Sports Illustrated Basketball's Greatest

Great book!

this is a wonderful keepsake

This book is a bottomless fountain of basketball knowledge. Any imaginable category of basketball is in this book in a top-ten style list. Only thing is there is no mention of Tracy McGrady anywhere - the greatest injury-plagued player of all time. ("Top Injury-Plagued Players" is not actually a list, so maybe "any imaginable category of basketball" was a bit of a hyperbole - sorry! Still a great book.)

For basketball nerds like myself, you won't find anything new here. You probably already know about every player, team, and moment mentioned in this book. But for casual NBA fans, kids who like to read, or older fans who like to reminisce, this makes a great present. For those curious, I will list and summarize the 16 articles included, as written in the table of contents: "Simple and to the Point", 1999. John Stockton played the game the same way he lived his life. "Air to the Throne", 1991. Michael Jordan drew rare accolades after he had won just one title. "The King Earns a Ring", 2012. LeBron James quieted the naysayers the only way he could. "A Kid Shall Lead Them", 1999. Kevin Garnett's career was launched in one intently watched workout. "The Stuff of Dreams", 1995. A playoff performance showcased Hakeem Olajuwon's brilliance. "The Republic of Pop", 2013. Gregg Popovich has built a culture of success in San Antonio. "Pining for Playing Time", 1997. Toni Kukoc, like many sixth men, would rather have started. "Tougher Than You Think", 1997. Steve Kerr showed rare resiliency in becoming an all-time great. "Stop Jivin' Me, Coach", 1979. Moses Malone's pronouncement began a new era in basketball. "A Can't Miss Proposition", 1994. Reggie Miller relived a great fourth quarter in Madison Square Garden. "Whatever You Try Will Fail", 2003. Tim Duncan has known how to use his stoicism as a weapon. "Did He Just Say That?", 2002. Charles Barkley has led the most enjoyable studio show in sports. "Anatomy of a Miracle", 2013. The seconds were magnified before Ray Allen's big three pointer. "The Spirit Was Willis", 1970. Willis Reed set the tone for Game 7 simply by taking the court. "Green, Plus a Touch of Red", 1986. Larry Bird's Celtics dominated, with help from Bill Walton. "Cuckoo for His Team", 1986. Dedicated fan Jack Nicholson has led the star parade at Lakers games.

Definitely a good read from some real expert opinions. Enjoyed the Basketball rankings by position throughout history as well as the player photographs. Although the book was published in 2014, 6 years old, it should be updated at least every 7-10 years.

This is a really nice book!! I got it for my 10 year-old nephew for his birthday next month. I am sure he will be so pleased with this book. It looks and feels like a collector's item. I do agree that the cover on the book should be made of something other than paper, but for a hard back and large book like this, I can definitely look over that!

Do you have a passion for basketball, this book is for you!

My 10 year old grandson wanted this book for Christmas. Being a basketball lover from Indiana, I read it before wrapping. It has lots of great action pictures in it and full of information about the players, coaches and teams. It lists the 10 greatest for several different categories. He really likes it.

Le livre est très bien, mais l'emballage ne vaut strictement rien comme d'habitude. Résultat on reçoit un livre avec une jaquette abîmée. Top pour faire un cadeau. J'en ai recommandé un second pour voir, même résultat, la jaquette détériorée. Les livres ne sont pas traités avec respect, mais comme des paquets de lessive et c'est inadmissible pour des coffee table books à ce prix. Donc 2 étoiles au lieu de 6

A must have for every basketball fan. Best pictures in a highest quality item

Grandson loved it

Beautiful pictures, good quality book. Gave it to a teenage fan of basketball, he was pleased.

Libro espectacular y gigante, fotografías impresionantes de todos las épocas NBA. Spectacular and giant book, unbeliavable photos from all NBA time.