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Tim Duncan: Champion Basketball Star
Tim Duncan is a dominant player. He can score against the best opponents with a flurry of strong moves near the basket, or he can step outside and bury his classic bank shot. On defense, he controls the paint. He blocks shots and corrals rebounds. Tim Duncan can do it all on the court. And all he does is win. Since joining the San Antonio Spurs in 1997, Duncan has led the team to four NBA championships and twelve straight fifty-win seasons. Author Stew Thornley explores the spectacular career of this all-time great champion.
48 pages, Library Binding
First published August 1, 2012
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November 6, 2016
Tim Duncan is a very talented player that started off like most of basketball fans then became one of the best in the NBA and plays against some of the biggest teams. He grew up in St. Croix, which was an island in the Caribbean sea next to Puerto Rico. However, his first sport was not basketball, it was swimming because he lived in an island where most kids practiced that sport. He hd very supporting parents who both worked to help him live and have an education. In 1989, he found out his mother had cancer, it was a hard moment for his whole family, but his mom supported him anyways, and came to his swimming races. “ She was my biggest fan” said Tim while his mom had cancer. After his mom died, Hurricane Hugo hit the island where Tim lived in and it destroyed a lot of things including the swimming pool where he practiced, but it did not destroy the hoop that he had in his backyard because his dad did a good job putting the hoop up. In addition the team started practicing in the ocean with the fear of sharks attacking which made Tim hate going to practice. So it made him change to basketball. After playing basketball for a while, he liked it so he played with his older sister’s husband and later on he played for St. Dunstan’s Episcopal High School. A big game came up for the team and Tim was playing against Mourning and one of the players was played for Wake Forest University, so when he went back Chris King told his coach how Tim was good. Then the coach offered him a transfer to Wake Forest University, which made him begin a basketball career. While he studied psychology, he helped the team so much during the season and rocked the court. He won a lot of prizes and awards in the university and he was named best player. Then he went to the NBA to a team called the San Antonio Spurs. He played there and got to the finals against the New York Knicks. Then he won the championship and was named MVP.
The book is a biography because it explains specifically Tim Duncan's life. The books tells the reader all there is to know about Duncan from his childhood to him being named MVP in the NBA finals. I think this person is a hero because his childhood was very tough because his mom died when he was young and he lived in poverty. He is a hero also because he changed his dreams because of a hurricane that destroyed his main dream, but he didn't give up. Tim Duncan became famous because he was such a talented player. He was very young and he would play so well that other coaches and fans loved him. In addition, Tim Duncan’s career was inspired by several people such as his mom, dad, and his oldest sister. A lesson learned from Tim’s life is that whatever happens that destroys your dreams never give up and try other things because some other opportunities might come up.
My favorite part of the book was when Tim Duncan was chosen by the other coach to go play in the university team, which made him start a very new career. It was my favorite part because it made the reader excited about what was going to happen next and what his career would be like. My second favorite part was when he won the NBA championship and was named MVP. In addition, my least favorite part and probably the least favorite part of most readers was when his mother died because of cancer. This was the least favorite part because it was heartbreaking that his mother that supported him throughout his life died. Finally, this book would be recommended to all the people that love sports and even more to the people that love basketball specifically. This book would be a 6th to 8th grade book because it if fun to read and has interesting facts.
The book is a biography because it explains specifically Tim Duncan's life. The books tells the reader all there is to know about Duncan from his childhood to him being named MVP in the NBA finals. I think this person is a hero because his childhood was very tough because his mom died when he was young and he lived in poverty. He is a hero also because he changed his dreams because of a hurricane that destroyed his main dream, but he didn't give up. Tim Duncan became famous because he was such a talented player. He was very young and he would play so well that other coaches and fans loved him. In addition, Tim Duncan’s career was inspired by several people such as his mom, dad, and his oldest sister. A lesson learned from Tim’s life is that whatever happens that destroys your dreams never give up and try other things because some other opportunities might come up.
My favorite part of the book was when Tim Duncan was chosen by the other coach to go play in the university team, which made him start a very new career. It was my favorite part because it made the reader excited about what was going to happen next and what his career would be like. My second favorite part was when he won the NBA championship and was named MVP. In addition, my least favorite part and probably the least favorite part of most readers was when his mother died because of cancer. This was the least favorite part because it was heartbreaking that his mother that supported him throughout his life died. Finally, this book would be recommended to all the people that love sports and even more to the people that love basketball specifically. This book would be a 6th to 8th grade book because it if fun to read and has interesting facts.
