{"product_id":"muggsy-my-life-from-a-kid-in-the-projects-to-the-godfather-of-small-ball-9781637272138","title":"Muggsy: My Life from a Kid in the Projects to the Godfather of Small Ball","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eMuggsy Bogues, the NBA's shortest player at five-foot-three, shares his candid and insightful memoir in \"Bogues: A Life in Basketball.\" Despite facing doubters, he achieved great heights as the starting point guard for the Charlotte Hornets, reflecting on legendary battles with Michael Jordan and other stars of the 80s and 90s. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 256 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 11 April 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Triumph Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA captivating and revealing memoir from one of the NBA's most unexpected stars, Muggsy Bogues. From a young age, Muggsy was discouraged from pursuing a career in basketball, with many doubting his abilities. However, he refused to let their skepticism define him and instead used it as motivation to prove them wrong.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter receiving his first basketball as a toddler, Muggsy embarked on a remarkable journey that led him to become the starting point guard for the Charlotte Hornets in the NBA, standing at an impressive five-foot-three inches. His journey began on the East Baltimore playground courts, where his relentless pursuit of the ball earned him the nickname \"Muggsy.\" He continued to excel at Dunbar High School, alongside future NBA players, setting the stage for his future success.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this new autobiography, Muggsy delves deep into his life and career, sharing captivating anecdotes from his battles with legendary players such as Michael Jordan, John Stockton, and other generational stars of the 80s and 90s hoops. He reflects on his experiences during playoff runs in Charlotte, his involvement in the filming of Space Jam, and even his observations of a young Steph Curry's growth.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWritten in a conversational and insightful style, this memoir showcases Muggsy's unwavering vision and relentless determination during a golden era for the NBA. It is a testament to his resilience and the power of perseverance in the face of adversity. Muggsy's story is a reminder that dreams can be achieved with hard work, dedication, and a refusal to be discouraged by doubters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 228 x 152 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781637272138\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Muggsy Bogues,Jake Uitti","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44188679569658,"sku":"9781637272138","price":14.15,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1682088267039_book.jpg?v=1682262408","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/muggsy-my-life-from-a-kid-in-the-projects-to-the-godfather-of-small-ball-9781637272138","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}