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With multiple franchises in pro sports—Lakers and Clippers (NBA), Dodgers and Angels (MLB), and Kings and Ducks (NHL)—plus major interest in UCLA and USC athletics, LA’s fans are some of the most sports-crazed in the country. Matt “Money” Smith and Steve Hartman—two of the leading authorities on So-Cal sports—stir up the scene with this entertaining compilation, including guest lists from Kobe Bryant, Phil Jackson, Luc Robitaille, Jeanie Buss, Steve Garvey, and many more.

Every Chicago fan knows that the only thing better than watching sports is arguing about them-picking the best, the worst and who will come out on top. And no city tears its sports teams apart like we do in the Windy City!Veteran Chicago sportswriter John "Moon" Mullin takes you inside the 100 best debates in Chicago sports. Covering the Bears, Cubs, Sox, Bulls, Blackhawks and beyond, every question you want to debate is here-as well as a few surprises.Arguments include:Who wins? Butkus vs. Payton. Sayers vs. UrlacherWho is the best Chicago announcer? Jack, Harry...or?NBA's best? Jordan's Bulls, Magic's Lakers or Bird's Celtics?Who really killed the '85 Bears? Was it just McCaskey?The Ultimate Bears Coach? Papa Bear or Da Coach?Who does Chicago most love to hate? A Piston, a Packer or one of our own?

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TheStick - Instructional DVD - 18 minute DVD provides basic, casual, easy-to-follow instructions. Improves Strength Increases Flexibility Extends Endurance Accelerates Recovery Time Reduces Muscle Soreness, Stiffness & Pain Prepares Muscle for Rigors of Activity Flushes Muscle from Rigors of Activity Statement approved by the US Olympic Committee Sports Medicine Division - July 2004 The Stick is used as a training tool by athletes at the US Olympic Training Centers in Colorado Springs CO, Lake Placid NY, Marquette MI and Chula Vista CA. Phil Jackson, Head Coach - LA Lakers I would recommend The Stick to all athletes. Bob Anderson, Author of Bestseller...Stretching The Stick is the only body tool I have ever recommended for use on the calf of an elite athlete. Loren Seagrave, Sprint and Hurdle Events IAAF Level II World Coaching - Education Program Our athletes use The Stick to get the most out of their training, prevent injury and optimize their performance. You should too. Norm Miller, Strength coach - Olympic Bobsled Team This simple Stick concept will change the future of sports by allowing the athlete to train harder and more frequently. Who Uses the Stick? Health Care Professionals, Athletes, Companies, Individuals... Anyone can benefit from the Stick! Clinical/Health Care The Stick is widely used in hospitals and by all members of the healing arts, including physicians, chiropractors, massage therapists and other practitioners. Some Stick benefits include: Prepares muscle tissue for additional therapeutic procedures Accurately documents offending myofascial trigger points Supplants conventional and expensive modalities/procedures Accentuates recovery through patient participation Sports Athletes in all sports and at all levels can benefit from the Stick. Many thousands of high school, college, university and Olympic athletes follow the lead of numerous professionals including: New York Knicks, Chicago Bulls, Miami Dolphins, Denver Broncos, Baltimore Orioles, San Diego Padres.... Some Stick benefits include: Warms muscle without expending vital energy stores Performs both general and segmental stretching procedures Removes trigger point barriers to peak athletic performance Enhances strength, flexibility and endurance Accelerates muscle recovery and relieves pain Occupational/Industry From corporate on-site massage to planned industrial wellness, The Stick is an effective modality for overworked and overstressed muscles. Companies On The Stick include: Miller Brewing, 3M Companies, Tenneco, Toshiba, Genuine Parts, Anheuser Busch, Web Marketing Associates and many others. Some Stick benefits include: Allows worker to prepare muscle tissue for activity Provides unassisted stress relief without leaving work sight Controls myofascial lesions associated with CTS Prevents RSI by assuring compliant muscle A Brief Overview The Stick has been the focus of numerous articles, manuscripts, awards and honors. Five independent studies corroborate its effectiveness and ongoing research continues to expand its boundaries. Normal Muscles do not contain trigger points. Normal muscles have no taut bands of muscle fibers, are not tender to firm palpation, ...and do not refer pain in response to applied pressure. Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction, Janet G. Travell, MD & David G. Simons, MD Physiology behind the Technology Description Intracell Technology is founded on solid, scientific evidence in muscle physiology. It employs a sophistication that attracts top level athletes, performing artists and those who aspire to obtain peak physical performance. Intracell Technology engages the use of a simple, easy to use tool called the The Stick. The Stick is a non-motorized device that is composed of a semi-rigid core around which independent, 1 inch spindles freely spin. This instrument was engineered to assist healthcare providers in the deep manipulation of soft tissues such as muscle. The Stick has proved to be highly effective at its intended f

