Elevated: The Global Rise of the N.B.A.

By Harvey Araton

Book Overview

A courtside seat to the history of basketball's global phenomenon.

Elevated provides a nuanced view of the NBA, chronicling its growth from the Bird-Magic era to the age of LeBron. This expansive compilation by New York Times reporters and columnists explores the league's most intriguing personalities and issues.

Through in-depth features and incisive commentary, this collection captures the essence of basketball's evolution. Enhanced by Araton's chapter introductions and reporter postscripts, it offers a look into the complexities of the sport and its cultural impact. Discover the stories behind the stories of:

The Bird-Magic rivalryMichael Jordan's dominanceThe rise of global stars

For sports enthusiasts seeking a deeper understanding of the NBA's legacy, Elevated is an insightful journey through the defining moments and figures that shaped the game.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1629376507
• ISBN13: 9781629376509
• Release Date: April 2019
• Publisher: Triumph Books (IL)
• Length: 496 Pages
• Weight: 1.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 6.1" x 9.1"