Oscar Robertson's Biography
Long before there were Michael and Magic, there was "The Big O." Before Jordan and Johnson redefined the role of a guard, Oscar Robertson defined it. Long before they knew what to call a triple-double, Robertson averaged it over an...
Pele`s Biography
Heroes walk alone, but they become myths when they ennoble the lives and touch the hearts of all of us," said former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger. "For those who love soccer, Edson Arantes do Nascimento, generally known as Pele, is a...
Connie Hawkins Biography
He was Jordan before Jordan, Dr. J before Dr. J. But despite his prodigious talent, basketball showman Connie Hawkins was not allowed to grow into his prime on the sport's greatest...
Bob Gibson's Biography
When it came to winning "the big game," there were few pitchers who compared with Bob Gibson. As outstanding as the St. Louis Cardinals' scowling righthander was at other times, he was at his most ferocious when the...
Wilt Chamberlain's Biography
Wilt Chamberlain was always bigger than life, a mythic-like giant. At 7-foot-1 1/16, he was the most dominating offensive big man in basketball history. Although his accomplishments were often credited to his size, he was...
