Black hoops: the history of African-Americans in basketball

Surveys the history of African Americans in basketball, from the beginning of the sport to the present, discussing individual teams and players and the integration of the National Basketball Association.

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: McKissack, Fredrick (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York Scholastic Press 1999
Edition:1st ed.
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Summary:Surveys the history of African Americans in basketball, from the beginning of the sport to the present, discussing individual teams and players and the integration of the National Basketball Association.
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references (p. [147]-148) and index
Basketball's genesis -- From the diamond to the court -- Big-city ball -- Black colleges unite -- Harlem Rens -- Globetrotters -- White colleges, black players -- Integration of the NBA -- David and Goliath of the NCAA -- Dr. J, Magic, Bird, Jordan, and Shaq -- Black women in basketball
Physical Description:154 S. Ill. 24 cm
ISBN:0590487124
9780590487122

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