The Basketball category has 110 audiobooks on Listento.it, with an average listener rating of 4.4★ across 310 ratings. The most-rated is Michael Jordan.
Kevin Durant
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Kevin Durant is a superstar on the rise. A six-foot, nine-inch small forward, Durant has worked his way into an elite class of NBA all-stars. The 2008 Rookie of the Year was the youngest player ever to win the NBA scoring title and continues to be the NBA's best scorer. This biography explores Durant's upbringing, his high school and college basketball careers, and details his breakthrough into the NBA, all the way through April 2013. From family to basketball to the future, all you need to know about Kevin Durant is right here, right now, in the most up to date coverage of Kevin Durant's life. This book also includes all of Kevin Durant's college and professional statistics.
©2014 Belmont and Belcourt Books (P)2014 Belmont and Belcourt Books
The Big Three
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New York Times best-selling sportswriter Michael Holley tells the inside story of how Paul Pierce, Ray Allen, and Kevin Garnett joined together to form the most dominant team in basketball and lead the Boston Celtics to their first championship in more than two decades. The first of "The Big Three" was Paul Pierce. As Boston Celtics fans watched the team retire Pierce's jersey in a ceremony on February 11, 2018, they remembered again the incredible performances Pierce put on in the city for 15 years, helping the Celtics escape the bottom of their conference to become champions and perennial championship contenders. But Pierce's time in the city wasn't always so smooth. In 2000, he was stabbed in a downtown nightclub 11 times in a seemingly random attack. Six years later, remaining the sole star on a struggling team, he asked to be traded and briefly became a lightning rod among fans. Then, in 2007, the Boston Celtics general manager made two monumental trades, bringing Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett to Boston. A press conference on July 31, 2007 was a sight to behold: Pierce, KG, and Ray Allen holding up Celtics jerseys for the flood of media. Coach Doc Rivers made sure the team bonded over the thought of winning a title and living by a Bantu term called Ubuntu, which translates as "I am because we are". Rivers wanted to make it clear that togetherness and brotherhood would help them maximize their talent and win. What came next - the synthesis of the Celtics' "The Big Three" and their dominant championship run - cemented their standing as one of great teams in NBA history, a rival to Kobe Bryant's Lakers and LeBron James' Cavaliers. This is the team that brought excitement back to the Garden, and therefore to one of the most storied franchises in all of sports. They met their historic rivals, the Lakers, in the 2008 NBA Finals, winning the series in game six, in a rout on their home court with a raucous, concert-like atmosphere. Along the victory parade route, Paul Pierce smoked a cigar - as a tribute to legendary former Celtics Coach Red Auerbach. In a city now defined by a wealth of championships, "The Big Three" joined the club. Michael Holley, the premier chronicler of Boston sports, brings their story to life with countless untold stories and behind-the-scenes details in another best-selling tome for New England and sports fans across the country.
©2020 Michael Holley (P)2021 Hachette Books
The Capital of Basketball
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The celebration of Washington, DC basketball is long overdue. The DC metro area stands second to none in its contributions to the game. Countless figures who have had a significant impact on the sport over the years have roots in the region, including E. B. Henderson, the first African American certified to teach public school physical education, and Earl Lloyd, the first African American to take the court in an actual NBA game. The city's Spingarn High School produced two players - Elgin Baylor and Dave Bing - recognized among the NBA’s 50 greatest at the league’s 50th anniversary celebration. No other high school in the country can make that claim. These figures and many others are chronicled in this book, the first-ever comprehensive look at the great high school players, teams, and coaches in the DC metropolitan area. Based on more than 150 interviews, The Capital of Basketball is first and foremost a book about basketball. But in discussing the trends and evolution of the game, McNamara also uncovers the turmoil in the lives of the players and area residents as they dealt with prejudice, educational inequities, politics, and the ways the area has changed through the years.
