To the Hoop

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Focusing on his personal journey, the author shares a year in his life as a dedicated pickup basketball player, striving to improve his skills while confronting the challenges of aging. Through engaging anecdotes, he offers a unique perspective on the sport, blending humor and introspection. Celebrated sportswriter George Plimpton praises this narrative as one of the finest in sports literature, highlighting Berkow's ability to capture the essence of the game and its impact on his life.