Isiah Thomas Story From the Back Court to the Front Office

This revised edition of a landmark biography follows the life of basketball star Isiah Thomas from his childhood on Chicago's South Side to his current position as president of the New York Knicks. His entire professional and athletic career is covered, including his successful collegiate career with Indiana University and his role in turning the Detroit Pistons' squad from one of the league's laughingstocks to an NBA powerhouse. All aspects of Thomas's contributions are examined to reveal how he revolutionized the game with his energy and skill, introduced professional basketball to Canada, and transitioned to his controversial roles off the court as coach and executive.Challen, Paul is the author of 'Isiah Thomas Story From the Back Court to the Front Office', published 2004 under ISBN 9781550226621 and ISBN 1550226622.