©2019 Andrea Chamblee (P)2019 Andrea Chamblee
Our Last Season
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The moving story of a bond between sportswriter and fan that was forged in a shared love of basketball and grew over several decades into an extraordinary friendship "This is a story about friendship, sports, aging, and ultimately time itself - the things it strips away and the things it cannot touch. I loved it." (Wright Thompson, author of Pappyland) Harvey Araton is one of New York's - and the nation's - best-known sports journalists, having covered thousands of Knicks games over the course of a long and distinguished career. But the person at the heart of Our Last Season, Michelle Musler, is largely anonymous - except, that is, to the players, coaches, and writers who have passed through Madison Square Garden, where she held season tickets behind the Knicks bench for 45 years. In that time, as she juggled a successful career as a corporate executive and single parenthood of five children, she missed only a handful of home games. The Garden was her second home - and the place where an extraordinary friendship between fan and sportswriter was forged. That relationship soon grew into something much bigger than basketball, with Michelle serving as a cherished mentor and friend to Harvey as he weathered life's inevitable storms: illness, aging, and professional challenges and transitions. During the 2017-18 NBA season, as Michelle faces serious illness that prevents her from attending more than a few Knicks games, Harvey finally has the chance to give back to Michelle everything she has given him: reminders of all she's accomplished, the blessings she's enjoyed, and the devoted friend she has been to him. Chock-full of anecdotes from behind the scenes and cameos from Knicks legends - from Frazier, King, and Ewing to Riley, Van Gundy, and many more - the story of Harvey and Michelle's nearly four decades of friendship is a delight for basketball fans. But at its core, Our Last Season is a book for all of us, offering a poignant and inspiring message about how to live with passion, commitment, and optimism.
©2020 Harvey Araton (P)2020 Penguin Audio
Luka Doncic
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From the second he entered a basketball gym at seven years old, people knew Luka Doncic was going to be special. He was so dominant in his age group that he was moved up multiple age groups just so people would have a chance to compete with him. The Wonderboy of the Euroleague has been taking the NBA by storm and leaving a wake of stunned critics in his path. For the first time, hear the complete story about Luka Doncic's rise to the NBA. From early days shooting at halftimes of his dad's games to becoming the NBA's most promising star, you'll get the full story.
©2019 Broad Base LLC (P)2020 Broad Base LLC
Go Up for Glory
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Back in print for the first time in decades, Go Up for Glory is the classic 1968 basketball memoir by NBA legend Bill Russell, with a new foreword from the author. From NBA legend Bill Russell, Go Up for Glory is a basketball memoir that transcends time. First published in 1965, this narrative traces Russell's childhood in segregated America and details the challenges he faced as a Black man, even when he was a celebrated NBA star. And while some progress has been made, this book serves as an urgent reminder of how far we still have to go in the fight for human rights and equality.
©1965 Bill Russell and William Mcsweeny (P)2020 Penguin Audio
Walk-On Warrior: Drive, Discipline, and the Will to Win
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A season at Marquette. A summer with Rick Majerus. An inspiring quest to stay connected to the game. Small town. Undersized. Not enough talent. John Willkom heard it all as a young basketball player growing up in rural Wisconsin. Despite the odds, John dedicated his life to the game, an arduous journey that challenged the very core of even the most disciplined. As John's hard work lands him amongst basketball's elite, it is the workouts, the people, and the behind-the-scenes interactions that not only change his skill set but how he lives his life. Both heartfelt and funny, Walk-On Warrior takes you into the mind of an athlete from John's perspective. Take a journey that will reignite your passion for life, challenge your perspectives on toughness and fear, and ultimately, inspire you to maximize your talent.
