Traces the history of basketball from 1500 to the 2000s, discussing the start of the National Basketball Association, peak performances, and other topics.
General Note
"Sports Illustrated for kids books."
Content Note
Basketball begins, 1500-1929 -- When college was king, 1930-1945 -- The start of the NBA, 1946-1959 -- The age of Wilt, 1960s -- Basketball rocks and rolls, 1970s -- Magic time, 1980s -- Basketball today, 1990s and 2000s --Peak performances.