Basketball Made Simple: A Spectator's Guide

by Dave Ominsky, Dave Ominsky

This easy-to-read guide, filled with illustrations and action photographs, contains everything for the fan and non-fan alike to understand and enjoy the sport of basketball. Each section stands alone, so it can be used as a handy reference guide, and it is so lightweight it can easily be taken to games. The book The Rules of Basketball Simplified - What to Look For During Play - Statistics Explained - The NBA Draft - The Road to the NCAA Final Four - College Rule Differences - Stars and Great Teams -- Past and Present - A Complete Glossary The popularity of basketball has exploded over the last decade or so. Attendance has doubled and annual merchandise sales are now approaching $3 Billion! Yet many people still do not grasp the basics of the sport. This handy spectator guide will help you better understand the game so you can discover why basketball is America's fastest growing team sport.

129 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1994

Reviews

[Amanda · Rating 3 out of 5]

With all my basketball playing sons I thought I better get an idea of the sport. Overall a good explanation.

[Correen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I needed to review some basics in order to attend a game and not feel stupid. This book carried me through. Some information is outdated but it worked.

[Brenda · Rating 3 out of 5]

Since I love my Tiger basketball, I wanted to better understand the elements of the game. So I checked out this very earnest, but informative, guide. It covers basic player roles, strategies, and common fouls, and includes a general history of the game, NCAA and NBA. I also liked the profiles of famous players at the end.