Books with title Kobe Bryant: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Greatest Shooting Guards

Learn the Incredible Story of Los Angeles Lakers' Legend Kobe Bryant!Read on your PC, Mac, smartphone, tablet or Kindle device! One of many riveting reads in the Basketball Biography Books series. An Amazon Best Seller, Kobe Bryant: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Greatest Shooting Guards, details the inspirational story of basketball's legendary star, Kobe Bryant. Kobe Bryant was the face of the Lakers dynasty for the past two decades and for good reason. Few players have commanded a basketball court as much as Kobe in historical performances such as his notable 81-point performance in just under 42 minutes of playing time in 2006 against the Toronto Raptors. While the 2015-2016 NBA season marked the end to Kobe’s storied career, the Black Mamba’s legacy will never be forgotten. Few players can parallel Kobe Bryant in terms of competitive fire and will to win. His polarizing figure defines him and makes even those who do not like him at the very least respect him. Read on to learn about the days of when Kobe played alongside Shaquille O’Neal, Robert Horry, Metta World Peace, Derek Fisher, and Pau Gasol in some of the greatest times of Los Angeles Lakers’ basketball history.Get this basketball book if you're looking for an entertaining afternoon read or an affordable gift for your basketball fan.Here is a preview of what is inside this Kobe Bryant biography book:Early Life and ChildhoodHigh School YearsKobe's NBA Career with the LakersKobe Personal LifeKobe’s Impact on Basketball and BeyondThe Black Mamba’s LegacyAn excerpt from this Kobe Bryant biography: When Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant gave himself the nickname Black Mamba, everyone wondered why he chose to liken himself to a reptile.The Black Mamba is one of the fastest and most deadly snakes in the world. It was also the codename used by Uma Thurman's assassin character in the Quentin Tarantino movie Kill Bill. And yes, Black Mamba was also the boxing nickname given to Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s uncle, Roger Mayweather. For sure, Bryant never wanted a part of the Mayweather’s so it must have been that Tarantino movie that got into him. It turns out that Bryant did in fact watch Kill Bill and was so intrigued by the codename Black Mamba that he said he checked out the snake. Upon reading up on the mamba, Bryant decided that it was the perfect description of how he wanted his game to be. The Black Mamba is said to have a 99% striking accuracy at maximum speed and in rapid succession. Bryant said it's the kind of surgical precision that he wants in his game. Kobe Bryant has always been known as a perfectionist and a player who despite being great wants strives to be the greatest.Bryant also talks about the Black Mamba mentality in which he says one has to "figure it out no matter what comes, whether its hell or high water." This resilient attitude has been at the core of Bryant's game, and it's what has made him bounce back from the many obstacles he has faced on and off the court.Kobe Bryant is one of the most popular basketball players on the planet. He is, without a doubt, one of the greatest scorers in the game and one of the most lethal offensive weapons that has ever graced the NBA's courts. However, Kobe Bryant isn't all about scoring points. He is a winner and he has proved that he can win on his own. Bryant isn’t just about basketball either. He is also a million dollar businessperson and a worldwide icon. More importantly, Bryant is a husband, a father, and a son. Like all of us, he is only human and has committed many mistakes in his life.Tags: Kobe Bryant, Los Angeles Lakers, The Black Mamba, Kobe, Shaquille O’Neal, Shaq, Lakers basketball, Magic Johnson, Wilt Chamberlain, Michael Jordan

