The story of two trailblazing superstars--Julius "Dr. J" Erving and Moses Malone--whose improbable alliance and unsung legacies shaped the wildest and most innovative era of basketball history.
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.