The world has followed Shaquille O'Neal's amazing career for years. Now this All-Star and Most Valuable Player--the towering 7' 1", 330-lbs. center for the World Champion Los Angeles Lakers--is ready to tell all. In Shaq Talks Back, O'Neal is completely candid about his life. For the first time ever, he speaks frankly about:His career, from his days as the immature "Knucklehead in Orlando, " to the man who stood at center court in Game 6 of the Championship Finals and cried with his daughter in his arms Dealings with superstar egos as he finds the right chemistry with Kobe Bryant and Phil JacksonHis upbringing in Newark, NJ and Germany, including the never before discussed topic of his biological fatherRivalries with Alonzo Mourning, Patrick Ewing, Hakeem Olajuwon, and others"Bling-bling": the larger-than-life world of NBA players off-courtInside the Lakers' Championship runNew for this edition: teh 2000-2001 seasona nd repeating as NBA champions.Shaq Talks Back is sure to be the most talked about sports book in years and a must-have for any fan of basketball.

With multiple franchises in pro sports—Lakers and Clippers (NBA), Dodgers and Angels (MLB), and Kings and Ducks (NHL)—plus major interest in UCLA and USC athletics, LA’s fans are some of the most sports-crazed in the country. Matt “Money” Smith and Steve Hartman—two of the leading authorities on So-Cal sports—stir up the scene with this entertaining compilation, including guest lists from Kobe Bryant, Phil Jackson, Luc Robitaille, Jeanie Buss, Steve Garvey, and many more.

The world has followed Shaquille O'Neal's amazing career for years. Now this All-Star and Most Valuable Player--the towering 7' 1", 330-lbs. center for the World Champion Los Angeles Lakers--is ready to tell all. In Shaq Talks Back, O'Neal is completely candid about his life. For the first time ever, he speaks frankly about:His career, from his days as the immature "Knucklehead in Orlando, " to the man who stood at center court in Game 6 of the Championship Finals and cried with his daughter in his arms Dealings with superstar egos as he finds the right chemistry with Kobe Bryant and Phil JacksonHis upbringing in Newark, NJ and Germany, including the never before discussed topic of his biological fatherRivalries with Alonzo Mourning, Patrick Ewing, Hakeem Olajuwon, and others"Bling-bling": the larger-than-life world of NBA players off-courtInside the Lakers' Championship runNew for this edition: teh 2000-2001 seasona nd repeating as

NBA Champion fans, be the first to own the only officially licensed DVD of your teamand#8217;s triumphant season. You havenand#8217;t seen anything until you have seen the official 2009-2010 NBA Champions DVD.

Official licensed NBA ultra decal. Los Angeles Lakers ultra clings stick to multiple surfaces and are removable and reusable. These versatile clings can be used indoors or outdoors and will not leave a residue when removed. Size is approximate. Proudly made in the USA. Basketball, pro-series, sport, boy, guys night out, girls night out.

