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Whether you're a new fan or a die-hard for decades, the Let's Go Knicks! Book List—available to cardholders at Queens Public Library, Brooklyn Public Library, and The New York Public Library with no wait times—will elevate your appreciation of basketball's history and cultural significance, with an emphasis on the stories and key figures of the legendary Knickerbockers.
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Basketball (And Other Things): A Collection of Questions Asked, Answered, Illustrated
by Shea Serrano; illustrated by Arturo Torres
Basketball (And Other Things) is an essential book for anyone who has spent sleepless nights debating the great moments of basketball. It presents a series of questions—as fundamental as they are hilarious—from NBA history, offering arguments and answers, all told with intelligence and humor.
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Courtside: 40 Years of NBA Photography
by Nathaniel S. Butler with Dave McMenamin
As one of the NBA's premier photographers, Nathaniel S. Butler has shot it all. This spectacular photographic collection, with commentary from basketball legends across generations, is an insider look at the NBA and the man whose photographs have helped define its rise.
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Masters of the Game: A Conversational History of the NBA in 75 Legendary Players
by Sam Smith and Phil Jackson
The legendary sportswriter and the Hall of Fame, 11-Time NBA Champion coach separate the music from the noise in the stories of the greatest who ever played and their impact on the game.
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Red Holzman: The Life and Legacy of a Hall of Fame Basketball Coach
by Mort Zachter
This is the definitive biography of Knicks legend Red Holzman who spent six years as a player, six as an executive, and—most famously—14 seasons as a coach, leading the team to their only two championships (in 1970 and 1973). From humble beginnings as the son of immigrant parents growing up in Brooklyn, to his rise through the coaching channels, the life of a basketball pioneer is shared for the first time.
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When the Garden Was Eden: Clyde, the Captain, Dollar Bill, and the Glory Days of the New York Knicks
by Harvey Araton
The fascinating account—part autobiography, part sports history—of a young New York sportswriter sent out to cover his favorite team, the New York Knicks, during the social unrest of the 1960s and '70s.
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When the Knicks Became Champs: A Courtside View of the Team's First NBA Championship Season, 1969-70
by Mike Shatzkin
Super-fan Mike Shatzkin's classic account of the Knick's first champion season season, first published in 1970, follows an 18-game winning streak, a full season for the ages, an incredible playoff run, and the ultimate glory—including a moment of basketball valor still unmatched in NBA history—that Knicks fans still relish today.
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The Year's Best Sports Writing: 2025
edited by Hanif Abdurraqib
Selected from a wide range of newspapers, magazines, and digital publications during the previous year, these stories capture enduring moments while celebrating the craft of writing at its most sublime.
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Jalen Brunson: NBA Star
by Charlie Beattie
This book explores Jalen Brunson's path to becoming one of the best players in the NBA. It includes informative sidebars, a map of where Brunson's biggest accomplishments took place, and a list of his accolades.
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New York Knicks
by Charlie Beattie
This book offers an exciting look at the New York Knicks, from the legends of the past to the superstars of today. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible.
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New York Knicks
by James Barry
For kids who love the New York Knicks, this history of the franchise's NBA championship wins is a slam dunk! Discover the team's records and sensational players from different eras, accompanied by dynamic photos and a glossary.
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New York Knicks: All Time Greats
by Ted Coleman
Get to know the greatest players in the history of the New York Knicks, from the legends of the past to today’s biggest superstars. This action-packed book also includes a timeline, team facts, and a glossary.
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Wat Kept Playing: The Inspiring Story of Wataru Misaka and His Rise to the NBA
by Emily Inouye Huey; illustrated by Kaye Kang
As a child of immigrants, Wataru "Wat" Misaka often felt like he didn't fully belong in either Japanese or American culture. As he grew up, however, Wat discovered he had a very special talent for playing basketball, even though he was just five foot seven. He lead his high school and college teams to championships and was eventually drafted to the New York Knicks. Wat's undeniable talent changed history as he became the first person of color to play in the NBA.
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En Español
Baloncesto (y otras hierbas): Todo lo que siempre quisiste saber (o no) sobre la NBA y nunca te atreviste a preguntar
por Shea Serrano; ilustrado por Arturo Torres; traducido por David Fernández
Baloncesto (y otras hierbas) es un libro imprescindible para todos aquellos que han pasado noches en vela departiendo sobre los grandes momentos del baloncesto. Presenta una serie de preguntas tan fundamentales como hilarantes de la historia de la NBA y propone argumentos y respuestas, todo ello contado con inteligencia y humor.
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Los New York Knicks
por James Barry
¡Para los niños y niñas amantes de los New York Knicks, esta historia de los memorables campeonatos de la NBA de la franquicia es un canastazo! Conoce los récords del equipo y a los jugadores sensacionales de diferentes épocas, acompañados de fotos dinámicas y un glosario.
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Sangre en el garden: La brutal historia de los New York Knicks de los 90
por Chris Herring; traducido por Guillermo Ortiz
Chris Herring se adentra en los "años de gloria" de los Knicks de la década de 1990, el equipo más físico y flagrantemente agresivo de su era. Basándose en reportajes originales y en más de 105 entrevistas con los personajes principales, Herring lleva a los lectores al vestuario, a las salas de juntas ejecutivas y a la cancha para revivir los momentos clave que elevaron al club a nuevas alturas, así como aquellos que amenazaron con un colapso estrepitoso.
Tómalo prestado ya en Libby: libro electrónico