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October 2, 2016Tim Duncan: Champion Basketball Star talks about ex-professional basketball player, Tim Duncan who was born on April 25, 1976, in St. Croix, in the U.S. Virgin Islands. One of the most respected basketball players started swimming at a very young age; he even competed in the best youth competitions. Unfortunately, a hurricane called, Hurricane Hugo, destroyed the team's pool and Tim lost his mother shortly after that hurricane. After these incidents, Tim quit swimming and started playing basketball in high school. In 1993, he enrolled at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where he earned a degree in psychology. Tim played college basketball there and he got scouted to play at the San Antonio Spurs team in the NBA (National Basketball Association). He went on and won many titles with the Spurs such as the NBA title and MVP (Most Valuable Player) award. After a career full of trophies, Timothy Duncan retired in July 2016. In conclusion, Tim Duncan is and will always be remembered as one of the legendary basketball players in the NBA.
This book is a biography because it talks about a successful basketball player named Tim Duncan.
He was a hard worker so he inspired all basketball fans to work hard to achieve fortunate things in life. What most people like about Tim Duncan is that he can be nice on and off the court. This is a good trait because he is cold blooded and treats people with respect. He became famous thanks to his skills on the court which got him scouted to sign a contract with the Spurs. In conclusion, Tim was a loyal player because he played for one team only, San Antonio Spurs.
The best part of the book was when Tim won his first of many titles. It was a special day for him because it motivated him to work harder to win more trophies. The worst part of the book is when he lost his mother. He was devastated by that incident and it stopped him from swimming. Thankfully, he found basketball as a substitute for swimming. This book would be recommended to basketball fans around the world and sport-lovers in general because this might interest them. Tim Duncan: Champion Basketball Star would also be recommended to middle schoolers because it might teach them that hard work pays off. Overall, Tim Duncan: Champion Basketball Star was an enjoyable book to read and hopefully many people can read it too.
This book is a biography because it talks about a successful basketball player named Tim Duncan.
He was a hard worker so he inspired all basketball fans to work hard to achieve fortunate things in life. What most people like about Tim Duncan is that he can be nice on and off the court. This is a good trait because he is cold blooded and treats people with respect. He became famous thanks to his skills on the court which got him scouted to sign a contract with the Spurs. In conclusion, Tim was a loyal player because he played for one team only, San Antonio Spurs.
The best part of the book was when Tim won his first of many titles. It was a special day for him because it motivated him to work harder to win more trophies. The worst part of the book is when he lost his mother. He was devastated by that incident and it stopped him from swimming. Thankfully, he found basketball as a substitute for swimming. This book would be recommended to basketball fans around the world and sport-lovers in general because this might interest them. Tim Duncan: Champion Basketball Star would also be recommended to middle schoolers because it might teach them that hard work pays off. Overall, Tim Duncan: Champion Basketball Star was an enjoyable book to read and hopefully many people can read it too.
May 3, 2015
Sunday, April 12, 2015
As Helen Hayes said "the expert in anything was once a beginner". This quote reflects how Tim Duncan's career began, he was very weak in basketball, but then trained and became an expert in his domain. He had a lot of difficulties, but then got through them and became an expert. The biography about Tim Duncan was written by Stew Thornley. To become a great person you have to begin small and be able to get through the obstacles.
Not every big basketball player played basketball as the first sport. Tim didn't want to play basketball before. "But his first sport was not basketball. It was swimming" (Thornley 11). He got a lot of support from his parents. "Tim's parents helped their children with all the things they did" (Thornley 11). Every star had a different path to success.
It seemed as if Tim was fated to be a basketball player. A hurricane came on his island and destroyed the pool where he practiced so they had to practice elsewhere. "The team started practicing in the ocea . With his fear of sharks, Tim did not like" (Thornley 14). Also when his mom died he stopped swimming for competitions. "Then when mom [died], he lost his motivation" (Thornley 14). The life may give some help to success.
Tim Duncan is a good basketball player, who also is a good team player, which is an advantage. His team mates see him as a leader even in the times where Tim has some bad luck. "However, Duncan is a leader regardless of how well he plays" (Thornley 10). His teemates feel good in his presence. "His presence on the court inspires his teammates and gives them confidence" (Thornley 10). Tim Duncan is a good teammate to have.
To become a famous person, there is a long and hard way full of obstacles, but some are able to arrive until the top of the mountain. Every paragraph shows how hard it is to become famous, but also how life can help to become famous. This can be related to today's circumstances, since it is an example of a person who was not very known was able to become one of the most famous basketball players.