Learn the Incredible Story of Los Angeles Lakers' Legend Kobe Bryant!Read on your PC, Mac, smartphone, tablet or Kindle device! One of many riveting reads in the Basketball Biography Books series. An Amazon Best Seller, Kobe Bryant: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Greatest Shooting Guards, details the inspirational story of basketball's legendary star, Kobe Bryant. Kobe Bryant was the face of the Lakers dynasty for the past two decades and for good reason. Few players have commanded a basketball court as much as Kobe in historical performances such as his notable 81-point performance in just under 42 minutes of playing time in 2006 against the Toronto Raptors. While the 2015-2016 NBA season marked the end to Kobe’s storied career, the Black Mamba’s legacy will never be forgotten. Few players can parallel Kobe Bryant in terms of competitive fire and will to win. His polarizing figure defines him and makes even those who do not like him at the very least respect him. Read on to learn about the days of when Kobe played alongside Shaquille O’Neal, Robert Horry, Metta World Peace, Derek Fisher, and Pau Gasol in some of the greatest times of Los Angeles Lakers’ basketball history.Get this basketball book if you're looking for an entertaining afternoon read or an affordable gift for your basketball fan.Here is a preview of what is inside this Kobe Bryant biography book:Early Life and ChildhoodHigh School YearsKobe's NBA Career with the LakersKobe Personal LifeKobe’s Impact on Basketball and BeyondThe Black Mamba’s LegacyAn excerpt from this Kobe Bryant biography: When Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant gave himself the nickname Black Mamba, everyone wondered why he chose to liken himself to a reptile.The Black Mamba is one of the fastest and most deadly snakes in the world. It was also the codename used by Uma Thurman's assassin character in the Quentin Tarantino movie Kill Bill. And yes, Black Mamba was also the boxing nickname given to Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s uncle, Roger Mayweather. For sure, Bryant never wanted a part of the Mayweather’s so it must have been that Tarantino movie that got into him. It turns out that Bryant did in fact watch Kill Bill and was so intrigued by the codename Black Mamba that he said he checked out the snake. Upon reading up on the mamba, Bryant decided that it was the perfect description of how he wanted his game to be. The Black Mamba is said to have a 99% striking accuracy at maximum speed and in rapid succession. Bryant said it's the kind of surgical precision that he wants in his game. Kobe Bryant has always been known as a perfectionist and a player who despite being great wants strives to be the greatest.Bryant also talks about the Black Mamba mentality in which he says one has to "figure it out no matter what comes, whether its hell or high water." This resilient attitude has been at the core of Bryant's game, and it's what has made him bounce back from the many obstacles he has faced on and off the court.Kobe Bryant is one of the most popular basketball players on the planet. He is, without a doubt, one of the greatest scorers in the game and one of the most lethal offensive weapons that has ever graced the NBA's courts. However, Kobe Bryant isn't all about scoring points. He is a winner and he has proved that he can win on his own. Bryant isn’t just about basketball either. He is also a million dollar businessperson and a worldwide icon. More importantly, Bryant is a husband, a father, and a son. Like all of us, he is only human and has committed many mistakes in his life.Tags: Kobe Bryant, Los Angeles Lakers, The Black Mamba, Kobe, Shaquille O’Neal, Shaq, Lakers basketball, Magic Johnson, Wilt Chamberlain, Michael Jordan

Learn the Incredible Story of Los Angeles Laker Kobe Bryant! In Kobe Bryant: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Greatest Shooting Guards, you'll read about the inspirational story of basketball's star, Kobe Bryant. Kobe Bryant has been the face of the Lakers dynasty for the past two decades and for good reason. Few players have commanded a basketball court as much as Kobe in historical performances such as his notable 81-point performance in just under 42 minutes of playing time in 2006 against the Toronto Raptors. Whenever Kobe Bryant decides to retire, he is not going to do so on his own terms as one of the greatest basketball players of all time. Few players can parallel with Kobe Bryant in terms of competitive fire and will to win. His polarizing figure defines him and makes even those who do not like him at the very least respect him. Read on to learn about the days of when Kobe played alongside Shaquille O'Neal, Robert Horry, Metta World Peace, Derek Fisher, and Pau Gasol in some of the greatest times of Los Angeles Lakers' basketball history. Here is a preview of what is inside this book: Early Life and Childhood High School Years Kobe Personal Life Kobe's Impact on Basketball and Beyond The Black Mamba's Legacy

