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In Playing for Keeps, David Halberstam takes the first full measure of Michael Jordan's epic career, one of the great American stories of our time. A narrative of astonishing power and human drama, brimming with revealing anecdotes and penetrating insights, the audiobook chronicles the forces in Jordan's life that have shaped him into history's greatest basketball player and the larger forces that have converged to make him the most famous living human being in the world.

Half an audiobook on basketball, half an audiobook on management techniques, The Gold Standard captures Coach K's personal style and approach to getting different (and sometimes difficult) people to work hard and succeed in reaching a common goal. "In all forms of leadership, whether you are a coach, a CEO, or a parent, there are four words that, when said, can bring out the best in your team, your employees, and your family...I believe in you. These four words can mean the difference between a fear of failure and the courage to try".

Whether you’re a seasoned veteran of the game or have never set foot on a court, How Basketball Can Save the World will empower you to become more resilient, tolerant, and wise in your relationship with yourself, others, and the world around you.

In this vivid and lively account, Thomas J. Whalen chronicles Russell's memorable last season and the Celtics' dazzling triumph. Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous 1960s and Boston's own turbulent and bitter struggles with race, he tells the fascinating story of how an improbable championship team overcame poor health, indifferent fans, disruptive personnel changes, and internal morale problems. Whalen recounts how Russell transformed the game of basketball during his remarkable career and revisits the outspoken superstar's conflicted relationship with Boston.

In January of 1989, Cameron Stauth became a fly on the office wall of Pistons General Manager Jack McCloskey. He watched day by day, crisis by crisis, as McCloskey, Coach Chuck Daly, and a handful of immensely talented and ambitious basketball players—the Bad Boys of Detroit—won the NBA championship.

Your international podcast strictly for Nets fans all over the world! Hosted by @DanishNetsFan (https://twitter.com/DanishNetsFan)  & @DutchNetsFan (https://twitter.com/DutchNetsFan)

"Dive into the world of the NBA with our podcast! From in-depth team analysis and player insights to historical moments and breaking news, we bring you everything you need to stay ahead in the game. Tune in for expert discussions, exclusive interviews, and passionate debates about the league’s past, present, and future. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a casual listener, this is your go-to source for all things basketball!"

Former NBA swingman, Syracuse Orangemen, current BIG 3 star Donte Greene, and his Co-host/Producer Caleb Hodgson dive into everything basketball. With interviews from former/current, players, coaches, media members, and fans. Providing a peek behind the curtain of what it's like to play professionally around the world. You’ll hear all about the trials and tribulations of learning how to be a professional athlete, coach, or media member, as well as some fresh takes on the world of basketball to date.

Come Relax, Laugh, and have a good time with Mike and Rod as they take a dive into the crazy, exciting, Wonderful world of sports. Enjoy Guests, Current events, and the hottest topics in today's sports. If you love sports just as much as us, join us and let's enjoy the World of Sports.

Between Two Worlds is an audio documentary examining the Filipino-American experience in parallel with the Philippines women’s national team’s journey to their first-ever FIFA Women's World Cup. It connects threads of identity, history, achievement and hope through the lens of sport. Written, hosted, and co-produced by Megan Reyes.

Prime Sports World brings you all your hot topics in the world of sports. Providing our viewers with the most up to date content on social media. We bring the heat 24/7.

Former WNBA Champion and League MVP Breanna Stewart is on a mission. 16-months removed from an Achilles tear overseas, she’s back on the court, this time under unimaginable circumstances. In her quest to regain her status as the best player in the world, she’s also part of a movement that’s bigger than basketball. In this series, she connects with hoopers in the wubble, bubble, and other corners of the basketball world to share their experiences during the most unparalleled time of their lives.

Five-Star Basketball Camp is among the most exalted institutions in the pantheon of hoops history, boasting more than 250 NBA players and over 10% of all Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame coaches among its staggering list of alumni. Hosted by acclaimed hoops analyst and personality Tate Frazier, "The World of Five-Star" is a six-part narrative podcast series that explores the meteoric rise and fall of Five-Star Basketball, unlocks an archive of untold stories from campers and coaches, and chronicles how its founder, Howard Garfinkel, became one of the most influential figures in the ...

Welcome to the Heat vs the World podcast, where we talk all things Miami Heat! Hosted by Joel Jacob, the Heat vs the World pod is the home for diehard Miami Heat fans everywhere! We know that it’s not the easiest thing to be a Heat fan, which is why it is indeed Heat vs the World. Expect in-depth debates about recent Heat news, trades, games, etc. It’s everything you could ever want in a Miami Heat/NBA podcast! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joel-jacob7/support

BallCourt - The World of Basketball with Coach Drew reviews basketball games, tournaments and exhibition games from all over the world. We don't just cover the NBA, we review games from FIBA, NBL, World Cup, Euro-Step and others. Coach Drew pulls out the video tape and analyzes one game each show. Host: Andrew Williams Publishes: Weekly

For Merl Code, basketball was life. In college he played point guard for Clemson before turning pro. Later, when he pivoted to marketing, he found himself thrust into a startling world of profit-driven college basketball programs. He realized that the NCAA's amateurism rules could be used to exploit young athletes, and athletes of color in particular.

Another Sports Podcast hosted by Tony BurnsTony Burns Sports editor for South Arkansas newspaper for 30 years, covering High School and Collegiate sports.A graduate of Henderson State University in Arkadelphia, Ark.Served for four years in the U.S. Army

An Asian American basketball star walks into a gym. No one recognizes him, but everyone stares anyway. It is the start of a joke but what is the punchline? When Won Lee, the first Asian American in the NBA, stuns the world in a seven-game winning streak, the global media audience dubs it “The Wonder”—much to Won’s chagrin. Meanwhile, Won struggles to get attention from his coach, his peers, his fans, and most importantly, his hero, Powerball!, who also happens to be Won’s teammate and the captain.

Kevin Love is an NBA superstar on the rise. He has accomplished more in his first few seasons in the NBA than most players achieve in their careers. Most true fans are aware of his amazing scoring and rebounding abilities and the fact that he holds the longest streak for consecutive games with double figures in points and rebounds since the ABA - NBA merger, but in order to truly understand Kevin Love, you must first understand where he came from.

With the whole world watching his every move, Jeremy Lin has become an international phenomenon. Everyone is talking about him, breaking down his basketball skills and analyzing him in every way. But does anyone really understand where he came from and how he got here? With Jeremy Lin: An Unauthorized Biography, listeners will learn everything there is to know about Jeremy Lin and discover exactly how he went from obscurity to ''Linsanity'' - seemingly overnight.