In June 2009, Derek Fisher and the Los Angeles Lakers won the NBA championship, the fifteenth in Lakers history and an amazing fourth championship in Derek's career.In Character Driven, the NBA champion and starting point guard for the Lakers shares his life story and the inspirational values that have led to his success. Since his rookie season with the Lakers in 1996, Derek Fisher has had a dramatic impact on -- and great success with -- the NBA. Playing alongside legends like Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant, Fisher has held his own at point, exhibiting his exceptional floor leadership and participating in some of the most dramatic post-season games and thrilling moments in recent memory.In his compelling new book, Fisher shares the values that have guided him on the court and off. From his roots in Little Rock to his record-breaking college career at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, his four NBA championships, and his position as president of the Players Association, Fisher shows readers what it's like to play -- and achieve -- at the highest levels.Drawing on the power of faith, he demonstrates how anyone can play for a successful team: whether that team is family, community, or just happens to be one in the NBA. The parents of four, Derek Fisher and his wife, Candace, received news in 2007 that their nine-month-old girl had been diagnosed with a dangerous form of cancer called retinoblastoma.Although his team, the Utah Jazz, was in the midst of a heated play-off series, Fisher immediately put his family first. He asked to be released by the Jazz to be near his daughter as she received the best care possible. Fisher was ultimately reunited with his old teammate Kobe and the Lakers, and the move led to a thrilling championship run that saw the Lakers win the Western Conference championship in 2008 and the NBA championship in 2009.

KAREEM Kareem is a 233 page hardback written by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar with Mignon McCarthy and published by Random House in 1990. It is a FIRST EDITION FIRST PRINTING. The Legendary Center takes you inside the world of professional basketball and the climax of one of the GREATEST careers in sports history! From fall training camp to the NBA finals, Kareem offers a RARE window on the behind-the-scenes world of the LAKERS! This copy is in LIKE NEW Condition. There is a name and address inside the front cover otherwise it doesn't look like it's been read..it is from an Estate Sale so possibily the person never did read it. The only mark is some very light aging on the closed top page edges..doesn't affect the side or bottom, just the top edge and there's nothing inside.

The world has followed Shaquille O'Neal's amazing career for years. Now this All-Star and Most Valuable Player--the towering 7' 1", 330-lbs. center for the World Champion Los Angeles Lakers--is ready to tell all. In Shaq Talks Back, O'Neal is completely candid about his life. For the first time ever, he speaks frankly about:His career, from his days as the immature "Knucklehead in Orlando, " to the man who stood at center court in Game 6 of the Championship Finals and cried with his daughter in his arms Dealings with superstar egos as he finds the right chemistry with Kobe Bryant and Phil JacksonHis upbringing in Newark, NJ and Germany, including the never before discussed topic of his biological fatherRivalries with Alonzo Mourning, Patrick Ewing, Hakeem Olajuwon, and others"Bling-bling": the larger-than-life world of NBA players off-courtInside the Lakers' Championship runNew for this edition: teh 2000-2001 seasona nd repeating as NBA champions.Shaq Talks Back is sure to be the most talked about sports book in years and a must-have for any fan of basketball.

Our Los Angeles Lakers Pennant is perfect for showing your Los Angeles Lakers allegiance in any room of the house or for decorating your next gameday theme party. This officially licensed NBA pennant decoration measures a full size (12x30 inches) and is single-sided screen printed with the NBA team logo as shown. Our Los Angeles Lakers Pennant is made of felt and provides a pennant sleeve for insertion of a pennant stick, if desired.Accessorize your pennant with our Pennant Sticks, Pennant Frames or buy one of your favorite NBA or Sports Pennant Sets.

The Luhr Jensen Great Lakes Snubber is perfect for use when trolling with wire or braided lines. These snubbers have been specifically designed for the Great Lakes angler targeting walleye salmon trout steelhead and lakers. We carry the Luhr Jensen Great Lakes Snubber in 8 and 12 inch sizes in Black or Clear. Each Luhr Jensen Great Lakes Snubber features a barrel swivel on one end and a coast lock swivel on the other and features durable solid silicon construction with built-in UV resistance.