Learn the incredible story of basketball superstar Allen Iverson! In Allen Iverson: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Greatest Shooting Guards, you'll read about the inspirational story of basketball's premier shooting guard, Allen Iverson. Allen Iverson redefined the shooting guard position role in the late 1990s and entering in the 2000s. In an age filled with greats like Kobe Bryant, Steve Nash, Reggie Miller, and Tim Duncan, Iverson played in one of the most exciting eras of modern basketball. While the Philadelphia 76ers failed to win a ring during Iverson's tenure, they played some of the most incredible playoff series in NBA history and made it to the NBA Finals in 2000-2001 before ultimately falling to the Los Angeles Lakers. While he may have been controversial in his time playing the game due to what some perceived as an attitude, Allen Iverson always played the game his way, from the very first day he stepped into the NBA until the very last time he stepped off. Allen Iverson remains highly respected by guards all around the league due to the way he redefined the shooting guard position and what was possible for a shooting guard. He was and remains to this day one of the most pure shooting guards to play the game. Here is a preview of what is inside this book: Early Life and Childhood College Years at Georgetown AI's NBA Career Iverson's Personal Life Allen Iverson's Impact on Basketball and Beyond Iverson's Legacy

Learn the Incredible Story of Miami Heat All-Star Dwyane Wade!Read on your PC, Mac, smartphone, tablet or Kindle device! One of many riveting reads in the Basketball Biography Books series by Clayton Geoffreys.Newly revised to reflect his retirement, in Dwyane Wade: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Greatest Shooting Guards, you'll read about the inspirational story of basketball's star, Dwyane Wade. Dwyane Wade served as the face of the Miami Heat franchise for over a decade, having led the Heat to an incredible 2006 NBA Championship alongside Shaquille O'Neal. Aside from his accomplishments early in his career, Wade also cemented his legacy in basketball as a member of the Big Three, when LeBron James, Chris Bosh, and Wade united as members of the Miami Heat from the 2010-2011 NBA season to the 2013-2014 NBA season. In the four years they played together, they collectively led the Heat to the NBA Finals in every year, winning two championships together.Wade retired at the conclusion of the 2018-2019 NBA season as one of the most decorated Miami Heat players in franchise history. He was a three-time champion and a thirteen-time All-Star. Pick up a copy of this basketball chapter book if you're looking for a motivational read as a sports fan, or for a basketball fan.Here is a preview of what is inside this Dwyane Wade biography book:IntroductionChildhood and Early YearsHigh School CareerNBA CareerGetting DraftedRookie SeasonTeaming up with Shaq, First All-Star SeasonFirst NBA Championship, Finals MVPChampionship Hangover, Injuries and StrugglesMore Injuries, Worst Record in the LeagueSuccessful Return, Scoring ChampionPrelude Season, the Calm Before the StormEnter LeBron James and Chris Bosh, The Big Three EraSecond NBA ChampionshipBack-to-Back NBA ChampionshipsFourth Straight NBA Finals AppearanceExit LeBron, Missing the PlayoffsBack to the Playoff Hunt, Final Season with the Miami HeatThe Chicago HomecomingReuniting with LeBron, Coming Back Home to the Miami HeatThe Last DanceWade's Personal LifeWade's LegacyAn excerpt from this Dwyane Wade biography: No player in the history of the NBA has done as much for the Miami Heat organization as one man in particular. That is why the Heat franchise has become synonymous with that player’s name. The player in question is Dwyane Wade. Ever since entering the NBA in 2003, D-Wade, as he is commonly called, has transformed the Miami Heat franchise from being cellar-dwellers to a team to be contended with in the NBA. He has put the Heat organization on the NBA map with his terrific scoring, leadership abilities, and his penchant for winning titles.A surefire difference-maker who can do it all on the court for the Heat, whether in scoring, passing, rebounding, or defending, Dwyane Wade has been one of the best players the NBA has seen in this generation. Nicknamed “The Flash,” Wade runs the floor as fast as a race horse and can finish with a flourish at the basket despite being a lot smaller than most of the men he clashes with at the rim. With his superior dribbling abilities and point guard instincts, Wade can dictate the tempo of the game just by making plays for his teammates. And despite his height of merely 6’4”, Wade has hops high enough to block baskets at the rim, and he is widely regarded as the best shot-blocking guard in the history of the NBA.Tags: Dwyane Wade, Dwyane wade book, carmelo anthony, lebron james, derrick rose, kobe bryant, kevin love, chris bosh, chris paul, amare stoudemire, miami heat, kevin durant

