"Legends of the NBA features illustrated profiles of twenty-eight retired basketball greats, including pioneers of the game such as Bill Russell and Jerry West. Dream Team players like Magic Johnson and Michael Jordan, and more recent all-stars, such as Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant. Young readers will learn about where each of these stars grew up, how he made it to the top, and what makes his playing style unique. Filled with career highlights, key stats, and action-packed photos, this book will wow both the basketball novice and the passionate fan." -- Amazon.com. ""Illustrated profiles of twenty-eight basketball legends"--Provided by publisher"-- Provided by publisher.

Kareem Abdul Jabbar -- Charles Barkley -- Elgin Baylor -- Larry Bird -- Kobe Bryany -- Vince Carter -- Wilt Chamberlain -- Tim Duncan -- Julius Erving -- Kevin Garnett -- John Havlicek -- Allen Iverson -- Magic Johnson -- Michael Jordan -- Moses Malone -- Steve Nash -- Dirk Nowitzki -- Hakeem Olajuwon -- Shaquille O'Neal -- Scotte Pippen -- Oscar Robertson -- David Robinson -- Bill Russell -- Isiah Thomas -- Dwyane Wade -- Jerry West -- Dominque Wilkins -- Yao Ming.