The NBA (National Basketball Association) continues to score with its bestselling books on one of America's most popular sports.This Level 3 book in the ongoing line of NBA readers features super photos, sensational stats, and fascinating profiles of 9 hot stars who are burning up the courts, including Kobe Bryant (L.A. Lakers); Ray Allen (Milwaukee Bucks); Jason Kidd (NJ Nets); Vince Carter (Toronto Raptors); Kevin Garnett (Minnesota Timberwolves); Tracy McGrady (Orlando Magic); Chris Webber (Sacramento Kings); Dirk Nowitzki (Dallas Mavericks) and Michael Jordan (Washington Wizards).

Get your game on with these colorful purple and yellow Los Angeles Lakers Latex Balloons at your next party or special event. Each package contains six assorted color latex balloons measuring approximately 12 inches when inflated. Use helium and let these Los Angeles Lakers Latex Balloons dangle from the ceiling, tie them to chair backs or create unique tabletop centerpieces by adding balloon weights or tying to vases.

Though Phil Jackson won six NBA titles in eight years as coach of the Chicago Bulls, many an analyst opined that his success had less to do with his much-discussed "Zen" approach to basketball than with the presence of Michael Jordan on the Bulls roster. So in 1999, when Jackson took over a beleaguered Los Angeles Lakers team, the sports world was watching closely. As it turned out, Phil Jackson was observing himself and his new team closely, too, collaborating with his good friend Charley Rosen on a firsthand account of the 1999-2000 season and an exploration of his lifelong pursuit of the purity at the heart of the game.Throughout the season—which culminated in the Lakers winning the NBA Championship—Phil and Charley got together frequently to tape conversations about the challenge of bringing discipline and focus to a talented Lakers team that had failed to achieve its potential. Phil wrote his own account of the Lakers' game-by-game progress and his views on the state of the NBA; Charley added his novelist's impressions of the Lakers, Los Angeles, and the league. Together they bring you the fascinating inside story of the founding of a new Lakers dynasty and the triumph of Phil Jackson's hardwood metaphysics.

Greatest NBA Rivalries Volume I features the most current rivalries in the NBA, highlighting battles between teams as well as some great individual duels of this decade. This set includes clashes between the Miami Heat and the Detroit Pistons, the San Antonio Spurs and the Dallas Mavericks, and the epic tussles between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Sacramento Kings. Some of the great upsets in recent years will also be examined, such as last years eight seeded Golden State Warriors eliminating the heavily favored Dallas Mavericks in one of the biggest upsets in NBA history, and the Detroit Piston s astonishing upset of the star-studded Los Angeles Lakers in the 2004 NBA Finals. An authentic, collectable piece of NBA history and a must for all passionate fans of the NBA.

"Charley Rosen has undertaken the challenge of documenting the latest and greatest history of the game professionally--and has done so to great success. . . . . When I finished the book it seemed as if I had gone through another season, injuries and all. . . . Rosen skillfully leads readers through the NBA's first steps along its journey toward what it has become today.” --Phil Jackson, from the Foreword "Rosen, a wonderful sportswriter . . . had forgotten more basketball history than the best fans will ever know."Booklist, on No Blood, No Foul Go back to a time when basketball players wore knee pads and itchy cotton jerseys. When even the team's leaders were grateful for dry towels, hot showers, and $60 paychecks. When winning was all that mattered. In this vividly rendered and meticulously researched book, endorsed with a Foreword by Los Angeles Lakers head coach Phil Jackson, sportswriter Charley Rosen takes you on a rollicking tour of the NBA's first season. Filled with rare archival photographs and exclusive interviews, The First Tip-Off brings to life a cast of unforgettable characters--including Chuck Connors, clown prince of the BAA, and Jumping Joe Fulks, ex-Marine turned basketball's first superstar--as Rosen deftly unfolds the dramatic events of that formative season. It's enough to make you believe once again in the spirit of the sport.