©2018 John Willkom (P)2019 John Willkom
Stephen Curry
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Do you wish you could shoot a basketball like a future Hall of Fame superstar? Discover the insider secrets, training techniques, and daily workouts of one of the NBA's sharpest shooters. Are you embarrassed to show off your shot on the basketball court? Are you fed up with time-consuming drills that haven't improved your game? Author Steve James spent his youth analyzing professional athletes and documenting the practices of successful players. In this comprehensive biography, James reveals all of Stephen Curry's incredible shooting methods, training workouts, and specific practice programs. In Stephen Curry: A Sharpshooter's Journey to the NBA & Beyond, you’ll discover the exact methods used by NBA superstar Stephen Curry that will show you how to shoot with deadly accuracy. James’ insightful basketball biography dives deep into Curry’s workouts and drills, setting out a blueprint for you to follow and get incredible results. In Stephen Curry, you’ll discover: A comprehensive analysis of Curry's life and disciplines including his motivational rituals Exactly how many shots you need to take per day to develop pro skills Curry's secret training regimens he uses to continue improving his game The famous dribbling method that sets Curry apart from all others The insider secrets that have allowed Curry to dominate the game and much, much more! Stephen Curry is a comprehensive unpacking of the daily disciplines, workout secrets, and basketball sharpshooting skills that make Curry the NBA showstopper he is today. If you like practical techniques, easy-to-understand instructions, and following the exact training methods used by professional athletes, then you'll love James’ brilliant biography. Listen to Stephen Curry to start draining more threes today! PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
©2016 Steve James (P)2018 Steve James
Tigerland
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Against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in recent American history, as riots and demonstrations spread across the nation, the Tigers of poor, segregated East High School in Columbus, Ohio, did something no team from one school had ever done before: They won the state basketball and baseball championships in the same year. They defeated bigger, richer, whiter teams across the state and along the way brought blacks and whites together, eased a painful racial divide throughout the state, and overcame extraordinary obstacles on their road to success. In Tigerland, Wil Haygood gives us a spirited and stirring account of this improbable triumph and takes us deep into the personal lives of these local heroes. At the same time, he places the Tigers’ story in the context of the racially charged '60s, bringing in such national figures as Jackie Robinson, Martin Luther King Jr., and Richard Nixon, all of whom had a connection to the teams and a direct effect on their mythical season.
©2018 Wil Haygood (P)2018 Random House Audio
Stephen Curry: Rise of the Star
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"I've never been afraid of big moments. I get butterflies. I get nervous and anxious, but I think those are all good signs that I'm ready for the moment." - Stephen Curry. Stephen Curry was intent in showing the world that he was not just "lucky" - he wanted to show that he deserved to be playing in the Finals. He deserved to be the MVP. He deserved to win a championship. He deserved to be recognized as one of the greatest players to ever play the game. From humble beginnings, as the seventh pick in the 2009 NBA Draft that went relatively unnoticed, from having the one of worst records in the NBA in his first year as a Warrior, from being cast aside by critics for being always riddled with injury, he was now on the verge of ending all speculation once and for all as to whether his name deserved to be mentioned amongst the NBA greats. All it took was just 12 more minutes, just one more quarter of basketball - with the Cleveland Cavalier fans booing him, the critics doubting him, and the whole world watching him - he would show them just what he's capable of to succeed under pressure, a skill he has picked up and honed over all the years of his basketball life. After 12 minutes, the world would come to know of the legend of Stephen Curry - being one of the greatest shooters to ever play the game of basketball. After 12 more minutes, Stephen Curry would be deemed a bonafide superstar. After 12 more minutes, Stephen Curry wouldn't be known as the guy who got "lucky" to be MVP - he would go from being just another all-star, to being an NBA Champion and solidifying his status as an absolute force to be reckoned with in the league. Interesting, engaging, and easy, this book is about the rise of Stephen Curry, the "Long-Shot", the MVP, and the champion. Listen now to enjoy the journey of this great superstar!
