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  • Shooting Guard

    Jason Glaser

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, Aug. 15, 2010)
    Introduces the shooting guard, discusses historic and current players of the position, and shares tips for readers on becoming a future basketball star
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  • Shaquille O'Neal

    Tim Ungs

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Pub, Dec. 1, 1995)
    Chronicles the rise of NBA superstar Shaquille O'Neal, from his childhood in the projects of Newark, to his stellar college career, to his latest accomplishments
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  • Grant Hill

    Daniel Bial

    Hardcover (Chelsea House Pub, May 1, 1996)
    The life story of the first NBA rookie ever to become the leading vote-getter for an All-Star game
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  • Magic Johnson

    Steven Frank

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Pub, July 1, 1994)
    Depicting the life of Earvin "Magic" Johnson, basketball's all-time assist leader, a volume covers his success in high school, the NCAA championship, five NBA titles as a Los Angeles Laker, and retirement after becoming infected with HIV.
  • Power Forward

    Jason Glaser

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, Aug. 15, 2010)
    In basketball, play in the paint is quick and hard-hitting. Thats why power forwards are often the toughest players on the court. With their backs to the basket, power forwards protect the free-throw lane on defense and help their teammates score points on offense. Theyre also ferocious rebounders. This rousing guidebook is sure to impress basketball fans with its stunning shots of the sports greatest historic and current power forwards in action.
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  • Tim Duncan

    Dan Osier

    Library Binding (PowerKids Press, Jan. 15, 2011)
    In his long career, Duncan has emerged as both a quietly commanding team leader and one of the best power forwards of all time. His skill, hard work, and professionalism have earned him two MVP awards and many admiring fans. This exciting book will allow his young fans the chance to learn how he got his start and how he became the star player he is today.
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  • Alonzo Mourning

    Bert Rosenthal

    Hardcover (Chelsea House Pub, April 1, 1998)
    Presents the "rags-to-riches" story of Alonzo Mourning, from his humble beginnings in an orphanage to college star in Georgetown basketball to his $100 million contract with the Miami Heat
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  • Anfernee Hardaway

    Jeremy Daniels, Dennis Tuttle

    Hardcover (Chelsea House Pub, April 1, 1996)
    A biography of the young scorer whose play helped the Orlando Magic get to the NBA championship series in 1995
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  • Point Guard

    Jason Glaser

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, Aug. 15, 2010)
    Every team needs a leader, and point guards are leaders on the court! This excellent guide explores the skills and drills that are necessary to become successful at this position. Great point guards of the past and those who are currently leading their teams in the NBA are also presented. The narrative is paired with stunning action shots of the sports best point guards, as well as teens demonstrating proper point guard techniques.
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  • Center

    Jason Glaser

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, Aug. 15, 2010)
    This action-packed book takes an in-depth look at the position played by some of the tallest and strongest players in basketballfrom the games greatest scorer, Wilt Chamberlain, to current superstar Shaquille ONeal. Readers will learn all about the sports most exciting centers while viewing colorful photographs of them scoring with style. The skills and drills that are necessary to make it as a center in the NBA are comprehensively explained. Theres no doubt about it, this book is a slam dunk!
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  • Dennis Rodman

    Steven Frank, Chuck Daly

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Pub, Sept. 1, 1997)
    Describes the personal life and basketball career of the flamboyant athlete who has played with both the Detroit Pistons and the Chicago Bulls
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  • Kobe Bryant

    Robert Schnakenberg

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Pub, Dec. 1, 1998)
    Discusses the personal life and basketball career of the guard for the Los Angeles Lakers who became the youngest player in the NBA in 1996
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