For die-hard basketball fans and casual spectators alike, this
collection of fascinating facts about the game will be a welcome
addition to their library. From the origins of the game to how much
players are paid, and the evolution of the basketball shoe, this book
covers a wide range of topics. Among others are how the color barrier
was breached, the rise of women's basketball, and innovations that have
made the game accessible to disabled athletes. Lots of humorous,
colorful illustrations, charts, and graphs make this ideal for visual
learners, while the short chapters encourage browsing.