Guides us through this overlooked chapter with tact, intelligence and verve ... Keeps an eye on the larger socio-political context ... Doesn’t skirt the difficulties faced by Mr. Erving and Malone off-the-court.
A detailed snapshot of both players ... Will appeal mostly to ardent NBA fans, but the personal stories and triumph and tribulations of one of basketball’s greatest duos should garner a larger audience.
Informative, enjoyable ... Ably mines its titular superstars’ many contrasts ... This is smart sports history that keeps sight of important social context.
