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- 276 páginas
- 10 horas de lectura
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The funniest, smartest, and most honest book ever written about life in the NBA. All-Star center Jayson Williams is not only one of the best players but also the strongest, most generous, and wittiest. His irreverent take on life on and off the court, along with his pro-fan stance during the 1998 lockout and significant charitable contributions, has made him a beloved figure in sports. Williams embodies the basketball superstar as a relatable human being—down-to-earth, honest, thoughtful, and a naturally hilarious storyteller. This book offers a candid look into a world filled with fragile egos, unexpected tenderness, wild parties, and fierce competition, avoiding clichés and boasting. Readers will find real insider tales about referees, groupies, coaches, and the diverse personalities that populate professional basketball. From insights into the league's most memorable characters to Williams' reflections on race, privilege, and philanthropy, this book promises to be a significant conversation starter in sports literature. Williams' charisma shines through, making him a frequent guest on popular talk shows and a fan favorite during his career. This is the basketball book everyone has been waiting for.
Compra de libros
Loose Balls, Jayson Williams, Steve Friedman
- Idioma
- Publicado en
- 2000
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- Estado del libro
- Bueno
- Precio
- 4,79 €
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- Título
- Loose Balls
- Subtítulo
- Easy Money, Hard Fouls, Cheap Laughs and True Love in the NBA
- Idioma
- Inglés
- Autores
- Jayson Williams, Steve Friedman
- Editorial
- Doubleday
- Publicado en
- 2000
- Formato
- Tapa dura
- Páginas
- 276
- ISBN10
- 038549226X
- ISBN13
- 9780385492263
- Serie
- Etiquetas
- No ficción, Deporte, Autobiografías y memorias, EE.UU., Biografías, Chistes & Anécdotas, Baloncesto
- Descripción
- The funniest, smartest, and most honest book ever written about life in the NBA. All-Star center Jayson Williams is not only one of the best players but also the strongest, most generous, and wittiest. His irreverent take on life on and off the court, along with his pro-fan stance during the 1998 lockout and significant charitable contributions, has made him a beloved figure in sports. Williams embodies the basketball superstar as a relatable human being—down-to-earth, honest, thoughtful, and a naturally hilarious storyteller. This book offers a candid look into a world filled with fragile egos, unexpected tenderness, wild parties, and fierce competition, avoiding clichés and boasting. Readers will find real insider tales about referees, groupies, coaches, and the diverse personalities that populate professional basketball. From insights into the league's most memorable characters to Williams' reflections on race, privilege, and philanthropy, this book promises to be a significant conversation starter in sports literature. Williams' charisma shines through, making him a frequent guest on popular talk shows and a fan favorite during his career. This is the basketball book everyone has been waiting for.