As Helen Hayes said "the expert in anything was once a beginner". This quote reflects how Tim Duncan's career began, he was very weak in basketball, but then trained and became an expert in his domain. He had a lot of difficulties, but then got through them and became an expert. The biography about Tim Duncan was written by Stew Thornley. To become a great person you have to begin small and be able to get through the obstacles.
Not every big basketball player played basketball as the first sport. Tim didn't want to play basketball before. "But his first sport was not basketball. It was swimming" (Thornley 11). He got a lot of support from his parents. "Tim's parents helped their children with all the things they did" (Thornley 11). Every star had a different path to success.
It seemed as if Tim was fated to be a basketball player. A hurricane came on his island and destroyed the pool where he practiced so they had to practice elsewhere. "The team started practicing in the ocea . With his fear of sharks, Tim did not like" (Thornley 14). Also when his mom died he stopped swimming for competitions. "Then when mom [died], he lost his motivation" (Thornley 14). The life may give some help to success.
Tim Duncan is a good basketball player, who also is a good team player, which is an advantage. His team mates see him as a leader even in the times where Tim has some bad luck. "However, Duncan is a leader regardless of how well he plays" (Thornley 10). His teemates feel good in his presence. "His presence on the court inspires his teammates and gives them confidence" (Thornley 10). Tim Duncan is a good teammate to have.
To become a famous person, there is a long and hard way full of obstacles, but some are able to arrive until the top of the mountain. Every paragraph shows how hard it is to become famous, but also how life can help to become famous. This can be related to today's circumstances, since it is an example of a person who was not very known was able to become one of the most famous basketball players.
November 13, 2014
Thursday 13, 2014
Tim Duncan studied psychology at Wake Forest. Psychology is the study of the human mind. However, Wake Forest fans loved watching Tim play basketball. Tim's fist game in the Great Alaska that was against Alaska-Anchorage. He played all of the Wake Forests game during the year. His scoring average was 9.8 points per game. He also averaged 9.6 rebounds. Those are good totals for a first year player. This was the beginning of his long career. He ended up being the fifth player with his rebounding average for college players in the country. Wake Forest won its first two games in the NCAA Tournament in 1995. In the third game, Duncan did all he could to make his team win. As a result, he scored 12 points and pulled down 22 rebounds. Also blocked 8 shots. It still wasn't enough.
The ACC includes other teams like Duke, North Carolina, and Maryland. It had many talented players that entered the NBA draft after the 1994-1995 season. duncan helped the Demon Deacons go even further in the 1996 NCAA playoffs. In a game, a Louisville player slapped Tim on the arm as he took the shot. The ball still went through the net and it was a foul. Thanks to that put the Deacons ahead, 60-59. Duncan finished with 27 points. In the NBA, the first two games were played in San Antonio. Duncan and the Spurs won the first game. Duncan had 33 points and 16 rebounds. Finally, he averaged 27.4 points and 14 rebounds per game in the series against the Knicks. For that, he became the Most Valuable Player on the NBA finals.
Tim Duncan studied psychology at Wake Forest. Psychology is the study of the human mind. However, Wake Forest fans loved watching Tim play basketball. Tim's fist game in the Great Alaska that was against Alaska-Anchorage. He played all of the Wake Forests game during the year. His scoring average was 9.8 points per game. He also averaged 9.6 rebounds. Those are good totals for a first year player. This was the beginning of his long career. He ended up being the fifth player with his rebounding average for college players in the country. Wake Forest won its first two games in the NCAA Tournament in 1995. In the third game, Duncan did all he could to make his team win. As a result, he scored 12 points and pulled down 22 rebounds. Also blocked 8 shots. It still wasn't enough.
The ACC includes other teams like Duke, North Carolina, and Maryland. It had many talented players that entered the NBA draft after the 1994-1995 season. duncan helped the Demon Deacons go even further in the 1996 NCAA playoffs. In a game, a Louisville player slapped Tim on the arm as he took the shot. The ball still went through the net and it was a foul. Thanks to that put the Deacons ahead, 60-59. Duncan finished with 27 points. In the NBA, the first two games were played in San Antonio. Duncan and the Spurs won the first game. Duncan had 33 points and 16 rebounds. Finally, he averaged 27.4 points and 14 rebounds per game in the series against the Knicks. For that, he became the Most Valuable Player on the NBA finals.
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