Learn the inspiring story of the legendary point guard Jason Kidd! In Jason Kidd: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Greatest Point Guards, you will learn the inspirational story of one of basketball's premier point guards. Jason Kidd was easily one of the best point guards to play the game of basketball throughout the 2000s. With an extraordinary ability to pass the ball at precisely the right time, Kidd was like Steve Nash in that he made the teammates around him fundamentally better. Being an NBA Champion (with the Dallas Mavericks in 2011), 10-time All-Star and five-time All-NBA First Team member, Jason Kidd's passing and rebounding abilities made him feared by opponents. He corralled triple-doubles years before flashy athletic point guards like Russell Westbrook began doing so. Here is a preview of what is inside this book: Childhood and Early Life High School Career College Career Jason Kidd's NBA Career Getting Drafted Rookie Campaign First All-Star Season Tensions in Dallas, the Trade to Phoenix, Fresh Start with the Suns, First Playoff Appearance First Full Season with Phoenix, Igniting the Scorching Suns Shortened Season, Another First Round Exit Breaking Through to the Second Round Final Season in Phoenix The Trade to New Jersey, Reaching the NBA Finals Second Consecutive Finals Appearance Teaming Up with Vince Carter Leading a Trio with Carter and Jefferson Final Stretch in New Jersey, the Return to Dallas Contending as a Mav First and Only NBA Championship Final Season with Dallas Stop at the Big

Learn the incredible story of Miami Heat all-star Dwyane Wade! In Dwyane Wade: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Greatest Shooting Guards, you'll hear about the inspirational story of basketball's star, Dwyane Wade. Dwyane Wade has served as the face of the Miami Heat franchise for over a decade, having led the Heat to an incredible 2006 NBA Championship alongside Shaquille O'Neal. Aside from his accomplishments early in his career, Wade also cemented his legacy in basketball as a member of the Big Three, when LeBron James, Chris Bosh, and Wade united as members of the Miami Heat from the 2010-2011 NBA season to the 2013-2014 NBA season. In the four years they played together, they collectively led the Heat to the NBA Finals in every year they played together, winning two championships together. Here is a preview of what is inside this book: Introduction Childhood and early years High school career NBA career Getting drafted Rookie season Teaming up with Shaq, first All-Star season First NBA Championship, Finals MVP Championship hangover, injuries and struggles More injuries, worst record in the league Successful return, scoring champion Prelude season, the calm before the storm Enter LeBron James and Chris Bosh, the Big Three era Second NBA Championship Back-to-Back NBA championships Fourth straight NBA Finals appearance Exit LeBron, missing the playoffs Back to the playoff hunt Wade's personal life Wade's future and legacy

Learn the Incredible Story of Basketball Superstar James Harden! In James Harden: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Premier Shooting Guards, you'll read about the inspirational story of one of basketball's premier shooting guards James Harden. James Harden has been making a splash playing in the National Basketball Association for the Houston Rockets. In this short book, we will learn about how James became the star shooting guard that he is today. Starting first with a look into his childhood and early life, we'll learn about James Harden prior to entering the NBA, along with his time in the NBA as a sixth man for the Oklahoma City Thunder behind Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant to his time leading the Houston Rockets. James Harden has revitalized and ignited a fire in Houston, leading the Rockets alongside Dwight Howard into the 2013-214 NBA Playoffs. It will be exhilarating to see how James and the Rockets do in this year's NBA playoffs. Here is a preview of what is inside this book: Early Life and Childhood High School Years of James Harden College Years at Arizona State James Harden: Draft Bust? Harden's NBA Career Fear the Beard and Unique Fashion Style Impact on Basketball and Beyond James Harden's Legacy

