Hoops Heist: Seattle, the Sonics, and How a Stolen Team's Legacy Gave Rise to the NBA's Secret Empire

Name: Hoops Heist: Seattle, the Sonics, and How a Stolen Team's Legacy Gave Rise to the NBA's Secret Empire
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Book Synopsis: This is the untold story of the city of Seattle, their beloved Sonics, and how the legacy of their stolen team created a transcendent hoops culture and a pipeline of NBA All-Stars, champions and icons with roots in the Emerald City and the Pacific Northwest. Few cities in the history of modern sports had a visceral connection to a professional sports team like the citizens of Seattle and their Sonics. Beginning with their first season in 1967 through their last in 2008, the city's love affair with their team and players was unlike any other. From Lenny Wilkens, Spencer Haywood, Slick Watts, "Downtown" Freddie Brown and Jack Sikma, through Gary Payton and Shawn Kemp and the electric 90s era, all the way up to Ray Allen's run and Kevin Durant's single season, Hoops Heist explores the incredible impact of the Sonics locally and the importance of the franchise nationally. Featuring exhaustive research and exclusive interviews with Seattle legends, NBA Hall of Famers and the players who came of age in the Sonics' shadow, including Isaiah Thomas, Brandon Roy, Doug Christie, Jason Terry, Nate Robinson, Jamal Crawford and more, Hoops Heist captures the transcendence of the Pacific Northwest's basketball scene and its ongoing influence in today's NBA.

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Uncover the untold story of Seattle's stolen basketball legacy in "Hoops Heist: Seattle, the Sonics, and How a Stolen Team's Legacy Gave Rise to the NBA's Secret Empire." This captivating book dives deep into the city's unwavering love for their Sonics, and the astonishing impact it had on basketball culture both locally and nationally.

From the Sonics' inaugural season in 1967 to their heartbreaking departure in 2008, Seattleites had an unparalleled connection with their team and players. Legends like Lenny Wilkens, Gary Payton, and Shawn Kemp left an indelible mark on the city's basketball history, inspiring a generation of NBA All-Stars, champions, and icons.

Through extensive research and exclusive interviews, "Hoops Heist" reveals the stories behind the scenes, featuring Seattle basketball legends, NBA Hall of Famers, and rising stars who developed their skills in the Sonics' shadow. Isaiah Thomas, Brandon Roy, and Nate Robinson are just a few of the players who share their experiences, showcasing the ongoing influence of the Pacific Northwest's basketball scene on today's NBA.

Don't miss out on this incredible journey through Seattle's stolen basketball legacy. Experience the thrill, triumphs, and heartbreaks that shaped a city's devotion to their team. Discover the secret empire that emerged from the ashes of the Sonics. Get your copy of "Hoops Heist" now and immerse yourself in the captivating story that forever changed the game.

Get your copy of "Hoops Heist" today and embark on an unforgettable basketball journey!

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