The gritty, sometimes funny, yet poignant details of Mike James struggle to overcome adversity in pursuit of his dream to play in the NBA is a must read for anyone with thoughts of being the best they can be. Mike details the hard work, determination, and constant struggle to make it in a business where many desire but only a few enjoy success. The dedicated, yet often misunderstood star point guard recounts the reality of being traded nine times in an eight-year career and the toll it has taken on his family as well as his psyche. He takes his readers on an emotional roller-coaster, which leaves them cheering for the underdog Although Mike has tasted success as a member of the 2004 Detroit Pistons NBA championship team, he still continues his quest for greatness in the on going fight for his dreams.
ISBN: | 9780615337951 |
Publication date: | 1st January 2010 |
Author: | Mike James |
Publisher: | James Foundation (US) an imprint of James Foundation |
Format: | Paperback |
Pagination: | 162 pages |
Genres: |
Language teaching and learning Autobiography: sport |