Learn the Incredible Story of Basketball Superstar Allen Iverson!Read on your PC, Mac, smartphone, tablet or Kindle device! One of many riveting reads in the Basketball Biography Books series. In Allen Iverson: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball’s Greatest Shooting Guards, you'll read about the inspirational story of basketball's premier shooting guard, Allen Iverson. Allen Iverson redefined the shooting guard position role in the late 1990s and entering in the 2000s. In an age filled with greats like Kobe Bryant, Steve Nash, Reggie Miller, and Tim Duncan, Iverson played in one of the most exciting eras of modern basketball. While the Philadelphia 76ers failed to win a ring during Iverson’s tenure, they played some of the most incredible playoff series in NBA history and made it to the NBA Finals in 2000-2001 before ultimately falling to the Los Angeles Lakers. While he may have been controversial in his time playing the game due to what some perceived as an attitude, Allen Iverson always played the game his way, from the very first day he stepped into the NBA until the very last time he stepped off. Allen Iverson remains highly respected by guards all around the league due to the way he redefined the shooting guard position and what was possible for a shooting guard. He was and remains to this day one of the most pure shooting guards to play the game.Get this basketball book on Allen Iverson today to learn his inspiring story, or get it as a gift for your basketball fan.Here is a preview of what is inside this Allen Iverson book:Early Life and ChildhoodCollege Years at GeorgetownAI’s NBA CareerIverson’s Personal LifeAllen Iverson’s Impact on Basketball and BeyondIverson’s LegacyAn excerpt from this book on Allen Iverson's story:To discuss Allen Iverson is to discuss the importance of narratives in basketball. No NBA player’s legacy has been so starkly divided between those who hail Iverson and those who disdain him.On one side, Allen Iverson was a fearsome, relentless warrior. Despite subpar supporting casts throughout his career, he fought and bled for victory every single game. He had an unparalleled will to win, and inspired fanatical loyalty in his teammates. In one of the greatest performances in NBA history, he stole Game 1 of the NBA Finals against one of the greatest NBA teams ever, the 2001 Los Angeles Lakers. It was Los Angeles’s only defeat on their road to the 2001 championship, and the victory epitomized Iverson’s heart and will. He won a MVP award in 2001, averaged 30 points per game year in and year out, and is without a doubt the greatest little man in NBA history. On the other side, Allen Iverson was a selfish and arrogant team-killer. The subpar supporting casts were in fact a perfect fit for his talents. Iverson’s will only showed when he could dominate the ball as much as he liked, and he promptly threw temper tantrums otherwise. That 2001 MVP should have gone to eventual Finals MVP Shaquille O’Neal, and while that Game 1 performance was impressive, the reality is that the 2001 Philadelphia 76ers squad would have never made it to the NBA Finals if they had not played in a miserable Eastern Conference. He scored many points, but with his flaws and temperament, he was utterly incapable of playing on a championship team.Tags: allen iverson, philadelphia 76ers, eric snow, michael carter-williams, nerlens noel, kobe bryant, tracy mcgrady, carmelo anthony, andre iguodala, derrick rose, steve nash, basketball crossover, nba greats, AI3

