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When Karl Malone arrived in Salt Lake City in 1985, he couldn't make a free throw, hit a jumper or decipher a game plan. According to his plentiful critics, he lacked the emotional resources and ruthlessness to make himself over into a first-rank power forward. ... Read more

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KARL DELIVERED THIS BOOK DOES NOT
THIS BOOK IS SUPPOSED TO BE ABOUT KARL MALONE NBA SUPERSTAR. BUT ALOT OF THIS BOOK IS SPENT ON THE HISTORY OF THE JAZZ AND MANY OTHERS PLAYERS. IT IS NOT A BAD BOOK BUT NOT WHAT I EXPECTED. OK READ.

Karl Malone shows that Mark Beekman is a purple belt...
That Karl Malone fellow has been on the man show, movies, W.C.W, and knows Maxercise purple belt Mark Beekman. What else can a superstar basketball player accomplish?! The book is great, just like my girlfriend Joelle Fillipo and that Barry Sanders guy the dude mentioned when reviewing the book. Karl Malone should break the all-time record in a few years for points to show that Jason Haines from Parkway Manor kissed Jennifer Sue Frisch!

If you have never heard of Karl Malone...
...then this is probably an okay book to get started.Probably more for teenagers.I was in Salt Lake when K.M. was drafted and the then owner of the team had really wanted Keith Lee but the fans gathered at the Salt Palace were happy Malone was still available.Before his name was announced fans were chanting "Mailman, Mailman..."That draft began a long and very good relationship with the Utah fans.Both have benefited greatly from the union.Unfortunately that part of K.M.'s story isn't in the book.Neither are a lot of things you'd like to know, such as the details of Mr. Malone's famous off-season workouts that make his workout partners puke, although it is touched on.I wanted to know how he developed it and who can keep up with him and what else he does to maintain his high durability in the modern game.

Karl deserves better.I met him his rookie year and found out he was a fantastic person, able to handle fame better than most.At that early stage he could make you feel like you were very important - how many rookie NBA players can do that?I've been a huge fan ever since and I don't even like basketball much.

I read the book hoping to see his development into the best power forward of all time and instead I got a bunch on newspaper clippings and vignettes on early NBA thugs.I think there's more to Mr. Malone than that.I think there's more to his development as a player than what I read.

He still hasn't won a championship.Well neither did Barry Sanders, Carl Yastremski, Gale Sayers or even Jerry Sloan.K.M is a great basketball player and an even better person - he deserves a better story than what the book told. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Semana, published by Spanish Publications, Inc. on May 6, 1999. The length of the article is 695 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Malone, sueña con el título.(Karl Malone, jugador de baloncesto)(TT: Malone, dreams of trophy.)(TA: Karl Malone, basketball player)(Entrevista)
Author: Tay Polo Miranda
Publication: Semana (Magazine/Journal)
Date: May 6, 1999
Publisher: Spanish Publications, Inc.
Volume: 6Issue: 323Page: 20

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Purchase includes free access to book updates online and a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Chapters: Karl Malone, Tim Floyd, P. J. Brown, Paul Millsap, Jackie Moreland, Randy White, Leon Barmore, Dave Simmons, Mike Mcconathy, Mike Green. Excerpt:Dave Simmons Dave Simmons is the head men's basketball coach at McNeese State University . A hyperlinked version of this chapter is at Jack Wade "Jackie" Moreland Jack Wade "Jackie" Moreland (March 11, 1938 - December 19, 1971) was an American basketball player for the Detroit Pistons and the former New Orleans Buccaneers . Originally from Minden , the seat of Webster Parish in northwestern Louisiana , he played in 1955 and 1956 for the Minden High School Crimson Tide, where under Coach Cleveland S. "Cleve" Strong (1923-2008), he was the first from his school to be named "All American" in basketball. Moreland was also an outstanding student, garnering many awards, including annual honors in U.S. history. He graduated in 1956 as the class salutatorian . Thereafter, he played for a semester at North Carolina State University in Raleigh . He then excelled on the court at Louisiana Tech University (Louisiana Polytechnic Institute) at Ruston , where he was again "All American" in 1958, 1959, and 1960, under Coach Cecil C. Crowley (1908-1991). His 1,419 collegiate points was the fourth highest in the history of Louisiana Tech, despite playing for only three, instead of the customary four, years for the Bulldogs. He completed three and a half-years at Tech, earning his bachelor of science degree in civil engineering . Moreland was the only Minden High School graduate to play in the National Basketball Association . He was selected by the Pistons in the first round of the 1960 NBA Draft and remained with the team until 1965. He was the fourth selection overall, after Oscar Robertson , and Jerry West , and Darrall Imhoff . From 1967 to 1970, h... ... Read more

