Doeden, Matt. Slam Dunk: The Shot That Changed the Game. Spectacular Sports. Lerner/Millbrook, 03/2025. 64pp. Nonfiction. Trade $34.65. 979-8-7656-2680-1. GRADES 5–8. HIGH ADDITIONAL.
In this surprisingly well-done history of the slam dunk shot in both college and professional basketball, the text is exciting and many players, both male and female, are profiled. Full-color photos of racially diverse athletes add to the text. A chapter on the science of the shot along with what athletic ability is required to achieve it is especially interesting. Back matter includes a listing of the NBA Slam Dunk Contest winners, glossary, source notes, an index, and books and websites for further reading.
Rachael Reiley—Independent