©2016 John Emerson (P)2016 John Emerson
Kobe Bryant
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Are you interested in discovering more about the beginnings, career, and milestones of Kobe Bryant? Do you want to know about the romantic tale between Kobe and Vanessa Bryant? Do you want to know what Bryant said about marriage after a prominent outrage almost broke them? If these are the kinds of questions running through your mind, this book is perfect for you! Hello! Welcome to the biography of Kobe Bryant. Kobe Bryant is an elite NBA basketball player who plays shooting guard for the Los Angeles Lakers. He has helped lead the Lakers to win five championships, which ranks Bryant among the basketball players with the most championship rings in NBA history. Kobe lives and breathes basketball. While other basketball legends fade into obscurity after retirement, Kobe is out there pursuing new endeavors and building a business empire. It's a testament to his relentless thirst for knowledge and never-ending quest to be better. In this book, we'll explore Kobe Bryant's journey to the national basketball league along with the impact that he has had on the game. Whether you are a fan of the Lakers, or simply a fan of the game of basketball, Kobe Bryant's story is an inspiring one of how one person with a dream beat all the odds to ultimately became one of the best players in the history of the game. In this book, we will explore where Bryant grew up, what he was like as a child, how his NBA career panned out, and where he is headed now. In this book, you will find: Childhood and early life high school years Bryant, in his last Cleveland game, protecting LeBron James National team career of Kobe Bryant NBA finals with Kobe or Le-Bron Since 2000 Individual life and connections Kobe Bryant and his significant other, Vanessa, have a two-decade romantic tale. Shaquille O'Neal depicts Kobe as a "family man". Much, much more! Get this book today, and be inspired by the basketball legend, Kobe Bryant! So, what are you waiting for? Scroll up, click the Buy Now button and get started.
©2020 Ronald James (P)2020 Ronald James
Stephen Curry: The Inspirational Story of One of the Greatest Basketball Players of All Time!
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They called him: "the greatest all-around shooter". Do you want to learn more about the life of Stephen Curry while being inspired? One of today’s most sought-after NBA superstars was once a young boy who was perceived as weak. Despite this negative impression, he has managed to rise from his simple life in North Carolina into becoming one of the sharpest shooters in the history of the NBA. Stephen Curry’s journey to become one of the NBA’s legends has been tough and rocky. He might be the son of an NBA veteran, yet his journey towards his dreams was not smooth. He also had his fair share of rejections and doubts - both from his own self and others. However, years of diligent practice helped him perfect his dazzling and surprising moves on the court. It allowed him to step up and lead his team, the Golden State Warriors, to numerous wins. This audiobook will allow you to take a peek into Stephen Curry’s personal life. Get to know the superstar better. Beyond the basketball accolades, the baby-faced assassin is a loving husband and father. He also has his own stories of fear, trials, and touching moments. With this book you'll learn: Who is Stephen Curry His childhood years His teenage years How he made the dream come true His married life The off-the-court issues he supports His philosophies and beliefs How he went beyond the limelight Scroll to the top of the page and buy this audiobook today and be inspired now!
©2018 Patrick Thompson (P)2018 Patrick Thompson
Tim Duncan: The Inspiring Story of Basketball's Greatest Power Forward
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Learn the incredible story of basketball superstar Tim Duncan! In Tim Duncan: The Inspiring Story of Basketball's Greatest Power Forward, you'll listen to the inspirational story of basketball's greatest power forward Tim Duncan. Tim Duncan has kept the San Antonio Spurs relevant in the NBA for every year of his long NBA career. In this short book, we will learn about how Duncan became the incredible power forward that he is today. Starting first with a look into his childhood and early life, we'll learn about Tim Duncan prior to entering the NBA, along with his time in the NBA playing alongside David Robinson to his time playing with Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili leading the San Antonio Spurs. Tim Duncan is easily one of the greatest, if not the greatest power forward to play the game of basketball. For a man who once was just a kid fulfilling a promise to his parents to earn a college degree at Wake Forest, Tim Duncan has come a long way over the course of his basketball career. It will be exciting to see how Duncan and the Spurs do in this year's 2013-2014 NBA playoffs. Here is a preview of what is inside this book: Early Life and Childhood College Years at Wake Forest Duncan's NBA Career Tim Duncan's Personal Life Tim's Impact on Basketball and Beyond Duncan's Legacy
©2015 Clayton Geoffreys (P)2015 Clayton Geoffreys
The NBA Story
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What can you learn from the most successful companies in the world? The NBA Story will help you understand and adopt the competitive strategies, workplace culture, and daily business practices that enabled the exciting basketball league to become the powerhouse it is today. Today’s NBA is filled with larger-than-life figures, like LeBron James, James Harden and Stephen Curry, who effortlessly dominate the courts. But it wasn’t always so glamorous. The multi-billion-dollar league has grown from humble roots into a sports powerhouse that is loved around the world due to savvy digital marketing and a global focus. Thanks to the popularity of individual players and team rivalries, the NBA has survived league mergers and financial crisis. Teams have earned the respect of millions of loyal fans who are dedicated to the success of each and every organization within the league. Through the story of the NBA, you’ll learn: How to keep a dream alive when it seems like no one wants to see it come true. How a company can find their way out of a financial crisis. How presentation is the secret sauce to the success of any show. And how a company can build a loyal fan base who will do anything to keep them on top.
