"After opening with the Golden State Warriors' jubilant win in the final 2018 NBA championship game, this slim volume from the Inside the Sport series (6 titles) shares information about the professional basketball experience. What paths lead to the NBA and WNBA? What do players eat before and after a game? How do they stay fit during the off-season? And why do some American players, both men and women, join teams in Europe and Asia? An appended feature suggests a free throw drill designed to help young players learn to succeed under pressure. Monson, a sportswriter, presents information in a straightforward way, and the text is relatively accessible. The book's short sentences, color photos, and attractive layout will appeal to young fans."--Booklist.