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Purchase includes free access to book updates online and a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Chapters: Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Basketball Players, Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Basketball Seasons, Karl Malone, Tim Floyd, 2009-10 Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Basketball Team, P. J. Brown, Jim Wooldridge, Paul Millsap, J. D. Barnett, Jackie Moreland, Randy White, Kerry Rupp, Leon Barmore, Dave Simmons, Mike Mcconathy, Mike Green, Scotty Robertson, Andy Russo, Tommy Joe Eagles. Excerpt:... More: http://booksllc.net/?id=21800172 ... Read more

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Chapters: Karl Malone, Dan Richey, Robert Parish, Von Wafer, D. J. Augustin, Lawson Swearingen, Joe Dumars, Raymond Laborde, Seimone Augustus, Bob Pettit, Bruce Seals, Avery Johnson, Romeo Miller, Bernard King, Chris Duhon, Danny Granger, Shan Foster, Deron Washington, Robin Roberts, Paul Millsap, Lanny Johnson, Marques Johnson, Chris Quinn, Robert Lee, Robert Pack, Bob Love, Sean Tuohy, Randy Livingston, Mark Davis, Ervin Johnson, John "Hot Rod" Williams, Bobby Phills, Rod Higgins, Lester Mccalebb, Keith Smart, Roneeka Hodges, Tierre Brown, Quianna Chaney, Tony Zeno, Demond Mallet, Anthony Pullard, Jamie Mayo, Garrett Temple, Tony Harris, Benoit Benjamin, Jaren Jackson, Larry Robinson, Marcus Thornton, Sherell Ford, Gerard King, Mike Sanders, Mike Mcconathy, Donald Royal, Kedrick Brown, Desmond Penigar, Aaron James, Mike Smith (Basketball, Born 1976), Brandon Williams, Stanley Brundy, Dave Johnson, Nikita Wilson. Source: Wikipedia. Pages: 218. Not illustrated. Free updates online. Purchase includes a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Excerpt: Karl Anthony Malone (born July 24, 1963) is a retired American professional basketball player. Born in Summerfield, Louisiana, he was nicknamed in college as the Mailman for his consistency ("the mailman always delivers") and his work in the post. Malone twice won the National Basketball Association (NBA) Most Valuable Player award. He is generally considered one of the greatest power forwards in NBA history, and has scored the second most points (36,942) in NBA history, trailing only Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. On May 30, 2007, Malone was named director of basketball promotions and assistant strength and conditioning coach at his alma mater, Louisiana Tech University in Ruston. Malone spent his first 18 seasons (19852003) as the star player for the Utah Jazz forming a formidable duo with his teammate John St...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=459304 ... Read more

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Christian's review on Karl Malone
Karl Malone, an awesome, super star basketball player. In high school, he was a slacker that did not care for his grades. By his sophomore year he decided to work hard and get good grades. He was tired of practicing withthe team and not playing in any games. By the middle of his sophomore yearhe had accomplished this and was practicing and playing. By the end of hissenior year, he had two colleges fighting over him with scholarships. Hedecided to go with Louisiana Tech. Karl had started working on his grades alittle late and had an average of 2.7 and he needed to have a 3.0average. I believe any person could read this book, because it iseasy to understandand read. I really like this book because it has agreat theme, that theme is that if you work hard and want something workfor itand you most likely will get it. ... Read more

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A career biography of power forward in the National Basketball Association, Karl Malone. ... Read more

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A dual biography that emphasizes how greatly two Utah Jazz stars rely on each other on and off the court and the extent to which their careers have intertwined. ... Read more

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Stockton & Malone are different people but best friends,
This is the first time I have ever read this book. I thought it was great.This book proves you can be of different color,different religion, and ofdifferent build and still be best friends. Even though I don't like theUtah Jazz, I thought this book described the Utah Jazz,Stockton, and Malonevery well.This book proves that even if you were once poor, you neverforget where you came from.Iwould read this book or another book by thisauthor if I could.

Satisfy your "Basketball Jones"
Wow.I thought I knew everything there was to know about Karl Malone andJohn Stockton, then I picked up Mr. Schnakenberg's book.All I can say is,he's painted a vivid portrait of two TRUE hardwood superstars.Theirantics on and off the court are entertaining and inspiring.The writing iscrisp,and the grammar is impeccable.

Schnakenberg... He shoots....He SCORES!
I admit, when my daughter brought this book home for a book report, myexpectations were high.We both loved Mr. Schnakenberg's Scottie Pippenbook, and didn't think he could top it.We were both pleasantly surprised. Once again, he has put together an informative and entertaining book.Iknow it is officially a "Young Adult's" offering, but I was notashamed to borrow it from my daughter and bring it to work to read overlunch.When a co-worker noticed it he picked it up out of curiosity.Nowmy daughter has to borrow it from the library again so HE can finish it.Ihope Mr. Schnakenberg continues to provide his own personal brand of wit toboth young and old alike.He is rapidly distinguishing himself as one ofour premiere "Young Adult" authors.

