Basketball Heroes Making a Difference

From an early age, Kevin Love showed a lot of promise on the court. In college, he led the UCLA Bruins in rebounds and guided his team to the Final Four. Kevin then joined the Minnesota Timberwolves and became a superstar player. His accurate jump shots and passing skills dazzled fans, and he proved to be one of the best three-point shooters in the NBA. Kevin's talents and achievements aren't limited to basketball, however. He also helps organize an annual coat drive to provide warm jackets to people in need. Other causes he has worked for include raising money for breast cancer awareness and the Special Olympics. In Kevin Love, readers will follow this NBA superstar's basketball career and discover how he has made a difference in people's lives both on and off the court. Large, full-color action photos and engaging text will keep readers turning the pages for more.

Point Guard Chris Paul knows how to make a big impact on the court, despite the fact that he's only six feet tall. During his first year playing professional basketball for the New Orleans Hornets, Chris Paul was named NBA Rookie of the Year and led the league in steals. In 2011, he was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers--and went on to lead the team to the playoffs in each of his first three seasons! Chris doesn't just work hard on the court, though. He has worked just as hard making a difference in people's lives, especially those affected by Hurricane Katrina. After the storm, he gave his time and money to help rebuild houses throughout New Orleans. Chris also started the CP3 Foundation, which provides food, shelter, and other services to people around the country who need help. In Chris Paul, readers will follow this NBA superstar's basketball career and discover how he has made a difference in people's lives both on and off the court. Large, full-color action photos and engaging text will keep readers turning the pages for more.

Blake Griffin is one of basketball's brightest young stars. After being picked first in the NBA draft by the Los Angeles Clippers, he soon became well known for his amazing slam dunks. In 2013, Blake led the Clippers to their first division championship. In addition to being a dazzling athlete, the young forward has used his basketball skills to help others. During his rookie season, he pledged to give $100 for each slam dunk he made that year to help fight childhood obesity. He also used his win at the 2011 NBA Slam Dunk Contest as an opportunity to raise money for cancer research. In Blake Griffin, readers will follow this NBA superstar's basketball career and discover how he has made a difference in people's lives, both on and off the court. Large, full-color action photos and engaging text will keep readers turning the pages for more.

NBA superstar LeBron James is a living legend. For years he has dazzled fans--first for the Cleveland Cavaliers, and then for the Miami Heat. During his rookie season, he set a record as the youngest player to score more than 40 points in a game. In 2012 and 2013, he helped the Heat win two NBA championships. Despite moving to Miami, LeBron has never forgotten his hometown of Akron, Ohio. He has donated money to renovate his old high school's basketball arena and to provide the school's sports teams with new uniforms. He also started the LeBron James Family Foundation (LJFF), which encourages kids in Akron to stay in school. In LeBron James, readers will follow this NBA superstar's basketball career and discover how he has made a difference in people's lives both on and off the court. Large, full-color action photos and engaging text will keep readers turning the pages for more.

As a rookie for the Denver Nuggets, Carmelo Anthony helped lead his team to the playoffs with his outstanding scoring skills. After he was traded to the New York Knicks, he continued to shine on the court, impressing fans with an amazing 26 points per game during his first season. That's not the only reason Carmelo Anthony is a superstar, however. When he's not sinking shots, Carmelo is helping those in need through the Carmelo Anthony Foundation. The foundation has set up after-school programs for kids in Carmelo's hometown of Baltimore and provided food for the hungry, in addition to building a million-dollar youth center. In Carmelo Anthony, readers will follow this NBA superstar's basketball career and discover how he has made a difference in people's lives both on and off the court. Large, full-color action photos and engaging text will keep readers turning the pages for more.