The world has followed Shaquille O'Neal's amazing career for years. Now this All-Star and Most Valuable Player--the towering 7' 1", 330-lbs. center for the World Champion Los Angeles Lakers--is ready to tell all. In Shaq Talks Back, O'Neal is completely candid about his life. For the first time ever, he speaks frankly about:His career, from his days as the immature "Knucklehead in Orlando, " to the man who stood at center court in Game 6 of the Championship Finals and cried with his daughter in his arms Dealings with superstar egos as he finds the right chemistry with Kobe Bryant and Phil JacksonHis upbringing in Newark, NJ and Germany, including the never before discussed topic of his biological fatherRivalries with Alonzo Mourning, Patrick Ewing, Hakeem Olajuwon, and others"Bling-bling": the larger-than-life world of NBA players off-courtInside the Lakers' Championship runNew for this edition: teh 2000-2001 seasona nd repeating as

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The Bad Boys—a collection of incredible basketball talent revered in Detroit and despised throughout the rest of the National Basketball Association. They were back-to-back NBA champions and the monkey (or 600-pound gorilla) that Michael Jordan’s Chicago Bulls had to get off their backs before they could assume the NBA’s throne. In Rick Mahorn’s Tales from the Detroit Pistons, the former Bad Boy shares stories that cover all the key characters, including Isiah Thomas, Bill Laimbeer, Joe Dumars, John Salley, Vinny Johnson, Dennis Rodman, and coach Chuck Daly. Mahorn discusses the wars with the Bulls, Celtics, Knicks, and championship battles with the Lakers and Blazers. The book also examines the sorry state of the franchise before the two titles, their attempts to recapture their NBA magic with Grant Hill and Jerry Stackhouse, and the recent run of success that Dumars is having as the team’s general manager. Mahorn’s role as color analyst for Pistons’ radio broadcasts has kept him in the loop as Dumars has added players like Rip Hamilton, Rasheed Wallace, and Darko Milicic, along with coach Larry Brown, over the past few seasons. Sharing stories from his playing and announcing days is a part of what makes Rick Mahorn’s Tales from the Detroit Pistons special.

The Chicago Bears NFL Retro Style Helmet Flag or Banner. This large flag measures 27x37 inches. Features: Fade Resistant nylon fabric, Will not crack or split, pole not included, use outdoors, or as indoor banner. This flag is a perfect gift for the sports fan in your life.

The Luhr Jensen Great Lakes Snubber is perfect for use when trolling with wire or braided lines. These snubbers have been specifically designed for the Great Lakes angler targeting walleye salmon trout steelhead and lakers. We carry the Luhr Jensen Great Lakes Snubber in 8 and 12 inch sizes in Black or Clear. Each Luhr Jensen Great Lakes Snubber features a barrel swivel on one end and a coast lock swivel on the other and features durable solid silicon construction with built-in UV resistance.

Take Your Best Shot... Authorized by the National Basketball Association, here is the ultimate trivia challenge for hoopsters of all ages. Filled with more than 700 multiple-choice questions, Official NBA Trivia will test your basketball acumen on all aspects of the league including:All-time recordsArenasPast and present playersPlayers' nicknamesCoachesAward winnersRetired numbersRules of the gameAnd moreSee how much you really know about the NBA in chapters devoted to each of the league's twenty-nine franchises, from the Atlanta Hawks to the Washington Wizards, and discover interesting facts, stats, and figures about them all. From the epic battles of the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers to the heated rivalry between the New York Knicks and the Miami Heat, to recent contests in Canada between the Toronto Raptors and the Vancouver Grizzlies, you'll find the past, present, and future of the NBA throughout the pages of this entertaining and fascinating book. Keep score as you go from team to team, and discover how you rank as an NBA Trivia All-Star!

