LeBron James: NBA Champion examines the life and career of a player who's been in the spotlight since he was in middle school and rose out of poverty to become an NBA champion, Olympic gold medalist, and world-famous philanthropist. Features include a timeline, a glossary, further readings, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a...

Looks at the life and career of the basketball superstar, from his youth in Wilmington, North Carolina to his NBA championships.

The true story of the high-flying Harlem Globetrotters -- the team that changed basketball forever. In this book you will find one-finger ball-spinning, rapid-fire mini-dribbling, and a ricochet head shot! You will find skilled athletes, expert players, and electrifying performers -- all rolled into one! You will find nonstop, give-it-all-you've-got, out-to-win-it, sky's-the-limit BASKETBALL! You will find The Harlem Globetrotters, who played...

Examines the life and basketball career of the high-scoring player with the Chicago Bulls, who made a brief attempt to play minor league baseball in 1994.

"Following Zion Williamson's record-breaking season at Duke University and his electric NBA debut, basketball fans are already calling him the NBA's Crown Prince, drawing comparisons to all-time greats like Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Kobe Bryant. Now a New Orleans Pelican, he's set out to prove that he truly deserves to be the new King of Basketball. But for all the expectations and accolades, Zion remains a humble, dedicated teammate, and...

A brief biography of the basketball superstar, Michael Jordan, from his childhood in North Carolina through his career with the Chicago Bulls to his status as one of the sport's fifty greatest players.

"This title explores the life of Maya Moore, from her early days playing basketball to her triumphs at the highest level. The title also features informative sidebars, fun facts and quotes, a glossary, and further resources."--Publisher's website.

Growing up in Akron, Ohio, Lebron James had trouble fitting in, because he was constantly changing schools. He was able to focus on sports and school and was picked first in the 2003 NBA Draft. He has now won two NBA championships. The Quotes from the Greatest Athletes series profiles and celebrates successful athletes. Each book explores the inspirational words of a well-known athlete and provides an overview of the person's achievements.This is...

"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 inspiring story of the athlete and businessman features a fact and photo section at the back"--Page...

Examines the life and achievements of Derrick Rose, a professional basketball player with the Chicago Bulls