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Showtime Strikes Back
By Gigi Romano
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Description
This vivid narrative plunges readers into the drama of locker-room banter and big-game brilliance, from the tension-laced days after a bitter playoff defeat to the euphoric parade on Figueroa Street. On the court, the Lakers revolutionized the game with speed, style, and selfless teamwork, while their greatest rivals, the Boston Celtics, stood ready for one last, classic duel. Off the court, the series captures the resonance of broadcast television, the rise of NBA culture on both sides of the Atlantic, and the ways in which the season's spectacle rippled outward-shaping fashion, media, and international fandom.
Meticulously researched and driven by first-hand accounts, Showtime Strikes Back is not only the story of a championship reclaimed, but also a portrait of a sport-and a city-at a defining moment. Perfect for longtime fans, sports historians, and anyone who wants to understand how basketball became a global phenomenon, this is the ultimate celebration of the Lakers' most iconic season and the echo of Showtime across generations.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
230
Release Date:
2025-08-08
Publication Date:
2025-08-08
Publisher:
Independently Published
Languages:
Original:
English
ISBN10:
192357034X
ISBN13:
9781923570344
Weight:
340 g
Height:
152 cm
Width:
229 cm
Thickness:
13 cm
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