Kobe Bryant may be one of the youngest basketball players in the NBA, but no one would dare call him inexperienced. The son of Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former NBA player and star of various European teams, Kobe spent his childhood watching professional basketball. From the moment he could pick up a ball, he was learning to dribble and shoot. His basketball education was unique - a combination of lessons on basic fundamentals, one-on-one games against his dad, and keen observation and analysis of the world's best players. Kobe learned his lessons well, and at age eighteen was given the chance to prove it when he was drafted into the NBA. Fresh out of high school, Kobe showed that he had the talent and the heart to make it in the pros. This exciting biography traces Bryant's life from childhood to his part in the Lakers' 2000 NBA championship. For more information on the Matt Christopher Sports Bio Bookshelf, please turn to the last pages of this book.

In June 2009, Derek Fisher and the Los Angeles Lakers won the NBA championship, the fifteenth in Lakers history and an amazing fourth championship in Derek's career.In Character Driven, the NBA champion and starting point guard for the Lakers shares his life story and the inspirational values that have led to his success. Since his rookie season with the Lakers in 1996, Derek Fisher has had a dramatic impact on -- and great success with -- the NBA. Playing alongside legends like Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant, Fisher has held his own at point, exhibiting his exceptional floor leadership and participating in some of the most dramatic post-season games and thrilling moments in recent memory.In his compelling new book, Fisher shares the values that have guided him on the court and off. From his roots in Little Rock to his record-breaking college career at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, his four NBA championships, and his position as president of the Players Association, Fisher shows readers what it's like to play -- and achieve -- at the highest levels.Drawing on the power of faith, he demonstrates how anyone can play for a successful team: whether that team is family, community, or just happens to be one in the NBA. The parents of four, Derek Fisher and his wife, Candace, received news in 2007 that their nine-month-old girl had been diagnosed with a dangerous form of cancer called retinoblastoma.Although his team, the Utah Jazz, was in the midst of a heated play-off series, Fisher immediately put his family first. He asked to be released by the Jazz to be near his daughter as she received the best care possible. Fisher was ultimately reunited with his old teammate Kobe and the Lakers, and the move led to a thrilling championship run that saw the Lakers win the Western Conference championship in 2008 and the NBA championship in 2009.

Lakers 4"x3" Chrome finish plastic auto emblem can be applied to a vehicle or any other hard surface with a automotive 3M tape included on the emblem. Can be removed without damaging paint or surface and is UV protected..

Many consider the 1971-72 World Champion Los Angeles Lakers one of the greatest teams in the history of the NBA. But despite a remarkable run to the title that included a record 33-game winning streak, this group of aging stalwarts and enthusiastic youngsters were the unlikeliest of champions.This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.

The Three Time NBA Champion and starting point guard for the Los Angeles Lakers shares his Christian faith and inspirational values for success and happiness.Since his inaugural season with the NBA in 1996, Derek Fisher has had a dramatic impact on the great success of the Lakers. Playing alongside legendary players like Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O’Neal, and Lamar Odom, Fisher has held his position at point guard, participating in some of the most dramatic post-season games and moments in recent memory.In 2007 Derek Fisher and his wife Candace’s lives were upturned by news that their eleven-month-old daughter, Tatum, had been diagnosed with a degenerative and rare form of eye cancer called retinoblastoma. Although his team, the Utah Jazz, was in the midst of a heated playoff series, Fisher immediately put his family first to be with his daughter at the time of her required emergency surgery and chemotherapy. Nominated the best moment in the 2007 ESPY Awards, Derek was able to make a dramatic late entrance and performance in the fourth quarter of game 2 to help the Jazz to an emotional victory. Following the season, Fisher asked the Jazz to release him of his contract so he could devote his energies to fighting his daughter’s retinoblastoma without knowing if he would ever play basketball again. Fisher officially rejoined the Lakers, resuming his role as point guard, and provided a veteran influence alongside Kobe Bryant to a relatively young Lakers squad. In his compelling new book, Fisher shares the Christian values that have guided him on the court and off. With anecdotes from his personal and professional life, Fisher offers lessons learned along the way. Drawing on the power of faith, he shows how anyone can play for a successful team: whether that team is family, community, or just happens to be one in the NBA.