©2020 Rich Mintzer (P)2020 HarperCollins Leadership
Basketball Primer AudioLearn: The Essential Basketball Audio Guide!
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Are you a basketball fan who wants to learn more about the game? Do you want to coach a basketball team or perhaps get your child into this sport? Or perhaps you just want to learn about this sport so that you can play yourself? If so, then you need a tutorial on basic basketball principals from youth leagues to the NBA. Basketball has been around for well over 100 years. Although it is a game that is associated with the United States, it was not invented by an American. A Canadian fitness professor invented the game as a way for young men to keep fit in the cool weather. Although it is played outside on basketball courts, the sport is an indoor sport. If you've been following basketball leagues today, you will see that there are many leagues all over the world. Indeed, basketball has become a global sport. The rules and regulations are pretty much the same for this sport in Argentina as they are in the professional teams of the NBA in the United States. And the rules of basketball, although slightly modified from the late 19th century, have not changed all that much. What if you could find out all there is to know about basketball inside one easy to listen audiobook? Do you think this would work for you? Imagine being able to shoot, score and win the basketball game in your local neighborhood! Imagine being able to ace your school's basketball tryouts and become their most knowledgeable and dependable player! Imagine learning what you need to know now to begin a career in professional basketball! Here is what you will learn inside this guide.... A Brief History On Basketball The Different Basketball Positions Skills Needed For Basketball Basketball Equipment The Rules and Regulations Of Basketball Basic maneuvers to get you started And Much More! With Basketball Primer, you can be confident that you're learning the best of what basketball has to offer. You can be confident that this is information that only a few people have, and they've chosen to share their basketball secrets with you! It's time to be confident about your basketball skills! It's time to learn the basics about basketball so you can be on your way to becoming the star of your team, the best in the neighborhood or even on your way to becoming a professional basketball player! With Basketball Primeryou'll learn exactly what you need to know about basketball to get you started, perfect your moves and even teach you secrets that most people have no clue about!
©2014 AudioLearn (P)2014 AudioLearn
Derrick Rose
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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. Derrick Rose's popularity has soared around the world. Inside this book you will discover where it all started and learn why so many fans love him so much. From family to basketball to the future, all you need to know about Derrick Rose is right here, right now, in the most up-to-date coverage of his life. This book also includes all of Derrick Rose's college and professional statistics.
