NBA Book Club

NBA Book Club Ep. 39 Collision Course by William A Cook

The story of the Cincinnati Royals through the lens of Bob Cousy and Oscar Robertson eras , includes ownership and relocations . Truly the fall of the Royals .

NBA Book Club ep 38 : Losing Big America's Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling by Jonathan D, Cohen

interesting overview of sports betting and its legalization and impact in America. join us for our next book Collision Course in Clubhouse at NBA Book Club

NBA Book Club Ep 37: FORTY-EIGHT Minutes by Terry Pluto & Bob Ryan

excellent breakdown of a singular game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Boston Celtics in the 1980s. Highlights coaching and players in a play by play format.

NBA Book Club ep 36: Shoe Dog by Phil Knight

Thorough telling of the formation and early years of Nike ostensibly to the IPO. Conveys the growth of the global market and outsourcing of manufacturing along with the dream and investments of the early employees.

NBA Book Club ep 35 : The Black Fives by Claude Johnson

The complex and dense history of the black fives leagues from 1904-1950, sweeping history of neighborhoods, communities, and leagues in NY, Chicago, St Louis, Philly and DC including many other pivotal timeline events and historical firsts . Sadly our tech failed us but consider this a shortish plug for this labor of love in book form .