  | Stokes : the brief career of the NBA's first Black superstar Author: Chapman, Ty | |
| Price: $20.98 | ||
Summary:
Maurice Stokes was 6'7" and could play offense and defense like no one else his size in the NBA in 1958. After experiencing a career-ending injury during a game, other players rallied to support Stokes.
| Added Entry - Personal Name: | Coy, John |
| Illustrator: | Ollivierre, Lonnie |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (08/01/24)
School Library Journal (00/08/24)
Booklist (00/07/24)
Full Text Reviews:
School Library Journal - 08/01/2024 Gr 2–6—Fans of basketball may not know the name of 1950s NBA superstar Maurice Stokes, and this excellent picture book biography corrects that. Stokes had a brilliant but short career, strong and adept in all aspects of the game. He was generous with the ball and well-liked by teammates. Unfortunately, Stokes was injured during a game. He hit his head and was unconscious for three minutes; without treatment from a doctor, he eventually had a massive brain bleed that left him paralyzed. At the time, there were no concussion protocols and no support from the NBA or the team franchise. Teammates rallied and organized a charity basketball game that raised money to help pay for Stokes's ongoing medical bills. Vivid writing pairs with vibrant illustrations to depict a tragic but fascinating look at an engaging and exciting player whose misfortune, sadly, changed the way that basketball is played forever. VERDICT A very interesting and well-illustrated biography, this is surely a necessity for the shelves.—Debbie Tanner - Copyright 2024 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.
