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Book SynopsisA brand new, fast-paced, fully illustrated history of basketball through its flashpoints, innovations, and innovatorsThe third book in the Lyons Press Game Changers sports series answers the questions: What were the 50 most revolutionary personalities, rules, strategies, rivalries, controversies, organizational changes, radio and television advancements, and more in the history of basketballcollege and the pros? And how, exactly, did they forever change the game? Basketball's Game Changers offers fascinating, detailed explanations along with a ranking system from 1 to 50 that is sure to inspire debate among professional and college basketball aficionados. Ranging from the game's beginnings to today and tackling on-the-court and off-the-court developments, Basketball's Game Changers offers a history of hoops through its turning-points and innovations. Sportswriter Brendan Prunty breaks down the Bird-Magic rivalry, the 3-point shot, the creation of the NCAA tournament, Air Jordans, Allen
Trade ReviewBasketball Game Changers is a great read for anyone who loves the game or history of basketball--that is obvious. What may not be quickly apparent is that this book is also riveting reading for anyone who wants to study the dynamics of transformational change. These players, coaches and trailblazers are a study in ‘being the change’ not dealing with change. -- Buzz Williams, Virginia Tech men’s basketball head coach
Born via a humble Massachusetts peach basket, the game of basketball has evolved into a frenetic, fascinating international obsession. Here Brendan Prunty, one of America's great sportswriters, shows how—picking out the influential players, coaches, rules, developments and moments. It's a history book that reads at the pace of a Steph Curry crossover. -- Dan Wetzel, Yahoo Sports columnist and New York Times Bestselling author
