Detailed photographs take readers through step-by-step drills on dribbling, passing, shooting, blocking, slam dunks, and more. Clear text outlines the rules and positions of the game and discusses diet and staying fit. Young athletes will also be inspired by fact boxes about current basketball stars and the secrets to their success.

Includes index.

Know the game -- The court -- Equipment -- Skills & drills -- Dribbling -- On the court : dribbling -- Ball handling -- Passing -- On the court : passing -- Shooting -- On the court : shooting -- Rebounding -- On the court : rebounding -- Defending -- On the court : defending -- Advanced skills & drills -- Advanced dribbling -- Fake & drive -- Tip off -- Advanced shooting -- Fast break drills -- Fouls -- Be fit, stay fit -- Warming up & stretching -- Diet & mental attitude -- How the pros do it -- Rules.