Stokes tells the story of the NBA’s first Black superstar, Maurice Stokes, who is not as well known as he should be in part because of a career-ending injury.
Coauthors and basketball enthusiasts John Coy and Ty Chapman highlight what a standout Stokes was: he was 6’7″ and as they write, “nobody had ever seen a guy his size score, defend, rebound, dribble, and pass so well.”
Award Years
2026-2027
Award Category
SC Picture Book Award
