The definitive guide to the history of the NBA, and unreservedly recommended for personal, professional, community, college and university library American Sports History collections. This comprehensive coffee table volume is an ideal instructional reference for all dedicated basketball fans. * Midwest Book Review *[A] thoroughly researched photographic history of the organization. Bold-faced names and immediately recognizable faces are featured throughout… But Zarum addresses often overlooked highs and lows… Packed with facts and action-shot photos, this is an ideal resource for hoops fans. * Publishers Weekly *Any fan of the sport will enjoy this complete edition, a keepsake for those who love to follow the bouncing ball and their favorite stars. * Shelf Life *

Dave Zarum is a Toronto-born writer and editor who began his journalism career at Toronto Life magazine. In 2011, he was part of the launch of Sportsnet magazine, where he won a National Magazine Award. He was the editor for The Big Book of Sports Lists and wrote for the television series based on the book, and authored The Greatest Game, an oral history of the 1989 Grey Cup.