{"product_id":"game-changers-the-goats-who-revolutionized-basketball-hardcover","title":"Game Changers: The Goats Who Revolutionized Basketball - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMarcus II Thompson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJoining the fierce debates every obsessive fan loves to have, acclaimed sports journalist Marcus Thompson II presents a series of bold cases for who he thinks are the unique players who changed basketball forever.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Michael Jordan. Dirk Nowitzki. Candace Parker. Steph Curry. These players from the modern era are among a handful of basketball's elite who have earned the rare title of Game Changer. Their contributions go beyond statistics and accolades, beyond wins and records. What they and others like them have achieved is nothing short of revolutionary when it comes to the trajectory of the game. In this utterly unique basketball history, Marcus Thompson II highlights a rare selection of players from the NBA and WNBA, building a thoroughly convincing case for each athlete that points to their irrefutable and lasting impact. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Fast-paced with plenty of inarguable stats and well-reasoned takes sure to create endless debate among fans, \u003ci\u003eGame Changers \u003c\/i\u003eis a glowing tribute celebrating the players we love to crown as GOATS.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMarcus Thompson II\u003c\/b\u003e is a lead columnist at The Athletic. With more than twenty years' experience, he has developed a respected voice in the industry through his storytelling, ability to connect with athletes, and unique perspective. He is the author of the national bestseller \u003ci\u003eGolden: The Miraculous Rise of Steph Curry\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eKD: Kevin Durant's Relentless Pursuit to Be the Greatest\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eDynasties: The 10 G.O.A.T. Teams That Changed the NBA Forever.\u003c\/i\u003e He lives with his wife, Dawn, and daughter, Sharon, in Oakland, California. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 288\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2 x 9.1 x 6.1 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 15, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56435035046193,"sku":"9798894140537","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/9532\/7537\/files\/wbqEDKe00L9798894140537.webp?v=1790164598","url":"https:\/\/mitchellofficial.com\/products\/game-changers-the-goats-who-revolutionized-basketball-hardcover","provider":"MITCHELL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}