©2014 Belmont & Belcourt Books (P)2014 Belmont & Belcourt Books
Brad Stevens
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Since joining the Celtics organization in the summer of 2013, Brad Stevens has led the resurgence of the Celtics in the Eastern Conference. Stevens has demonstrated impressive leadership in his ability to quickly build rapport with many different personalities and to create a sustainable system of success. While he is still early in his coaching career, Stevens has quickly become one of the most sought-after coaches in the NBA. There are a number of key leadership lessons that can be learned from Stevens, such as instilling a strong work ethic, believing in your organizational philosophy, and fostering a growth mindset. Whether you're a basketball player or a coach looking for inspiration, this audiobook will help you discover the incredible story of Stevens and the many leadership lessons that can be learned from studying his success. Here is a preview of what is included in this audiobook: Background and history Coaching at Butler What makes Brad Stevens a good leader How Brad Stevens maximizes player talent Brad Stevens' system Key takeaways regarding his work ethic, belief in his organizational philosophy, and growth mindset Conclusion
©2017 Calvintir Books, LLC (P)2017 Calvintir Books, LLC
John Wall
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Learn the incredible story of basketball superstar John Wall! In John Wall: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Fastest Point Guards, you'll hear about the inspirational story of basketball's rising superstar point guard, John Wall. John Wall has emerged as a top-ten point guard in the NBA amongst the likes of Chris Paul, Steve Nash, Russell Westbrook, and Rajan Rondo. From once struggling to behave in school and on the basketball court to being benched by his high school basketball coach, John Wall has come a long way since being drafted as the first overall pick in the 2010 NBA Draft. The rest is history as the Washington Wizards have emerged to become one of the top teams in the East. This year, the Wizards won their first playoff series in six years, defeating the Chicago Bulls in five games. John Wall is easily one of the most dynamic point guards to play the game of basketball. From flashy crossovers to speedy races down the court on the fastbreak, John Wall has a bright basketball career ahead of him. Here is a preview of what is inside this book: Early Life and Childhood College Years at Kentucky John Wall's NBA Career Wall's Personal Life Wall's Impact on Basketball and Beyond John Wall's Legacy
©2015 Clayton Geoffreys (P)2015 Clayton Geoffreys
Shooting Stars
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From the ultimate team - basketball superstar LeBron James and Buzz Bissinger, Pulitzer Prize - winning author of Friday Night Lights and Three Nights in August - a poignant, thrilling tale of the power of teamwork to transform young lives, including James's own. The Shooting Stars were a bunch of kids - LeBron James and his best friends - from Akron, Ohio, who first met on a youth basketball team of the same name when they were 10 and 11 years old. United by their love of the game and their yearning for companionship, they quickly forged a bond that would carry them through thick and thin (a lot of thin) and, at last, to a national championship in their senior year of high school. They were a motley group who faced challenges all too typical of inner-city America. LeBron grew up without a father and had moved with his mother more than a dozen times by the age of 10. Willie McGee, the quiet one, had left both his parents behind in Chicago to be raised by his older brother in Akron. Dru Joyce was outspoken, and his dad was ever present; he would end up coaching all five of the boys in high school. In the summer after seventh grade, the Shooting Stars tasted glory when they qualified for a national championship tournament in Memphis. But they lost their focus and had to go home early. They promised one another they would stay together and do whatever it took to win a national title.They had no idea how hard it would be to pursue that promise. In the years that followed, they would endure jealousy, hostility, exploitation, resentment from the black community (because they went to a "white" high school), and the consequences of their own overconfidence. Not least, they would all have to wrestle with LeBron's outsize success, which brought too much attention and even a whiff of scandal their way. But together they became men, and together they claimed the prize they had fought for all those years - a national championship.
©2009 LeBron James (P)2009 Penguin
Rudy Gobert: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Rising Star Centers
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Learn the Inspiring Story of the Utah Jazz's Star Center, Rudy Gobert! In Rudy Gobert: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball’s Rising Star Centers, you'll learn the incredible story of one of basketball's centers, Rudy Gobert. In the last few years, Gobert has quickly emerged as a prominent big man in the league due to the significant impact he brings to the defensive end of the floor. At the time of this writing, Gobert is just 25 years old, with many more years to go in his career. Don't be surprised if at the end of his career we are calling Gobert one of the best French players to ever play the game. With Gordon Hayward having left the Utah Jazz franchise for the Boston Celtics in the summer of 2017, it will be exciting to see how Gobert rises to the occasion of being one of the key leaders for the Jazz. If you're a fan of Rudy Gobert, don't delay in picking up this book. Start learning his inspiring story today. Here's a preview of what you'll learn about: Childhood and Early Life Cholet Basket Career NBA Career Getting Drafted Rookie Season The Rise of the French Rejection A Tower Reaching Stardom, First Playoff Appearance International Career Rudy Gobert's Personal Life Gobert's Impact on Basketball and Legacy
©2017 Calvintir Books, LLC (P)2018 Calvintir Books, LLC