiently as a big man. While he started his career with the Portland Trailblazers, he signed as a free agent with the San Antonio Spurs as arguably the most coveted free agent of 2015.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of basketball superstar Paul George. If you're reading this, then you must be a Paul George fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Paul George is considered as one of the greatest basketball players in the world, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his young career.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of basketball superstar Carmelo Anthony. If you're reading this, then you must be a Carmelo Anthony fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Carmelo Anthony is considered as one of the greatest basketball players in the world, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his career.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of basketball superstar Chris Paul. If you're reading this, then you must be a Chris Paul fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Chris Paul is considered as one of the greatest basketball players in the world, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his career.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of basketball superstar Derrick Rose. If you're reading this, then you must be a Derrick Rose fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Derrick Rose is considered as one of the greatest basketball players in the world, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his career.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of basketball superstar James Harden. If you're reading this then you must be a James Harden fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. James is considered one of the greatest basketball players in the world, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his young career.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of basketball superstar Dwight Howard. If you're reading this, then you must be a Dwight Howard fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Dwight Howard is considered as one of the greatest basketball players in the world, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his career.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of basketball superstar Russell Westbrook. If you're reading this, you must be a Russell Westbrook fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Russ is considered one of the greatest basketball players in the world, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his young career.

Joakim Noah: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Greatest Defensive Centers is a short, unauthorized biography of Joakim Noah highlighting his rise to stardom since an early age, when he was raised by two athletic parents. Joakim Noah's heart and passion for the game of basketball are what make fans adore him. His fiery spirit carries over into the way his teammates play collectively as a united front.