Learn the Inspiring Story of the Houston Rockets' Superstar, James Harden!Read on your PC, Mac, smartphone, tablet or Kindle device! One of many riveting reads in the Basketball Biography Books series by Clayton Geoffreys.Newly updated through the midpoint of the 2019-2020 season, James Harden: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Premier Shooting Guards explores the inspirational story of one of basketball's premier shooting guards James Harden. Harden has made a splash playing in the National Basketball Association for the Houston Rockets. In this new edition, we will learn about how James became the star shooting guard that he is today, as well as relive his memorable 2018 MVP season. Starting first with a look into his childhood and early life, we'll learn about James Harden prior to entering the NBA, along with his time in the NBA as a sixth man for the Oklahoma City Thunder behind Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant to his time leading the Houston Rockets and reunion with Russell Westbrook. James Harden has established himself as one of the top five shooting guards in the game today, alongside legends like Kobe Bryant. Harden has played so exceptionally well that he was recognized as league MVP in 2018. For a man who once was just another college basketball player for the Arizona State Sun Devils, James Harden has come a long way in his basketball career.James Harden has revitalized and ignited a fire in Houston leading the Rockets. The James Harden trade from Oklahoma City may go down as one of the biggest mistakes by the Thunder organization of the recent era. While Harden still has areas to improve upon on the defensive end, his offensive abilities have been lauded around the league.Pick up this unauthorized basketball biography today to learn the inspiring story behind All-Star, James Harden! This is the perfect basketball chapter book for sports fans of all ages.This basketball book explores what makes James Harden great, and what we can learn from his hard work.Here is a preview of what is inside this James Harden book:Childhood and Early Life High School Years College Years at Arizona State The Start of Harden's NBA Career in OKC A Star in Houston Harden's International Experience Harden's Personal Life Impact on Basketball Harden's Legacy and Future An excerpt from this James Harden biography:When you talk about the greatest guards in the history of the NBA, names such as Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, and Clyde Drexler come to mind. Those players all had the right combination of skill, athleticism, popularity, charisma, and the will to win that made them successful superstars in their eras. In essence, those great shooting guards have all become unique players—the likes of which could probably never be duplicated in the history of the league. Uniqueness has always been what describes the best shooting guards in league history. Their distinctive set of skills has been one of the catalysts to how the league grows and changes. And because the greatest shooting guards in league history are so unique, the position has become arguably the most difficult to play at the highest level. As difficult a task as it is to become a great shooting guard because of how much the position demands that a player try to match their skills with that of the all-time greats, even tradition yields to how the game changes with the passage of time. Jordan, Bryant, Wade, and Drexler are no doubt all great and unique. However, no other shooting guard in the NBA is as unique as James Harden.Hope you liked this excerpt! If you did, be sure to pick up a copy of this James Harden bio today.

Learn the incredible story of Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Kevin Durant! In Kevin Durant: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Greatest Small Forwards, you'll read about the inspirational story of basketball star Kevin Durant. Kevin Durant has been the face of the Thunder dynasty since entering the league in 2007 as the second overall pick. Since then, the Oklahoma City Thunder have come a long way, becoming one of the perennial Western Conference contenders. Playing alongside athletic and talented players like Russell Westbrook, James Harden, Serge Ibaka, and Reggie Jackson, Durant has had the opportunity to lead his team to several deep playoff runs behind the helm of Coach Scott Brooks. While they haven't won a championship quite yet as of the 2014-2015 NBA season, the dynamic duo of Durant and Westbrook always keep the Thunder in the playoff picture. In this book, you'll learn about Kevin's incredible story to the NBA. Here is a preview of what is inside this book: Early Life and Childhood High School Years College Years at the University of Texas Kevin's NBA Career Kevin Durant's Personal Life Durant's Impact on Basketball and Beyond Kevin Durant's Legacy and Future

Learn the incredible story of basketball superstar Tracy McGrady! In Tracy McGrady: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Greatest Shooting Guards, you'll hear about the inspirational story of basketball's superstar shooting guard, Tracy McGrady. T-Mac rocked the basketball world in the early 2000s by quickly blossoming into a perennial All-Star with the Orlando Magic. While he struggled later on in his career with injury problems, fans remember Tracy McGrady for his incredible explosiveness and thrilling ability to get to the basket. He may not have ever won an NBA Championship, but T-Mac certainly left a lasting legacy in the NBA, as other greats such as Kobe Bryant cite Tracy McGrady as one of his toughest matchups to ever play against. Here is a preview of what is inside this book: Early Life and Childhood High School Years Tracy's NBA Career McGrady's Personal Life T-Mac's Impact on Basketball and Beyond Tracy McGrady's Legacy