A slam bang funfest!
Schnakenberg's dazzling dual biography of John Stockton and Karl Malone proves once again that he is the master of middle grade biography.I heartily recommend this rich tapestry of basketball storytelling. ... Read more

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Profiles the personal life and professional career of the Utah Jazz player who is one of the NBA's premier forwards. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Jet, published by Johnson Publishing Co. on March 7, 2005. The length of the article is 318 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Karl Malone retires from NBA as a 'Jazz man'.(Sports)(Brief Article)
Publication: Jet (Magazine/Journal)
Date: March 7, 2005
Publisher: Johnson Publishing Co.
Volume: 107Issue: 10Page: 50(1)

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If you know a sports trivia buff, then Sports Publishing's 101 Little Known Facts series is the perfect gift for your favorite fan, young or old! These unique books are chock full of interesting information, statistics and photographs about five of America's most beloved sports celebrities, including Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods, Karl Malone, Troy Aikman and Ken Griffey Jr. Did you know Michael Jordan has a putting green in the basement of his home? Or that, at eighteen months old, Tiger Woods had an 11 on a 410-yard, par-4 hole, the first hole of his life? Did you know that NBA Most Valuable Player Karl Malone's first basketball cost $2.98 which his mother obtained with a down payment of 75 cents? Were you aware that Dallas Cowboys' star Troy Aikman originally planned to attend medical school? Or that Seattle Mariners star Ken Griffey Jr. and his father, Ken Griffey Sr., are the only father-son duo to play big leaugue baseball at the same time? ... Read more

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Highlights of a Superstar
Many people probably would think this book dosen't make sense because of the name. I mean think about it 101 Little known facts about Karl Malone. This book is probably one of the best book about a Star ever.101 Little known facts about Karl Malone is one of the best little known facts books ever written, it covers facts about a superstar who is becoming one of the greatest basketball player. One of the best books about a star ever written. Covers things you will definitely want to read ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Notable Sports Figures, brought to you by Gale®, a part of Cengage Learning, a world leader in e-research and educational publishing for libraries, schools and businesses.The length of the article is 1947 words.The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase.You can view it with any web browser.Takes a close look at the people in sports who have captured attention because of success on the playing field, or controversy off the playing field. This work features biographies on more than 600 people from around the world and throughout history who have had an impact not only on their sport, but also on the society and culture of their times. It also includes not only the record-breakers that dominated and changed their sport, but also the controversial figures that made headlines even apart from athletic events. ... Read more

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Chapters: José Ortiz, Dominique Wilkins, Karl Malone, Billy Donovan, Deron Williams, Andrei Kirilenko, Dee Brown (Basketball, Born 1984), Aleksandar Pavlović, John Stockton, Deshawn Stevenson, Jacque Vaughn, Kris Humphries, Nazr Mohammed, Kosta Koufos, Mark Eaton, Scott Padgett, Mo Williams, Ricky Grace, C. J. Miles, Paul Millsap, Dell Curry, Jarron Collins, Kirk Snyder, Raúl López, Martin Müürsepp, Blue Edwards, Eric Maynor, Thurl Bailey, Goran Suton, Ronnie Brewer, Morris Almond, Darrell Griffith, Bryon Russell, Eric Murdock, Danny Schayes, Robert Whaley, Greg Ostertag, Kaniel Dickens, Pavel Podkolzin, Isaac Austin, Jamal Sampson, Quincy Lewis, Bob Hansen, Wolfe Perry, Arvid Kramer, Torraye Braggs, Jim Rowinski, Jerry Eaves, Tadija Dragićević, Bobby Cattage, Ryan Humphrey, Shandon Anderson, Luther Wright, Carey Scurry, Herbert Hill, Eddie Lucas, Delaney Rudd, John Duren, Eric Leckner, Bart Kofoed, Jamie Watson, John Shasky, David Pope, Howard Wood, Walter Palmer, Nate Erdmann. Source: Wikipedia. Pages: 237. Not illustrated. Free updates online. Purchase includes a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Excerpt: Selected by Utah Jazz Jacques Dominique Wilkins (born January 12, 1960) is a retired American professional basketball player. He is best remembered for his stint with the Atlanta Hawks of the NBA. A nine time NBA All-Star, "'Nique" is one of the most prolific scorers in NBA history. Wilkins is also known as one of the best dunkers in NBA history, earning the nickname "The Human Highlight Film." In 2006, Wilkins was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Wilkins was born in Paris, France, due to his father being stationed there while in the U.S. Air Force. Wilkins' family then moved to Washington, North Carolina where he attended Washington High School. He was the back-to-back MVP for the team's consecutive Class 3-A...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=613063 ... Read more

