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Espn: Dr. J Operated Above the Rest

For Students 9th - 10th
Known for his "air time", Julius "Dr. J" Erving is a true NBA basketball legend and Hall of Famer. This ESPN article provides highlights of his noteworthy career.
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Espn: Oscar Defined the Triple Double

For Students 9th - 10th
ESPN presents career highlights on NBA star and Hall of Famer, Oscar Robertson.
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Basketball Hall of Fame: Oscar Robertson

For Students 9th - 10th
This site offers a profile of NBA All-Star Oscar Robertson, also known as "The Big O." It includes lists of his high school playing highlights, college playing highlights, pro playing highlights, and a full biography.
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USA Today

Usa Today: Pro Basketball

For Students 9th - 10th
USA TODAY, a leading national newspaper, provides extensive coverage of men's professional basketball. Content includes top stories, scores, statistics, schedules, rosters, and much more.
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Mass live.com: Basketball Hall of Fame

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides current and historical information about the sport of basketball.
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The Sports Network

For Students 9th - 10th
The Sports Network is a truly comprehensive sports-centered website. Covering sports throughout the world, content includes the latest headlines and scores, as well as focused looks at all major (and minor) professional sports, college...
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Msnbc: Nbc Sports

For Students 9th - 10th
NBC Sports, in collaboration with The Sporting News, provides the latest news, scores, standings and schedules in the world of sports.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Basketball

For Students 3rd - 8th
Here you can find all kinds of great information on basketball! Find out what kind of equipment you will need to get started, how to play it safe, some fun facts, and some tips on the basics (such as how to dribble, pass, and shoot a...
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Black Past

Black Past: Jordan, Michael

For Students 9th - 10th
This brief encyclopedia article is about Michael Jordan's basketball career from high school through his experience with the Washington Wizards. There are links to websites that give further information.
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Sports Illustrated for Kids

For Students 3rd - 8th
Sports Illustrated for Kids, as its name implies, covers the world of sports from a youthful perspective. With a focus mainly on professional sports, content includes top news, fantasy sports, trivia, and other games.
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Fiba v.s. Usa Rules

For Students 9th - 10th
This offers some interesting comparisons between FIBA vs. U.S.A. as it relates to the rules of the game of basketball. There are also additional links to information about the rules of basketball.
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ESPN Internet Ventures

Espn: Russell Was Proud, Fierce Warrior

For Students 9th - 10th
Part of the Boston Celtics team that won eleven titles from 1957 to 1969, Bill Russell was a champion basketball legend. ESPN provides details on the life and fascinating career of this star who was named SportsCentury athlete number...
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CBS

Cbs Sports: College Basketball: Men's & Women's Basketall

For Students 9th - 10th
CBS Sports provides up-to-the-minute coverage of both men's and women's basketball. Click on the "M" and "W" links on the left toolbar to switch between men and women's teams.
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A&E Television

History.com: 10 Historic Moments of Olympic Hype and Heartbreak

For Students 9th - 10th
Although they were favored to win gold at the Olympics, some Americans failed to even medal. In an especially cruel twist, two sprinters didn't even make it to the quarterfinals at the 1972 Games in Munich.
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Le Bron James

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features LeBron James, an American professional basketball player who helped the Miami Heat of the National Basketball Association (NBA) win two championships (2012, 2013). Drafted directly out of...
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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Nctm: Figure This: Basketball Picks

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
A math challenge taken from the NBA that is sure to interest true basketball fans. Use your data collection, organization, and analysis skills to figure out which teams play each other. A one page NCTM Math Challenges for Families...
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Guide to Black History: Earl Lloyd

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Brittanica's Guide to Black History features Earl Lloyd, a basketball player who was the first African American to play in the National Basketball Association (NBA). This site, rich in detail and breadth of...
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Shaquille O'neal

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Shaquille O'Neal, an American basketball player, named in 1996 to the National Basketball Association (NBA) list of its 50 greatest players of all time.
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: David Robinson

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features David Robinson, an American basketball player who won two National Basketball Association (NBA) titles with the San Antonio Spurs (1999, 2003).
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Doc Rivers

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Doc Rivers, an American basketball player and coach who, as the head coach of the Boston Celtics, led the team to a National Basketball Association (NBA) championship in 2008.
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Elvin Hayes

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Elvin Hayes, an American basketball player who was one of the most prolific scorers and rebounders in the history of the National Basketball Association (NBA).
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Isiah Thomas

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Isiah Thomas, an American basketball player, considered one of the best point guards in the history of the game. He led the Detroit Pistons of the National Basketball Association (NBA) to...
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Karl Malone

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Karl Malone, an American basketball player who owns the National Basketball Association (NBA) career record for free throws attempted (13,188) and made (9,787). He ranks second in career...
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Kobe Bryant

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Kobe Bryant, an American professional basketball player, who helped lead the Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association (NBA) to five championships (2000-02; 2009-10).

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