Basket ball / words and paintings by Kadir Nelson.
| Author/creator | Nelson, Kadir author, illustrator. |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | First edition. |
| Publication | New York : Little, Brown and Company, [2026] |
| Copyright Date | ©2026 |
| Description | 102 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm |
| Subjects |
| Cover title | Basket ball : the story of the all-American game |
| Variant title | Basketball |
| Contents | Pregame : The beginning -- First quarter : The old school -- Second Quarter : The birth of the NBA -- Halftime : From the playground to the pros -- Third Quarter : The revolutionaries -- Fourth quarter : The winning tradition -- Overtime : She got game : Ladies, belles, and ballers -- Postgame : The great game -- Author's note -- Timeline. |
| Abstract | "An illustrated history of basketball, highlighting the impact that Black players have had on the sport" |
| Abstract | Basketball has evolved by leaps and bounds since its origin over 125 years ago, but what remains is the passion of the players, the heat of competition, and supreme strategy and athleticism on the court. In this visual tour de force, celebrated artist Kadir Nelson weds his love for the game with showstopping paintings that bring its heart-pounding history to life. The sage voice of an elder player narrates the journey from the early days of the slow game of "basket ball" to today's dazzlingly athletic and fast-paced sport. Engaging profiles of revolutionary players -- including Wilt Chamberlain, Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Stephen Curry -- are featured, along with notable quotes from major figures of the game. With each breathtaking page turn, fans young and old will learn the gripping story of the all-American game and meet its iconic, indomitable heroes. -- Publisher's description. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 100-102) and index. |
| Spec. audience char. | Ages: 8-12. |
| Spec. audience char. | Grades: 3-7. |
| Genre/form | Juvenile works |
| Genre/form | Creative nonfiction. |
| Genre/form | Picture books. |
| Genre/form | Essais fictionnels. |
| LCCN | 2023051290 |
| ISBN | 9780316209403 hardback |
| ISBN | 0316209406 hardback |
| Standard identifier# | CIPO000320205 |