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Upper Deck Basketball Trading Cards 1993-1994. Picture cards with stats. Copywrite 1993 The Upper Deck Company and NBA Properties Inc. Printed in the USA. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Semana, published by Spanish Publications, Inc. on June 18, 1998. The length of the article is 824 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Jordan ¿y ahora que más? (Michael Jordan lleva a los Bulls a victoria sobre Utah Jazz; baloncesto profesional de Estados Unidos)(TT: Jordan: and now what more?) (TA: Michael Jordan leads Bulls to victory over Utah Jazz: US professional basketball)
Author: Tay Polo Miranda
Publication: Semana (Magazine/Journal)
Date: June 18, 1998
Publisher: Spanish Publications, Inc.
Volume: v5Issue: n278Page: pSD11(1)

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This digital document is an article from Semana, published by Spanish Publications, Inc. on October 16, 1997. The length of the article is 442 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Canasteando. (notas de jugadores de baloncesto; octubre de 1997)(TT: Playing hoops) (TA: notes of basketball players; October 1997)
Publication: Semana (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 16, 1997
Publisher: Spanish Publications, Inc.
Volume: v4Issue: n243Page: p15(1)

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"To the Brink" is a no-holds-barred look behind the scenes at the sports world's favorite oxymoron--the Utah Jazz--as they make one final fight for that elusive championship ring in the 1997-98 season. 8-page photo insert.Amazon.com Review
What separates To the Brink from most annals of ateam's season is the ending: the Jazz ultimately failed. All thetumult, anxiety, and excitement that led to this failure makeBrink a far more textured tale than the one that would havebeen written had they prevailed over the Bulls in the 1998 NBAchampionships. Lewis naturally centers on the often brilliant play andmoody personalities of future Hall of Famers John Stockton and KarlMalone, but he works all sides of the court here, and good storiesemerge, from Coach Jerry Sloan's metamorphosis in the face of hiswife's cancer to the tense bickering over Greg Ostertag's inflatedsalary and deflated performance. Regularly counted out and alwaysunderestimated, the Jazz surprised the NBA by doing what they do best:playing solid ball and prevailing in the West on what often seemedlike a triumvirate of heart, perseverance, and Malone'scharismatically gargantuan will. They shocked the talented Lakers,sweeping them in the conference finals 4-0 to earn a return trip toface the Bulls in the title round, where they succumbed, a game toosoon, to one of Michael Jordan's more sublime moments. That the lossis preordained riffs; like a bad date with destiny, you keep hopingfor the best, but a sad air of resignation prevails. --JeffSilverman ... Read more

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COULD BE A HISTORY BOOK
Not only does this book give a remarkable description of the 97'/98'season but also a in depth look at the previous seasons and how the Jazz came to be in Utah.It is the best written Jazz book I have ever read and I will read it over and over.Michael Lewis has wrote the book in away that all the memorable moments come rushing back to you as if you were still in front of the T.V. celebrating with your friends.It brings it back to life.

COULD BE A HISTORY BOOK
Not only does this book give a remarkable description of the 97'/98'season but also a in depth look at the previous seasons and how the Jazz came to be in Utah.It is the best written Jazz book I have ever read and I will read it over and over.Michael Lewis as wrote the book in away that all the memorable moments come rushing back to you as if you were still in front of the T.V. celebrating with your friends.It brings it back to life.

Amazing!
This book is a summary of the 97-98 Utah Jazz season; and even as a diehard Jazz fan, I didn't know of some of the sticky situations that went on in their season and what a miracle it was that they made the finals. The whole state of Utah (they're all Jazz fans, right?) needs to read this book; along with any other Jazz fan.

What a book!
I just finished this book and I can't say enough about it. It describes the Jazz's season perfectly! If you get 1 book this year make it this one.

A great overall view on the great Utah Jazz
I bought this book recently and I must say that I love it!The author is honest about the team,writing about the good times,bad times and how players react to all kind of distraction.I strongly recommend this bookfor all the Jazz fans out there. This is a well written book which alowsthe reader to travel with the team,hear what they have to say and see howthey react to reporters for example. Just buy it. ... Read more

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This is the hardest working team in the NBA, the UtahJazz.Led by iron men Karl Malone, John Stockton and coach JerrySloan.Go behind the scenes to reveal the unparalleledcompetitiveness of a collection of over-achieving players and theirdemanding coach, whose never-say-die efforts have captured the heartsof the entire state of Utah and basketball fans throughout NorthAmerica. ... Read more

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Great book
I bought this as a gift for my brother. The Jazz fanatic. He was trilled. It's a great book. Perfect for those die hard Stockton/Malone fans.

He shoots...he scores!
The greatest story ever, on the greatest players ever ... Read more